--- title: "Westchester Carpentry, Inc — Woodworkers & Carpenters | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/woodworkers-and-carpenters/westchester-carpentry-inc-pfvwus-pf~1420236509 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1420236509.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Westchester Carpentry, Inc" category: ["Woodworkers & Carpenters"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/3103dbf308e9d7ad_3161-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "222 Purchase St, Suite 255, Rye, New York 10580, United States" latitude: 40.9734 longitude: -73.6907 phone: "(203) 948-6797" website: http://www.westchester-carpentry.com rating: 4.1 review_count: 15 best_of_houzz_awards: 4 followers: 68 last_updated: 2026-09-01 --- # Westchester Carpentry, Inc Original Houzz profile: [Westchester Carpentry, Inc](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/woodworkers-and-carpenters/westchester-carpentry-inc-pfvwus-pf~1420236509) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Woodworkers & Carpenters - **Location:** Rye, NY - **Serves:** Greenburgh, White Plains, Rye, Eastchester, Mamaroneck, Harrison, Scarsdale, Tarrytown, Dobbs Ferry, Sleepy Hollow, Rye Brook, Tuckahoe, Bronxville, Larchmont, North Salem, Elmsford, Pound Ridge, Ardsley, Greenwich, Riverside, Valhalla, Hartsdale, Stamford, Upper Brookville, Westport, Cos Cob, Danbury, New Canaan, New Fairfield, Norwalk, Old Greenwich, Ridgefield, South Salem, Wilton - **Houzz rating:** 4.1 out of 5 (15 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2018–2021), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 25 Ideabook Saves Westchester Carpentry provides home and property owners throughout Westchester County & Fairfield County with the finest carpentry services available. Our company has been built upon the foundation of our reputation. Today, Westchester Carpentry is known for our dedication to our customers and the quality of the work we complete. Our woodworking skills and home-grown professionalism set us apart from the competition. We care about our customers more than anything, which you will notice from the first call to our final meeting. We pride ourselves on our carpentry skills and craftsmanship. We’re a local, family-owned and operated business, with the ability to scale our offerings to meet the needs of jobs of all sizes. From small one-off tasks to custom built-ins designed from the ground up, we have the team to meet your vision. Dear Homeowners, My name is Rick DePalma Jr, owner and operator of Westchester Carpentry. I have spent my life working on the homes of my neighbors throughout Westchester County and Fairfield County. I love delivering solutions to my customers! That’s why I created Westchester Carpentry, I love what I do and you’ll never see my team cutting a corner on quality! Looking to have a larger job done? I can help! I am also a partner at Premier HD Construction, a local Westchester construction company focusing mainly on larger projects like kitchen renovations, bathroom renovation, home additions and renovation, new home construction, etc. You can count on me and my team to deliver the carpentry solution you need. Honest advice and estimates are always free! ### Services Provided - Carpentry - Custom Built-ins - Finish Carpentry - Custom Home Bars - Custom Cabinets - Custom Exterior Doors - Baseboard Installation - Crown Molding Installation - Custom Bookcases - Custom Entertainment Centers - Custom Fireplace Mantels - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Custom Pantries - Custom Shelving - Trim Work - Deck Building - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Wainscoting - Custom Cabinet Doors - Cabinet Repair - Custom Framing - Deck Repair - Wood Finishing - Fence Installation - Pergola Construction - Trellis Construction - Wood Fence Installation - Closet shelving - Composite Decking - Compounding - Decks - Doors - Exterior Trim - IPE Decking - Interior Doors - Mahogany Decking - Sheetrock - Siding - Storage Solutions - Trex Decking - Windows ### Areas Served - Greenburgh - White Plains - Rye - Eastchester - Mamaroneck - Harrison - Scarsdale - Tarrytown - Dobbs Ferry - Sleepy Hollow - Rye Brook - Tuckahoe - Bronxville - Larchmont - North Salem - Elmsford - Pound Ridge - Ardsley - Greenwich - Riverside - Valhalla - Hartsdale - Stamford - Upper Brookville - Westport - Cos Cob - Danbury - New Canaan - New Fairfield - Norwalk - Old Greenwich - Ridgefield - South Salem - Wilton ### Typical Job Cost $15,000 - 250,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Westchester Carpentry, Inc | | Address | 222 Purchase St, Suite 255, Rye, New York 10580, United States | | Phone | (203) 948-6797 | | Website | http://www.westchester-carpentry.com | | License Number | HIC.0648949 | | Followers on Houzz | 68 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Westchester Carpentry, Inc](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/woodworkers-and-carpenters/westchester-carpentry-inc-pfvwus-pf~1420236509) - **Website:** http://www.westchester-carpentry.com - **Phone:** (203) 948-6797 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2018–2021), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.1 out of 5 — 15 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 16.0 - Communication: 10.0 - Value: 10.0 ### Reviews **★ — Philip Theodoropoulos, Jan. 2022** > In my experience I found the company to be disorganized, unreliable, and worst of all very unresponsive. Rick and Jim failed to meet one deadline after another, but always were quick with an excuse or to point the finger. > > I found Rick and his partner Jim on the Houzz app. After an extensive upfront due diligence process to review the scope of work, I hired them as the GCs for my home renovation project in December 2020. > > We agreed on a 4 month timeline. Over a year later, they’re still not done and we’re 9+ months (and running) over schedule. > > Their poor communication resulted in issues and headaches that should have been avoided. Engaging Rick/Jim as general contractors is a cautionary tale of overpromising and underdelivering. > > I found them NOT to be pragmatic or proactive in addressing the typical problems or issues that arise in any project in the normal course of business. They were unaccountable for their lack of oversight and the subpar management of their sub-contractors. As a result, the project materially exceeded the agreed upon budget and delayed our timeline. > > The root of the problem was that there was no ‘foreman’ onsite or consistent day-to-day point of contact overseeing the job. Rick and Jim spread themselves way too thin. As a result, the sub-contractors that they hired to perform the actual work were not supervised and it resulted in a number of mistakes that needed to be corrected. > > The subs were good people, I got to know some of them pretty well, but since they weren’t given proper direction and Rick/Jim wasn’t onsite to check that the work was being done properly and per the architectural plans, various components of the job had to be redone and delays/costs mounted. > > Ultimately the mismanagement of their sub-contractors and unaccountability for their actions caused progress to derail and forced me to step in and basically do Rick/Jim’s job. To add insult to injury, several sub-contractors have since shown up at my front door saying that they haven’t been able to get a hold of Rick/Jim and that they are owed money. Multiple subs of theirs quit midway through the job or walked off after similar complaints. > > Very dissatisfied with my experience working with them. **Comment from Westchester Carpentry, Inc:** > Phil, Thank you for sharing your experience. Unfortunately you did not hire Westchester Carpentry for work on your home, you hired Premier HD Construction, LLC. During the time of your renovation I had lost my younger brother and was going through a tough time emotionally. I was not as focused on my business as much as I should have been. This became a ripple effect on my other projects, of whom those customer as well left a bad review about their experience during this time. This is not an excuse but an honest reply to your review. I enjoyed working with you and am very thankful I had the opportunity to work for you. If there is anything I can do to help fix your experience please let me know, and again am very thankful for the opportunity. **★ — HU-327526958, Oct. 2021** > Horrible experience and honestly shocked by the prior reviews listed here. My experience has been the total opposite of what was previously claimed here. This business has all the makings of a fraud/criminal behavior. > > Communication has been horrible. Getting responses from Rick at best can be a week. Emails and texts with no responses. Never answers phone and his voicemail is full. > > Never showed up to start the work on time. Litany of excuses as to why things were being delayed. > > Said he would refund my money and now going on 10 days with no response. > > Cannot recommend enough to avoid this scam artist unless you want creative excuses as to why work doesn’t start or for him to try and steal your deposit. > > Currently going through filing complaints against his business with the County Office and filing a lawsuit. Avoid at all costs **Comment from Westchester Carpentry, Inc:** > Rory, Thank you for sharing your experience with me. I apologize the deck work did not go as planned. When we signed contracts I had just undergone shoulder surgery on my left shoulder, was in a tough spot and communication on my behalf did drop, for that I apologize. This matter was formally resolved with the county and a reimbursement check was sent to you. Thank you again for the opportunity. **★★★★★ — Sam Ciulla, Aug. 2020** > I used Rick for a re-decking project and from the start he was extremely professional, friendly, responsive and suggested several different (effective) options to complete the repair. The specific carpenter that performed the work was much of the same and was extremely methodical and clean with his work. Would definitely have Rick out again and absolutely recommend him to others. **★ — Kerry Brownlee, April 2019** > We had done several projects with Rick, including the construction of a composite deck, a kitchen renovation, basement bathroom, and other miscellaneous projects. He completed all of those projects and we were very happy with him so we hired him to do a basement room remodel. Unfortunately in light of the experience with the basement remodel, I cannot recommend him. He outsourced the work, and the workers never showed up when he promised until we intervened. We specifically communicated that we needed the project done before the birth of our son and hired him many months in advance of that, and my son is now 6 months old, and the permit has still not been closed out and I have been unable to get in touch with Rick for a month. The project caused enormous stress, as we had to act as project managers - handling the project separately with the electrician and plumber. Rick has not even been on site to inspect the job, and an important access panel still has not been cut. **Comment from Westchester Carpentry, Inc:** > Kerry, Thank you for sharing your experience with me. I apologize the basement work did not go as well as the other projects. During the time of your basement renovation I had lost my younger brother and was going through a tough time emotionaly. I was not as focused on my business as much as I should have been. This became a ripple effect on my other projects, of whom those customer as well left a bad review about their experience during this time. This is not an excuse but an honest reply to your review. I loved working with you guys on the deck, the kitchen and the basement and am very thankful I had the opportunity to work for you. If there is anything I can do to help fix your experience please let me know, and again am very thankful for the opportunity. **★★★★★ — Anne Emilio, March 2019** > I can’t speak highly enough of the experience we had working with Rick. We are so happy with our built-in bookshelf! Rick was professional and knowledgeable. He knew exactly what we wanted for this area of our home. The work was completed in under a week. The price was fair. We will definitely use him again for future renovations! **★★★★★ — Sam Waxman, Jan. 2019** > Rick and his team did a fantastic job adding some finishing touches to our new house. You would have never known the additions weren’t original. They were on time, on budget (no hidden upcharges or “additions”), always professional and courteous. They gave a detailed estimate that was far more professional than any contractor we interviewed. And they always left my house spotless afterwards. Highly recommend! **★★★★★ — Satish Chandra, July 2018** > I had some work that needed to be done at my house in Westchester county, but I live across the country. I found this company based on web search, and am glad that I took a chance on them. Rick was prompt and courteous in his communication. It was difficult to chase down the town's building inspector through multiple visits, but Rick persisted and got the job done. I would definitely recommend this company for your carpentry needs. **★★★★★ — ADAM V, June 2018** > Rick and his staff were professional and courteous. Any questions I had were quickly answered. The quality of their work was outstanding and I highly recommend them. **★★★★★ — Christie Bonasera, Jan. 2018** > Rick has done several projects around our house and he has expertise in many different areas. He helps us renovate our living room and built a gorgeous mantle to match our house's traditional style. He has done woodwork in our home that has transformed our living room and mudroom into gorgeous spaces. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing a great carpenter in Westchester. **★★★★★ — David Brown, Oct. 2017** > I found Westchester Carpentry thru the HOUZZ wesb site, left my contact info and the job I needed. > > Within less than a minute Rick DePalma, the owner called me back. I explained the job I needed (kitchen cabinet separating from wall) and he gave me an immediate reasonable quote. Set the appointment for 2 days later and Rick arrived at the scheduled time. > > Rick surveyed to situation came up with a very good way to fix my kitchen cabinet problem. > > I found Rick to be courteous, meticulous & he did not leave a mess. > > I would highly recommend Rick and Westchester Carpentry to anyone who needs carpentry work at reasonable rates. I will keep this in my contacts for further use when & if I need any further carpentry work. **★★★★★ — Jen C., Sept. 2017** > Rick and his team did an excellent job ! We needed work done in our master closet and a tv mounted. > > We are so happy with the end results! He is super communicative and efficient. I would highly recommend. > > We have already hired him to do additional projects in the next few weeks. **★★★★ — Kirk R, Sept. 2017** > Deck repair - got rid of all bad wood and reconstructed. The deck looks new again - beautiful work and was performed in a timely manner. ## Selected projects - [Custom Trim - Crawford Ceiling - Builtin](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-trim-crawford-ceiling-builtin-pj-vj~2433045) - Location: Rye, NY - Photos: 2 - Description: • Crawford ceilings. • Custom fireplace mantle. • New trim throughout room. • Wall panels. • Custom built in for additional pantry storage. - [Custom built in - Family Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-built-in-family-room-pj-vj~2432881) - Location: Rye, NY - Photos: 1 - Description: • Custom fabricated family room built in. • Fireplace was resurfaced wth solid bluestone. • Adjustable shelving. • Right hand side has glass marbles in the doors. Behind the doors is LED lighting. Marbles light up when the LED light is on. • Installed TV and all components. • New trim and soffits throughout the room. • MDF, Poplar materials. • Semi gloss white paint. - [Custom Office Desk](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-office-desk-pj-vj~2433039) - Location: Rye, NY - Photos: 1 - Description: • Custom design and fabrication. • Glass doors with adjustable shelving. • Custom self closing drawers and hinges. • Granite countertop. • MDF and Poplar materials. • Semi gloss paint. Benjamin Moore. - [Custom Bar - Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-bar-kitchen-pj-vj~2433026) - Location: Rye, NY - Photos: 1 - Description: • Custom design and fabricated wet bar in kitchen. • Wine rack / bevarage shelving above. • Bar sink. • Wine glass hanging rack. • Bevarage fridge below with custom panel to match. • Granite countertop. - [Handicap Ramp - New Deck](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/handicap-ramp-new-deck-pj-vj~2433001) - Location: Rye, NY - Photos: 1 - Description: • New deck extension. • Handicap accessible ramp. • Designed by architect / engineer. • Pressure treated Decking. • Azek Railings. - [Custom Builtins & Stairs](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-builtins-and-stairs-pj-vj~2433023) - Location: Rye, NY - Photos: 4 - Description: • Custom designed and fabricated builtins for dining room and formal eating area. • Custom wall panels on staircase. • Adjustable shelving. • Glass antique doors. • Lower doors with shelving. • Poplar and birch materials. • Semi gloss white paint. - [Custom Entertainment Center](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-entertainment-center-pj-vj~2432888) - Location: Scarsdale, NY - Photos: 1 - Description: • Custom fabricated entertainment center. • Hand drawn sketch / design prefabrication. • MDF, poplar and birch materials. • Adjustable shelving. • Self closing door hinges. • Semi gloss white paint. • Installed TV and all components. • Electrcial was wired by others. - [Custom Trim Work](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-trim-work-pj-vj~2433041) - Location: Ridgefield, CT - Photos: 2 - Description: • Custom wall panels throughout the home. • Custom columns throughout. • Crawford ceilings. • Crown moldings. • Custom stairs. • MDF materials. • Semi gloss paints. Benjamin Moore. - [Portico - Front Door](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/portico-front-door-pj-vj~2433004) - Location: Ridgefield, CT - Photos: 4 - Description: • New front door. • New portico construction. • Fiberglass columns. • Exterior grade trim, azek. • Installed new light sconces. • Premier HD Construction was the GC on this project. Premier redid the front walkway and steps, new rear bluestone patio and basement renovation. - [Exterior Rot Damage - Strucutral Repair](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/exterior-rot-damage-strucutral-repair-pj-vj~2432997) - Location: Ridgefield, CT - Photos: 4 - Description: • Strucutral and rot damage repair. • Replaces main 6x6 rotten sill plate. • Reinforced all vertical wall studs. • Installed new footing drains and gutter drains. • Installed new azek freeze board. • Installed new cedar siding. • Misc landscaping. - [Exterior Trim - Front Porch](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/exterior-trim-front-porch-pj-vj~2433014) - Location: Ridgefield, CT - Photos: 1 - Description: • Updated all exterior trim to azek. • Replaced front windows. • New azek trim on portico. • New Mahogany Decking on front porch. • New front door. • Premier HD Construction was GC - New cedar roof and siding, front dining room addition, finished basement, new driveway, full house generator, etc. - [Front Porch - Windows - Trim](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/front-porch-windows-trim-pj-vj~2433010) - Location: Ridgefield, CT - Photos: 5 - Description: • Installed new windows and window trim. • Installed new front door. • New deck flooring and Railings. • Azek trim throughout. • New azek Latrice under deck. • Azek columns. • Mahogany Decking and top rail. • Garage pergola. • Premier HD Construction GC, framednew deck with portico roof, all new james Hardie siding, new GAF roof, new windows, bluestone patio and veneer, etc. - [Sunroom - Exterior Work](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sunroom-exterior-work-pj-vj~2432867) - Location: Ridgefield, CT - Photos: 5 - Description: • Installed azek trim around new framed sunroom. • Custom fabricated cupola on sun room roof. • Installed roofing shingles and gutters. • Interior trim throughout home and sunroom. • New azek trim and roof above garage. • Newwindow replacements throughout home. • Premier HD Construction was the GC - They framed the sun room, exterior bluestone work, new siding and roof on home, kitchen renovation, etc. - [Front Portico - Front Door](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/front-portico-front-door-pj-vj~2433011) - Location: Greenwich, CT - Photos: 1 - Description: • New front portico. • Installed new front door. • Azek trim. • Azek Railings. - [Mudroom builtin](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mudroom-builtin-pj-vj~2432880) - Location: Greenwich, CT - Photos: 1 - Description: • Custom fabricated mudroom storage unit. • Storage bins / home goods, above each bay. • Open bays below for shoes. • Each bay has coat cooks and power outlets. • All power outlets have USB connections as well. • Green MDF / waterproof for durability. • Semi gloss bathroom paint. Benjamin Moore. • New trim on walls and door. • Premier HD Construction was the GC. - [Custom Builtin - Storage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-builtin-storage-pj-vj~2433018) - Location: Wilton, CT - Photos: 3 - Description: • Custom library shelving. • Custom ladder on wheels and track. • New office glass door and trim. • Custom mudroom storage built in. • Custom built in for dining room. [See all 16 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/woodworkers-and-carpenters/westchester-carpentry-inc-pfvwus-pf~1420236509) ## Ideabooks - [Decks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/83903912/list/decks) — 9 ideas - [Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/83903874/list/kitchens) — 8 ideas - [Entertainment Centers](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/83903833/list/entertainment-centers) — 6 ideas - [Fireplace Mantles](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/83903781/list/fireplace-mantles) — 6 ideas [See all 4 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/westchestercarpentry-rick) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-01.*