Kevin Palmer House Painting Blog

1. Confusing a service with a commodity. Don’t we all wish we could make everything in life simple? Who’s the best doctor? What’s the best car? Where is the best place to get something to eat? If only life were so simple. Painting is a service. And as in life, there are good painters and bad painters, expensive paint jobs and cheap paint jobs, and “best experience ever” and “worst experience of my life.” At Kevin Palmer painting, we make things simple. Quality work, combined with dependable service, done by reliable, professional painters, completed in a timely manner, and for the price quoted.

2. I don’t have to be there for you to give me an estimate, do I? No, you don’t if you don’t care who is doing what working for what price. It’s amazing that some people will trust an unknown person they’ve never met to work on what is probably their most valuable financial asset. Meet with your potential painting contractor, ask questions pertaining to the work you would like to have quoted, and listen to the painters you are considering for your project. Are they knowledgeable, considerate about your property, and on time? Were they punctual for the estimate and prepared to answer your questions and address your concerns? These and a multitude of other issues can only be addressed by an in-person meeting.

3. Avoid the snake oil salesman who happens to be working in the neighborhood and can give you a good price if you will sign up on the spot for their services. Connecticut protected citizens with a 3-day Notice of Cancellation, but typically, reputable contractors will have a backlog of work and will schedule your work in a mutually convenient time and date. There is no need to rush to schedule your job under pressure from a contractor.

4. Does anybody know a contractor who will do the best work for the cheapest price immediately? Facebook users seem to think this mythical contractor exists as social media users are constantly asking for recommendations. Does anyone honestly believe that the best quality for the cheapest price is generally consistent and attainable? There is no question that people need to balance cost against quality, but experience teaches that you usually get what you pay for, and one size doesn’t fit all. The reliability, quality workmanship, and after service follow-up are what has enabled Kevin Palmer Painting to be in business for over 50 years.

5. Painting involves skilled work done by trained professional painters in a knowledgeable and responsive manner. It is not rocket science. Your painting contractor should be able to explain to you what products he will be using on your home and why, the importance of power washing and a properly prepared surface, different application techniques and which application method is most suitable for your project. A contractor’s responses to your questions and the suggestions and solutions to problems should go a long way towards helping you make an informed decision as to who is best suited to paint your home. Kevin Palmer Painting gives free estimates, provides a detailed and thorough explanation of all services offered, and fair pricing for all work under consideration. A detailed and plain language Proposal is then sent to those requesting scheduling. Questions are always welcomed and clarification if needed is always provided.

The painting professionals at Kevin Palmer Painting are proud to have painted for well over 4000 residential customers, commercial projects, churches and places of worship, schools, and institutions. Our professional painters service the Farmington Valley and West Hartford communities, and we hope you will call us for a free estimate and to discuss your interior and exterior painting, power washing, and roof cleaning needs. We can be reached at 860-658-2441.

Washing and waxing cars, caddying golfers, or painting homes for the summer. Those were the options available to pay for a college education 63 years ago. From having helped his dad paint the family home for Kevin Palmer, the choice was obvious. Having a neighbor whose lawn he mowed and who wanted her garage painted sealed the deal.

A small company began with a dream, a Volkswagen bus, and tools borrowed from parents grew into an organization that painted thousands of residential homes, municipal housing complexes, landmark churches, and a multitude of commercial and industrial projects.

Growth was spurred by an unwavering commitment to quality work, unparalleled customer service, and honesty combined with reliability in all aspects of work. In a day and age when employment became a revolving door, Kevin Palmer Painting retained long-term, quality-motivated painters, carpenters, and power wash technicians. Kevin Palmer Painting established a work ethos that sustained the company through the ups and downs of the economy, recessions, and Covid.

Kevin Palmer Painting has provided generations of customers with the best qualitypainting services, power washing, environmentally friendly roof cleaning, and carpentry repairs in the Farmington Valley, West Hartford, and the suburbs of Hartford County, Connecticut.

Beginning in 2021, the company evolved and continued to prosper under the guidance and ownership of a new managerial team.

Dru Palmer and Walter Ptak have over 40+ years’ experience with Kevin Palmer Painting and bring a commitment to impeccable quality work, unsurpassed customer service, and honesty and integrity to every project the company undertakes. Their energy and enthusiasm for their work is obvious, and as a team, they tackle even the most challenging of projects with confidence based on experience, knowledge, and customer commitment.

For an estimate or to discuss future interior and exterior painting plans, power washing, or roof cleaning projects, Kevin Palmer Painting can be reached at 860-658-2441 or at kevinpalmerpaintingllc@yahoo.com. Dru and Walter will happily assist with all your painting and power washing needs.

Every so often the professional painters of Kevin Palmer Painting have the opportunity to work at a job site so beautiful that it makes coming to work like going on vacation. Restoring the deck for an Avon, Connecticut couple was one of those opportunities.

The homeowners wanted to protect and preserve their deck overlooking the Farmington Valley. They chose Kevin Palmer Painting to undertake this project.

The initial evaluation of the deck showed that the deck had been well maintained over the years but needed to be sanded to remove coatings which had deteriorated over time.

The floor was professionally sanded leaving a surface ready for preparatory work to begin. The painting professionals of Kevin Palmer Painting thoroughly cleaned the deck as the 1^st step in the coating process. Discolored areas as were treated to remove stains and discoloration where grills and furniture markings showed over time. Loose floor boards were secured as needed and the deck was soon ready for coating.

The homeowners followed the recommendations of Kevin Palmer Painting and elected to use a top-quality preservative that would enhance the beauty of the wood allowing the grain and natural beauty of the wood to show through. The clear preservative would protect the wood from snow and rain and exposure to the sun.

A premium product manufactured by Sherwin-Williams was used. The painters boxed the preservative to ensure uniformity of finish and began their work.

Care was taken to cover and protect the surrounding house, patio areas, and landscaping. The painters worked with the grain of the wood, overlapping as required to ensure a uniform, rich finish.

The staining of this deck came out beautiful. The homeowners were a pleasure to work with and the deck has been protected from Mother Nature and looks wonderful! With the vacation project complete, the painters of Kevin Palmer Painting were soon off to their next project.

Kevin Palmer Painting recently completed another exterior painting project in Simsbury Connecticut.

Our professional painters gave this vintage colonial an exterior update.

The owners wanted to refresh their home’s appearance and give it a timeless appeal. They certainly succeeded. The color looks beautiful and the finish blends perfectly with the surrounding landscaping and plantings.

This home has aluminum siding that was oxidized and needed cleaning. Power washing removed the chalking and surface contaminants. A biodegradable, environmentally friendly cleanser used to remove mold and mildew, and the house was ready for painting.

Our men prepared the house for painting. Attention was paid to details necessary to achieve a beautiful, durable, long-lasting paint finish. Holes were filled with epoxy patching compound, loose paint was removed and sanded, and stains were given a coat of shellac.

The painters then applied a beautiful finish to the home’s exterior. The work was done with state-of-the-art airless equipment enabling us to provide the ultimate finish. No brush marks, no lap marks, no dribbles or sags! The house looks brand-new and the new paint job will provide a maintenance free surface for years to come.

The owners have great taste and were a pleasure to work for. Their color selection was beautiful and the painting professionals at Kevin Palmer Painting were proud to have been selected to complete this exterior painting project.

The painting professionals at Kevin Palmer Painting were thrilled to paint the exterior of a modern Simsbury classic. Admired by many, this gorgeous house, designed and built by John Hartwell, is both beautiful and elegant. The painting project included restoring an historic carriage barn which is part of this magical property.

As the first part of the painting process, the house and barn were carefully and thoroughly power washed. Care was taken to protect the landscaping and beautiful flower beds surrounding the house and barn. Mold and mildew were removed, paving the way for the next stage of the exterior painting process, the preparatory work. Scraping and sanding off loose paint ensured a sound foundation for the new coatings. The window sash on the carriage barn were glazed and restored to their original grandeur. Caulking of the trim insured a watertight seal and shellac was applied to the knot holes to eliminate bleed through.

The painters then applied Sherwin-Williams Woodscape stain to the siding and Sherwin-Williams Duration paint to the trim.

The results speak for themselves.

Using only premium grade products will protect the house and barn well into the future. The house and carriage barn look beautiful!

Of particular satisfaction in painting this home was to be part of the history of this home. John Hartwell, the home’s builder, is a close friend. John Hartwell designed and built this home with a commitment to quality and craftsmanship rarely found these days. The home is sensitive to the magnificent landscape environment and blends with the beautiful meadows and rolling hills surrounding the home.

The color John originally selected for this home is the color most often requested by our customers, Hartwell Yellow. How nice to have a color name for a special person. It’s a beautiful color that enhances the property and at the same time blends with the surrounding grounds.

The present owners were an absolute delight to work for. They love their home and maintain their property in the best possible manner. Kevin Palmer Painting was proud and honored to be selected to complete the exterior painting for them. This magnificent house and carriage barn have been lovingly and painstakingly restored and painted and are a beautiful part of the Simsbury landscape.

Kevin Palmer Painting recently completed an exterior painting project restoring one of the most beautiful homes in Simsbury, Connecticut. Located in the Simsbury Historic District, the original Jonathan Humphrey House was lovingly prepared and refinished by the experts at Kevin Palmer Painting.

The painters used decades of professional painting experience to ensure this landmark property was preserved to the highest standards. The painting process began with power washing the home’s exterior. Roof washing was next on the agenda. As always, throughout the painting process the beautiful landscaping was protected. Next the painters tackled the preparatory work. Scraping, sanding, spot priming, and glazing the windows laid the groundwork to prepare this beautiful home for its finish. Carpentry repairs included restoring some siding, trim and window sills and then on to the finish painting. Top-quality premium grade paints and stains were lovingly applied to the home’s exterior.

We couldn’t be happier with the results! It was an honor to be able to restore this beautiful home in a manner that preserves and protects the home going forward. The homeowners were a delight to work for and the pictures speak a thousand words. Happy 300^th birthday to this beautiful home newly painted by the painting professionals at Kevin Palmer Painting.