Nelson Greer Painting : History

For over 52 years we have been painting all over Arizona, California and New Mexico. With three generations, we have 210 years of collective experience. In 1958, Nelson Greer came to Arizona and started his professional career with Greer Painting (owned by his brother John Greer). After a year working in Phoenix, he moved to Tucson and began working his way up the ladder from journeyman painter to superintendent. After 10 years with the company, it was time to follow his own aspirations of becoming a Painting Contractor.

Nelson J. Greer Painting was formed. Because of his hard work, dedication, quality and attention to detail, and the ability to complete the tough jobs, the company grew quickly specializing in apartments, shopping centers, hotels, office buildings and some residential housing. For the next 16 years, Nelson became involved in many charity projects and served as local and state president of the Arizona Chapter of Painting and Decorating Contractors of America (PDCA). The company was involved in writing and developing industry standards still in use today for PDCA. Frank Greer (Nelson’s younger brother) spearheaded the “Monthly Estimation” column in the PWC magazine. For over 40 years, the Greer family knowledge of painting has been second to none in the state of Arizona.

Chris Greer is now the owner and has been president of Nelson J. Greer painting for 20 years. He began working summers and weekends in the company at age 11. Working with skilled journeymen, he was taught all aspects of painting including general paint practices, special coatings, effects and design as well as estimating and project management. Chris supervised most of the company’s projects and was called to manage the company as President in 1986 due to Nelson’s poor health. For the last 23 years, the company has completed over $120 million in painting and has brought thousands of projects in “on time” and “budget” with difficult time frames. Chris has continued the legacy of superb quality and dedication to both customer and charity services.

In January of 2010 Brian Greer will be completing his Business and Journalism degree from the University of Az and joining the company as our fourth generation of expertise. He will be bringing years experience to the company both in the field and in the office estimating. Brian will open yet another chapter to the Greer Painting Heritage.

Nelson Greer painting is current with technology both in the field and in the office. We have the capacity to bid any size project. With our “in-house” plan machine, we specialize in the ability to quickly turn an email (pdf file) into a bid or proposal. We have the ability to bid 50 – 70 projects a week depending upon size and are currently completing projects all over the state of Arizona. Like our founder, we still believe that the customer makes your business and deserves the best job that you can possibly give them through quality, service and completive pricing.