Painting Contractors Association (PCA)

FrogTape Advanced™ Explained: The Science Behind The Tape Every professional painter knows that feeling of standing in front of a high stakes project (or client!), thinking, “this job has to be perfect.” The type of project where clean lines or paint bleeds can stand in the way between a loyal customer and a costly callback. So, what separates good results from great results? The technology behind the tape.

Contractors, households, and businesses in Maryland can now recycle their leftover paint with PaintCare! PaintCare is a nonprofit organization that plans and operates paint stewardship programs in states and jurisdictions that have passed the paint stewardship law. The Maryland PaintCare program launched on April 1, 2026, making it the thirteenth jurisdiction to pass paint stewardship legislation. With the addition of Maryland, PaintCare now serves one-third of the U.S. population.

PaintCare is introducing two new paint stewardship programs in Illinois and Maryland, making recycling paint more convenient for contractors, households, and businesses in these states. PaintCare currently operates programs in California, Colorado, Connecticut, Maine, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Washington, Vermont, and the District of Columbia.

Breakthrough Academy has worked with over 1500 contracting businesses, and in that time, we’ve accumulated an eye-watering amount of data on companies of all sizes. We’ve spent the past year combing through those numbers to find patterns. Which strategies and behaviors consistently set contracting businesses on an upward trajectory? We’ve collected our findings into a series of four growth phases, each with its own set of indicators and barriers to overcome.

During the webinar, the Sherwin-Williams Marketing team and its 3 members of the Hispanic Advisory Board will discuss the following topics: Importance of creating a community of Hispanic painters and entrepreneurs Explain the program of Acá Entre PROs Benefits of being part of the community, Aca Entre PROs How our Painting Contractors can attend an Aca Entre PROs Event Durante el seminario web el equipo de Marketing de Sherwin- Williams y sus 3 miembros de la Junta de Asesoría Hispana...

We’re renowned for our rich colours, iconic finishes and an extraordinary response to light — the way our paint evolves with its surrounding. To help you make the most of our handcrafted paint, we’ve put together a guide on preparation, application and troubleshooting. Preparation First things first, always read the Product Advice Sheet for your chosen finish. You’ll find everything from dilution advice to spraying guidelines.

The slow season can be challenging for painting businesses, but with the right strategies, you can make it one of your busiest and most profitable times of the year. Here are three powerful lead generation and sales systems that can keep the projects coming in, even during the traditionally slower months. Before you start driving in more leads, it’s essential to plug any “leaks” in your current sales funnel.

In today’s competitive market, businesses rely heavily on lead-generation platforms to attract potential customers. However, simply generating leads is not enough—managing and nurturing these leads efficiently are crucial for converting them into loyal customers. This is where a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system becomes invaluable. Using a CRM tool like Workiz can significantly enhance the effectiveness of your lead generation platforms, such as Angi Leads.

Why even pros should use painter’s tape every time “I’m not happy with the job you’ve done.” These are words that can send a shiver down the spine of even the most seasoned paint professionals. Instances like this mean a smaller profit margin, the potential loss of future business and less attention to other jobs. True professionals prioritize customer satisfaction and long-term relationships, knowing that happy clients are the best advertisement for future work.

In this conversation between Jason Paris from the PCA and Tom Droste of Estimate Rocket, the duo discusses the evolving landscape of the painting industry and the role of software in helping businesses adapt. They delve into challenges faced by smaller contractors, trends in the service industry, and the increasing need for technology to streamline operations.