Is carpentry worth it?
In Prison Architect you can fell trees to get wood. Prisoners which completed the carpenter apprenticeship program can then use these to produce "high quality beds" in the workshop which sell for much more than the license plates which can be made by other prisoners.
But is it really worth it? After all, the wood isn't free. It needs to be farmed in a forestry which requires the attention of non-prisoner workers which need to be paid. The tree saplings they plant aren't free either. So how much more lucrative are high quality beds compared to license plates?
Did anyone do the math?
Best Answer
I removed my carpentry table because it was hoarding all the wood. So I sell planks instead. 70 prisoners planks can fetch me 110k. With peak wood season, it can go up to 200k. With the same exact prison, I only get 30k to 45k from beds.(12 carpenters)
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What are the disadvantages of being a carpenter?
Cons of being a carpenter- You can risk accidental injury. ...
- The job requires hard physical labor. ...
- The job outlook is below average. ...
- You might need three to five years of training. ...
- You may experience inconsistency in work opportunities. ...
- You might work as a contractor.
What type of carpentry pays the most?
Master carpenters make an average of $53,000 per year. However, this can range from $34,000 to $81,000 depending on location, job type and skill. Master carpenters are the most experienced carpenters who are chosen for the most important jobs.What are the advantages of being a carpenter?
Benefits Of Working As A Carpenter- Competitive Wages.
- Variety of Job Paths To Choose From.
- Learn Transferable Skills.
- Avoid Office/Cubicle Life.
- Job Security.
- Carpenters see the results of your work.
- You can make things for your own.
- Carpenters can fix many things at home.
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Answer 2
I don't think there is a good answer using math in here. There are many variables. Like Tony commented, if you invest in carpentry, you also reduce the reoffending percentage.
I personally prefer to invest in trees. You will need to watch the distance that the gardeners will have to walk to plant it. This strategy isn't as efficient, because you will need to wait some days to the tree grow, but it is a long term investment while the carpentry is a medium term investment. If you don't get bored, I suggest the long term investment.
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