Paint Pals was founded in 2009 as a professional painting company originally in the Fort Collins and Northern Colorado area. After sixteen years of dedicated service, the company has transformed from a local Fort Collins operation into one of Northern Colorado's most trusted painting contractors, serving the entire Front Range from Fort Collins to Denver. The company is owned by Shane Walter, who chose to work in this industry because he loves painting and finds it very satisfying. Under his leadership, Paint Pals has built a reputation for combining superior craftsmanship with exceptional customer service at competitive prices.
The company offers comprehensive painting services for both residential and commercial properties. Paint Pals provides professional painting services including interior and exterior house painting, cabinet painting and refinishing, deck staining and restoration, and commercial painting for both interior and exterior projects. What sets them apart is their commitment to proper preparation and lasting application.
The company offers flexible warranty options to match different needs and budgets. They provide 2-year, 5-year, and 8-year warranties for exterior paint jobs, and if a paint failure occurs while under warranty, they schedule repairs immediately. Paint Pals uses premium paint brands, including Sherwin-Williams, Benjamin Moore, Behr, Diamond Vogel, and Clark+Kensington, and uniquely offers free paint samples so customers can test colors before committing.
Updated: 04-06-2026
Paint Pals consistently delivers competitive pricing that often surprises customers. Ken Reisenauer shared that after getting quotes from companies his neighbors used, he was "shocked at how high they were" - then Paint Pals' quote came in "several thousand dollars lower" while still delivering excellent work. Brea Williams enthusiastically noted they were "the best price around by far," while Dominck Faliano found their quote was "1/4 of what the other quotes from other companies were!" TimSim Summit, who hired them for an investment property, specifically sought "a low bid and quality workmanship" and confirmed "Paint Pals not only delivered on the price, but their work was outstanding." Multiple customers emphasized the value proposition - Gina Oliver mentioned "reasonable prices and great work with better quality paint," while David Frye was "amazed at how reasonable the price was" given the professional quality. ~Review Snippet Sources: Google
Paint Pals excels at restoring weather-beaten and aging homes. Rho Z. provided extensive detail about their 1980s home that "needed special care due to extreme sun, water and multiple hailstorms damages," praising how the crew did "extensive prep work including power washing, wood scraping, wood trim repair and replacement, caulking (straight lines!), priming" to address these challenges. Erin Kallhoff specifically mentioned their 1980s home and how "the paint has refreshed our home." Vicky Lange celebrated getting their home painted "after 28 years!" saying it "looks amazing." The company's expertise with challenging projects shows in their meticulous approach - Sylvia Stribling noted they "sanded all the rough edges where the old hardware had been and the door looks brand new," adding this was "by far the best experience" after painting their house several times before. ~Review Snippet Sources: Google
Customers consistently praise the professionalism and courtesy of Paint Pals' crews. Renelda Farias felt completely comfortable with the painters in her home, noting "I felt at ease leaving them alone" and that they "made sure everything was cleaned up" daily. Corrina Mellinger observed how the two-man crew "took their time taping and masking areas" and even "worked in the brutal wind and didn't get excess paint anywhere!" Multiple customers mentioned specific painters by name - Raymond received praise for being "very polite and personable," while Patricio and Juan were called "amazing communicators, friendly- with meticulous attention to detail." The crews maintain consistent schedules too - Tanika Lucero noted her painter arrived "and leaving at the same time every day," providing predictability that homeowners appreciate. ~Review Snippet Sources: Google
Paint Pals impresses customers with their efficiency without compromising quality. Richard Fowler reported they "had our two story house completed in just two days," while Wally Taylor detailed a 4-day timeline: "Power wash & prepping on Thursday…trim and clean up on Monday!!" Tyler Schall's exterior was done in just "2 days," and John Carrara's project was "finished in only 1 day" with "cleanup was quick and efficient with no mess." Even more impressive, several customers found Paint Pals ahead of schedule - Zach Wartenbe noted they "got the job done more than a month ahead of schedule," while Debbie Rivard excitedly shared "They even got us on the schedule sooner than expected!" The company's ability to complete projects quickly extends to last-minute needs too, as Christie Cory mentioned they "were able to squeeze us in early to get our deck painted when we needed it done ASAP." ~Review Snippet Sources: Google
The company's commitment to resolution shines through in their handling of criticism. When Kelly Brown posted a detailed negative review about unmet expectations, Paint Pals responded professionally, thanking her for the feedback and stating "We're committed to addressing your concerns and ensuring you're happy with the final result." They sent someone back for touch-ups and offered to do "whatever it takes to ensure you're happy with the outcome." Tyler Schall's mixed review prompted an even more comprehensive response - after his initial concerns, the company sent a crew for touch-ups and provided a significant discount, with owner Shane personally addressing the feedback. Todd, the field inspector, receives particular praise for his follow-up work. James Childs noted Todd "found other issues that I didn't and they will be fixed," while J Hoth specifically thanked Todd for "his customer service, attention to detail and just all around a great guy!" ~Review Snippet Sources: Google
Paint Pals has built their reputation on reliability and follow-through. Nick Whitworth, who had them paint a multi-unit commercial building requiring coordination with "multiple owners/tenants," reported "The process was smooth and the work was fantastic." Courtney Hewitt confirmed "Everyone that we have worked with has been prompt and professional," while Brian McLean noted that Carlos and Caleb "went the extra mile and spent a lot of time prepping the house." The company's integrity shows in unexpected ways - customer 'A' shared how estimator Kevin "was honest and told us we didn't need to paint" to save them money, saying "he wouldn't be able to sleep at night if he allowed us to put money into the house that wasn't necessary." This combination of honesty, quality work, and reliable scheduling has earned them remarkable customer loyalty, with Shelley Calhoun declaring "I've been a loyal customer of Paint Pals for 10 years." ~Review Snippet Sources: Google
Updated: 04-07-2026