At Long Painting Company, the work speaks for itself—but sometimes, our team in Vancouver, Washington gets the chance to speak up too. We sat down with some of our Vancouver sales team members to get their take on what makes their projects tick, what challenges they’ve tackled, and why clients keep coming back.
A Tale of Two Favorites
Ask our Vancouver team to pick a favorite project, and you’ll hear about both scale and loyalty.
One rep gave a shoutout to our long-standing relationship with Kinder Morgan—a project that’s as much about trust as it is about paint. Decades of service have forged a partnership that’s built to last.
Another team member pointed to the new parking garage at Portland International Airport (PDX)—a massive, high-stakes job blending both commercial and industrial painting. “It was one of the biggest contracts we’ve taken on in the last decade,” they said. “There were challenges throughout, but we worked through them as a team. Now, every time I park at the airport, I take a walk through the garage just to admire what we built.”
Hard Jobs, Proud Moments
Painting isn’t always glamorous—especially when the job site is on a remote island. “We had to install a chopped glass tank liner and coat a ship loader,” one team member recalled. “It was tough, but it pushed us to deliver under extreme conditions.” That kind of work demands grit, experience, and a serious plan—and our crew brings all three.
What We Do Best
From industrial coatings to commercial finishes, the Vancouver division wears many hard hats. Services include:
- Industrial painting, blasting, and linings
- Commercial painting and floor coatings
- Intumescent fireproofing
- Wallcovering—thanks to a newly trained in-house team
“We’ve recently invested in training a local crew for wallcovering,” one rep said. “It’s made a huge difference in our ability to win bids without relying on subcontractors or sending labor down from the Kent. office”
Versatility is Our Superpower
Whether we’re working on an oil refinery or a microchip facility, our edge is clear: experience across the board. “Our crews aren’t limited to one type of work,” says the team. “We train everyone—from foremen to field techs—to tackle anything from drywall painting to abrasive blasting to floor coatings. That’s why we stay competitive year after year.”
Planning Makes Perfect
Tight project? Tricky surface? Harsh environment? We’ve seen it all—and we plan for it all. From pre-job walkthroughs to detailed markups and shared spreadsheets, every job starts with clear communication and a roadmap the whole team can follow.
And we don’t just say we plan—we back it up with tools like Procore, a construction management software. “Being able to instantly upload job site photos helps tell the story in real time,” said one team member. “It’s transformed how we document, collaborate, and stay accountable.”
Who We Work With
Most of our clients are repeat customers in industries like oil and gas, pulp and paper, and heavy manufacturing. They trust us to get the job done right—even when they throw us curveballs like third-party evaluations and specialized compliance hurdles.
One client compliment sums it up: “We always like it when the A-Team contractor wins the bid.”
Staying Ahead in a Competitive Market
Our team has seen the trends: aggressive pricing, evolving material requirements, and tighter margins. But we’ve adapted by embracing innovations like solventless coatings, cloud-based job tracking, and hybrid crews trained in both commercial and industrial techniques.
Want to See What We’re Capable Of?
Check out our recent work on a large storage tank—both inside and out—for a look at our surface prep, coating precision, and safety protocols in action. We’ve got before-and-after shots that’ll make you believe in transformation!