Serving the United States and Canada, CertaPro Painters is the largest painting company in North America. Founded in 1992, the corporation provides residential, commercial, and specialty painting. In 2011, CertaPro received the Grand Prize from the Canadian Franchise Association for Excellence in Franchising. The company is also affiliated with the International Franchise Association.
CertaPro Painters currently has 320 franchises and offers new franchising opportunities to persons seeking business ownership. Without expensive overhead costs, franchise opportunities afford entrepreneurs with the prospect of growing their business over time rather than fronting large costs all at once. With a large stake in a $40 billion industry, CertaPro offers brand power and consultation services to all potential business owners. For new franchise owners, comprehensive training is available before and after the business is established, including annual conventions open to all franchisees. The company also provides a 10 percent discount on franchising fees to military veterans.
For residential and commercial painting projects, CertaPro supplies trained estimators, a fully staffed call center, and follow-up services after projects have been completed. Some painting services are covered under a 24-month warranty. CertaPro Painters provides a wide variety of brands to customers, including Sherwin Williams. All commercial and residential painting includes prep-work and thorough clean up.
Committed to community service, CertaPro Painters has supported many charitable causes. In October of 2010, the corporation sponsored the United States-based Lank Curling Team for the Women’s Championship in Denmark. Franchisees have also contributed to their communities. For example, owners of the Jefferson Valley, New York, franchise donated one percent of net sales to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Other owners have contributed to Habitat for Humanity projects.
