Business Details
31 Years
experience
Your Trusted Minneapolis Painting Contractor Since 1995
Since 1995, Varsity Painters has established itself as a trusted Minneapolis painting contractor serving the Twin Cities metro area. Our commitment to quality service and products is unwavering, with owners Joe Perry and Steve Melander personally overseeing every project. With over 50 combined years of industry experience, we provide comprehensive color consultations and tailored solutions for interior, exterior, and commercial painting needs. Our work has been featured in prestigious events like the Parade of Homes and Better Homes & Gardens, with multiple award-winning projects to our name.We maintain rigorous safety standards through regular Toolbox Talks and employ a professional team of full-time painters dedicated to meticulous preparation and execution. As a locally-owned business, we prioritize community involvement through school fundraisers and historic restoration projects like the Lake Harriet Bandshell. Our partnerships with Sherwin Williams and Hirschfields ensure access to premium paints and materials for every project.
Services
Interior Painting
Exterior Painting
Commercial Painting
Color Consultation
Pressure Washing
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- Owners with 50+ combined years of experience oversee every project
- Comprehensive color consultations with paint selection expertise
- Professional team of full-time painters with daily crew supervision
- Daily jobsite cleanup and safety-focused work practices
- Uses premium Sherwin Williams and Hirschfields paints for durability
Associations and certifications
- EPA Lead Paint Certified
- MN Pollution Control Approved
- Hennepin County Certified
What people say
Attention to detail
Excellent advice
Prompt service
Professional crew
Amazing results
Services
Interior Painting
Our interior painting service transforms living spaces with meticulous preparation and premium finishes. We handle cabinet updates, popcorn ceiling removal, and complete room makeovers while accommodating homeowners' daily needs during projects. Clients receive personalized color guidance to achieve desired aesthetics, with careful protection of furniture and flooring throughout the process. Our team completes most interior jobs in a single day while maintaining strict quality standards.
Exterior Painting
Exterior painting services focus on durability and curb appeal enhancement. We assess sun exposure, architectural style, and neighborhood aesthetics to recommend optimal color schemes. The process includes pressure cleaning, surface preparation, and application of weather-resistant coatings. Our crews complete typical home exteriors in three days while maintaining property cleanliness and addressing unique challenges like trim detailing and ledger board painting.
Commercial Painting
Commercial painting solutions cater to diverse business needs from restaurants to educational institutions. We coordinate work schedules to minimize operational disruption while delivering consistent, high-quality results. Our portfolio includes large-scale projects for townhome associations and commercial developments, using commercial-grade materials that balance aesthetics with long-term performance requirements.
Color Consultation
Personalized color consultation services help clients choose optimal paint schemes for both interior and exterior spaces. Owners Joe and Steve provide expert guidance on coordinating colors with existing architectural elements and neighborhood aesthetics. This service includes on-site evaluations to demonstrate how natural light affects color choices throughout the day.
Pressure Washing
Pressure washing prepares surfaces for painting while enhancing property appearance. Our technicians adjust pressure levels according to surface type to safely remove dirt, mildew, and old paint residue. This service extends the longevity of new paint applications by creating optimal surface adhesion while maintaining surrounding landscaping integrity.
People
Joe Perry
Co-Owner
With over 30 years in the painting industry, Joe Perry co-founded Varsity Painters in 1995. He personally conducts project evaluations and provides expert color advice, combining technical knowledge with practical solutions for residential and commercial clients.
Steve Melander
Co-Owner
Steve Melander brings 30+ years of painting expertise to Varsity Painters as co-owner. He specializes in project planning and client consultation, ensuring each job meets strict quality standards while delivering exceptional value to property owners across the Twin Cities.
Questions
What painting services do you offer?
We provide interior painting, exterior painting, commercial painting, color consultation, and surface preparation services for residential and business clients in the Twin Cities area.
How does your painting process work?
Our process starts with a free evaluation by one of our owners, followed by personalized color consultation, firm pricing, and professional execution with daily cleanup and quality control checks.
Why choose Varsity Painters over competitors?
We offer owner-led projects, professional crews with daily supervision, premium paint products, comprehensive color guidance, and a proven track record with award-winning work since 1995.
What areas do you service?
We serve Minneapolis, St. Paul, and surrounding suburbs including Plymouth, Edina, Bloomington, Wayzata, and Woodbury across the Twin Cities metro area.
Do you offer warranties on your work?
Yes, we guarantee our work and will promptly address any paint failures covered under warranty, demonstrating our confidence in the quality of our materials and application.
How are project costs determined?
Costs are based on project scope, materials selected, and surface preparation requirements. We provide firm quotes after evaluating your specific needs rather than unreliable estimates.
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