“Tech Painting Co.’s longevity is measured not just in years, but in homes cared for, trust earned and relationships built over time.”
Forty years ago, Scott Burr and Jim Nicolson started Tech Painting Co. in Washington, D.C., shortly after graduating from college. What began as a small, hands-on operation was rooted in a simple idea: deliver outstanding craftsmanship and a positive experience built on trust.
In the early days, Scott and Jim were on jobsites themselves, working in neighborhoods throughout Washington, D.C., and Northern Virginia. They got to know homeowners one conversation at a time, listening closely and earning confidence through their work. Business grew organically through word of mouth, with neighbors recommending Tech Painting Co. to neighbors, families calling back years later and homeowners passing along a name they trusted.
Homes are deeply personal and knowing how to work within them with care and respect has always been essential. That perspective shaped the company’s approach and helped build relationships that have lasted for decades. As the years passed, neighborhoods evolved, families grew and homes changed hands. Through it all, Tech Painting Co. remained a familiar presence, adapting to changing styles and needs while holding to the values it was built on. The company expanded, bringing in skilled craftspeople who shared respect for homes and the people who live in them.
Today, four decades later, Tech Painting continues to serve the communities that supported it from the start. Its longevity is measured not just in years, but in homes cared for, trust earned and relationships built over time. Standing the test of time means honoring homes and community, together always.