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Dale The Painter

"Large Enough To Serve, Small Enough To Care"

About Us

Dale The Painter, based in Island Lake, IL, is a premier painting service provider, proudly serving Kane, Lake, McHenry, and Northern Cook Counties since 1990. We excel in both interior and exterior painting for residential and commercial properties, along with offering drywall, wallpaper installation, carpentry, and more. Whether you're planning a home renovation or an office makeover in the Northwest Suburbs, trust Dale The Painter to bring your vision to life with precision and expertise. Contact us today for exceptional service and outstanding results!

Areas Served

Our Professional Associations

Angie's List Super Service Award Winner
Home Advisor

Our Certifications

Fully Insured and Bonded

What We Offer

Our Specialties include:

Interior and Exterior Painting Contractor
Celebrating 25+ Years in Business

Our Services include:

Interior & Exterior Painting Services: Dale The Painter provides professional residential and commercial painting services designed to refresh, protect, and enhance your property. Whether you're updating a single room, repainting an office, or giving an entire building a new look, every project is completed with careful attention to detail, quality workmanship, and long-lasting results.
Wallpaper Removal & Wall Preparation: Outdated wallpaper can be difficult to remove without damaging the surface beneath. Dale The Painter offers complete wallpaper removal services, followed by thorough wall preparation to create a smooth, clean surface ready for paint or new finishes. Proper prep work ensures a beautiful, professional result that lasts.
Drywall, Plaster & Surface Repairs: From minor dents and cracks to larger drywall and plaster damage, Dale The Painter restores walls and ceilings to like-new condition. Repair services include patching, sanding, taping, skim coating, and surface preparation to ensure a flawless finish before painting begins.
Deck Staining & Wood Restoration: Protect and enhance the natural beauty of your outdoor living spaces with professional deck staining and wood restoration services. Dale The Painter uses quality products and proven techniques to help preserve wood surfaces from weather, moisture, and everyday wear while highlighting the wood’s natural character.
Wood, Trim, Window & Door Finishing: Bring new life to the wood features throughout your home or business with expert staining, refinishing, and enamel finishing services. Dale The Painter specializes in trim packages, wood refinishing, window staining, and door staining, creating rich, durable finishes that enhance the beauty and longevity of your property's woodwork.
Power Washing Services: Prepare surfaces for painting or simply improve curb appeal with professional power washing services. Dirt, mildew, grime, and buildup are safely removed from siding, decks, patios, driveways, and other exterior surfaces, leaving your property looking clean and refreshed.
Faux Finishes & Decorative Painting: Add character and style to your space with custom faux finishes and decorative painting techniques. From subtle textures to unique artistic effects, Dale The Painter can create customized finishes that complement your home's design and reflect your personal style.
Free Estimates: Dale The Painter offers free estimates for all services. You'll receive honest recommendations, clear communication, and detailed project information so you can make confident decisions about your painting and restoration needs.

Our Products include:

Paint

Testimonials

On 9/6/2026 Steve H. had this to say:
I can't say enough good things about Dale the Painter! From start to finish, Dale was professional, dependable, courteous, and extremely detail-oriented. The quality of his work is outstanding, and it's clear that he takes a lot of pride in what he does.

On 12/16/2025 Dan A. had this to say:
I hired Dale to repaint several areas of my condo that needed attention before putting it on the market, and I couldn't be happier with the results. His work was excellent, very clean, professional, and exactly what I was hoping for. Communication throughout the process was great, and his pricing was very reasonable for the quality of work delivered. On top of that, Dale himself was friendly, easy to talk to, and a pleasure to work with. I would absolutely recommend Dale to anyone looking for a reliable, skilled painter.

On 3/28/2025 Dan O. had this to say:
Dale fixed a few water sains on our ceiling. The stains are totally gone and the paint blends perfectly. I would highly recomend Dale!

On 3/15/2025 Scott B. had this to say:
Dale did a great job with painting my home. He completed agreed upon work in the scheduled time, I highly recommend Dale.

On 8/7/2024 Diane Z. had this to say:
Just had him do painting in my home. So nice not having to ckean up after others. Did a great job n would highly recommend him. Honest and very nice man. Thank you Dale for another job well done!!

Contact Us

Dale The Painter
Island Lake, IL 60042
Phone: (847) 508-8238
Email: Dorroutdoors@gmail.com

Where To Find Us

Payment Types Accepted

Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, Personal Checks, Debit Cards, All Major Cards Accepted

Our Hours

Monday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM

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Bring New Life to Your Space
A fresh coat of paint can completely transform your home or business, inside and out. With the right expertise, you can bring your vision to life and create a space that looks clean, updated, and welcoming.
From interior updates to exterior improvements, quality painting adds lasting value and protection while enhancing the overall look of your property. With decades of experience and attention to detail, you can expect results that truly stand out.
Serving Kane, Lake, McHenry, and Northern Cook Counties since 1990, you can count on dependable service and exceptional craftsmanship.
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