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Credentials & Insurance

Pete the Painter crew on scaffolding painting a church interior

PDCA accredited, EPA Lead-Safe certified, OSHA 10 trained crews, fully insured, and guaranteed work since 1969.

You were by far the most professional of the quotes I received. Royston Family, Deerfield

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  • Pete the Painter crew on scaffolding painting a church interior
  • Multi-story commercial office building with white columns painted by Pete the Painter
  • School building exterior painted by Pete the Painter

Accredited, Certified, and Insured Since 1969

Anyone can buy a ladder and a roller. The credentials below are the difference between a paint job that looks good on day one and one that still looks good in year ten. Every one of them is current.

Scaffold and ladder work is done by crews with OSHA 10-hour ladder and scaffold training.
Scaffold and ladder work is done by crews with OSHA 10-hour ladder and scaffold training.

PDCA Accredited Contractor

Pete the Painter is an accredited member of the Painting and Decorating Contractors of America, the national trade association for professional painters. Accreditation means we follow the industry standards for surface preparation, product application, and business practices. Very few painting companies in the Chicago area carry it.

EPA Lead-Safe Certified Firm

Most North Shore homes built before 1978 have lead paint somewhere. Federal law requires a Lead-Safe Certified firm for renovation and painting that disturbs painted surfaces in those homes. We are certified, we test, we contain the work area, and we clean up with HEPA equipment. This is not optional and we do not skip it.

OSHA 10-Hour Ladder and Scaffold Certified

Every employee on our crews has completed OSHA 10-hour training for ladder and scaffold safety. Exterior painting on the North Shore means two and three story homes, steep lots, and lake winds. Trained crews work safely, and safe crews do better work.

High-Lift Certified

For tall commercial exteriors, schools, hotels, and amusement park structures, we use aerial lifts. Our operators are certified, and we carry the insurance that goes with it.

Fully Insured

We carry general liability insurance and workers compensation on every job. Ask for a certificate of insurance and we will send it before the work starts. If a painter cannot show you one, do not let them on your roof.

Our Guarantee

All of our work is guaranteed. If a finish fails because of our workmanship, we come back and make it right. That has been the policy since 1969, and it is why so much of our work is repeat and referral.

By the Numbers

  • Painting the North Shore since 1969. That is 57 years and three generations of homeowners.
  • More than 1,000,000 square feet painted.
  • Over 1,000 satisfied customers, with a 4.8 star Google rating.
  • Sherwin-Williams products matched to each surface, inside and out.
  • Member of the Northbrook Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Multi-story commercial exteriors are painted from certified aerial lifts.
Multi-story commercial exteriors are painted from certified aerial lifts.

Pete Wirtz, President

I started the company in 1969 and I still walk every estimate myself. I have taught painting to homeowners on our YouTube channel and spoken to painting contractors nationally about doing the job right. If you want a straight answer about what your home needs, call me at (847) 564-4880.

References are available on request. Read what our customers say or request a free estimate.

Your Vision, Our Expertise

Experience the Difference of a Professional Paint Job

Our professional painting services elevate your living space, handling every aspect with precision and care for a smooth, stress-free experience and a stunning transformation.

  • Lead-safe in older homes

    EPA certified firm with containment and HEPA cleanup on pre-1978 homes.

  • Pete the Painter crew on scaffolding painting a church interior

  • Trained, insured crews

    OSHA 10 ladder and scaffold training, lift certification, liability and workers comp.

  • Work that is guaranteed

    If our workmanship fails, we come back and fix it.

  • 57 years of references

    Homeowners, schools, park districts, hotels, and Six Flags Great America.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions about our residential painting services? We've compiled a list of frequently asked questions to help you understand our process, materials, and what to expect when you choose us for your painting needs. Browse the questions below to find the answers you're looking for.

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  • Are you insured?

    EPA certified firm with containment and HEPA cleanup on pre-1978 homes.

  • Do you guarantee your work?

    All of our work is guaranteed. If a finish fails because of our workmanship, we return and make it right.

  • What does PDCA accredited mean?

    We are an accredited member of the Painting and Decorating Contractors of America and follow its standards for prep, application, and business practices.

  • Why does Lead-Safe certification matter?

    Most homes built before 1978 contain lead paint. Federal law requires a certified firm to disturb it, and the certification covers testing, containment, and cleanup.

  • Do you use lifts for tall buildings?

    Yes. For tall exteriors we use certified aerial lift operators rather than stretching ladders past what is safe.

  • Can you provide references?

    Yes, for residential and commercial work. Tell us the kind of project and we will connect you with a past customer.