About Us
“We believe great homes are built on trust, creativity, and strong relationships.”
— James Dalton
Owner
From Our Family to Yours
We believe that the most important parts of a house are the spaces where life actually happens. Our specialty lies in transforming the mundane, functional corners of a house into a beautiful, inspired home.
By focusing on quality and intentional design, James and his wife, Steph, have spent years dedicated to elevating the standard of home renovation sand building lasting connections with the clients they serve.
Our Story
After growing up in hisfamily’sconstruction business, James founded James Dalton Construction in 2015 with a simple goal: to help homeowners realize the full potential of their spaces.
With thousands of full-home, kitchen, and bathroom remodels under his belt, James has the seasoned expertise to anticipate challenges before they arise, ensuring your project stays on track and on vision.
The James Dalton Standard
At James Dalton Construction, our values are more than just words on a wall — they are the foundation of your project. These principles guide every decision we make and every action we take on-site, ensuring that your vision is supported by a clear sense of direction and purpose.
You Pay What We Pay
Most contractors mark up their subcontractors and materials 20–30%. We don’t believe in that pricing model.
Subcontractor Relationships
We only work with one subcontractor per trade. We feel it’s important to know who we have working in your home.
Free Design
We guide you through our free design process. We assist with your selections and answer any questions along the way.
Who We Are
By putting relationships at the core of our business, you get the home remodel you want at a fair price, and we have fun along the way.
Our Vision
We’re reshaping the contracting experience through honest communication, transparent pricing, and exceptional craftsmanship.
No surprises—just a trustworthy partnership and a product that speaks for itself. Reshaping the client’s experience through radical transparency and superior quality. We provide clear communication and honest pricing necessary for a truly trustworthy contracting partnership.
Meet Our Team
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James Dalton, Owner
As the owner of JDC, James is passionate about strong leadership and fostering deep relationships with both clients and the JDC team. He brings energy and positivity to everything he does, striving to make every client feel completely seen and heard throughout the remodeling process.
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Tyler Tarte, Project Manager
As a second-generation carpenter with a degree in architecture, Tyler uniquely combines design expertise with hands-on craftsmanship. He manages all on-site operations—from timelines and subcontractors to inspections and deliveries. While he oversees every detail of the construction process, his ultimate goal is to ensure your experience is stress-free and fun.
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Cailyn Taylor, Office Manager
With 20 years in the building industry and over a decade as a Licensed Real Estate Broker, Cailyn is the perfect guide for your home transformation. As Office Manager, she seamlessly blends her expertise in design and administration to ensure every project runs smoothly from behind the scenes.
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Kramer Graef, Project Lead
Kramer handles our largest remodeling projects with a rare combination of precision and personality. Known on-site as the man who can fix anything, he is fiercely detail-oriented,deeply dedicated to our clients, and always ready with a joke to keep the team smiling.
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Russ McLaughlin, Project Lead
With over 40 years of industry experience, Russ brings a vast wealth of knowledge to every project. He served as James’mentor while James was learning the trade, making it a true full-circle moment that he now chooses to bring his incredible dedication and decades of expertise to our team.
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Brett Yates, Project Lead
Brett brings an incredible work ethic and a true passion for his craft to every project. He is a teammate who consistently goes the extra mile, working tirelessly to ensure the job is done right. Above all, Brett is a family man who puts his loved ones first—a value that drives his integrity both on and off the job.
Our Core Values
What Guides Us
Our values aren’t just internal slogans.
They are the promises we make to you every day.
High-end craftsmanship meets
honest communication
From kitchens to full-home transformations, we build spaces,
and trust, that last a life time!
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