How to Choose the Right Commercial Painting Contractor for Your Building

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Your commercial property tells a story about your brand, and paint is the first thing people see. From office complex to retail plaza to industrial building, choosing a commercial painting contractor is a risky decision.

Not all painters are equipped to manage large commercial projects with tight deadlines and regulatory compliance.

Here’s what to look for in a contractor—and why MGP Painting Checks Every Box.

1. Understand Your Project Scope

Before hiring, define your needs:

• Is it interior, exterior, or both?
• Occupied space or empty?
• Retail, corporate, warehouse, or hospitality?

For example:

• You might need commercial exterior painting contractors to repaint a multi-level façade during off-hours.
• Or professional commercial painters for low-VOC interior jobs in an operating medical facility.

Knowing your requirements narrows down who’s qualified.

2. Look for Industry-Specific Experience

Don’t hire someone who only paints houses.

Choose from commercial painting companies with:

• Portfolio examples similar to your project
• Experience with your building material (stucco, metal, brick, concrete, EIFS)
• Familiarity with permits, OSHA regulations, and staging around tenants

MGP Painting has completed exterior projects for shopping centers, warehouses, and municipal buildings in Rockland and Bergen Counties. View our gallery to explore real examples of our commercial work and see the quality for yourself.

3. Ask for Detailed Proposals

Avoid vague estimates. A real professional provides:

• Itemized surface preparation details
• Type/brand of paints used
• Number of coats, square footage covered
• Timeline and access requirements
• Warranty terms

We provide written scopes of work, transparent pricing, and a 100% satisfaction guarantee.

4. Check Reviews, Licensing & Insurance

Never skip this part:

• Verify commercial license & liability coverage
• Ask for COI (Certificate of Insurance)
• Read reviews on Google or industry platforms
• Look for repeat clients in testimonials (View our client testimonials here )

MGP is fully licensed, insured, and vetted by multiple property management firms.

5. Evaluate Communication & Professionalism

Red flags:

• Missed calls
• Unclear timelines
• No written warranty
• A crew that doesn’t arrive in uniform

Green flags:

• Dedicated project manager
• Safety-first team culture
• Daily progress updates

From estimate to clean-up, our team is punctual, polite, and project-focused. If professionalism matters to you, request an estimate today and experience the difference in how we communicate and deliver every step of the way.

BONUS: What Sets MGP Apart?

• OSHA-trained commercial crews
• After-hours scheduling available
• Durable coatings from Sherwin-Williams and Benjamin Moore
• Custom maintenance plans for recurring repainting cycles
• Trusted across Rockland, Orange, Bergen, and Westchester Counties.

Ready to Hire the Right Commercial Painting Partner?

Choosing a painting contractor is about far more than just price —it’s about trust, experience, reputation, and accountability.

Contact MGP Painting to schedule your on-site evaluation and detailed proposal today.

We’re the professional commercial painters who understand your building’s needs—inside and out.

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