My journey in construction started back in 2006, right after Hurricane Katrina hit the Gulf Coast. One of my first jobs was building stairs and ramps for FEMA trailers—nothing glamorous, but important work at the time. That’s when I realized I had a knack for working with my hands and wanted to pursue it further.

When that project wrapped up, I started learning finish carpentry in high-end homes in the Money Hill subdivision in South Louisiana. That’s where I really began to understand the details that separate “good enough” from great work.

I  had the opportunity to work under a carpenter who had spent years crafting custom yacht interiors before returning to residential work. His background demanded precision—tight tolerances, clean finishes, and zero shortcuts. That experience set the standard I still hold myself to today.

Eventually, I started working on historic homes and properties in New Orleans. That included replicating doors and shutters for the Hermann-Grima House in the French Quarter, and repairing original doors at St. Mary’s Assumption in the Lower Garden District. Working on those buildings gave me a deep respect for craftsmanship that lasts—and the kind of care that goes into restoring it.

Rebuilding with Purpose

In 2017, after the major floods in South Louisiana, I worked with my dad (a general contractor) to rebuild his home and help neighbors in the surrounding community get back on their feet. We weren’t just fixing houses—we were helping people come home.

That experience grounded everything I do with a stronger purpose

Planting Roots in St. Louis

In 2018, after years of living and working across South Louisiana and Mississippi, I made the decision to move to St. Louis—so I could be closer to my son. It wasn’t an easy move. I packed everything I owned into an SUV with a small trailer and drove north, not knowing exactly what was ahead, but certain I needed to be there.

Soon after arriving, I found work with local general contractors and started building a new chapter—one job, one client, one home at a time. I came here with the intention to show up for my family, and I bring that same commitment to every home I work on.

Over the years, I’ve come to believe that craftsmanship isn’t just about wood and nails—it’s about creating something solid in a world that often isn’t.

My goal isn’t to be flashy or make a fortune. It’s to do work that lasts, to do right by the people who trust me, and to support myself with honesty and pride.

Hundreds of Doors, Same Attention to Detail

In 2020, I took on full-time entry door installations through Home Depot. Over time, I completed hundreds of installs in both modern and historic homes throughout the St. Louis area. Even during the height of the pandemic—when most people were working from home or limiting contact—we were in the field every day, following safety protocols and doing our part to help homeowners protect and improve their spaces.

The volume and variety gave me the chance to work with all kinds of materials, styles, and structural conditions. It helped me develop a process that’s not just efficient, but reliable—focused on clean results and long-term durability

Looking Ahead in 2025

These days, I continue serving homeowners across the St. Louis area, focusing on what I do best—entry doors, trim work, stair and railing systems, and cabinet installation. I’ve spent years developing my process, refining my eye, and building trust one project at a time.

My approach is simple: treat every home with the same care I’d give my own or my family’s. That means doing the work right—not just so it looks good when I leave, but so it holds up for years to come. Whether I’m installing a front door or trimming out a full interior, I take pride in every cut, every line, and every detail.

I try to carry myself with the same values I was raised with—honesty, integrity, and the belief that you do unto others as you’d have them do unto you. That’s how I work, and that’s how I aim to keep showing up.

If you’re looking for someone who treats your home like it matters, I’d be honored to earn your trust.