Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Professional Painting & Restoration Services in Johnstown, PA
Founded in 1960, Elias Painting Company has built a legacy of excellence in residential, commercial, and church restoration painting. Our team combines over 200 years of collective experience with a commitment to preserving historical integrity while delivering modern precision. We specialize in exterior and interior painting, icon restoration, and statuary repair, serving communities across Somerset, Cambria, Westmoreland, and Indiana Counties. Our family-owned business maintains the original motto of 'First Class Workmanship a Must,' ensuring every project meets the highest standards.With a focus on customer satisfaction, we offer free color consultations and utilize advanced tools like Sherwin-Williams ColorSnap Visualizer. Our expertise in managing large-scale commercial projects and delicate religious iconography restoration sets us apart as a trusted industry leader. We prioritize transparency, reliability, and craftsmanship, reflected in decades of repeat clients and positive testimonials. Our dedication to quality has made us a cornerstone of the Johnstown community for generations.
Services
Residential Painting
Exterior Painting
Interior Painting
Church Restoration
Icon Restoration
Statuary Repair
Commercial Painting
Industrial Painting
Color Consultation
Power Washing
Details
- Year established: 1960
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of experience in residential and commercial painting.
- Family-owned business with three generations of painting expertise.
- 200+ years of combined experience among our master painters.
- Free in-home color consultations with professional guidance.
- Serving multiple counties with tailored local market knowledge.
What people say
First class workmanship
Exceeded expectations
Professional and mindful
Detailed work
Trustworthy communication
Services
Residential Painting
Our residential painting services cover interior and exterior projects, including color consultation, wood refinishing, and siding restoration. We use premium materials to enhance property value while ensuring durability. Clients receive personalized attention from start to finish.
Church Restoration
Specializing in church preservation, we handle interior/exterior painting, dome refinishing, and plaster detailing. Our team restores historical elements like icons and statuary with meticulous care, maintaining structural and artistic integrity.
Commercial Painting
We deliver tailored commercial painting solutions for retail spaces, offices, and industrial facilities. Our flexible scheduling minimizes business disruption while ensuring high-quality finishes that meet safety standards and brand aesthetics.
Icon Restoration
Our experts restore religious icons using specialized techniques to preserve original materials and artistic intent. This delicate process involves cleaning, touch-ups, and protective coatings to maintain historical and spiritual significance.
Statuary Repair
We repair and restore religious and decorative statues using materials matching original construction. Our process includes structural reinforcement, surface detailing, and protective treatments to withstand environmental exposure.
People
Elias Ghantous
Founder
Lebanese immigrant who started the company in 1960 after door-to-door beginnings. Established the business's reputation for quality workmanship and customer care.
Albert Ghantous
Current Owner
Second-generation leader who expanded services to include commercial and church restoration. Maintains family commitment to excellence while managing daily operations.
Elias Ghantous
Project Manager
Third-generation team member overseeing project execution. Ensures adherence to quality standards while coordinating with clients and crew.
Questions
What painting services do you offer?
We provide residential, commercial, industrial, and church restoration painting, including icon restoration, statuary repair, color consultation, and power washing.
Which areas do you serve?
We serve Somerset, Cambria, Westmoreland, and Indiana Counties, with decades of experience in the Johnstown metropolitan area.
How long have you been in business?
Since 1960, our family-owned company has delivered painting services with three generations of expertise and 200+ years of combined team experience.
Do you offer free color consultations?
Yes, we provide free in-home color consultations using Sherwin-Williams ColorSnap Visualizer to help visualize paint choices.
Can you handle church restoration projects?
Yes, we specialize in church restoration, including dome refinishing, plaster detailing, icon restoration, and statuary repair for over 100 local churches.
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