About Us
Our Company
For more than 50 years, King of the Painters has built its reputation on one simple principle — delivering quality craftsmanship with pride, professionalism, and lasting value. In an industry where many companies come and go, our experience, dedication, and commitment to customer satisfaction continue to set us apart.
At King of the Painters, painting is more than just applying color to a surface. It is about transforming homes and businesses into beautiful, protected, and personalized spaces our customers can truly enjoy. From the moment you contact our office to the final walkthrough of your project, you will “Experience the Pride” that goes into every paint job we complete.
What separates us from other painting companies begins with our people. Our experienced estimators take the time to understand your project, explain the process, and provide honest, competitive pricing. Our knowledgeable office staff is always available to answer questions, schedule projects efficiently, and provide dependable follow-up support long after the work is complete.
Most importantly, our highly trained crews bring decades of hands-on experience and attention to detail to every project. Proper preparation is the foundation of every long-lasting paint job, and we never cut corners. Whether we are working on your home or commercial property, we carefully protect furniture, flooring, landscaping, and surrounding areas before any painting begins.
Our preparation process includes repairing damaged drywall, retexturing walls and ceilings where needed, repairing exterior stucco, sanding interior walls and trim, and restoring exterior fascia boards and wood siding to ensure smooth, professional finishes. We understand that quality results begin long before the first coat of paint is applied.
In addition to painting services, we employ full-time carpenters who provide expert installation and repair services, including baseboards, doors and jambs, door casings, crown moldings, fascia boards, wood siding, decks, and railings. By combining skilled carpentry with professional painting, we are able to provide complete surface restoration and finishing services under one trusted company.
Every project is properly primed and prepared to create a solid base for the finish coats, ensuring maximum durability and beauty. We use premium-quality materials and proven application methods designed to withstand the test of time. Our work is backed by long-term warranties, dependable office support, and responsive customer service that gives our clients peace of mind.
At King of the Painters, we believe a paint job should be an investment that enhances the beauty, value, and protection of your property for years to come. Our goal is not simply to complete another project — it is to provide an experience our customers will remember for all the right reasons.
With competitive pricing, superior workmanship, and over five decades of trusted service, King of the Painters continues to deliver paint jobs that stand above the rest. When quality matters, experience matters. Experience the Pride with King of the Painters.
Our Team
Bob Lyon – Founder
51 Years
Joey Atkins – President
45 Years
Brett Wenzel – Vice President
39 Years
Mike Smith – COO
27 Years
Kevin Drennen – CFO
15 Years
Bree Eyre – Contract Manager
9 Years
Leah Johns – Scheduling Manager
12 Years
Victoria Martinez – Administrative Assistant
3 Years
Our team is made up with over 70 employees. Only the best painters work for King of the Painters, Inc. All employees know how to finish a job one way. . . the King’s way.
Our goal is to provide services that exceed our customers’ expectations not only in quality and service, but also overall dependability. From the beginning of each project through completion, our attention is focused on your expectations and requirements.
Our mission to the end user, “the consumer,” is to take the painting industry to a higher level by incorporating artistic expression, knowledge of multiple trades, and the ability to provide a one of a kind designer feeling on all of our jobs.
With 51 years of experience, we have an honest desire to give customers the best possible paint job at a reasonable price. Let King of the Painters, Inc. become “your painting contractor of choice.”
Quality of Work
Part of what makes our company so different from the others comes from the quality of our work. Not only do we employ the best painters in the business, we also use the highest quality products available.
Dunn Edwards Paints is known for its quality. That’s why we are one their biggest customers. By using Dunn Edwards Paints our work looks better and lasts longer. Without Dunn Edwards Paints, we would not be able to offer our unbeatable warranty.
Professional Memberships
We are proud members of the Better Business Bureau, Painting and Decorating Contractors Association of America, and the local San Diego East County Chamber of Commerce.
Why Choose The King?
• Locally Owned and Operated – Founded in 1975 by President & CEO Robert W. Lyon II
• Experienced – Our crews are highly trained and specialized and have worked as a team for many years
• Consistency – Each and every project is completed with specialized crews, and optimum service
• Service is Our Specialty – We cater to our clients, you too will be treated like “Royalty”
• Quality Materials – We only use quality products on all of our projects
• Timely – Our projects are completed on time and within your budget
• Not Just a Painting Contractor – We offer a wide range of services. Why not give us the opportunity to provide you with added services
• San Diego’s Premier Painting Contractor – We have been featured on numerous Television programs,
Channel 10’s Extreme Home Makeover, and have featured projects in many of the local San Diego Magazines
• Community Involvement – We proudly give back by helping in a variety of community projects, teams, and organizations
• Design Team – We have staff designers that will help you create that “magazine worthy” look
Mission Statement
In the era of faster is better, there is still a contractor you can turn to who possesses the unique and creative experience to transform your job into a work of art. We possess the integrity and ability to perform your job in a timely manner, tailored to your specifications.
Our goal is to provide services that exceed our customers’ expectations not only in quality and service, but also overall dependability. From the beginning of each project until the completion, our attention is focused on your expectations and requirements.
Our mission to the end user, “the consumer,” is to take the painting industry to a higher level by incorporating artistic expression, knowledge of multiple trades, and the ability to provide a one of a kind designer feeling on all of our jobs.
Every job big or small will follow these guidelines:
• Placing the highest priority on personnel and public safety
• Always considering the impact to our environment in everything we do, and maintaining strict adherence to environmental compliance regulations.
• Being committed to continuous improvement of our product through inspection, self-auditing and training.
• Encouraging the use and development of new techniques in the coatings field.
• Recognizing the importance and value of each individual employee, and the encouraging continual training and development in each area of their individual expertise.
With 41 years of experience, we have an honest desire to give customers the best possible paint job at a reasonable price. Let King of the Painters, Inc. become “your painting contractor of choice.”