Commercial Exterior Painting in Fort Collins, CO

Your Building Deserves Better Than Quick Fixes

Professional commercial exterior painting that protects your investment and keeps your business looking sharp year-round.

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Fort Collins Commercial Building Painting

What Proper Commercial Painting Actually Gets You

Your building stops being a maintenance headache. The paint job lasts years longer because we prep surfaces right and use coatings built for Colorado weather.

Your property value goes up. Professional appearance attracts better tenants and keeps current ones happy. No more apologizing for peeling paint or faded colors.

You save money long-term. Quality commercial exterior painting costs more upfront but eliminates the cycle of repainting every few years because corners were cut the first time.

Fort Collins Commercial Painting Contractors

We Know What Works in Colorado

L F Rosa Painting specializes in commercial exterior painting throughout Fort Collins and Northern Colorado. We understand how this climate beats up buildings and which coatings actually hold up.

Our team focuses exclusively on commercial properties because business owners need contractors who show up on schedule and finish on time. We’ve painted office buildings, retail centers, warehouses, and industrial facilities across the Front Range.

We’re licensed, insured, and committed to doing the job right the first time so you don’t have to think about exterior painting again for years.

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Commercial Exterior Painting Process

Here's Exactly What Happens

We start with a detailed assessment of your building’s exterior surfaces. Every commercial property is different, and we need to understand what we’re working with before recommending coatings or timelines.

Surface preparation comes next. This is where most painting jobs succeed or fail. We power wash, scrape, sand, and prime properly because paint only adheres as well as the surface underneath.

Application happens in stages designed to minimize disruption to your business. We coordinate with you on scheduling, protect landscaping and walkways, and keep work areas clean throughout the project.

Final inspection ensures everything meets our standards before we consider the job complete. You get a walkthrough, care instructions, and warranty information for your records.

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What's Included in Every Commercial Project

Complete surface preparation including power washing, scraping, sanding, and priming. Most paint failures happen because this step gets rushed. We don’t rush it.

Premium exterior coatings selected specifically for Colorado’s UV exposure, temperature swings, and weather patterns. We use paints that actually last in this climate.

Professional color consultation if you’re updating your building’s appearance. Sometimes a fresh color scheme makes more impact than you’d expect for attracting tenants or customers.

Project management that keeps your business running smoothly. We coordinate timing, protect your property, and communicate clearly about progress and any issues that come up.

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How long does commercial exterior painting take to complete?

Most commercial buildings take 3-10 business days depending on size, surface condition, and weather. We provide a detailed timeline during the estimate process and stick to it. Larger buildings or those requiring extensive surface preparation take longer, but we break the work into phases to minimize disruption. Weather delays happen occasionally in Colorado, but we build realistic schedules and communicate any changes immediately. The key is proper planning upfront so there are no surprises.
High-quality acrylic latex paints with UV protection work best for most commercial buildings in Fort Collins. Colorado’s intense sun, temperature swings, and occasional severe weather require coatings specifically formulated for these conditions. We typically recommend premium brands like Sherwin-Williams or Benjamin Moore commercial lines because they offer better color retention and durability. The specific product depends on your building materials and exposure, but we never compromise on paint quality because it’s the difference between a 5-year paint job and a 10-year paint job.
We plan every project to minimize business disruption. Most exterior painting work happens outside normal business hours when possible, and we coordinate with you on timing for any work near entrances or high-traffic areas. We use drop cloths and barriers to protect walkways and keep areas clean throughout the project. For retail or office buildings, we often work in sections so operations can continue normally. The key is communication – we discuss your specific needs during the planning phase and adjust our schedule accordingly.
Commercial painting costs vary significantly based on building size, surface condition, and coating requirements. Most projects range from $2-6 per square foot, but extensive surface preparation or specialty coatings can increase costs. We provide detailed written estimates that break down all costs so you know exactly what you’re paying for. While we’re not the cheapest option, our focus on proper preparation and quality materials means you won’t need to repaint again in 3-4 years like you might with budget contractors.
Yes, we warranty all commercial exterior painting for defects in workmanship and provide specific coverage details in writing. The warranty length depends on the coatings used and surface conditions, but typically ranges from 3-7 years. This covers issues like premature peeling, blistering, or adhesion problems that result from our work – not normal wear or damage from building settling or weather events. We stand behind our work because we use proven methods and quality materials that we know will perform long-term.
Late spring through early fall offers the best conditions for exterior painting in Fort Collins, typically May through September. We need temperatures above 50 degrees and dry conditions for proper paint application and curing. Summer can be ideal, but we often start early in the day to avoid afternoon heat. Fall painting works well before temperatures drop consistently. We don’t paint in winter unless it’s emergency touch-up work in heated, protected areas. Planning ahead for spring scheduling is smart because that’s when most property owners want painting completed.