Led by owner Nicholas Ipema, a union-trained painter who completed the DC#14 apprenticeship program in 2008, Nick's Painting and Decorating Inc. has grown from a one-person operation into a full-service residential and commercial painting team rooted in the southwest suburbs of Chicago. Customers regularly identify crew members Scott, Tony, Adam, and Justin by name, alongside color consultant Sue, who guides homeowners through complimentary color selection sessions.
The company handles interior and exterior residential painting, kitchen cabinet refinishing, deck staining, fireplace whitewashing, entry and garage door painting, faux finishes, drywall repair, wallpaper installation, garage floor epoxy coatings, and commercial painting for offices, retail spaces, and apartment complexes. A complimentary color consultation and furniture-moving assistance come standard on every project.
Incorporated in Illinois since 2015, the NARI, NKBA, and PCA member team operates from 15617 71st Court in Orland Park, serving 37 cities across the southwest suburbs, including Homer Glen, Tinley Park, Palos Heights, Frankfort, Naperville, and New Lenox. A 2-year limited warranty on labor and materials backs every completed job.
Updated: 05-27-2026
Repeat business is a consistent thread in reviews. H Lepore returned for a third project after two interior jobs, noting the team "never disappoints" and praised the attention to detail on exterior trim. Kelly Petrowski hired Nick's twice and highlighted the courtesy of every painter in her home. Tyler Sroczynski was so pleased with an earlier project that he brought the crew back for a backyard deck repaint, describing communication as "amazing."
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Cabinet work is one of the company's most-reviewed services. Cathy Slee said the team helped her pick colors for both cabinets and kitchen walls, leaving her "once again in love with my kitchen." Mat Kremke described the attention to detail on his kitchen cabinets as "truly impressive" and noted reasonable pricing. Jackie Higgins credited Tony with an "amazing job" on her cabinets while Scott handled the walls and ceiling.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Scott, Tony, and Adam appear across dozens of reviews. Jeannette Conklin praised Scott for "conscientious and professional" exterior staining work. Charles Fino described how Tony and Scott stained his entire exterior in three days with no mess. Kris Doorn highlighted Adam for whitewashing a fireplace and checking in throughout the process. Color consultant Sue is credited by Linda Hale, Natalie Lachenberg, and Charles Fino for guiding paint selection.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Dan Duschene described a multi-phase deck restoration process including power-washing, stripping, sanding, repairs, and staining, noting his "35 year-old deck looks brand new." Gastons bistro praised Scott for wood staining, deck painting, and exterior painting, calling the crew "prompt, clean, and organized." Dennis Robaugh noted the exterior trim crew repaired woodpecker damage on his chimney trim and left the property as clean as they found it.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Nearly every detailed review mentions cleanup. Michelle Marquardt said the crew "carefully covered everything in plastic" and kept the work area clean during a ceiling project. Suzie Kowalski was most impressed by the commitment to cleanliness, saying the team left the home "spotless." L Baker, who had entire interior and cabinets done, described the experience as a "pleasure to work with."
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
In early May 2025, several Facebook reviewers referenced a former employee named Tony Jackson. The company responded publicly to confirm "Tony Jackson no longer works for us" and stated that the decision to terminate was made immediately upon learning what had occurred. Ericann Kay, a recommending reviewer, urged Nick to post the statement on the main feed. Jess Molina defended the business as "professional, trustworthy, and quality-focused," urging others not to let one person define the company.
-Review Snippet Sources: Facebook Reviews
The company is registered with the Illinois Secretary of State as Nick's Painting and Decorating Inc., File No. 70188805, a domestic corporation (CORP MST) with an effective date of August 12, 2015. The registered agent is Nicholas J Ipema and the entity status is Active. Illinois does not require a state-level painting contractor license. The company states it is fully licensed and insured on its FAQ page.
-Verification Sources: Illinois Secretary of State, nickspaintinginc.com FAQ
Updated: 05-27-2026