Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Painting & Restoration Experts in Chicago
Founded in 1991, Preferred Painting, Inc. has established itself as a trusted provider of comprehensive painting and restoration solutions for residential and commercial clients across the Chicagoland area. As an owner-operated business, we maintain direct oversight of every project, ensuring consistent quality and personalized service. Our team of dedicated professionals, many of whom have been with the company since its inception, specializes in interior and exterior painting, insurance restoration, and surface preparation services. We prioritize quality materials and meticulous workmanship to deliver durable, aesthetically pleasing results that meet our clients' specific needs. With a commitment to transparency and accountability, we provide on-site foremen for every job and maintain open communication channels with property owners throughout the project lifecycle.Our comprehensive service offerings include drywall installation, wallpaper removal, power washing, and light carpentry, making us a single-source solution for property enhancement and restoration needs. We maintain liability insurance and workers' compensation coverage to protect our clients and employees while adhering to the highest industry standards. Our competitive pricing structure and satisfaction guarantee reflect our dedication to making professional-grade painting services accessible to all clients. Through three decades of continuous operation, we have built lasting relationships with Chicagoland residents and businesses by consistently delivering reliable, high-quality workmanship. Our approach combines technical expertise with personalized attention to detail, ensuring that each project receives the care and precision necessary for long-lasting results.
Services
Interior Painting
Exterior Painting
Insurance Restoration
Drywall Repair
Power Washing
Wallpaper Removal
Light Carpentry
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- Owner-operated with 30+ years of Chicagoland experience
- Experienced team with long-standing employees
- Guaranteed work using premium quality materials
- Comprehensive service offerings under one roof
- Direct project oversight with on-site foremen
Services
Interior Painting
Our interior painting service transforms residential and commercial spaces with premium-quality coatings that enhance aesthetics and protect surfaces. We meticulously prepare walls, ceilings, and trim before applying durable, long-lasting finishes in any desired color scheme. Our experienced painters ensure clean lines, even coverage, and minimal disruption to occupants during the painting process.
Exterior Painting
We protect and beautify building exteriors through comprehensive painting services that withstand Chicagoland's weather conditions. Our process includes surface preparation, primer application where needed, and application of weather-resistant paints that extend the life of exterior surfaces while enhancing curb appeal for residential and commercial properties.
Insurance Restoration
Our specialized restoration team handles fire and flood damage repairs for residential and commercial clients, working directly with insurance companies to streamline the claims process. We restore properties to pre-damage condition using industry-standard techniques for surface repair, odor removal, and complete repainting services following water or fire incidents.
Drywall Repair
We address drywall damage from water, fire, or structural issues with professional repair services that restore wall integrity. Our technicians handle everything from minor patching to complete drywall replacement, ensuring seamless transitions before painting to match existing surfaces perfectly.
Power Washing
Our power washing service removes dirt, mildew, and contaminants from exterior surfaces to prepare for painting or improve appearance. We use appropriate pressure settings for different materials to safely clean siding, brick, concrete, and other surfaces without causing damage while extending the life of exterior coatings.
People
Rich Schoenwolf
Owner
With over 30 years of experience in the painting industry, Rich Schoenwolf founded Preferred Painting, Inc. in 1991 to provide Chicagoland residents and businesses with reliable, high-quality painting solutions. He maintains direct oversight of all projects, ensuring consistent quality and customer satisfaction through his commitment to professional standards and personalized service.
Questions
What services does Preferred Painting offer?
We provide interior and exterior painting, insurance restoration, drywall repair, power washing, wallpaper removal, and light carpentry services for residential and commercial properties in Chicagoland.
Are your painters employees or subcontractors?
All our workers are direct employees, not subcontractors, ensuring consistent quality control and accountability for every project we undertake.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide complimentary consultations to assess your painting needs and provide accurate project estimates without any obligation.
What areas do you service?
We serve all locations within the Chicagoland metropolitan area for both residential and commercial painting projects.
Is your work guaranteed?
We stand behind our work with a satisfaction guarantee, ensuring all painting and restoration services meet our high-quality standards.
How long does a typical painting project take?
Project duration varies based on scope, but we prioritize efficient scheduling and completion while maintaining meticulous attention to detail in every job.
