Cinric Painting reads like a painting contractor, yet the work customers describe stretches well beyond a coat of paint. Run by Rick and Cindy Mulkins out of Pawnee, the company is a third generation family trade that began with Rick's grandfather in Springfield decades earlier. Homeowners across the Springfield area hire the crew for interior and exterior painting, kitchen cabinet refinishing, finish carpentry, trim and crown molding, wallpaper, deck refinishing, and full remodeling.
What surfaces again and again in the accounts is the people. Painter Ava draws repeated praise for meticulous prep and clean lines, while office coordinator Courtney keeps schedules and updates flowing. Rick brings a design background that homeowners lean on when colors and layout feel uncertain, and his father Rick Sr. still works alongside the team.
The picture that emerges is a small shop reputation built on craftsmanship, steady communication, and a family that treats clients like neighbors. Repeat projects and word of mouth referrals run through the reviews, with many customers returning for a second and third job.
Updated: 05-29-2026
Ava draws standout praise across reviews. Sheppard Kelly called the work by "Ava and Matt" the best in their experience, noting prep, painting, and cleanup were exemplary. Rebecca Keck said Ava was "incredibly skilled, detail-oriented, tidy, professional, and friendly." Laura Soehnlin described Ava as "incredibly meticulous," tackling a 20 ft great room wall with great precision.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Cabinet work is a signature offering. Morgan Theilen described a large project covering "our kitchen cabinets, two bathrooms, laundry room, and our high walls," finished in a few weeks. She added that the crew was "easy to communicate with and answered any questions we had," and that the workers were friendly and kind throughout the job.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Communication comes up repeatedly, often tied to coordinator Courtney. Brian Caughlan wrote that "Courtney kept us up to date on the schedule and other details," with painters arriving early to set up. Stacy Wood said she was "kept up to date with every aspect" of the project, from the first meeting to the final detail, and the process felt stress free.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Several reviews describe whole-home scope. MayeBeth Hadfield hired the team to "paint the entire interior, lay new flooring, install new floor and door trim, and totally remodel the master bath," later adding an AZEK deck. Stacy Wood said they did "painting, floors, backsplash, vanity, installing ceiling fans and lights, and the list goes on."
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Rick's design input surfaces in several reviews. Pat b gave him an idea and "full autonomy," then was impressed with the "creativity, craftsmanship, and paint color." J. Potter credited Rick with advice to move a TV over the fireplace and pick a darker kitchen color. Adrielle Chizmar noted colors that "look exactly as expected."
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Exterior work earns strong feedback. Donna Hogan said painter Ian did "an awesome job painting my house of 3100 sq feet of brick," keeping her informed throughout. Ashley Rahar's crew finished a multi-level exterior in three days, and Steve Burch praised the detail on window trim and wrought iron, calling the result better than any in over two decades.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Prep and cleanup are a recurring theme. Adrielle Chizmar said the team took time to "properly prep the space, protect furniture and flooring," then left everything spotless. Laura Soehnlin noted Ava "spent a great deal of time prepping and sanding the walls." Kathleen Kuethe added that the painters handled "cleanup at the end of each day."
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Illinois does not require a state license to work as a painting contractor, and the Village of Pawnee has no local painting license requirement, so no state license number applies. Cinric Painting operates as a registered Illinois business based in Pawnee. Customers can confirm the company's standing through the Illinois Secretary of State business entity search.
-Verification Sources: Illinois Secretary of State, Illinois professional licensing requirements
Updated: 05-29-2026