Business Details
43 Years
experience
Your Trusted Jacksonville Painting Contractor Since 1983
Established in 1983, Watergate Painting is a family-owned, minority-classified business that has served Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia for over 40 years. Our owners are actively involved in every project, ensuring adherence to the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship. Specializing in residential, commercial, and industrial painting services, we leverage decades of hands-on experience and partnerships with industry leaders like Benjamin Moore to deliver durable, aesthetically superior results.Our team prioritizes safety, precision, and customer satisfaction, offering solutions that range from interior/exterior residential painting to specialized epoxy floor coatings for commercial facilities. With a proven track record in complex projects such as structural steel painting and large-scale industrial coatings, we combine technical expertise with personalized service to protect and enhance our clients' investments.
Services
Residential Painting
Commercial Painting
Epoxy Floor Coatings
Industrial Painting
Drywall Repairs
Mildew Control
Garage Floor Coating
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- Our owners have 39+ years of hands-on experience in residential and commercial painting.
- We guarantee quality results through proprietary industrial coating methods developed with Benjamin Moore.
- Family-led projects ensure personalized attention and strict quality control from start to finish.
- Certified minority-owned business with a proven track record in complex industrial projects.
- Comprehensive service portfolio covering structural steel, epoxy floors, and mildew-resistant coatings.
Associations and certifications
- Benjamin Moore & Company Industrial Line Developer
What people say
Best contractors I've worked with
Excellent quality and durability
Top-notch safety practices
Experts in industrial coatings
Transformed our plant efficiently
Services
Residential Painting
Transform interior and exterior spaces with premium coatings that protect against moisture, allergens, and UV damage. Our family-led team ensures meticulous preparation, drywall repair, and application of durable, low-VOC paints for healthier living environments while enhancing property value through expert color consultation.
Commercial Painting
Revitalize warehouses, offices, and industrial facilities with color-coded safety systems and long-lasting architectural coatings. We specialize in non-disruptive scheduling, OSHA-compliant safety protocols, and high-traffic area solutions like anti-slip floor coatings that withstand heavy equipment usage in manufacturing plants and distribution centers.
Epoxy Floor Coatings
Apply industrial-grade epoxy systems that resist chemicals, abrasion, and impact on concrete surfaces. Our three-step preparation process ensures permanent adhesion, while customizable flake finishes and UV-stable topcoats provide both functional protection and aesthetic appeal for residential garages and commercial warehouses.
Drywall Repairs
Restore structural integrity and smooth finishes to walls with hole patching, crack sealing, and texture matching. Our technicians use multi-phase sanding and specialized compounds to create seamless surfaces ready for painting, preventing future damage from humidity and daily wear in high-traffic residential and commercial spaces.
Mildew Control
Implement anti-microbial coating systems that prevent fungal growth in humid environments. Our solution includes surface testing, HEPA vacuuming, and application of EPA-registered fungicides followed by mildew-resistant paints, creating protective barriers in bathrooms, kitchens, and commercial kitchens while maintaining paint durability.
People
David Tillem
Owner
With 39+ years of experience, David developed Benjamin Moore's industrial line. Specializes in structural steel projects like the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. Oversees technical execution and coating specifications for complex industrial contracts.
Darlene Tillem
President
39-year industry veteran and Florida-certified minority business owner. Manages operations and client relations since 2000. Ensures administrative excellence through systematized project tracking and quality control protocols for all residential and commercial jobs.
Questions
Do you offer both residential and commercial painting services?
Yes, we specialize in both residential interior/exterior painting and commercial projects like warehouses, offices, and industrial facilities.
How long has Watergate Painting been in business?
We've served Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia since 1983, providing over 40 years of coating expertise.
What differentiates Watergate from other painting contractors?
Our owners have direct experience with large-scale projects like bridge painting and developed industry methods with Benjamin Moore. We combine technical knowledge with personalized service.
Do you provide warranties for your work?
Yes, we offer a comprehensive warranty program covering material defects and workmanship for all our painting and coating applications.
Can you handle specialized coating requirements?
Our expertise includes industrial coatings, anti-slip flooring, mildew-resistant paints, and color-coded safety systems for commercial environments.
