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Can Hiring a Cheap House Painter Be an Expensive Mistake?

YES! That’s the short answer. And, unfortunately, homeowners all across the country find this out the hard way on a routine basis. It’s an easy mistake to make. We get it, we really do. After all, we’re homeowners and small business owners, so we know how important it can be to stick to a budget […]

7 Reasons Why You’ll Never Regret Hiring a Professional Painter

There’s no doubt about it: DIY (do-it-yourself) projects can be fun. Few things are more rewarding than tackling something, stepping back, and saying, “Yeah, I did that.” Not only do you get bragging rights, but you can save a few bucks too in a lot of cases, and who doesn’t love that? Add into the […]

5 Bathroom Painting Tips – Avoid These Common Mistakes!

Painting your bathroom, like painting your kitchen, is a high-value project. In fact, beyond just boosting aesthetic appeal, it can add substantial resale value as well. Improvements made to kitchens and bathrooms (including interior paint) consistently yield the highest return on investment of almost any other update you can make. Bathroom painting may be similar […]

Exterior House Painting Tips – Is It Time to Paint Your Chicagoland Home?

If you googled “signs that I need to paint my house,” it’s probably time to paint your house. We’re just being honest. But if you still aren’t sure, and you’re contemplating maybe stretching it out for another year or two before taking a swan dive into the world of updated style, the info below is […]

Should You Paint Your Brick Fireplace?

If you ask a group of random people whether or not painting your brick fireplace is a good idea, you won’t come away with a conclusive answer. Some will say absolutely yes, some will poke you in the eye for suggesting it, and others will just not want to commit. Give it a try, they’ll […]

Our COVID-19 Preparedness Plan

COVID-19 Preparedness Plan for Jalapeno Paint Werx Jalapeno Paint Werx is committed to providing a safe workplace for all our employees and clients. Jalapeno Paint Werx has developed a COVID-19 Preparedness Plan in response to the pandemic to ensure that we have a healthy and safe place to work. Our goal is to reduce the […]

What’s the Best Season for Exterior Painting?

Summer tends to be a busy, fast-moving season… Travel, vacations, work schedules, time with family, and other priorities can push your home improvement goals to the bottom of your to-do list. Until suddenly, well, fall is upon us. If you were planning on tackling a little exterior painting this summer, you might be asking yourself […]

Color Consultation: 3 Ideas for Choosing Interior Paint

In the world of interior painting, one company stands alone, ready to provide you with an expert consultation you can trust! Not only do we offer superior painting services, we also take an interest in your home color choices. We like to see a job well done, and if that means providing a little guidance […]

Jalapeño Paint Werx: Two Coat Standard

At Jalapeno Paint Werx, there’s a two-coat standard.  We’ve all seen the commercials on television. One coat handles preparation, primer, and provides perfect coverage.  So, why does Jalapeño Paint Werx always apply two coats of paint? Simple. It’s a matter of finish. Two-Coat Standard = Deep, Beautiful Color Ever take a picture with your phone, […]

3 Great Reasons to Hire an Established Local Painter

It’s tempting. An outfit utilizing college kids left a flyer tucked in your front door, and the price was so cheap! And the exterior of your Illinois home is looking a little weathered; some of the paint is curling off and it could use a fresh coat of paint. But before you agree to the […]