Gerst Painting Inc. has served the Omaha metro area since 1977 with interior painting, exterior painting, cabinet refinishing, wallpaper installation and removal, drywall repair and light carpentry. Based in Elkhorn, the company operates with 30 full-time employees who work as dedicated in-house crews rather than subcontractors, serving residential and commercial clients throughout the greater Omaha region.
Project preparation at Gerst follows a consistent sequence. Pressure washing and caulking come first for exteriors. Interior projects begin with wall patching, crack repair and surface priming before any color goes on. Crew leads like Adrian, James, Jonathan, Paul and Jorge manage day-to-day quality on site while estimators Scott and Casey coordinate scheduling and scope with homeowners throughout each phase.
A dedicated color consultant, Julie, works with homeowners to match palettes to their vision before any brushstroke begins. Commercial clients across the metro count on Gerst for office repaints, warehouse coatings, and large-scale wallcovering projects. The team has earned Best of Omaha recognition for fifteen consecutive years and holds an A+ BBB rating with accreditation since 2010.
Updated: 06-17-2026
Reviewers frequently highlight thorough prep as a distinguishing factor. Tom Blocher described an exterior project where the house was pressure washed, primed and caulked before any paint was applied, with all windows and doors properly covered and taped. Nancy H praised the wall patching and surface prep on her interior project, noting the finish on trim and doors was flawless. The consistency of these details across different crews suggests company-wide prep standards rather than individual initiative.
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Multiple reviewers describe proactive communication from painters on the job. Tanner Maschka said Paul and Deb communicated every day and respected the household schedule. Mike Moore noted Paul was very thorough in explaining what his crew would be doing each day. Claire Eckhardt mentioned Tommy and James were willing to come back after the initial work to ensure white paint coverage met expectations. The pattern suggests crews are trained to keep homeowners informed rather than leaving them guessing.
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Cabinet work is one of the most-discussed services in reviews. Jennifer described a kitchen rescue where the team stepped in after a failed remodel, refinishing cabinets and an island to a stunning result. Sharon Jones had her kitchen island refreshed by Deb and Paul, who tented the area and ensured non-painted surfaces were fully protected. Linda Anderson praised Jorge for his amazing attention to detail on island, cabinet and bathroom work. The common thread is meticulous masking and protection of surrounding surfaces.
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Jennifer gave a detailed account of working with Julie, the color consultant, calling her a total expert who helped find the perfect palette and provided interior design advice beyond just paint selection. Cathy Glesmann described her painter testing a small area first to confirm the chosen color was correct before proceeding. The combination of a dedicated consultant for selection and on-site verification before full application gives homeowners two checkpoints before committing to a color.
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A notable share of reviewers mention prior work with the company. Rick Weisgerber said he has used Gerst in the past and was very pleased, hiring them again for walls and oak cabinet refinishing. Melissa Buman wrote that her family has used Gerst paint, stain and wallpaper services for several years and will continue with several projects yet to accomplish. SCOTT Vala mentioned using Gerst several times and being 100% satisfied each time. The repeat business pattern suggests consistent quality across visits.
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Two negative reviews in the data set involved driving incidents rather than workmanship. Jeremy Neasley reported a Gerst van running red lights, and the company responded with a sincere apology, acknowledged the seriousness, and stated they were addressing the matter internally. Rebecca Toma also reported a driving incident and later edited her review to note Gerst addressed the issue. The responses demonstrate accountability rather than defensiveness when facing criticism outside their core painting work.
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Wallpaper is a core Gerst service covering installation, removal and multiple material types. Gary Novak praised the stairwell and bathroom wallpaper hanging as stupendous workmanship. Dale Brasseur described Kory removing wallpaper without any wall damage and delivering a top notch painting job after. John Simon called Sean Duffy a master of his craft for removing wallpaper without a trace. The residential page lists borders, designer fabric, grass cloth, vinyl and writable wallcoverings among options.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Gerst Painting, Inc. holds NE Contractor Registration number 22962-25 with the Nebraska Department of Labor, active through November 1, 2026. The company is incorporated as a Domestic Corporation in Nebraska under SOS Account 10007018, filed November 1999, with status Active. Workers Compensation Certificate is on file. Casey Hansen is listed as President and Michael L. Gerst as President on the BBB profile.
-Verification Sources: NE Department of Labor, NE Secretary of State, BBB
Updated: 06-17-2026