University Painters

Business Details

42 Years

experience

Professional Painting Services in Ottawa

Since 1984, University Painters has provided Ottawa and surrounding areas with professional interior and exterior painting services. As a family-owned business, we combine over four decades of experience with a commitment to quality workmanship and customer satisfaction. Our team specializes in residential and commercial projects, offering comprehensive services including surface preparation, eco-friendly product application, and year-round painting solutions.

With a proven track record serving major clients like the National Gallery of Canada and Ottawa Community Housing, we maintain a strong focus on safety, ethical business practices, and environmental responsibility. Our 2-year written guarantee and $5 million liability insurance reflect our confidence in delivering flawless results that exceed client expectations.

Services

Residential Painting Commercial Painting Interior Painting Exterior Painting Eco-Friendly Products

Details

Year established: 1984

Highlights and features

40 years of local painting expertise since 1984
Eco-friendly low VOC product specialists
Free on-site estimates with detailed job descriptions
2-year written satisfaction guarantee
Better Business Bureau honor roll member

Associations and certifications

Better Business Bureau

What people say

Award-winning service Eco-friendly products 2-year guarantee Professional team Free estimates

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Services

Residential Painting

We specialize in complete residential painting solutions for single rooms to entire homes. Our professional painters use premium quality materials and proper techniques to ensure lasting results. From color consultation to final cleanup, we handle every detail while maintaining a safe work environment. Our winter special offers 20-30% discounts for interior projects during January-April.

Commercial Painting

Our commercial painting services transform office spaces and business environments with professional results. We work closely with clients to create customized color schemes that enhance brand identity and workspace aesthetics. Our team accommodates business hours to minimize disruption while delivering high-quality finishes that improve property value and professional appearance.

Interior Painting

We provide comprehensive interior painting services for walls, ceilings, trim, and specialty surfaces. Our process includes furniture protection, surface preparation, and meticulous application techniques. We offer winter discounts of 20-30% for residential interior projects and use low VOC eco-friendly paints that meet strict environmental standards while maintaining durability.

Exterior Painting

Our exterior painting services protect and enhance building exteriors using premium weather-resistant paints. We follow specialized preparation protocols including pressure washing and surface repairs to ensure long-lasting results. Our team provides maintenance tips for preserving paint quality and offers free consultations to assess project requirements and recommend appropriate coating systems.

Eco-Friendly Products

We prioritize environmental responsibility through our use of low VOC (volatile organic compound) paints and eco-conscious practices. Our eco-friendly products maintain superior quality while reducing indoor air pollution and environmental impact. This sustainable approach meets modern environmental standards without compromising on durability or finish quality for both residential and commercial applications.

People

James Cleary

Owner

Founder of University Painters since 1984, James Cleary has grown the business from a summer venture to a million-dollar operation. With a B.A. in law from Carleton University, he brings legal expertise and business acumen to ensure proper contracts and client protection.

Jimmy Cleary

General Manager

Son of the founder and future owner, Jimmy Cleary graduated with a B.A. in economics from Ottawa University. He brings extensive construction experience and management skills, having worked with Parks Canada and received multiple lifesaving awards for community service.

Will Grace

Project Manager

Joining the team in 2021, Will Grace brings five years of sales experience from Best Buy and government technology expertise. He specializes in accurate project estimating and client consultation, ensuring clear communication and satisfaction throughout the painting process.

Questions

What areas do you service?

We serve Ottawa Center, East, West, South, Kanata, Stittsville, Manotick, and Barrhaven for both residential and commercial painting projects.

Do you offer eco-friendly painting options?

Yes, we use low VOC products for all projects and can accommodate specific eco-friendly paint requests while maintaining quality and durability.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept major credit cards, bank transfers, and cash payments. Payment terms are flexible with no upfront costs required before project completion.

Do you provide free estimates?

Yes, we offer free on-site estimates with detailed written job descriptions. Our team provides accurate cost assessments during personalized consultations.

Are you insured?

We maintain $5,000,000 commercial liability insurance and full WSIB coverage for complete client protection and peace of mind.

What is your winter special pricing?

Our winter special offers 20-30% discounts for residential interior painting projects completed between January and April each year.

Reviews (5)

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Chris Halford

Jan 27, 2022 Report

We had University Painters paint our downstairs hallways and upstairs landing which involved painting a two-story open section about 15 feet high. In three days Fabio did some crack filling and other gyproc fix ups, primed everything that needed priming and put on two coats on walls, ceiling, trim and doors (7 of them). Fabio also was unfailingly positive, friendly and helpful - we're super-happy.

University Painters had also recommended Denis Kasprowicz of Oasis Building Services to modify the hall closet for us, replacing floor to ceiling sliding doors with by-folds. Denis was also super to work

Shelly Samson

Jan 19, 2022 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
We are thrilled with the finished product of the painting of our main floor( with very tall walls) and upper hallway by Fabio. He was efficient, professional, tidy, kind and made sure everything was finished to perfection. I would highly recommend him and would certainly have him come again whenever we need painting done.
Service:Interior painting

Jesse B.

Dec 22, 2021 Report

Positive:Professionalism
First time using a professional painting company and it did not disappoint. Ray did an excellent job on painting my entire house. He knows his craft too well. Extremely fast and efficient. Would recommend him to anyone looking to get their house painted.
Service:Interior painting

Bob Griffin

Nov 22, 2021 Report

I had several rooms and hallways painted and am very pleased by the resulting work. The painter, Ray Larente, was very competent, worked steadily, paid attention to detail and exhibited strong professionalism
Service:Interior painting

MeredithH

Sep 03, 2021 Report

Fantastic service from University painters. Gilles was our painter for painting a tall interior stairwell and hallways, and was quick, clean, professional and did an incredible job in record time. All of the University painters team were very responsive and focused on getting our job scheduled and completed on time, and they were very attentive to our requests. Overall, strongly recommend this great team.