Our History

What began as a small painting business in 1982 has grown into one of North America’s most trusted painting companies. For more than 25 years in its current form, Elite Trade Painting has set the standard for quality and service in the painting industry, transforming spaces with our commitment to excellence.

From our beginnings as a small operation, we’ve expanded to locations across Canada—from Vancouver to Halifax—building our reputation on strong values, exceptional dedication to local homeowners and businesses, innovative technology, and proven systems. Our growth is built on a simple yet powerful philosophy: keep things simple, follow clear processes, and deliver exceptional consistent service and elite results—every time.

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Our Vision

To make our communities better by delivering superior value and transformative results for our customers, as well as exceptional employment opportunities for our team.

Our Mission

To build the most trusted network of painting professionals while consistently transforming properties, exceeding expectations, and strengthening the communities we serve.

Our Values

We Sweat the Details

We deliver premium quality with no exceptions. Every brushstroke matters. We protect and transform our customers’ most valuable assets through meticulous attention to the small things that make a big difference. When we say we deliver “exceptional results and elite service,” we mean it.

We Do the Job with Pride

We own every aspect of our work. We show up dressed as professionals, treat customer property with respect, and maintain our tools and equipment to the highest standards. Our reputation is built on each job we complete, and we sign our name to our work with pride.

We Value Our People

We hold the ladder for each other. Our team members are our greatest asset, and we’re committed to providing exceptional employment opportunities that allow everyone to grow. We build lasting relationships—with our team, our customers, and our communities—based on mutual respect and trust.

We Work Hard (and Smart). We Have Fun. And We Give Back.

We bring intensity and enthusiasm to every job—but always return home safely at the end of the day. We celebrate our successes, protect our well-being, and actively improve our communities through service—because our purpose extends beyond painting. We’re here to make a difference while taking care of ourselves and each other.

Our Promise to You

At Elite Trade Painting, we keep painting simple.

As dedicated and experienced professional painters, we know that our customers want an easy experience. Simple, clear processes are what make our system a success; we pride ourselves on being professional, providing timely appointments, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring prompt job starts and finishes.

When it comes to painting, we follow four basic rules:

  • Everything that should be painted is painted
  • Anything that should not be painted remains untouched
  • All lines are straight, and all surfaces are smooth
  • At the end of the job, we leave a clean site and a high-quality finish
And when you work with us, we promise to:

  • Provide clear, easy-to-understand, and accurate estimates
  • Provide references, insurance, and guarantee information with every quote
  • Have knowledgeable estimators to answer questions and provide advice
  • Always maintain clear and open communication throughout the job process
  • Deliver on-time service with timely quotes and on-time starts and completions
  • Organize jobs to minimize the disturbance to our clients’ daily routines
  • Take pride in keeping our job sites clean
  • Invoice our clients in a timely and easy-to-understand way

We follow these rules and procedures—every time— because we know our success isn’t just about paint. It’s built on professionalism, reliability, and service. From the moment our teams arrive at a property to quote until the final brush stroke is complete, we maintain the highest standards of quality and professionalism.

The Bottom Line? We’ve Got This.

From the first conversation to the final inspection, we do exactly what we promise. Quality work. Fair and honest pricing. Clear communication. Respect for your property. No mess, no stress, and nothing less than our very best. That’s why they call us Elite.

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