Our Services

McKatims Built offers custom carpentry, home improvements, repairs, and the kind of practical projects that make a house work better.

Some projects begin with a clear vision. Others begin with a wobbly stair, an awkward empty corner, or something you have been meaning to deal with for the last three years. Either way, we bring careful craftsmanship, creative problem-solving, and respect for the character of your home.

Thoughtful solutions, built for real life.

A young boy in striped shorts looking through a window of a small green chicken coop, which has a metal roof and is enclosed with mesh wire. There are chickens inside the coop, and the scene is outdoors on a grassy yard with trees and a wooden fence in the background.

  • Designed around your home, your belongings, and the way your family actually lives.

    Services may include:

    • Custom built-ins and shelving

    • Mudrooms and entry storage

    • Closets and pantry improvements

    • Window seats and reading nooks

    • Media cabinetry

    • Banquettes and bench seating

    • Custom storage solutions

    • Decorative woodwork and trim

    • One-of-a-kind furniture and home features

    Have an oddly specific idea? Those are often our favorite projects.

  • Not every project needs to be a dramatic transformation. Sometimes you simply need something repaired, replaced, strengthened, or finally finished.

    Services may include:

    • Deck and porch repairs

    • Stair and railing repair or replacement

    • Fence and gate repairs

    • Exterior wood repair

    • Door installation and adjustment

    • Trim, molding, and finish carpentry

    • Drywall patching and minor wall repairs

    • Hardware installation

    • Shelving and wall-mounted storage

    • Furniture assembly and installation

    • Caulking, weatherproofing, and seasonal maintenance

    • Punch-list projects and general home repairs

  • From necessary maintenance to spaces that make being outside more enjoyable.

    Services may include:

    • Deck rebuilding and repair

    • Porch and stair improvements

    • Raised garden beds

    • Planter boxes

    • Pergolas and garden structures

    • Chicken coops and animal enclosures

    • Outdoor storage

    • Fence and gate projects

    • Pressure washing

    • Exterior cleanup and maintenance projects

  • Small changes can make a home safer, easier to navigate, and more comfortable without making it feel institutional.

    Services may include:

    • Additional handrails

    • Safer exterior stairs

    • Reinforced railings

    • Threshold and trip-hazard improvements

    • Easy-access storage

    • Sturdier steps and pathways

    • Custom solutions for mobility and everyday comfort

  • Great projects start long before the first cut. We’ll work with you to understand how you use your space, identify what’s not working, and design a solution that’s both beautiful and practical. Once the plan is right, we’ll build it with the same care and attention to detail.

    • In-home design consultation

    • Measuring and space planning

    • Custom storage solutions

    • Material and finish recommendations

    • Mood boards and curated product selections

    • Vintage and antique sourcing

    • Installation of selected fixtures hardware, shelving, and furnishings*

    • Full project proposal and build plan

    Once the design is finalized, we’ll coordinate the details and bring it to life through expert installation and craftsmanship.

    *We’ll happily install most items as part of your project. For plumbing or electrical work that requires a specialty licensed contractor under Washington law, we’ll help coordinate with the appropriate professional.

Ready to get started?

From quick handyman projects to fully custom carpentry, every job receives the same care, craftsmanship, and attention to detail. Tell us what you’re envisioning—we’d love to hear about it.

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