Homeowners across the Omaha metro start their painting projects with a free estimate visit from CertaPro Painters of Omaha, NE. A dedicated color consultant walks through each room, suggests finishes, and presents options that fit the budget without pressure. The Esser family has run this franchise for over 25 years, building a team of named crew leads who show up on time and protect floors, furniture, and landscaping before any prep begins.
Once work starts, a project manager keeps homeowners updated through calls and texts at every milestone. Crews handle interior rooms, exterior siding, kitchen cabinets, and commercial spaces from offices to places of worship. Cleanup is part of the promise and crews leave behind nothing but fresh walls and satisfied neighbors. EPA Lead-Safe Certified and registered with the Nebraska Department of Labor, the team pairs franchise-level training with the accountability of a locally owned operation serving Bellevue, Elkhorn, Gretna, Papillion, and surrounding communities.
Updated: 06-17-2026
The process begins with a phone call to schedule a free in-home estimate. Customers describe how consultants like Mandy arrive and walk through each space, helping choose colors and presenting multiple pricing options. After scheduling, a project manager sends daily updates. On paint day, crews prep surfaces, protect furniture, and work room by room. After the final coat dries, the project manager returns for a walkthrough and addresses any touch-up spots on the spot. "Mandy was very helpful in choosing paint colors and providing sample for flooring selection" and "Shannon communicated with us daily and addressed all of our questions with kindness and transparency."
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Crews assess each surface type before starting and recommend appropriate finishes. Dale Barnes described how his estimator recommended flat finish for the stucco front and satin for the sides and back. Power washing happens a few days before painting, and the team works around existing features like newly stained decks. Foremen visit the site multiple times to ensure quality across different substrates. "She recommended flat finish for the front and satin finish for the sides and back" and "They were careful not to get paint on the newly stained deck."
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
The team has a documented callback process. Becky Bailey described texting her consultant Amanda about areas of concern and having someone out within 24 hours to fix them. Mark Rowel noted minor areas needing repainting after his job was complete, and Joel came out to fix them right away. For the negative review involving quality complaints, the owner responded publicly with an invitation to walk through the areas and determine next steps. "I texted our consultant Amanda and someone was out within 24 hours to fix the areas" and "Joel came out to fix them right away."
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Mandy and Amanda serve as color consultants and estimators, visiting homes to discuss projects and bring samples. Shannon and Nikki coordinate scheduling and daily communication. Joel serves as project manager, conducting walkthroughs and handling post-project touch-ups. Jarrod oversees operations and conducts pre-paint walkthroughs. Rafael and Fran lead painting crews on residential projects, and Jodie W. leads exterior crews with attention to fine details. "Everyone we interacted with was friendly, helpful, and on-time" from a customer describing the full team experience.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
A significant number of reviewers identify themselves as returning clients. Erin Cox called her family repeat customers who had their last home painted too. Brian White mentioned using CertaPro for several projects both indoors and out. Rebecca Wakefield detailed having the entire inside, all kitchen and laundry cabinets, and the outside of her home done across multiple visits. Fatima Larson noted her third time using the company. "This is the second time we've used CertaPro" and "I've used CertaPro twice to paint the exterior of my home and hired them this winter to paint inside."
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
The commercial division handles a wide range of property types across the Omaha metro. Their website lists dedicated pages for offices, retail stores, restaurants, religious facilities, assisted living facilities, medical offices, and property management projects. Cara Woosley, who works with association communities, praised the team for delivering beautiful results across multiple neighborhoods and providing guidance on color selection and pre-paint repairs. "CertaPro takes great care of our association communities and consistently delivers beautiful results."
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
The company operates under the legal entity Esser Painting, Inc., a Domestic Corporation registered with the Nebraska Secretary of State as an active entity. The business holds Nebraska Department of Labor Contractor Registration No. 24667-26, valid through February 2027, with Workers Compensation coverage on file. The team is also an EPA Lead-Safe Certified firm, verified through the BBB business profile.
-Verification Sources: NE Dept of Labor, NE Secretary of State, BBB
Updated: 06-17-2026