Thank you once again to all of our loyal customers who voted us “Best Of” the Main Line for the tenth year in a row. We are truly honored to be able to work with such wonderful customers in maintaining, updating and beautifying your homes.
A Great Big Thank You
June 30th, 2011 by Suhaiba NeillSpruce up this Spring
May 10th, 2011 by Suhaiba Neill
Spring has finally, truly arrived, and if you’re anything like me you’ll want to spend as much time as possible outside with friends and family. While many of us spend the months of April and May getting our backyards ready for guests, don’t forget about the front of your house in your planning. The front entrance will be the first thing your guests see when approaching your house, and should have a warm and welcoming effect on all those who enter your home.
Need some help with a color scheme? Below is a great article from the Paint Quality Institute of America on choosing a color for your front entrance. And if you want to have the prettiest front door in the neighborhood, the Fine Paints of Europe is the paint for you. Happy Spring!
Spring Charity Project 2011
May 4th, 2011 by Suhaiba NeillEvery year, we complete two charity projects for local non-profit organizations in need of interior or exterior painting.
Last fall we painted the exterior of the Radnor A Better Chance House in Wayne, Pa. and we are now accepting requests for our spring project. If you know of an organization in need, please complete a request form or pass this information along.
To download our request form, please visit the Painting The Town page on our website.
Fun At The Old House Fair
March 29th, 2011 by Suhaiba NeillOur first vendor showcase at The Old House Fair was a great success. Stationed between the “Save a Tree” booth and “Philadelphia Soapstone” (who had a gorgeous kitchen counter on display), we had lots of visitors. Thanks to the handful of current customers who came by to say hello, and to everyone else that stopped by and asked an array of painting and decorating questions. You kept us on our toes. 
To recap:
- Almost all kitchen cabinets can be refinished to create a whole new look and feel in your space.
- We can take care of drywall and plaster repairs as a result of water damage before we prepare and paint your walls (just be sure the roof has been properly repaired first).
- Large exterior painting projects can be broken down into smaller sections if needed. And a high quality exterior paint job completed with the proper preparation will last for years to come, saving you time and money in the long run.
- If you happen to own a Victorian Home and want to restore it to it’s original splendor, we can help you choose appropriate historic colors.
- If you live in the Philadelphia area and have not visited the Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion, it is well worth the trip. Before you go, take a look at our before and after slideshow to fully appreciate the restoration.
“Best Of” the Main Line
March 17th, 2011 by Suhaiba Neill
It’s that time of year again. The 2011 “Best Of” the Main Line voting is now underway. Be sure to vote for all of your favorite local businesses, and help us keep our streak alive too. Simply type in “John Neill Painting” as the Best Painter under the Home & Garden Section. Many thanks to all of you who have helped make our business what it is today.
Join Us at the Old House Fair
March 10th, 2011 by Suhaiba Neill
On Saturday, March 26th, we will be participating in the 2nd annual Old House Fair, sponsored by the Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia.
The fair will focus on the needs of homeowners when repairing and restoring older and historic homes. There will be over 60 booths showcasing products and services as well as demonstrations and presentations throughout the day. Be sure to stop by our booth and say hi.
Saturday, March 26, 2011
9 am – 5 pm
Germantown Friends School
31 W. Coulter Street
Philadelphia, Pa. 19144
For more information, visit Old House Fair II
PDCA 2011 National Expo in Orlando
March 4th, 2011 by Suhaiba NeillEvery year the PDCA hosts a national expo and convention for all of it’s members. This year the expo was in Orlando, and after spending a beautiful weekend with my daughter and parents in Disney, on Monday morning we headed back inside for two days of education and training. My day started with giving a joint presentation on diversification (visit our Additional Services page for a full list of our services), followed by a seminar on training programs for painters, generating more business, paint quality (you really do get what you pay for), and finally social media marketing.
Now I’m back in the office and after a quick de-briefing will start to put all of the information into action. Keep an eye out for us on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter in the months to come.
Sprucing Up for a Sale
February 25th, 2011 by Suhaiba Neill
Are you thinking of putting your house on the market this spring? If so, there are a few things you should be aware of if you’d like to get the maximum value possible for your home. Because of the real estate crash that accompanied the crash in the economy, buyers now have the upper hand.
As mentioned in a recent article in The Philadelphia Inquirer, little details that were often overlooked in the past are now being scrutinizing by buyers. Staging has almost become a necessity, and exterior maintenance and interior paint touch ups can make or break a deal. Updated kitchens and bathrooms still rank high on the list as well, so be sure to consult with a reputable real estate agent for professional advice if you’re planning on putting your house on the market this spring.
Online Reviews – The Most Powerful Referral You Can Offer
February 15th, 2011 by Suhaiba NeillOn February 1st, one of my closest friends was married on the beach in St. Lucia. There was no way I was going to miss out on her big day, but the hotel they had chosen was an all-inclusive adults only facility. Since I was planning on taking my daughter along for the trip, I went online and began my research. I started with sites like Travelocity and Cheap Caribbean to find a good deal, and then I moved over to Trip Advisor to read real customer reviews before booking my trip. Turned out to be a good decision too, because the original hotel I was considering did not have such favorable reviews. We ended up at a quiet resort on the beach, the service was wonderful, and we had an amazing week. And as we headed back to the airport for our flight home, the friendly woman at the front desk reminded me to “be sure to log onto Trip Advisor and post a review about your stay”. I also received a follow up email from Travelocity a few days after my return asking as well to post a review.
In our current “Internet Age”, where everything you could ever possibly want to know is only a few keystrokes and clicks away, it’s no wonder that Google is the first place we turn when looking for information. And no matter what type of business you’re in, everyone knows that the best way to build a solid and loyal customer base is through word of mouth. Online reviews are quickly becoming the most powerful way to accomplish this.
So, if you’ve had a great experience with us, take a minute and extend us a compliment with a quick review. You can post it on our Kudzu page, or wherever you prefer to do your research. And remember, whether it’s booking a wonderful vacation or a home improvement project, it always pays off to do your homework first.
Flyers, HGTV & John Neill Painting
January 25th, 2011 by Suhaiba NeillLast week we spent four long hours at a very gracious customers home shooting a thirty-second commercial to introduce our customers to the “John Neill Painting Experience”. It will air on HGTV, Bravo, The Discovery Channel, AMC, Comcast SportsNet and select Flyers games starting tonight and running through April. So keep an eye out while you’re watching your favorite shows (and no flipping on commercials). If you don’t want to wait, we have also posted it on our YouTube page. Take a look and let us know what you think.