57 Years Serving The North Shore Community

From Dull to Dazzling

The Difference is in The Brush

Quality Work. Lasting Impressions

Reviews

Our Work Speaks for Itself—So Do Our Clients.

Jack Castella

Northbrook, IL

Pete took care of my client and helped me resolve an issue someone else had created - So excited and Satified that he came through with a professional like manner in my clutch situatiion...

Wayne Karlins

Northbrook, IL

"I have known Pete for more than 10 years. I would recommend Pete and his team to provide an experience of integrity, results, and competitive pricing. He is not out to just book...”

Unique Larry

Northbrook, IL

As a Northbrook homeowner Larry is over the top excited about the exterior paint job done by Pete The Painter.

6 Reasons Homeowners Trust Us

Painting Your Home Shouldn’t Be Stressful. Here’s Why It Won’t Be.

  • Flawless, Long-Lasting Finish

    We prep properly and use premium paints to ensure every job looks beautiful and lasts for years.

  • We Protect Your Home

    From drop cloths to clean exits, your floors, furniture, and valuables stay spotless and safe.

  • Professional, Vetted Painters

    Our courteous crew is background-checked, uniformed, and committed to respecting your space.

  • Transparent, Honest Pricing

    No surprise charges—just clear, upfront quotes with everything spelled out from the start.

  • On-Time & On-Target

    We start on schedule, finish on time, and clean up thoroughly when the job is done.

  • Free Color Guidance

    Not sure which shade to choose? We’ll help you pick colors you’ll love for years to come.

Precision in Every Stroke

Residential & Commercial Painting Done Right

From cozy homes to large commercial spaces, we deliver expert prep, premium finishes, and flawless results,
inside and out

  • Pete the Painter’s Touch Still Shines: Northwest Suburb Gazebo Remains a Community Gem

    Nestled in a peaceful northwest suburb of Illinois, a charming gazebo continues to draw admiration from locals and…

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  • Pete the Painter Preserves Hubbard’s Woods Park’s Architectural Charm

    Featuring a charming Craftsman-style design, the structure in Hubbard’s Woods Park is meticulously maintained by Pete the Painter.…

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  • Pete the Painter Preserves the Grandeur of Historic Public Building

    Showcasing a classic architectural design with a substantial brick façade and elegant white columns, this public building’s timeless…

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  • Colonial Beauty Restored: Pete the Painter’s Brushstrokes Transform Northbrook Home

    This stunning Colonial home, with its symmetrical facade and classic detailing, received a remarkable revitalization thanks to Pete…

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Proud to Serve Glenview and the Surrounding North Shore

Hi, I'm Pete Wirtz, President of Pete the Painter. I've been painting homes on the North Shore for 57 years. We know these neighborhoods. The architecture, the climate, the expectations of homeowners who take real pride in their properties. From a single room refresh to a full exterior transformation, our team brings the same care and workmanship to every Glenview home we touch.

Our house painters in Glenview, IL work across the entire North Shore corridor. Northbrook, Wilmette, Winnetka, and beyond. Wherever you are, you deserve painters who show up prepared, communicate clearly, and leave your home looking the way you want it to look.

Three Pete the Painter crew members painting the exterior trim and siding of a ranch-style home

Interior and Exterior Painting, Done the Right Way

As experienced interior painters, we know the inside of your home deserves just as much attention as the curb appeal. Prep work is the key. Filling nail holes, sanding surfaces, applying the right primer. That's what separates a paint job that lasts from one that starts peeling after the first winter. A cheaper painter skips that step. You see it within a year.

Every job starts with a walk-through. I personally inspect the surfaces. I look at the moisture, the wear, the trouble spots. I tell the homeowner what needs prep, what needs primer, and what we're going to do about it. Then we get to work.

I'm also looking at the surrounding environment. A kitchen or a bathroom is a different situation than a living room or a bedroom. High moisture, heavy use, surfaces that take a beating. Each one gets treated accordingly. Our interior painting services in Glenview, IL cover everything from living rooms and kitchens to ceilings, trim, and cabinetry, always with minimal disruption to your daily routine.

On the outside, our exterior painters handle wood siding, brick, stucco, shutters. You name it. Sun, wind, and Chicago-area winters are hard on paint. One of the most common problems we see on North Shore exteriors is moisture. Lake effect weather is relentless, and if you're not properly controlling how moisture affects the painting surface, you won't have a lasting finish. Period. We choose materials and application methods specifically built to hold up against those conditions. If you want a second opinion on what your home's exterior actually needs, we're happy to walk through it with you before anything gets started.

I've used Sherwin-Williams for years. Their team helps me match the right product to the right surface, every time. That consistency matters.

If you want me to come out and take a look at your home, give us a call. I'll do the walk-through myself and tell you straight what it needs.

Formal dining room with rose-colored walls, traditional dark wood furniture, and a crystal chandelier

Residential and Commercial Painting Services Near You

Pete the Painter handles both residential and commercial work across the North Shore. Single-family homes, multi-unit buildings, offices. We treat every project like it's our own property. We keep things neat, we stick to the schedule, and we stay out of your way.

If you've been burned by an unreliable painter before, we get it. We tell you upfront what needs doing. Then we do it. From the first brushstroke to the final coat.

If you've been typing "house painters near me" hoping to find someone you can actually trust, give us a call. We'll start with a straightforward conversation. Just honest work at a fair price, from a team that's been building its reputation on the North Shore for 57 years.

Pete the Painter crew member on an extension ladder painting the upper siding of a lakeside home

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you handle homes outside of Glenview?

Yes. We work the entire North Shore corridor: Northbrook, Wilmette, Winnetka, and beyond. If you're in the area, give us a call and we'll come take a look.

Why does paint on my exterior keep peeling after a year or two?

The reason this occurs is almost always moisture, or skipped prep work. Lake effect weather on the North Shore is relentless, and if the surface isn't properly prepped and primed, the paint won't adhere. A cheaper painter skips that step. You see it within a year.

What does your walk-through actually involve?

I personally inspect the surfaces before any work starts. I look at the moisture, the wear, the trouble spots, and I tell you exactly what needs prep, what needs primer, and what we're going to do about it. Then we get to work.

Why do you use Sherwin-Williams paint?

I've used Sherwin-Williams for years. Their team helps me match the right product to the right surface, every time. That consistency matters when you want a finish that's going to last.

Do you treat kitchens and bathrooms differently than other rooms?

Absolutely. High moisture, heavy use, surfaces that take a beating, each one gets treated accordingly. The product and prep for a bathroom isn't the same as what belongs in a bedroom.

I've been burned by a painter before. How is Pete the Painter different?

We get it. We tell you upfront what needs doing, then we do it, on time, on budget, from the first brushstroke to the final coat. 57 years on the North Shore, and the reputation speaks for itself.

Will you disrupt my daily routine while painting the interior?

We keep things neat, stick to the schedule, and stay out of your way. We treat your home like it's our own property, so when we leave each day, you can still live in it.

97% Customer Satisfaction Rating!

Find out why our customers love us and why you will too. Also find out about our Four Principles.

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