Lookswell Painting Inc
Lookswell Painting Inc is a family owned, licensed and insured painting contractor that has served the greater Chicago area since 1963. The company works as a full service painting contractor across residential painting and decorating, commercial and industrial painting, and cabinet refacing and restoration, and it also handles wallpapering, staining and varnishing, wall repairs, plastering and drywalling, epoxy floor coatings, and home remodeling for kitchens, bathrooms, and basements. Owner Jim Scanlan personally guarantees the work: if there is any problem with the work, labor, or paint, Lookswell will redo it at no charge with no questions asked, and the work is backed by the Lookswell 2 Year Craftsman Guarantee. Lookswell is a proud member of the Better Business Bureau with an A+ rating, has spent more than 20 years on Angie's List, and employs fully trained and qualified techs. Free estimates and free consultations are available before any project begins, with no sales pressure and honest advice on materials, options, and timelines.
Services
Interior and exterior painting
Residential interior and exterior painting and decorating
Wallpapering
Staining and varnishing
Wall repairs, plastering and drywalling
Wall repairs, plastering, and drywall work
Cabinet refacing and restoration
Old cabinets refinished for a fraction of the price of new cabinets
Why choose us?
Location & hours
1743 N Keating Ave, Chicago, IL 60639, USA
FAQs
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes. Lookswell provides free estimates and free consultations whenever you are ready. The professional estimators can answer questions about the painting or remodeling project you are considering and are happy to advise on materials, options, timelines, and the best methods to minimize your inconvenience. There is no sales pressure, just helpful advice for your upcoming project.
Is your work guaranteed?
Yes. All work is backed by the Lookswell 2 Year Craftsman Guarantee, which covers any chipping and scratching. Owner Jim Scanlan also personally guarantees that if you have any problem with the work, labor, or paint, Lookswell will redo the work at no charge with no questions asked.
How long has Lookswell been in business?
Lookswell has been family owned and operated since 1963 and has served homeowners and businesses across the greater Chicago area ever since. The company is a proud member of the Better Business Bureau with an A+ rating and has been on Angie's List for more than 20 years.
What services do you offer besides painting?
Alongside interior and exterior painting, Lookswell handles wallpapering, staining and varnishing, wall repairs, plastering and drywalling, cabinet refacing and restoration, epoxy floor coatings, and home remodeling for kitchens, bathrooms, and basements.
Do you take on commercial and industrial work?
Yes. Lookswell paints offices, factories, showrooms, retail spaces, and hotels, works on new construction, and provides sign writing and graphics. Recent commercial work includes the Chicago Planetarium, the Museum of Contemporary Art, and the Peggy Notebart Museum, and the company has been performing clean, efficient, on time and on budget work for the Village of Western Springs for over 15 years.
What is electrostatic painting?
Electrostatic painting is one of Lookswell's main commercial services. The team is happy to provide the service at your location or by pick up and delivery, and a full range of options is available, including popular epoxy finishes.
Do you offer environmentally friendly painting?
Yes. Lookswell is committed to using environmentally friendly paints and will help you choose the right paint for your project, from low VOC to zero VOC. At no extra charge the team seals off areas that are not being worked on, wraps furniture in plastic for dust free protection, seals floors with Rosin paper and drop cloths, and never uses toxic items for preparation. The company also recycles as many job products as it can, such as protective plastics, paint containers, and plastic caulk tubes.
How much do epoxy floor coatings cost?
Epoxy floor coatings start from $3 per square foot. Trained technicians clean and prep the concrete floor with specialized equipment, then apply commercial grade epoxy primers, coatings, and finishes for a durable and elegant surface. Lookswell uses Corotech High Performance epoxy products from Benjamin Moore.