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About the Project:

What city and state did the project take place in: Colchester, Connecticut

When did the project take place?: The project was executed over a period starting in early October 2023, stretching into the late part of the month.

How long did the project take, start to finish?: Our adept team at CertaPro Painters of Mystic-Glastonbury CT undertook this extensive project, which spanned just over 3 weeks. This duration was necessary to address the considerable preparation required and to implement a finish coat change order, ensuring the project met our high standards of quality and the client’s expectations.

Description of Project: The project was centered around the exterior revitalization of a strip mall in Colchester, CT, focusing on the rear of three different units and the spaces in between them. The buildings suffered from significant peeling due to age and prolonged neglect. Despite budget constraints that precluded the use of a high build loxon product from Sherwin Williams, which would have concealed much of the wear, our team crafted a solution tailored to the client’s needs and budget. The project involved extensive cleaning and preparation of the cinder block surfaces, including the use of cleaning agents, mechanical scrubbing tools, and power washing.

What did the project involve? Given the project’s logistical challenges, including limited water access and the need to navigate around employee parking and rear door access, our team demonstrated exceptional coordination and flexibility. The extensive prep work and a change order for an additional finish coat underscored our commitment to delivering a quality outcome, even within tight budgetary constraints.

Special Challenges: One of the notable challenges was managing the project’s logistics, from securing water access from a distant point—requiring extensive hose setup—to coordinating operations around the strip mall’s daily activities. These factors demanded careful planning and communication to minimize disruption and ensure smooth project execution.

The Result: The completion of the strip mall project stands as a testament to CertaPro Painters of Mystic-Glastonbury CT’s ability to navigate complex challenges and deliver exceptional results. Despite budget limitations and logistical hurdles, the project was executed flawlessly, revitalizing the appearance of the strip mall and protecting its structures for years to come. This case study highlights our team’s dedication to offering comprehensive painting solutions that meet our clients’ needs while adhering to our standards of excellence. CertaPro Painters of Mystic-Glastonbury CT is proud to transform spaces through skill, dedication, and a keen eye for detail, achieving remarkable transformations even under challenging conditions.