A Newburgh-based family business since 2014, 1st Patriot Enterprising LLC brings a veteran-owned perspective to residential and commercial painting across the Evansville tri-state area. Owner Joe Day leads the operation alongside co-owner Brandy Day, personally handling estimates and maintaining direct communication with customers throughout each project.
The company specializes in interior and exterior painting, cabinet refinishing, deck and fence staining, and commercial projects. Their crew members, including Mike, Kelby, Tyler, Jeff, Jeremy, and Michael, handle everything from single-room refreshes to whole-home transformations. One customer noted Joe used AI technology to generate exterior color samples, helping them "choose the color I wanted in probably 30 minutes."
The fully insured team serves Newburgh, Evansville, Henderson, Owensboro, and surrounding communities. 1st Patriot offers a one-year warranty on all painting projects and provides free estimates with flexible scheduling options.
Updated: 04-06-2026
Customers consistently praise Joe's responsiveness from first contact. One homeowner described the experience as seamless "from the first call" noting the team was "respectful, thorough, knowledgeable and quick." Joe personally visits homes for estimates and maintains communication throughout projects. Dave Austin emphasized they "communicate throughout the process" keeping customers informed at every stage.
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Named crew members appear frequently across reviews with specific praise. Sara Short noted "Mike and his crew did an amazing job" on her project. The team of Jeff, Jeremy, and Michael received recognition for being "extremely professional and efficient." Kathleen Hutchinson described her experience as one where the crew was "extremely professional and respectful" with work that "truly exceeded my expectations."
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Punctuality emerges as a consistent theme in customer feedback. Karen Pfettscher confirmed the crew was "always punctual" throughout her project. Robin Neighbors, whose home in Lincoln City was painted, reported they "completed our project within the timeframe given." Jessica Bittner described the overall experience as "timely and thorough" with a crew that delivered quality results.
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Joe Day employs innovative technology to simplify color selection. Janette Snedecor described how Joe "used AI to pull up my home and give me samples of different colors" for her exterior project. This visualization tool allowed her to "choose the color I wanted in probably 30 minutes" rather than struggling with traditional swatches. The hands-on consultation approach helps customers see results before committing.
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Reviews repeatedly mention the team's attention to cleanliness and organization. Dave Austin praised the crew as "efficient, neat and clean" throughout the project. One observer who witnessed the crew working noted they "left the place very well clean" calling them "definitely superior to every other painting company I ever seen." Yvonne Faulkenburg described her painters as "courteous and efficient" with a professional approach.
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Deck staining represents a specialty service with positive feedback across platforms. Steve Baine hired them for deck work and found the team "very professional and easy to work with" adding he would "highly recommend" them. Tiko Blane's deck staining project earned similar praise, and the company includes deck and fence services as a core offering alongside their painting work.
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First-time customers report positive experiences with the company's guidance. Anne Alexis, who noted this was her "first time ever hiring painters," appreciated the thorough approach to her project covering trim, walls, doors, ceilings, and kitchen cabinets. She specifically valued their "attention to detail" which helped ease concerns about the unfamiliar process. The team's communication style helps newcomers understand what to expect.
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Rudy Brake hired the company for a "large labor intensive project" and reported the work was "completed in a timely manner." When concerns arose during the project, Joe demonstrated "great open communication" to address issues. The "whole crew did an excellent job" according to Brake. This pattern of owner involvement and crew coordination allows them to scale effectively for demanding projects.
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Updated: 04-07-2026