Delafield-Based • Serving Southeast Wisconsin Since 2003

Interior & Exterior Painting for Greater Milwaukee

Interior, exterior and cabinet painting from a Delafield-based team serving Waukesha County, Lake Country and Greater Milwaukee.

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2003Established
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Local Painting Professionals

Trusted Local Painters Since 2003 — Every Detail Counts.

Empire Painting is a Delafield-based, owner-led painting company serving homeowners across Waukesha County, Lake Country, Greater Milwaukee and nearby Southeast Wisconsin communities.

Our team handles exterior house painting, interior painting and cabinet painting with detailed preparation, clear project communication and professional workmanship. Homeowners receive a clear written scope, no deposit is required, and qualifying residential work is backed by a 3-year written warranty.

Owner Dan Brooks and the local Empire team stay focused on the details that make a painting project easier to plan and better to live with when it is complete.

Dan Brooks of Empire Painting speaking with a homeowner during a painting project
Dan Brooks • Owner of Empire PaintingLocal accountability from the first conversation through the finished project.
Painting Services

Explore What Empire Can Do for Your Property

Start with the project you have in mind. Empire’s residential team handles the core painting work homeowners ask for most, with additional staining and commercial capabilities when needed.

Navy blue Waukesha County home after exterior painting by Empire Painting
Core Residential Service

Exterior House Painting

Preparation, protection and exterior finishes planned for Wisconsin homes and changing weather conditions.

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Finished living room interior painting project in Delafield by Empire Painting
Core Residential Service

Interior Painting Services

Walls, ceilings, trim and interior spaces painted with organized setup, careful protection and clean completion.

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White painted kitchen cabinets completed by Empire Painting in Waukesha
Core Residential Service

Cabinet Painting & Refinishing

Refresh kitchens and built-ins with a cleaner, updated cabinet finish without replacing the entire space.

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Real Local Work

Real Painting Projects Across Southeast Wisconsin

Real homes, real communities and the type of finished work Empire’s crews complete throughout the area.

Waukesha County exterior painting project with navy blue siding and white trim
Waukesha County • ExteriorExterior Painting TransformationUpdated color, detailed prep and a clean finished exterior.
Delafield living room after interior painting by Empire Painting
Delafield • InteriorLake Country Interior PaintingFresh interior surfaces with careful protection and clean lines.
Waukesha kitchen after cabinet painting by Empire Painting
Waukesha • CabinetsKitchen Cabinet PaintingA brighter kitchen finish without a full cabinet replacement.
A Better Painting Experience

From Start to Finish, the Details Stay Organized.

The goal is straightforward: understand the project, protect the property, do the work carefully and keep communication clear along the way.

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We Listen & PlanWe review the property, goals, surfaces, timing and project priorities.
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We Prepare & ProtectSurrounding areas are protected and the needed surface preparation is addressed before finish work begins.
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We Paint & ReviewOur crews complete the scope carefully and review the finished work before wrapping up.
Matt Hoskins of Empire Painting speaking with a homeowner about a painting projectProject guidance from a real local estimator
Real Local Work

See a Finished Lake Country Painting Project

Take a closer look at a completed Empire Painting project in Lake Country and see the type of finished residential work our team delivers across Southeast Wisconsin.

Built on Details

Accurate Estimates, Not Guesswork

We measure carefully, evaluate surfaces, note the preparation the project may require and account for real labor and materials. You receive a clear written proposal so you know what is included before work begins.

Cover of The Wisconsin Homeowner's Guide to Hiring a Painter by Empire Painting
Free Wisconsin Homeowner Resource

The Wisconsin Homeowner’s Guide to Hiring a Painter

12 practical questions to help protect your home, compare estimates and choose a painting contractor with confidence.

No form and no email required. The guide is available as a free resource for Wisconsin homeowners planning an interior, exterior or cabinet painting project.

Local GuidanceReal Project PerspectiveClearer Decisions
People Behind the Paint

Meet the Local Team Behind Your Project

From the first question through the estimate and project coordination, Empire customers work with real people who know the local market and the details involved.

Dan Brooks, owner of Empire Painting
Owner

Dan Brooks

Dan provides the local accountability behind Empire Painting and the follow-through expected on every Southeast Wisconsin project.

Matt Hoskins, Empire Painting estimator and color specialist
Estimator & Color Specialist

Matt Hoskins

Matt helps homeowners and property managers clarify scope, timing, color choices, estimate details and next steps.

Laci Unholz, office support with Empire Painting
Office Support

Laci Unholz

Laci keeps communication moving so customers know what to expect before, during and after the estimate process.

Verified Local Feedback

What Homeowners Say About Working With Empire

Feedback on communication, preparation, professionalism and the finished result.

★★★★★
“The painters were very timely, courteous, hard working, and had the entire exterior of our home painted in 2 days. Their quality was excellent.”
David PierceEmpire Painting customer
★★★★★
“Everyone, from our estimator to final inspection, was great to work with. The team has a very strong customer focus.”
B. HealyEmpire Painting customer
★★★★★
“Their attention to detail was impressive. Empire did a fantastic job through estimating, scheduling, color selection, painting, and cleanup.”
Monika IndigEmpire Painting customer
Proof Behind the Team

Trusted Ratings, Certifications & Recognition

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Frequently Asked Questions

Helpful Answers Before You Schedule

Quick answers to common questions about Empire Painting and the estimate process.

Where does Empire Painting provide painting services?

Empire Painting is based in Delafield and serves homeowners and select commercial properties throughout Waukesha County, Lake Country, Greater Milwaukee and nearby Southeast Wisconsin communities.

What painting services does Empire Painting offer?

Empire provides exterior house painting, interior painting, cabinet painting, exterior wood staining and select commercial painting services.

Do I need to pay a deposit?

No. Empire Painting does not require a deposit before work begins. Homeowners receive a clear written scope, and payment is due when the painting project is complete.

Does Empire Painting offer a warranty?

Yes. Qualifying residential painting projects are backed by Empire Painting’s 3-year written warranty.

How does Empire protect my home during painting?

Preparation and protection are built into the process. Depending on the project, crews cover surrounding areas, mask surfaces, address needed preparation and keep communication clear while work is underway.

How do I request a free painting estimate?

Use the online scheduler to choose an available appointment time or call Empire Painting at (262) 303-6472.

Can I see Empire Painting’s completed local work?

Yes. Visit the Projects page to see exterior, interior, cabinet and staining work completed throughout Southeast Wisconsin.

Local, Established & Easy to Find

Your Local Painting Team in Delafield

Empire Painting is based in Delafield and serves Lake Country, Waukesha County, Greater Milwaukee and surrounding Southeast Wisconsin communities.

Empire Painting24 Enterprise Road, Unit DDelafield, WI 53018(262) 303-6472
Ready When You Are

Let’s Plan Your Painting Project.

Choose an available estimate time or call the local Empire team with questions.