PGT Painting has built a strong reputation across Central Connecticut by combining skilled craftsmanship with a grounded, personal approach to the business. The company will mark its fourth anniversary this April, a milestone that reflects both steady growth and a clear vision shaped by owner Paulie Tirella’s years of experience in the trade.
Before launching PGT Painting, Paulie spent 15 years working for another painting company. When his boss retired, he saw an opportunity to take a different path—one driven by independence and pride in his work. After years of building other people’s businesses, Paulie decided it was time to build his own, creating a company where quality, fairness, and hands-on leadership would come first.
A major turning point for PGT Painting came when Kristen Bevin, a longtime friend of Paulie’s who originally joined as an employee, stepped in as a business partner. Together, they helped stabilize and grow PGT Painting into what it is today, a major player in the Hartford-region home improvement scene.
Kristen has a major role in all projects that PGT oversees, Paulie says.
“Kristen has a keen eye for detail when it comes to everything in the painting world.”
Depending on the season, PGT employs between four and seven painters, allowing the company to stay flexible while maintaining high standards. The team handles a wide range of projects, from residential repaints and new construction to ongoing commercial maintenance. PGT Painting maintains year-round commercial accounts, including Assa Abloy, Cheshire Academy, and Capital Community College, relationships that underscore the company’s reliability and consistency.
Some of PGT’s recent projects include overseeing all of the wallpapering and painting of the Bricco’s Restaurant renovation last year. PGT is also the go-to painting company for the DORO Restaurant Group, including Dorol Marketplace, Casadoro, Trevor, and several others.
On the residential side, PGT Painting offers comprehensive interior services. These include wallpaper removal and installation, detailed trim work, and kitchen cabinet painting — an increasingly popular, cost-effective alternative to full cabinet replacement.
Paulie notes that homeowners are becoming more adventurous with their design choices and color options.
“For 2026, we’re seeing a return to gray tones, along with bold black door frames and doors, moving away from the all-white look that dominated recent years. Another growing trend is painting ceilings in select rooms with colors other than white to add depth and character.”
PGT services most of Central Connecticut, with a particularly strong presence in West Hartford, Simsbury, Avon, Farmington, Southington, and Plainville. For larger projects, the team is willing to travel further. As the company enters its fifth year, Paulie remains focused on doing what he’s always done best: delivering high-quality work and building lasting relationships, one project at a time.
“We deliver exceptional painting and home improvement services. We combine professional expertise with personal attention to create beautiful, lasting results for every client. We demonstrate our commitment to excellence through owner supervision. I personally oversee every project and our team members are experienced, trained craftsmen. We use only high-quality paints, stains, and materials and we take the time to properly prepare all job sites with intense attention to detail.”
To consult on your project or to get a free estimate visit pgtpainting.com or call 860-307-1134.
We demonstrate our commitment to excellence through owner supervision. I personally oversee every project and our team members are experienced, trained craftsmen.