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

Exterior House Painting
Preparation, protection and exterior finishes planned for Wisconsin homes and changing weather conditions.
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Interior Painting Services
Walls, ceilings, trim and interior spaces painted with organized setup, careful protection and clean completion.
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Cabinet Painting & Refinishing
Refresh kitchens and built-ins with a cleaner, updated cabinet finish without replacing the entire space.
Explore Cabinet PaintingReal Painting Projects Across Southeast Wisconsin
Real homes, real communities and the type of finished work Empire’s crews complete throughout the area.



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.
Project guidance from a real local estimatorSee 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.
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.
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
Dan provides the local accountability behind Empire Painting and the follow-through expected on every Southeast Wisconsin project.

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

Laci Unholz
Laci keeps communication moving so customers know what to expect before, during and after the estimate process.
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
Trusted Ratings, Certifications & Recognition






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.
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) 303-6472Let’s Plan Your Painting Project.
Choose an available estimate time or call the local Empire team with questions.







