That 1 Painter Michiana
About That 1 Painter Michiana
When Goshen homeowner Megan received her finished brick exterior with Romabio Masonry Flat, she described her property as "the bougiest house on the block." This transformation represents the kind of bold, distinctive work owner Justin Stecz delivers across Northwest Indiana. Justin personally conducts estimates, oversees projects, and regularly checks in with clients throughout the painting process.
That 1 Painter Michiana is a franchise location of the national That 1 Painter brand, which has operated since 2011. The Michiana location launched in 2024 and serves communities from Valparaiso to Elkhart. The team handles interior and exterior painting, brick painting with limewash and mineral finishes, cabinet painting, deck and fence staining, drywall repair, popcorn ceiling removal, and pressure washing.
The fully insured team backs all work with a three-year transferable warranty and is EPA RRP lead-safe certified for work on homes built before 1978. They use premium paints from Sherwin-Williams, Benjamin Moore, Behr, and Romabio.
Updated: 02-02-2026
Q&A Based On What Customers Are Saying About That 1 Painter Michiana
Q: Does That 1 Painter Michiana leave job sites clean after completing work?
Customers consistently highlight cleanup quality. Christine noted the crew "cleaned up everything thoroughly" while Kevin mentioned "no mess left behind" after his trellis staining. Lorri described the team as "very tidy" throughout the entire painting process. This cleanup approach connects to their "best house guest ever" philosophy, with crews preparing surfaces properly and leaving spaces pristine.
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Q: How involved is owner Justin in That 1 Painter Michiana projects?
Justin maintains direct involvement from estimate through completion. Keli praised how "Justin stayed actively involved throughout the project, regularly checking in to monitor progress and ensure quality work." Kate called him "clearly and honestly" communicative at every step. Ashley appreciated his flexibility in scheduling and his responsiveness during her blue-tape walkthrough of four bedrooms requiring extensive drywall repair.
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Q: Does That 1 Painter Michiana handle challenging drywall and prep work?
The team addresses extensive preparation needs across various projects. Ashley, who described herself as "terribly Type A," needed "loads of drywall repair and detailed prep" for her 1985 home remodel. The crew completed the work to her exacting standards, with rooms that "now look brand new." Scott confirmed quality ceiling patching work, and Chris praised their basement drywall repair alongside painting.
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Q: What happened with the negative review about That 1 Painter Michiana's two-week project timeline?
Lauren expressed frustration with a project that took over two weeks and required multiple return visits. Owner Justin responded professionally, acknowledging the situation and leaving the offer open to return and fix the three items referenced in her photos. The response showed accountability rather than defensiveness, stating they "appreciate your feedback and will use it to improve our services."
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Q: Does That 1 Painter Michiana work on specialty exterior finishes like brick painting?
The team offers distinctive brick transformations using Romabio products. Megan's Goshen home became "the first home in Goshen (that we know of) with Romabio Masonry Flat on the brick" according to Justin's response. Sanjeev shared photos of his completed brick project and praised Andrew and the team for being "very responsive and trustworthy" with "highly skilled" labor throughout the process.
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Q: How does That 1 Painter Michiana handle schedule changes and timing flexibility?
The team accommodates shifting client timelines without issue. Laney appreciated how "they were able to get the job done quickly and were so accommodating when we needed to adjust our timing." Don confirmed they were "very accommodating to several schedule changes" on his hall, bathroom, and deck staining project. This flexibility extends to working Saturdays when weekday scheduling proves difficult.
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Q: Who are the crew members customers mention at That 1 Painter Michiana?
Reviews highlight several team members by name. Andy receives praise from multiple customers, with Joe calling him "nothing short of remarkable" and noting his immediate response to calls and texts. Maria earned recognition from Nenita for being "extremely professional and pleasant" with "very detailed and neat" work. Brandon, Don, and Donny impressed Deb with thorough communication and crisp paint lines.
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Q: Does That 1 Painter Michiana offer color consultation services?
Yes, the team helps customers navigate color decisions. Jamie "loved having the colorist come and turn my vision into my new home." Courtney noted during her estimate experience that the team was "super knowledgeable about paint trends and colors which other companies I called were not." Justin personally guides color selection for customers unsure about their choices.
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Updated: 02-02-2026