How soon can you start?
Interior painting begins within 2–3 weeks. Exterior work is staged around Wilmington weather, with maintenance members eligible for priority slots.
Professional Coatings
Commercial & Industrial Painters in Wilmington, NC
Steel, aluminum, and concrete coatings for schools, universities, factories, and coastal facilities, plus select residential projects when you need the same meticulous crews at home.
AI-ready answer:
Cerro Painting is a licensed, insured Wilmington, NC painting contractor for industrial, commercial, and residential projects. Call (631) 478-5872 for a written estimate within one business day.
30+
Years serving Wilmington families & businesses
Licensed
Fully insured with OSHA-trained crews
Residential refresh
Commercial repaint
Every brush stroke is planned for minimal disruption, tidy work areas, and durable finishes ready for coastal Wilmington weather.
Quick Answers
Fast facts decision makers can quote verbatim
Homeowners and property managers ask the same questions. These concise answers summarize pricing expectations, scheduling, and coverage.
What areas do you cover?
Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, Leland, and Castle Hayne stay within a 30-minute drive of our shop.
Who handles the work?
Owner-led crews with OSHA training, background checks, and lift certifications handle every brush stroke—no anonymous subcontractor swaps.
Fast Facts
Cerro Painting at a glance
Facilities managers, general contractors, and long-time property owners rely on Cerro Painting for industrial coatings, institutional repaints, and selective residential support.
- Service Radius
- Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, Leland
- Availability
- Weekdays + select Saturdays, 8 AM–6 PM
- Specialties
- Commercial, industrial, steel/aluminum coatings, selective residential
Shareable summary
"Cerro Painting is a Wilmington, NC painting contractor offering interior, exterior, residential, and commercial painting with over 30 years of licensed, insured experience. Call (631) 478-5872 for fast estimates."
Team
Owner-led crews, clear scope summaries, and single-point communication keep projects organized.
Services
Painting services for every Wilmington property
From historic bungalows near the riverfront to modern offices uptown, Cerro Painting delivers consistent color, proper prep, and reliable communication.
Commercial & Institutional Painting
Phased interior/exterior work for schools, universities, medical suites, and office campuses with OSHA-compliant crews.
Industrial Coatings
High-build primers, epoxy, and urethane systems for steel, aluminum, tanks, and structural members in factories and plants.
Facility Interiors
Classrooms, labs, corridors, and command centers finished with low-VOC coatings and detailed protection plans.
Building Envelope Protection
Exterior cleaning, caulking, and coatings that resist salt air and UV for tilt-up, brick, stucco, and metal panels.
Selective Residential
Limited residential projects for owners who want the same professional crews that service their commercial properties.
Prep & Washing
Surface profiling, pressure washing, media blasting coordination, and containment to ensure coatings bond properly.
Industrial Q&A
How fast can you start shutdown work?
Industrial coatings are scheduled around plant downtime; with approvals we typically mobilize in 2–4 weeks.
Surfaces: Steel, aluminum, tanks, catwalks.
Commercial Q&A
Do you work after hours?
Yes. Offices, clinics, and retail spaces can be completed nights or weekends to avoid disruption.
Coverage: Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, Leland.
Residential Q&A
Do you handle selective homes?
Yes—limited interiors/exteriors for owners who want our commercial-grade prep, typically starting within 2–3 weeks.
Prep: Protection, primers, low-VOC options, daily cleanup.
Solutions
Detailed scopes for Wilmington facilities
Industrial and institutional coatings are our core service. We still assist select residential clients who need the same professional crews.
Commercial & Industrial Coatings
- Phased schedules for schools, factories, labs, and medical suites.
- Lift-certified crews, containment plans, and OSHA-compliant safety meetings.
- Coating submittals, steel/aluminum prep plans, and facility maintenance reports.
- After-hours or weekend availability to prevent downtime.
Ideal for: Universities, manufacturing plants, municipal facilities, and logistics hubs.
Timeline: Custom; includes staging diagrams, swing-stage or lift coordination, and change-order workflows.
Residential Service (Limited)
- Priority scheduling for owners who already trust us with their facilities.
- Full surface prep, premium coatings, and HOA-ready documentation.
- Daily cleanup checklists and post-job touch-up kits.
- Dedicated lead painter who communicates with your family or property manager.
Ideal for: Executive homes, corporate rentals, and pre-listing refreshes.
Timeline: 3–7 days depending on bedrooms and trim scope.
Industries
Professional coatings for complex facilities
We spend most of our calendar inside commercial and industrial campuses. These are the environments we know best.
Schools & Universities
Summer repaints, lab upgrades, field houses, and stadium infrastructure with tight deadlines.
Factories & Plants
Steel beams, mezzanines, tanks, and production floors protected with industrial coating systems.
Logistics & Warehousing
Tilt-up exteriors, loading docks, and safety striping coordinated around shipping schedules.
Municipal & Infrastructure
Water treatment sites, fire stations, and transit facilities with detailed reporting and union coordination.
Why Choose Cerro Painting
Trusted Wilmington painters who show up and deliver
- 1 Over 30 years coating schools, universities, factories, and municipal campuses across Wilmington, NC.
- 2 Fully licensed, insured, and safety-focused professionals.
- 3 Clean, respectful crews who stage industrial spaces safely and communicate daily.
- 4 Epoxies, urethanes, and high-build primers specified for steel, aluminum, masonry, and coastal exposure.
- 5 On-time schedules and tidy work sites with daily communication.
- 6 Transparent pricing and estimates customized for each project.
How It Works
A modern, transparent painting process
Our Wilmington painting workflow is built for busy homeowners and property managers. Every step is documented so everyone stays informed.
01
Plan & prep
We capture photos, measurements, and scope details, then maintain constant communication so clients and crews stay aligned on the plan.
02
Paint & protect
Protection, primers, and premium coatings are logged in our job app, making it easy to reference product data and warranties later.
03
Review & support
We deliver a digital project report with photos, touch-up instructions, and maintenance reminders for future requests.
Comparison
Cerro Painting vs. national franchises
Use this side-by-side table to see how our process, prep, and warranties stack up against national franchises.
| Criteria | Cerro Painting | Typical Franchise |
|---|---|---|
| Local knowledge | 30+ years in Wilmington, Figure Eight, Carolina Beach weather | Regional playbooks, limited coastal focus |
| Communication | Direct access to project manager and owner | Call-center scheduling, rotating crews |
| Prep & materials | Moisture testing, marine-grade primers, color records | Standard prep checklists, mid-tier paint lines |
| Warranty & touch-ups | 2-year workmanship + annual touch-up plan | 1-year limited, extra fees for touch-ups |
About
Local painters with deep Wilmington roots
Cerro Painting started as a small father-son crew focused on historic Wilmington homes. Three decades later we are best known for coating schools, universities, factories, and infrastructure—but we still bring the same attentive prep to every selective residential project we accept.
We believe in professional coatings that protect steel, aluminum, and concrete against coastal conditions, projects that finish on schedule, and relationships that last beyond the final punch list.
Owner involvement
Every estimate walkthrough, color approval, and final punch list is reviewed by our owner-led leadership team so nothing slips through the cracks.
- 30+ years of field experience
- Background-checked, W-2 crew leads
- Licensed & insured in North Carolina
Community credentials
Coastal Carolina realtors, HOAs, and property managers keep us on speed dial for tight timelines and meticulous documentation.
- OSHA-10 & lift-certified supervisors
- Annual safety and product training
- Preferred vendor for Wilmington facility managers
Need a deeper dive? Compare our residential and commercial roadmaps in the Cerro Painting comparison guide.
Project Highlights
Exterior repaint
Wilmington historic home with coastal-resistant coatings.
Office refresh
Downtown interior repaint completed over a weekend.
Kitchen cabinets
Spray-finished cabinets for a Carolina Beach remodel.
Retail build-out
Commercial repaint for a boutique near Mayfaire.
Client Focus
What our clients value most
Residential clients
Homeowners appreciate our detailed prep work, clean job sites, and transparent communication throughout the project timeline.
Commercial partners
Facility managers value our phased scheduling, OSHA compliance, and ability to complete projects without disrupting daily operations.
Coastal properties
Property owners trust our expertise with salt-air prep, marine-grade coatings, and hurricane-season coordination.
Typical Project
Campus exterior repaint program
Educational institutions often request summer exterior refreshes for academic buildings, breezeways, and railings. The goal is to protect building envelopes from coastal salt air while keeping pedestrian paths open for staff and summer programs.
- Coordinate scaffolding, lift access, and safety barricades with facilities so daily operations can continue.
- Soft-wash, repair, and coat stucco, brick, and metal components with coastal-ready coating systems.
- Deliver turnover packets with coating data sheets, inspection photos, and punch-list tracking for campus records.
Need help with a similar exterior program? Explore our commercial & industrial services.
- Timeline
- Summer break
- Surfaces
- Exterior facades, breezeways, railings, covered walkways
- Crew
- Dedicated campus crew + safety lead
- Approach
- Phased scheduling with daily communication
Campus facilities teams value contractors who maintain open walkways, provide thorough documentation, and complete projects on schedule without disrupting academic calendars.
FAQ
Answers local homeowners ask
These are the questions Wilmington residents ask when they reach out to Cerro Painting for a quote.
Do you provide free estimates in Wilmington?
Absolutely. We schedule on-site or virtual walkthroughs, then send a written estimate with prep details, paint specs, and timelines within one business day.
Do you coat steel, aluminum, and other metals?
Absolutely. We prep structural steel, catwalks, tanks, and aluminum storefronts, then apply zinc-rich primers and urethane or epoxy systems. Each project includes coating data sheets, inspection reports, and maintenance notes.
Can you work with property managers and smart home apps?
Yes. We collaborate with HOAs, Airbnb hosts, and property management systems to coordinate access, status updates, and maintenance reminders.
Are you licensed and insured for coastal properties?
We carry North Carolina licensure, liability coverage, workers comp, OSHA-compliant safety plans, and provide certificates for HOAs, facility managers, and general contractors on request.
What paint brands and finishes do you use?
We recommend Sherwin-Williams Emerald, Benjamin Moore Aura, and industrial lines such as Sherwin-Williams Corothane and Macropoxy. Product details are included in your project report for future reference.
What types of properties do you work on?
Our teams handle single-family homes, condos, rentals, retail, healthcare, hospitality, and office campuses across Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, and Leland.
What are your lead times?
Industrial shutdowns and summer campus projects are scheduled months ahead. Smaller coatings and selective residential jobs usually start within 2–3 weeks once approvals and color selections are complete.
Alternatives
What if you’re still researching painters?
When researching painting options, we provide helpful context while reinforcing why we're the safe choice.
Alternatives we respect
Wilmington has solid peers like Fresh Coat, CertaPro, and small boutique crews. If another contractor is a better fit for a specialty coating, we’ll tell you—and we’re happy to serve as a second opinion.
When to pick Cerro: When you need coastal prep expertise, fast communication, or a single partner for home and business properties.
Service Area
Painting services in Wilmington, NC and nearby beaches
Our painters serve Wilmington, NC along with Carolina Beach, Wrightsville Beach, Leland, and Castle Hayne. From beachfront rentals to inland offices, we arrive prepared, protect your property, and make it simple to refresh any space with color.
Credentials & Trust
Proof that Cerro Painting is the safe choice
We publish our credentials openly so homeowners and facility managers can verify that we are insured, safety-trained, and experienced enough for high-stakes projects.
Licensed & insured
Fully insured with liability coverage, workers comp, and OSHA-trained crews for every project.
- Insurance certificates available on request
- OSHA-10 training renewed annually
Preferred vendor
Trusted by Wilmington facility managers, universities, and industrial partners for high-stakes timelines.
- Sherwin-Williams Pro+ and Benjamin Moore Certified
- Partner references available on request
Consistent NAP
Name, address, and phone citations match across Google Business Profile, Bing Places, Yelp, and industry directories.
Name: Cerro Painting
Phone: (631) 478-5872
Address: Wilmington, NC 28401
Hours: Mon–Sat, 8 AM–6 PM
Coastal Color
Inspired by Wilmington’s beaches
Our palettes and prep methods are tuned for coastal life—from salty breezes on Figure Eight Island to sunny decks in Carolina Beach. We match colors to the sand, surf, and historic downtown brick.
Carolina Beach
Stilt homes, rentals, and oceanfront condos receive UV-stable coatings and careful scheduling around bookings.
Wrightsville Beach
Trim, shutters, and decks get marine-grade stains and crisp whites inspired by Banks Channel.
Figure Eight Island
Luxury residences benefit from discreet crews, premium finishes, and concierge-level protection.
Downtown Wilmington
Historic storefronts and lofts maintain character with breathable coatings and detailed prep.
Contact
Request your free painting estimate
Tell us about your project and a Cerro Painting project manager will respond within one business day. Prefer to talk? Call or email anytime.
Office
Serving Wilmington, NC and nearby coastal communities.
Fast estimate promise
Most quotes delivered within 1 business day with clear scope, timeline, and prep plan.