Business Details
41 Years
experience
Professional Painting Services for All Projects
Schout Painting has been delivering professional painting services across the Midwest since 1985. Our team combines decades of experience with specialized equipment to handle industrial, commercial, and residential projects of all sizes. We have built long-term partnerships with major clients including Walgreen stores, Mars Corporation, and Sarah Bush Lincoln Hospital, demonstrating our commitment to quality and reliability. Owner Patrick Schout leads a bonded and insured team that prioritizes timely project completion and meticulous attention to detail. From factory safety lines to residential repaints, we use high-quality materials and proven techniques to ensure lasting results. Our comprehensive capabilities include industrial machinery painting, commercial drywall finishing, and residential deck sealing, supported by scaffolding and aerial lifts for challenging applications.With free estimates and scalable pricing, we provide accessible solutions without compromising on professionalism. Our reputation for excellence is reflected in numerous satisfied customers and reference letters from trusted businesses like Carle Hospital and Ameren CIPS. Headquartered in Charleston, Illinois, we maintain deep local roots while serving regional markets including Champaign, Chicago, and Decatur. By combining technical expertise with a dedication to customer satisfaction, we continue to set industry standards for quality painting services across multiple sectors.
Services
Industrial Painting
Commercial Painting
Residential Painting
Roof Coating
Drywall Repair
Floor Marking
Wallpaper Removal
Plaster Repair
Safety Line Marking
High-Pressure Washing
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in industrial, commercial, and residential painting
- We serve major clients including Walgreen stores and Carle Hospital
- Our team is bonded and insured for risk-free service
- We guarantee timely project completion
- We use high-quality paints and materials
What people say
Excellent work
Happy customers
Professional service
Durable results
Timely completion
Services
Industrial Painting
Schout Painting specializes in industrial applications including machinery, steel structures, and safety line marking. Our team uses chemical-resistant coatings and airless spraying techniques to ensure durability in high-traffic areas. With scaffolding and aerial lifts, we handle large-scale projects for factories and manufacturing facilities across the Midwest.
Commercial Painting
We provide comprehensive commercial painting services for shopping malls, hospitals, schools, and churches. Our capabilities include interior/exterior painting, drywall finishing, and ceiling repairs. Using professional-grade materials, we maintain clean workspaces and minimize business disruption while delivering long-lasting finishes for commercial properties.
Residential Painting
Our residential services cover interior and exterior home painting, deck sealing, and textured ceiling removal. We use premium paints and start each project with clean drop cloths to protect your property. Our team also handles wall repairs and trim restoration to complete multiple home improvement tasks simultaneously for homeowners.
Roof Coating
Schout Painting offers specialized roof coating and repair services with Illinois roofing licensing. We apply durable protective coatings to extend roof lifespan and perform necessary repairs for industrial, commercial, and residential properties. Our moisture-resistant solutions help prevent water damage and improve energy efficiency through enhanced thermal performance.
Safety Marking
We implement durable floor-marking systems and color-coded safety locations for industrial facilities. Our high-visibility paint solutions create clear walkways, equipment boundaries, and hazard warnings. These safety markings comply with industry standards while maintaining longevity in high-traffic manufacturing and warehouse environments.
People
Patrick Schout
Owner
Patrick Schout founded Schout Painting in 1985 and has grown it into a trusted regional painting contractor. He lives in Charleston, Illinois with his family and manages operations while maintaining hands-on involvement in major projects.
Questions
What types of painting services do you offer?
We provide industrial, commercial, and residential painting services including machinery coating, safety line marking, drywall repair, and roof coating for clients across the Midwest.
Are your painters insured and licensed?
Yes, our team is fully bonded and insured. We also hold Illinois roofing licensing for roof coating and repair services.
Do you work with large commercial clients?
Yes, we've completed projects for Walgreen stores, Mars Corporation, Carle Hospital, and Sarah Bush Lincoln Hospital among other major businesses.
What areas do you serve?
We serve the Midwest region including Charleston, Champaign, Chicago, Decatur, Effingham, and Mattoon from our Illinois base.
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes, we provide free estimates for all painting projects with no obligation to proceed.
Can you handle large industrial projects?
Yes, we have scaffolding, aerial lifts, and experienced crews to complete large-scale industrial painting projects efficiently and safely.