Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Trusted Commercial Painting Partner in Chicago
Continental Painting is a full-service commercial painting and decorating contractor based in Chicago, Illinois. Established in 1994, we have built a reputation as one of the premier painting companies in the region, serving both general contractors and direct user clients. Our strategic location two blocks west of McCormick Place allows us to efficiently support city, suburban, and regional projects. We specialize in new construction, renovations, and facilities maintenance, delivering high-quality craftsmanship and exceptional customer service. Our portfolio includes landmark projects such as Wintrust Arena, American Airlines O'Hare Hangar 2, Wrigley Field, and McCormick Place.We prioritize client satisfaction through competitive pricing, skilled execution, and a dedicated management team with decades of combined experience. Our expertise extends to specialty finishes, wallcoverings, and adaptive reuse projects, ensuring tailored solutions for diverse commercial needs. With a focus on minimizing workplace disruption, we maintain rigorous standards for quality and reliability across all services. Our repeat client base and extensive project history reflect our commitment to excellence in every engagement.
Services
New Construction
Existing Facilities
Facilities Maintenance
Specialty Finishes
Wallcoverings
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We have 30 years of experience in commercial painting since 1994
- We serve both general contractors and direct corporate clients
- Our competitive pricing has earned significant repeat business
- We maintain a diverse portfolio including historic and adaptive reuse projects
- Our skilled team delivers minimal workplace disruption during projects
Services
New Construction
Our new construction painting services address the unique challenges of ground-up projects. With experience on major developments like Wintrust Arena and American Airlines O'Hare Hangar 2, we deliver precision application and timely execution. Our team coordinates seamlessly with general contractors to meet project deadlines while maintaining superior finish quality. This service caters to commercial developers and construction firms requiring durable, aesthetically precise coatings for newly built structures.
Existing Facilities
We specialize in revitalizing existing commercial spaces through comprehensive renovation services. Our portfolio includes landmark projects like Wrigley Field and McCormick Place, demonstrating expertise in adaptive reuse and historic preservation. The service addresses expansion needs, structural updates, and complete facility transformations while maintaining operational continuity for clients. Commercial property managers and facility directors rely on our ability to handle complex, phased projects with minimal disruption.
Facilities Maintenance
Our maintenance programs provide scheduled painting services for commercial properties requiring regular upkeep. Designed for businesses needing consistent appearance standards without operational interruptions, this service features flexible scheduling and rapid response times. Corporate clients in healthcare, hospitality, and retail sectors benefit from our ability to work within occupied spaces while maintaining safety and cleanliness standards throughout the painting process.
Specialty Finishes
We apply specialized coating systems including multicolor paint, textured finishes, and faux effects. This service caters to commercial clients seeking unique aesthetic solutions for interior and exterior surfaces. From dry-erase wall systems to custom textural elements, our technicians execute complex specifications requiring advanced application techniques. Design firms and architects partner with us to achieve distinctive visual outcomes in corporate, entertainment, and institutional environments.
Wallcoverings
Our wallcovering installation covers cork, vinyl, wood paneling, and innovative products like Hydra-Wall Moss. This service addresses both decorative and functional requirements for commercial interiors, including acoustical treatments and durable surface protection. Hospitality venues, healthcare facilities, and corporate offices benefit from our expertise in large-scale installations requiring precise pattern matching and long-term performance in high-traffic areas.
People
Hugh Williams
President
Hugh Williams leads Continental Painting with over 25 years of commercial painting industry experience, overseeing strategic growth and client relationships.
Jon Herr
Senior Vice President
Jon Herr manages operations with extensive project management expertise, ensuring quality execution across all commercial painting services.
Andre Noel
Vice President
Andre Noel directs key client accounts with a focus on delivering tailored painting solutions for complex commercial developments.
Ryan Andreas
Project Manager
Ryan Andreas coordinates project timelines and resources to ensure timely completion of painting contracts while maintaining quality standards.
Manuel Carrillo
Estimator
Manuel Carrillo provides accurate cost assessments for new projects, leveraging technical expertise to develop competitive proposals.
Questions
What commercial painting services do you offer?
We provide new construction painting, facility renovations, maintenance programs, specialty finishes, and wallcovering installation for commercial clients.
Do you work directly with business owners or only contractors?
We serve both general contractors and direct corporate clients needing commercial painting solutions.
What types of commercial projects have you completed?
Our portfolio includes healthcare facilities, educational institutions, hospitality venues, industrial sites, and historic renovations across Chicago and surrounding areas.
Can you handle large-scale commercial painting projects?
Yes, we have experience with major developments like Wintrust Arena and O'Hare Airport facilities, managing complex projects efficiently.
How do you minimize business disruption during painting?
We implement phased scheduling and protective measures to maintain operations during facility painting projects.
What makes your company different from other painters?
With 30 years of experience, we combine competitive pricing with specialized expertise in commercial applications and historic preservation.
