Minneapolis & St. Paul

Small jobs done right —
by a finish carpenter with
20 years behind him.

My grandfather did it on a handshake. My dad did it on a handshake. So do I. When you call JAM Custom Carpentry, I'm the one who answers — and I'm the one who shows up. No crew, no subcontractors, no surprises. Just me, twenty years of experience, and a commitment to standing behind my work the way it used to be done.

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20
Years experience
5★
Google rated
Twin Cities
Minneapolis & St. Paul
Mahogany front entry storm door installation, historic Saint Paul home - JAM Custom Carpentry
Signature service

The door nobody else
could fix?
That's my specialty.

Most carpenters avoid door problems — they're finicky, time-consuming to diagnose, and every old house throws something different at you. That's exactly why I built my reputation on them. Won't latch, squeaks, binds, been broken for years — I've seen it all. Old mortise locks, out-of-square frames from decades of settling, hardware that hasn't been made since 1960. I can diagnose almost any door in a single visit and fix it on the spot. It's not luck. It's twenty years of doing this until it became second nature.

Every job is different — every quote is custom Most doors diagnosed and fixed in a single visit. Call, text, or email for a quote — (920) 420-2100  ·  jamcustomcarpentrymn@gmail.com
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  1. 01 I listen first — you tell me what it's been doing, how long, and what you've already tried.
  2. 02 I find the real cause — settling, hardware wear, humidity, frame shift — not just the symptom.
  3. 03 I fix it same visit — I carry what I need. No return trips for the vast majority of door jobs.
  4. 04 I tell you everything — what I found, what I did, and honestly if there's something bigger going on.
What I do

Every job, done right the first time — from the trim to the final coat.

Finish carpentry, millwork, and painting — all done by one person who takes pride in every detail.

Doors

Diagnosis, tuning, rehang, and restoration. Standard sizes and the impossible ones — non-square openings, historic mortise locks, out-of-plumb frames.

Most requested
Windows

Rotted sills and casing are the most common call — and the trickiest to do right. The surrounding framing and woodwork has to come apart carefully, piece by piece, without disturbing what's still good. Where possible, I restore rather than replace, using fillers and formed pieces to match the original profile exactly. No shortcuts.

Surgical precision
Trim & Millwork

Much of the trim work in older homes is no longer available to replace — it simply doesn't exist anymore. This is where I come in. I mill unconventional sizes and shapes to get as close to the original aesthetic as possible, matching profiles that haven't been manufactured in decades. If it can't be bought, it can be made.

Custom profiles
Built-ins & Custom

Custom built-ins — wall shelving, cabinetry, and built-in benches — are available on a limited basis. These are time-intensive, one-of-a-kind projects built specifically for your space. I take on one or two per month at most, so the craftsmanship never gets rushed. If you have something in mind, reach out and let's talk through what's possible.

By inquiry only
Historic Restoration

Older homes — especially pre-1940 Craftsman bungalows and Victorians throughout the Twin Cities — require a different level of care and knowledge. I understand the materials, the profiles, and the quirks that come with a century-old home, and I treat every detail with the respect it deserves.

Old homes welcome
Smaller Repairs

The jobs other carpenters won't schedule for. A single piece of damaged trim, a sticky drawer, a gap that's been bugging you for years. No job is too small if it matters to you — and I'll give it the same attention as any bigger project.

No job too small
Room Transformations

Trim, doors, windows, walls, and ceilings — all done by the same pair of hands. I can take a room from tired to transformed without a crew of strangers walking through your home. New trim goes in, everything gets painted to match — walls, ceilings, and all the finish woodwork — and you get one person accountable for every bit of it from start to finish.

Complete transformation
About Jason

I'm Jason Meyer. JAM is just me — and that's the point.

I grew up in Oshkosh, Wisconsin — the Fox Valley, once home to Paine Lumber Company, which by 1908 had become the world's largest manufacturer of sashes and doors. Wood, craft, and building things right were in the air I grew up breathing.

I learned the trade young, watching and working alongside my uncle — a mentor who is still teaching me to this day. My shop class teacher challenged me in ways that shaped how I think about joinery and woodworking. I went on to earn a Residential Construction Technical Diploma from Fox Valley Technical College, and a Bachelor's degree in American History and Philosophy from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh. The history degree wasn't an accident — I've always believed that understanding where things come from is what makes you better at preserving them.

Three years ago I moved to the Twin Cities for opportunity and community. I wanted a larger city with a small-town feel — neighbors who know each other, a community that's connected and cares. I bought a home here with my partner Veronica and I'm not leaving. Once a Wisconsinite, proudly. But a Minnesotan for life.

When you hire JAM Custom Carpentry, you get me — Jason — every single time. I answer the phone, I show up, I do the work, and I stand behind it. My grandfather worked that way. My dad worked that way. I don't know any other way to do it.

20+
Years finish carpentry
TC
Twin Cities metro — Saint Paul & Minneapolis
1890–
Historic home era expertise
"The woodwork that can't be bought anywhere else."
Custom profiles, milled to match. One-of-a-kind pieces built for your exact space.
What clients say

5-star work, every time

28 five-star Google reviews — and counting. Real reviews from Twin Cities homeowners.

★★★★★

"From the first meet Jason was professional and very knowledgeable about his craft. He helped with ideas, material selection, and the install was seamless. He did crown moulding and base trim in my upper level. Very satisfied with the finished project. He is polite, tidy, and very animal friendly! His pricing was competitive and his eye for detail was worth every penny."

Jennifer Rodgers
Google Review
★★★★★

"We had a great experience working with Jason on our 100-year-old home. He was able to replace the panel glass in our French door — something several others said couldn't be done — and the result looks fantastic. He also repaired a few stubborn kitchen drawers and completed some tricky trim work around the kitchen corners. Everything blends in beautifully with the existing woodwork. Skilled, thoughtful craftsmanship and great attention to detail. Highly recommended."

Sergey Kuznetsov
Google Review
★★★★★

"Jason does excellent work. He is skilled, efficient, and most importantly a truthful and transparent advisor. He is also extremely detail oriented — his work on our kitchen renovation was excellent and the care he puts into his craftsmanship was apparent. Would recommend to anyone looking for help with a renovation!"

Seth Brand
Google Review

Proudly serving Saint Paul, Minneapolis, and the surrounding metro — specializing in Summit Hill, Cathedral Hill, Mac-Groveland, Highland Park, Kenwood, and Longfellow.

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See the work in action

A few clips from recent jobs around the Twin Cities.

Mahogany Storm Door Install — Slow-Close Safety Hardware

Walk up to the home with this mahogany storm door — hung and hinge-mortised on site, fitted with slow-closing hardware and safety overswing protection.

Built-In Dog Door in Action

A closer look at the built-in dog door on this mahogany storm door — letting your best friend enjoy summer on their own schedule. — Como

Three Doors, Three Diagnoses, One Visit

None of these three doors in a 100-year-old home would latch — and each had a different issue. All three diagnosed and fixed in a single visit. — Summit Hill

Complete Kitchen Trim Overhaul

A complete kitchen trim overhaul — Craftsman-style casing and headers with extension jambs, accented by tall baseboards, all painted in Sherwin Williams Pure White. — South Minneapolis

Storm Door Slamming Shut? Hydraulic Tension Fix

A heavy storm door was slamming shut on its own — adjusting the hydraulic closer tension to get it closing slow and steady, the way it should.

Andersen Storm Door Resize & Trim Rewrap

This Andersen storm door required resizing the opening and rewrapping the exterior trim — the result really pops. — Mac-Groveland

Crown Molding Install

Crown molding wraps the main living space, adding a finished, high-end look to the ceiling line. — Brooklyn Park

3-Piece Base Trim Install

3-piece base trim carries the look through the rest of the home, tying every room together. — Brooklyn Park

Bathroom Base & Case Trim — Calhoun Isles

A small bathroom base and case trim job, done with old-school profiles. — Calhoun Isles

Get in touch

Let's talk about your project.

Describe what's going on — a door that won't close, trim that needs matching, a window that's been painted shut for 20 years. I'll get back to you within 24 hours.

Phone (920) 420-2100
Email jamcustomcarpentrymn@gmail.com
Area Minneapolis, St. Paul & metro
Hours Mon–Sat, 6am–5pm

Jason personally reviews every request and responds within 24 hours.

📸 Photos are essential — please text them to (920) 420-2100 or email to jamcustomcarpentrymn@gmail.com
Photos of the area, existing conditions, and any inspiration help Jason give you a faster and more accurate estimate.

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