Martin Correa Lopez and his crew at Correas Painting Corp walk homeowners through a process that begins with a same-day quote and ends with floors mopped and furniture back in place. Based in West Chicago and serving Chicagoland, the family-owned team handles interior and exterior residential painting, cabinet refinishing, deck staining, and drywall repair across DuPage County and surrounding suburbs.
Crew members remove their shoes, drape plastic sheeting with confinement poles, and sand with dust containment in mind before the first coat goes on. Once the work wraps, they clean up with care that multiple customers say leaves homes looking better than before the project started.
Repeat clients make up a notable share of the customer base, returning for second and third projects after seeing how the team handles everything from century-old barn exteriors to kitchen cabinet transformations. Fully licensed and insured, Correas Painting has served the greater Chicago area for over a decade, building trust one carefully taped edge at a time.
Updated: 06-09-2026
The crew begins each project by covering furniture and floors with fresh plastic sheeting, using confinement poles to create sealed work zones. Ken Woodruff described how they removed their shoes, took their time to prep the rooms with plastic and tape, even using confinement poles to hang the plastic to prevent dust migration. Walls and ceilings are sanded, patched, and primed before any paint is applied, and the team addresses underlying issues such as old drywall damage before moving to finishing coats.
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Drywall repair is frequently bundled with painting projects. Mark Reinecke shared that his dining room and bedroom needed a significant amount of drywall repair and that the finished walls are very smooth and show no signs of any patching or repair. Morgan Abate also noted the crew repaired drywall where electrical work had been done, while Thomas Leonard hired them for drywall patch and paint after a plumbing leak.
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Cleanup is a consistent highlight in customer feedback. The crew leaves the workspace cleaner than they found it, mopping hardwood floors and removing all protective coverings before leaving. Ken Woodruff noted that when the team finished, they even mopped our hardwood floors. Rachelle Kienlen confirmed there was not a single paint drop anywhere on floor because the crew tapes and tarps thoroughly.
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Cabinet projects receive some of the most enthusiastic feedback. Salinas Outdoor Living said the finish completely transformed our kitchen and that the team ensured the work area was spotless when they were done. Brenda Vargas described how the team painted her entire home including kitchen cabinets and even helped select the color combination. Greg Widerski, a repeat client, praised the cabinet and trim renovation completed after new flooring was installed.
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The team handles everything from suburban homes to large agricultural structures. Patrick Harper hired them for a 100+ year old barn that was completed in under three days. Karen Mack noted the exterior work was so good she brought them back for interior painting the following year. Ray Ellingsen described a two-story home project covering woodwork, doors, gutters, and downspouts with thorough surface prep.
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A significant number of customers return for follow-up projects. Greg Widerski mentioned using the company for several years for many projects inside and outside his home. Karen Mack hired the team for interior work after a successful exterior project the prior year. Linda Wallace called them our painters after both interior and exterior jobs. R T committed to hiring them again for a stairwell and bedroom remodel after the initial rooms were completed.
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The process starts with a responsive quote, often delivered the same day or next day. Customers describe Martin as communicative, honest, and upfront about pricing. Craig M. on Yelp noted the team was prompt, professional, courteous, and considerate across both exterior and interior projects. The company website offers a free quote form, and the phone line at (630) 808-0654 connects directly to the team.
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Correa's Painting Corp. is registered as a domestic corporation with the Illinois Secretary of State (File Number 74288073, status ACTIVE, incorporated 6-16-2023). Illinois does not require a state-level painting contractor license, though individual municipalities may have their own registration requirements. The business agent is Martin Correa Lopez at 817 Bishop St, West Chicago, IL 60185.
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Updated: 06-09-2026