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21 Years
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Your Trusted Painting Contractors in Westbrook, ME
Clarke Painting has established itself as a trusted name in the painting industry since its founding in 2005. Specializing in residential, commercial, and historic painting projects, we combine meticulous craftsmanship with comprehensive service offerings that include carpentry and property management. Our team, led by brothers Scott and Kurt Smith, brings decades of combined experience and a deep commitment to quality, having completed over 3,500 projects across Southern Maine. We prioritize clear communication, detailed project proposals, and timely execution while maintaining full insurance coverage and round-the-clock emergency support.Our expertise extends to restoring historic structures, delivering precision on large-scale commercial projects, and providing tailored property management solutions. With a client-centric approach and a focus on local partnerships, we ensure every project reflects our dedication to excellence and customer satisfaction.
Services
Residential Painting
Commercial Painting
Historic Painting
Carpentry Services
Property Management
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We have 20+ years of combined experience in residential and commercial painting.
- Our team has completed over 3,500 interior and exterior painting projects.
- We specialize in historic building restoration with meticulous attention to detail.
- We offer free estimates and transparent project proposals before any work begins.
- Our family-owned business combines personalized service with proven reliability.
What people say
Professional and courteous services
Completed projects on time
High-quality paint job
Accommodating price negotiations
Neat and thorough work
Services
Residential Painting
Clarke Painting delivers comprehensive residential painting solutions from single-door touch-ups to full-house exteriors. With over 3,500 completed projects since 2002, our process includes surface preparation, wood repair, priming, and premium paint application. We ensure minimal disruption to homeowners while maintaining meticulous attention to detail through 2-coat finishes and post-project cleanup.
Historic Restoration
Our historic preservation services specialize in restoring architectural integrity for protected structures. From the Robert Frost Farm in New Hampshire to Portland's Tate House museum, we employ traditional techniques like scarfed clapboard restoration and period-accurate finish matching. This service combines structural repair with historically-sensitive painting to preserve cultural landmarks for future generations.
Commercial Painting
Clarke Painting handles large-scale commercial projects including high-rise exteriors, industrial facilities, and institutional properties. Our expertise covers weatherproofing, masonry coatings, and marine-grade metal restoration within a 60-mile radius of Westbrook. We coordinate directly with contractors and municipalities to ensure compliance with commercial building standards while maintaining operational continuity for businesses.
Property Management
Our property management division provides comprehensive landlord services including tenant screening, 24-hour emergency response, and financial reporting. We handle maintenance coordination, vendor management, and lease administration while ensuring regulatory compliance. This service saves property owners 10-15 hours monthly through streamlined communication and proactive issue resolution.
Carpentry Services
Complementing our painting work, our carpentry services address structural issues during restoration projects. From replacing rotten wood to crafting custom trim profiles, we ensure surfaces are structurally sound before applying finishes. This integrated approach prevents future paint failures and maintains building integrity for both residential and historic properties.
People
Scott Smith
Sales & Marketing Manager
Scott Smith leads sales operations at Clarke Painting with 20+ years in the industry. A former franchise owner and top-performing insurance agent, he combines economic expertise with hands-on experience to drive client satisfaction. He graduated from Clark University in 2001 and manages client relationships from New Gloucester, Maine.
Kurt Smith
Production Manager
Kurt Smith oversees project execution as Production Manager, bringing 18 years of painting industry expertise. A Bates College economics graduate with multiple College Pro Painters awards, he ensures quality control across all projects. Based in Westbrook, Maine, he combines technical precision with operational efficiency for client projects.
Questions
What areas do you serve for painting projects?
We serve Southern Maine, including Portland, Cape Elizabeth, Falmouth, and surrounding communities for residential, commercial, and historic projects.
Do you handle both interior and exterior painting?
Yes, we specialize in both interior and exterior painting for homes, businesses, and historic structures across diverse substrates.
How do you ensure quality historic preservation work?
Our team uses specialized techniques like scarfed clapboard restoration and historic trim profiling to maintain architectural integrity while delivering durable finishes.
Can you handle property management services alongside painting?
Yes, we offer comprehensive property management including tenant screening, maintenance coordination, and financial reporting as part of our service packages.
Is emergency painting or repair service available?
We provide 24-hour emergency contact and response for critical painting or structural maintenance issues affecting properties.
Do you work with commercial property managers?
Yes, we partner with local property management companies for large-scale condo associations, commercial buildings, and multi-unit properties up to 80+ units.
