Multi-Unit Residential Building
Chimney Painting & Staining Project
in Fort Collins, Colorado
a Commercial Case Study by CertaPro Painters® of Fort Collins
Multi-Unit Residential Building Exterior Painting & Staining Project
CertaPro Painters completed a targeted exterior painting project for a property management company in Fort Collins, Colorado.
This multi-unit residential property is located in Fort Collins, Colorado, the county seat of Larimer County and home to Colorado State University. Fort Collins anchors the northern Front Range and serves a broad regional population that includes Timnath, Wellington, Laporte, Bellvue, and Loveland. Property management companies throughout the Fort Collins area depend on responsive, detail-oriented contractors to keep their residential portfolios looking sharp and protected against Colorado’s intense UV exposure and challenging seasonal weather.
The chimney stack showed areas in need of finish work prior to painting, including gaps requiring caulking and nail holes needing to be filled. Bare surfaces were present and required priming before topcoat could be applied to ensure proper adhesion and a uniform finish. The shingle areas had faded and were in need of staining to restore their appearance and provide continued protection.
Read more about the care our crew put into cleaning and repairing this local building, and view photos in this case study.
About the Project:
Scope of the Project:
Work focused on a chimney stack at a multi-unit residential building, encompassing all finish work — caulking, nail hole filling, priming, and painting — to restore the chimney to match the building’s existing color scheme. Shingle staining was completed as part of the same scope, delivering a cohesive, well-maintained exterior appearance.
Project Overview:
What city and state did the project take place in? : Fort Collins, CO
When did the project take place? : March, 2026
How long did the project take, start to finish? : 1 day
Special Challenges:
Working within an occupied, property-managed residential building requires coordination and care that goes beyond the painting work itself. Tenant notifications were handled in advance by the property management team, while CertaPro ensured all excluded adjacent surfaces were properly masked and protected throughout. The job site was kept organized and presentable on a daily basis to minimize any inconvenience to residents.
Achieving a seamless color match to the existing building scheme was essential on this project. The chimney stack and shingles needed to blend naturally with the surrounding exterior rather than stand out as recently serviced areas. CertaPro’s crews completed all finish work — caulking, nail hole filling, and priming — prior to painting, ensuring a clean, properly prepared surface that held color consistently and matched the surrounding building materials.
Before Photo
Below is a photo we took of the chimney before we began the painting project. Click on the image to expand it.
During Photos
Check out our photos while the transformation was taking place. Click on any image to zoom in.
After Painting
Check out our final transformation below. Click on any image to zoom in.
Commercial Services We Offer
High-Durability Coatings
Our team is skilled in applying high-durability coatings for floors, walls, and high-wear areas requiring long-term painting solutions.
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Off-hours and Weekend Production
If a project has specific timing requirements, we’re more than happy to accommodate them.
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Tilt-up Painting
We can patch and caulk any cracked areas for protection from water intrusion and to provide a smooth surface for paint application. We’re prepared to handle every aspect of difficult-access projects.
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Exterior Painting
Quality exterior painting can transform a building with color, whether the project calls for conforming to existing standards or making a fresh, bold statement. We can paint all substrates including wood, stucco, vinyl and aluminum, block and cement board.
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Interior Painting
Our professional painting crews will complete interior painting projects with utmost respect for the property and its occupants.
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Light Carpentry and Repairs
CertaPro Painters® of Fort Collins provides professional carpentry repair services to homeowners in the Fort Collins area. Our skilled team is experienced in common issues with houses in the region and can bring aging components of your home’s woodwork back to life.
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Drywall Repair
Drywall panels can be repaired or replaced, eliminating signs of wear and tear.
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Power Washing
A clean surface is required for excellent paint adherence. When appropriate for the material, we offer power washing services before painting begins.
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Why Choose CertaPro Painters of Fort Collins?
Property management companies need painting partners who understand how to work efficiently within occupied buildings, communicate clearly, and deliver results that protect property value without disrupting tenants. CertaPro’s experience with property management accounts means our crews arrive prepared, work cleanly, and complete all finish work — caulking, priming, and painting — as a single cohesive process rather than treating preparation as an afterthought.
Targeted repairs like chimney painting and shingle staining are often overlooked until they become larger problems. CertaPro’s ability to assess and address these specific areas accurately, makes us an efficient, low-friction partner for property managers throughout Fort Collins, Larimer County, and the surrounding northern Front Range communities.
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