Professional Interior & Exterior Painters in Milwaukee & Waukesha County
Empire Painting helps homeowners and businesses throughout Milwaukee, Waukesha County, Lake Country, and Southeast Wisconsin with professional interior painting, exterior painting, cabinet painting, and commercial painting — backed by detailed prep, premium finishes, clear communication, and no payment until the job is complete.
270+ 5-Star Reviews
Trusted by local homeowners.
No Deposit Required
No payment before work begins.
Pay When Complete
Payment due after completion.
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House Painters Serving Milwaukee, Waukesha County & Lake Country
Empire Painting is a locally owned painting company serving Milwaukee, Waukesha County, Lake Country, Delafield, Brookfield, Pewaukee, Hartland, Oconomowoc, Menomonee Falls, Sussex, Mequon, Wauwatosa, Elm Grove, New Berlin, and surrounding Southeast Wisconsin communities.
Our professional painters provide residential painting, commercial painting, cabinet painting, wallpaper removal, staining, power washing, and exterior painting services designed to improve curb appeal, refresh interiors, and protect homes from Wisconsin weather.
Professional Painting for Homes & Businesses Since 2003
Since 2003, Empire Painting has helped homeowners and businesses across Delafield, Lake Country, Waukesha County, Milwaukee, and the greater Southeast Wisconsin area improve and protect their properties with professional painting services from experienced local painters.
As a local painting company, we focus on detailed preparation, clear communication, organized scheduling, and clean workmanship. Whether you are hiring house painters for an exterior repaint, refreshing interior rooms, updating cabinets, staining wood, or improving a commercial space, our goal is to make the process smooth, controlled, and worth the investment.
A Painting Process That Produces Great Results
Clear expectations, organized scheduling, and professional oversight — designed to keep your project smooth from start to finish.
Request an Estimate
Choose a time online or call our office. We review your goals, scope, surfaces, timing, and project expectations.
Site Walkthrough & Clear Quote
Most estimates take 45–60 minutes. Larger or more detailed projects may take up to 90 minutes.
Schedule, Prep & Paint
Once approved, our team coordinates the job, prepares surfaces, protects your home, and completes the work professionally.
Numbers That Help Homeowners Feel Confident
Empire Painting has served Southeast Wisconsin homeowners and businesses for decades with careful prep, clear communication, dependable workmanship, and a finished project customers can feel good about.
Years in Business
Trusted locally since 2003.
5-Star Reviews
Backed by local homeowner feedback.
Written Warranty
Confidence after eligible projects are complete.
Online Scheduling Savings
Schedule online and save on your project.
Professional Painting Services for Homes & Businesses
From interior repaints to exterior transformations and commercial projects — we deliver work that looks sharp and lasts.
Residential Painting
Professional interior and exterior house painting services for Milwaukee, Lake Country, and Waukesha County homeowners.
Learn More →Interior Painting
Interior painting for walls, ceilings, trim, doors, kitchens, living rooms, bedrooms, offices, stairways, and more.
Learn More →Exterior Painting
Exterior house painting for siding, trim, stucco, garages, cedar siding, shutters, doors, and Wisconsin weather protection.
Learn More →Commercial Painting
Commercial painting for offices, retail spaces, lobbies, storefronts, professional buildings, and local businesses.
Learn More →Cabinet Painting
Cabinet painting and cabinet refinishing for kitchens, vanities, built-ins, and wood finishes without full replacement.
Learn More →Wallpaper Installation & Removal
Wallpaper installation, wallpaper removal, wall repair, and surface preparation for polished interior painting updates.
Learn More →Power Washing
Power washing and exterior surface cleaning for siding, trim, decks, wood, and repaint preparation.
Learn More →Exterior Staining
Exterior staining for decks, wood siding, cedar features, outdoor structures, and specialty wood surfaces.
Learn More →Recent Painting Projects Around Southeast Wisconsin
See real projects across Milwaukee, Waukesha County, and surrounding communities.
Residential Refresh
Interior updates with clean finishes and careful prep.
Exterior Curb Appeal
Exterior painting that improves appearance and protection.
Cabinet Refresh
Updated cabinet finishes without full replacement.
Commercial Interior
Commercial painting for cleaner, more professional spaces.
Trusted Milwaukee & Waukesha County Painters With 270+ 5-Star Reviews
Homeowners across Southeast Wisconsin choose Empire Painting for professional interior painting, exterior painting, cabinet painting, and commercial painting because the process is organized, the communication is clear, and the finished work is built to last.
270+ 5-Star Google Reviews
Empire Painting has earned hundreds of positive reviews from local homeowners who value clean workmanship, detailed prep, helpful communication, and professional painting results.
What Customers Mention Most
The strongest reviews consistently point back to the same things homeowners care about most when hiring a painting company.
- ✓ Clear communication before and during the project
- ✓ Careful preparation, protection, and cleanup
- ✓ Professional crews and owner-led accountability
- ✓ Interior and exterior painting results that look sharp
Customers often praise Empire Painting for showing up professionally, communicating clearly, protecting the home, and making the finished project look clean and polished.
Residential Painting Review Milwaukee & Waukesha County homeownersExterior painting customers frequently mention detailed prep work, curb appeal improvements, and a process that helps protect Wisconsin homes from weather and wear.
Exterior Painting Review Lake Country & Southeast WisconsinInterior painting and cabinet painting customers value the clean workmanship, respectful crews, organized scheduling, and attention to detail inside the home.
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Meet Dan Brooks, Owner of Empire Painting
Empire Painting is not a faceless national franchise. Owner Dan Brooks is part of the local team, regularly involved in the work, and focused on making sure customers receive a professional experience from the first conversation through the final walkthrough.
Homeowners want to know who is showing up at their house. This is a real Southeast Wisconsin painting company with a real owner, real crews, and a process built around communication, preparation, accountability, and professional project management.
Painters Serving the Greater Milwaukee Area
Based in Delafield, Empire Painting serves homeowners and businesses across Lake Country, Waukesha County, Milwaukee, Brookfield, Pewaukee, Hartland, Oconomowoc, Menomonee Falls, Sussex, Mequon, and nearby Southeast Wisconsin communities.
Most projects are within about 45 minutes of Delafield so our team can stay responsive, schedule reliably, and provide the oversight that leads to better results.
See More of Empire Painting’s Work, Process & Local Proof
Want to feel even more confident before booking your estimate? Browse recent projects, view the photo gallery, learn how Empire Painting manages each step, and see why homeowners across Southeast Wisconsin choose a local team.
Recent Projects
See real interior painting, exterior painting, cabinet refinishing, and commercial painting projects completed locally.
Photo Gallery
Browse more residential, commercial, cabinet, staining, and exterior painting examples from Empire Painting.
Our Process
Learn what happens from the first conversation through prep, painting, cleanup, and final walkthrough.
Why Choose Empire
See what makes Empire Painting different for homeowners and businesses who want the job done right.
Service Areas
Explore the communities Empire Painting serves throughout Milwaukee, Waukesha County, and Lake Country.
Quick Answers Before You Start
How long does an estimate appointment take?
Most estimates take about 45–60 minutes. Larger or more detailed projects may take up to 90 minutes.
Do you offer a warranty?
Many residential repaint projects include a written warranty. Details depend on project type, surface condition, and scope.
Do you provide pricing on-site?
For most projects, Empire Painting provides the estimate on-site so you are not waiting days for pricing.
What areas do you serve?
Empire Painting serves Lake Country, Waukesha County, Greater Milwaukee, and nearby Southeast Wisconsin communities.
Are you insured?
Yes. Empire Painting carries workers compensation and general liability insurance.
When do you collect payment?
Empire Painting does not require a deposit. Payment is due when the job is complete.
Get a Clear Estimate, Honest Guidance, and a Painting Plan That Fits Your Home
Whether you are planning exterior painting, interior painting, cabinet painting, commercial painting, or another project, Empire Painting can help you understand the scope, timing, prep, and next steps.
Schedule online to save $150 or call the office to talk with our local team.
Contact Empire Painting
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Not ready to schedule your estimate yet? Send us a quick message and we’ll follow up to answer your questions, talk through your project, or point you in the right direction.
Schedule Your Painting Estimate Today
Empire Painting helps homeowners and businesses across Southeast Wisconsin with professional painting services built around prep, communication, and quality workmanship.
From interior painting and exterior painting to cabinet painting, staining, wallpaper removal, power washing, and commercial painting, our team focuses on detailed prep work, premium products, and professional project management designed to deliver long-lasting results.
Why Homeowners Choose Empire
- ✓ Trusted since 2003
- ✓ 270+ 5-star reviews
- ✓ No deposit required
- ✓ Interior, exterior, cabinet, and commercial painting
- ✓ Local Southeast Wisconsin team
