Carlos Martinez

Started as a framer's apprentice at 18 and worked his way up through various companies. Founded Budget Framing in 2018 after seeing an opportunity to undercut competitors by keeping overhead low and focusing on volume.

Experience: Master framer with 24 years experience (9/10)

Favorite Jobs

• Large residential developments
• Training new workers
• Project planning

In this business, speed is money and we've built our reputation on fast turnaround. I'm proud that we can offer competitive prices while still keeping our crews working steady.

Physical Condition

Shows signs of joint degeneration in knees from years of climbing and heavy lifting. Still physically active but mainly handles management now.

Favorite Place

Carlos loves spending time at his ranch outside Houston. The 5-acre property gives him space to test new framing techniques and store bulk materials when prices are good. He built the ranch house himself as a showcase of his framing expertise, though he admits some corners were cut to save costs.

Links

Works at Budget Framing Inc.