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About Dino Framing
OUR STORY
I'm Jesus Velasco, a second-generation framing professional and the proud owner of Dino Framing Carolina. Born and raised in Charlotte, NC, I’ve been deeply connected to the framing and construction world for as long as I can remember. My father began framing in 1993, and by the time I was 8, I was spending weekends by his side on job sites, learning the trade from the ground up. By age 15, I was his apprentice, working most weekends and school breaks, and gradually gaining a deep understanding of both the technical skills in framing and the essentials of running a business.
After graduating high school, I was ready to take the reins and started my own framing company at just 19, collaborating closely with my father to deliver large-scale projects across Charlotte and neighboring areas. Together, our businesses covered custom homes, remodels, additions, and renovations from Concord to Belmont, quickly gaining a strong foothold in the local market.
In 2020, we expanded into property development, buying land to build spec homes and investing in property flips. Our commitment to quality and service turned our companies into multi-million-dollar operations by 2021. When my father retired in 2022 after 30 years in the industry, I took the lead, committed to upholding our standards while embracing innovation. Today, Dino Framing Carolina has over 40 employees, and we are dedicated to not only delivering top-notch framing services but also empowering the next generation of builders.
As we continue to move the local economy forward, I’m passionate about inspiring others to aim high and achieve their goals, setting a standard of excellence that reflects in every project we take on.
Here’s what sets us apart
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Clear Communication: Our diverse management team communicates fluently with clients, engineers, inspectors, and crews. That means your project stays on track, issues are reported early, and you’re never left in the dark.
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Quality Control Built-In: We don’t just "put it together." Every piece of lumber is inspected, seams are kept within ⅛", and we add blocking and deadwood so future trades can work efficiently. From fire stops to hardware installation, we build it right the first time.
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Structural Integrity: We identify and install bearing points, verify load paths, and ensure code compliance before inspections — avoiding costly rework later.
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Efficiency: Our systems and crew size allow us to maintain schedule 80% of the time despite typical jobsite challenges.
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Clean, Safe Jobsites: We leave sites organized and safe daily, making inspections and walkthroughs hassle-free.
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Fair Billing: Our payment schedule matches project progress, never ahead. Clients keep 10% of framing costs until successful inspection — because we stand by our work.
Who We’re Best For
Our ideal client isn’t just looking for the lowest cost. They are builders & contractors who:
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Need a framing partner they can trust to communicate clearly.
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Want consistent, inspection-ready quality without cutting corners.
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Care about image, durability, and efficiency of their project.
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Understand that saving money upfront often means paying more later.
Why Talk to Us?
CALL US TODAY FOR A FREE CONSULTATION
Even if you’re still exploring your options, we provide free quotes and estimates with no obligation. After our review, you’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of your project requirements, cost range, and the right path forward — whether you hire us or not.
If this sounds like the kind of partnership you need, we’d love to hear from you.
