A Full-Service Custom Woodworking company.
"Chava" means "Life" in Hebrew, our motto is "If you can imagine, we can create."
Bringing your home ideas to reality, or simply giving it Chava.
We offer Customized or Assembly of:
Closets
Office Desks
Cabinets
Furnitures
Shelves
Build-Out/Built-in and Mantels
Ceiling Beams
Trims (Baseboard, Casing and Crown Mold)
Door installation
Personal Designs. (we will work with your idea).
For us, no project is too small nor too big to not be executed with extreme attention to details.
We provide an infinite number of possibilities, starting with an abundant amount of wood materials to choose from, to the finishing details that are crafted to your ideal of perfection.
If you haven't contacted us to discuss your project, it's not too late. Join the area's finest builders, architects, and designers by adding us to your team.
Overview
Hired 42 times
Background checked
2 employees
4 years in business
Business hours
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Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, Stripe, Venmo, and Zelle.
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2024
Services offered
Cabinet location
Kitchen
Bathroom
Dining / living room
Laundry room
Will professional need to remove old cabinets?
Needs removal
Property type
Home
Multi-unit building
Office / business
Commercial
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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Marcus D.
Mar 11, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
I can't say enough about Bernard. He was fantastic to work with -- smart, creative, professional. I asked him to build the cabinetry for a vending market at an upscale apartment building, whose management has extremely high aesthetic standards. The property and I were extremely pleased with Bernard's beautiful work. I offer my highest recommendation.
Details: As recommended by carpenter
Custom Furniture Building
Lexi S.
Jan 28, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
We are so pleased with Bernard’s work! He created a beautiful, custom built in design for our family room. His passion, attention to detail, and talent show through with his work! We will be recommending and using him for future projects.
Details: Bookcases • As recommended by carpenter
Custom Furniture Building
Emily S.
May 18, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Bernard did a great job with our cabinet hardware! He was also courteous and mindful of other workers in our home that day. He presented a couple of potential issues about our knobs we hadn’t noticed, and we decided to purchase a different set (thank you!!). He will get the job done exactly how you want it!
Details: Kitchen • 26-30 • No, my cabinets are already assembled • Both wall and base cabinets • I need help choosing cabinets to purchase • No existing cabinets to remove or I will remove them myself • Residential
Cabinet Installation
Sam S.
Jun 13, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Bernard went above and beyond to ensure everything went smoothly in building our custom table. His attention to detail truly stood out. Highly recommend!
Details: Desk • As recommended by carpenter
Custom Furniture Building
Poncho E.
Oct 25, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Bernard is an excellent choice for any millworker project!! He brought to life a dream I've had since I purchased my home...he was able to enhance my arches to add even more character
Details: Casing • Drywall • No, I will need the carpenter to provide the molding or trim • Yes, I need help designing the molding or trim • Solid wood • Engineered wood • Vinyl • As recommended by carpenter • 0 - 40 ft • I would like it painted
Trim or Molding Installation
Credentials
Background Check
Bernard Teixeira Firmino
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
We offer very competitive prices and we are very clear with every item In the quote, we have a contract to be signed and warranty on workmanship and hardware.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Our process entails gathering information, usually at the customers home to take measurements and hear about the idea and intention of the customer, we provide a design sketch and a quote, if approved we move forward with a contract and completion of the work.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
We have 6 years of general construction, woodwork and finish carpentry experience.
