In 1991, Rafael Medina, Jr. started Rafael Construction, Inc., a general contracting company. Several months later, he saw a great need for a quality commercial framer in the Las Vegas valley. Medina seized the opportunity and began a framing division. Due to its noteworthy success, Rafael Framers is now its own entity, with an unlimited C-3 carpentry license.

Originally working in the Las Vegas area exclusively, the company has expanded into other regions as well, including Northern Nevada and Northern California. Chiefly involved in the residential aspect in this locale, the company has achieved incredible success in this venture.

Rafael Framers is equipped to handle all types of framing jobs. Whether it is commercial buildings, office space, strip malls, restaurants or even banks, the company has excelled. Examples of the company's diversity include jobs such as the Cannery Hotel and Casino, Red Rock Country Club, select In-and-Out Burger, McDonalds and Starbucks locations, Cheesecake Factory, select Vons, Food 4 Less, Albertsons, Walgreen's and CVS locations, select Nevada State Bank and Northern Trust Bank locations, select Home Depot locations, and the Black Mountain Business Park. The company has also completed several million square feet of panelized roof structures. In the higher end, the company has worked on multi-million dollar projects including Sansone- phases one and two.

The company has been successful for a variety of reasons. Besides superior craftsmanship, the individuals within the organization also achieve a high level of excellence. Medina, president, works closely with Kenny Lucas and Jim Terry so that every job is remarkable in all aspects.

Rafael Medina, Jr. (center) - Owner/President
Since its inception in 1991, Rafael Medina, Jr. has lead Rafael Framers to become a company with an excellent reputation for superior quality work and great customer service. Medina truly appreciates the importance of excellence in management and has partnered with Kenny Lucas and Jim Terry to continue the success of Rafael Framers.

Kenny Lucas (left) - Owner/Project Manager
Having been involved in the framing industry for more than 32 years, Kenny Lucas knows a bit about the work. He also realizes how unique Rafael Framers is. "If you work hard for Rafael, he will work hard for you," he says. He attributes his longevity to this factor. His greatest satisfaction occurs when he is able to see the evolution of a job from bid to completion, all the while coming in under budget. Although Lucas sees the industry becoming more competitive, he believes that Rafael Framers is uniquely situated to take advantage of the tremendous opportunities present in today's marketplace.

Jim Terry (right) - Owner/Field Superintendent
Being a field superintendent is a challenging job, but the fulfillment Jim Terry receives as he monitors the progress from slab and lumber to finished project makes it all worthwhile. Having worked for Rafael Framers for 11 years, he appreciates the integrity the company has displayed time and again, "Although this is a business, we realize that the customer needs to be satisfied, and we will do whatever it takes to get the job done," explains Terry. By emphasizing the quality of work and personal relationships, Terry is helping make Rafael Framers and industry leader in the Las Vegas valley.