Hillis Brothers Painting
Updated: 09-09-2025
About Hillis Brothers Painting
Hillis Brothers Painting is a Grand Rapids-based painting contractor founded by brothers Nate and Jon Hillis in 1992. With over 30 years of experience, the company has evolved from a small two-person team to a full-service restoration business operating multiple crews and serving hundreds of satisfied customers annually throughout West Michigan.
The company specializes in comprehensive residential and commercial painting services, including interior and exterior painting, cabinet refinishing, deck restoration, and surface preparation. They work with various surfaces including cedar, aluminum, vinyl, masonry, and metal, implementing the latest techniques using 100% acrylic latex, oil-based, and enamel paints to meet specific project requirements. Hillis Brothers maintains full licensing and insurance, holds BBB accreditation with an A+ rating since 2014, and provides two-year warranties on all deck projects.
Their service area encompasses numerous West Michigan communities including Grand Rapids, Cascade, Ada, Caledonia, East Grand Rapids, Byron Center, Hudsonville, Jenison, Zeeland, Grand Haven, Rockford, Walker, Comstock Park, and extends to Kalamazoo. The company's commitment to quality is reflected in their 5-star ratings across multiple platforms and their use of premium paints on professionally prepared surfaces to ensure lasting results.
Updated: 09-09-2025
What Customers Are Saying About Hillis Brothers Painting
Exceptional Professionalism and Attention to Detail
Customers consistently praise Hillis Brothers' meticulous approach and professional demeanor. Cindy Shellenbarger, whose home was built in the 1800s, shared that despite the historic property's imperfections, "Elijah and Madison... did a wonderful job." Neal Wilmore emphasized how "their crew was very detail oriented and spent a lot of time in prep work (sanding, caulking and taping) before starting the actual painting process." Joseph DeVinney noted the team was "incredibly professional, courteous, and efficient" and "respected our space, kept everything tidy, and completed the job in a timely manner."
Outstanding Deck Restoration and Transformation
The company's deck restoration services receive particularly enthusiastic reviews. Mary Kay Koff exclaimed that her "40yr old deck looks like new!" after Hillis Brothers' work. Ken Traxinger shared a comprehensive experience: "They also cleaned, sanded and stained the 20 year old deck around our pool. It also turned out beautiful." André Guimond noted that "Hillis Brothers did in 3 days what literally took us a month of Sundays to get done," praising their efficiency during "a record heat wave."
Superior Communication and Customer Service
Communication excellence defines the Hillis Brothers experience. Leslie Mack appreciated the "level of transparency throughout the process" and that she "loved that I could easily reach Harrison with questions as needed." Amanda Gordon emphasized that "communication was over and beyond great!" particularly noting how "Nathan came out to inspect to give us a quote he was thorough, precise and answered every question with knowledge and understanding."
Valuable Color Consultation Services
The company's complimentary color consultation service, provided by designer Alana, receives frequent acclaim. Kimberly Aleck noted that Alana "really cared about making the right selections," while Bob Berkhof shared that "Designer Alana was very helpful to us in selecting our paint colors." Multiple customers credit this service with achieving their vision, with Leslie Mack noting how it helped find "a new color for our downstairs that perfectly reflected the lakeshore vibe we were hoping for."
Long-term Customer Loyalty and Repeat Business
Many reviews demonstrate strong customer retention, with clients returning for multiple projects over years. Lori Greengard stated "We are repeat customers, and Charlie and AJ are part of that reason," while Colleen Weibel noted "This is the third time I've hired Hillis painters." Bill Alphenaar shared he's "used them multiple times over the years," and Peter French definitively stated: "Only company I would hire for my painting needs." This pattern of repeat business spanning decades speaks to consistent quality and service delivery.