About Gutierrez Painting: A Family-Owned Painting Business

Gutierrez Painting, one of the renowned DFW painting contractors, began its journey in the 1960s with my grandfather, dad, and uncles. The Gutierrez family started their path in the drywall and painting business in the small town of Levelland, West Texas.

Initially, the company employed only family members, who worked together to pay the bills and support their education. As time passed, each sibling moved on to pursue their own ventures across Texas. My father, Gus Sr., relocated to Arlington, Texas, in the early 80s and founded 'E.G. Paint Services,' focusing on custom homes that quickly gained traction. My four brothers and I began working with our father at a young age, engaging in tasks that many seasoned painters typically handled. Our father instilled in us a strong work ethic, ensuring we took pride in our craft. After graduating high school, I dedicated ten years to working alongside him. In 2007, I decided to forge my own path and launched 'Gutierrez Painting' with my younger brother. We relied on word of mouth and kept busy for several years. Although we eventually went our separate ways, I continued to run the business independently. My father, Gus Sr., remained active in painting until his retirement in 2015. 

By 2013, Gutierrez Painting had grown into a team of four, but today, my crew has expanded to 16 skilled men. We now offer a wide range of services, including texture repair, small wood repair, and light tile work, in addition to our painting business. What started in a quiet West Texas town with a father and his sons quickly evolved into a successful enterprise, all while remaining dedicated to quality work and customer satisfaction.

Esmerejildo 'Gus' Gutierrez, a pivotal figure in this transformation, originally joined the Air Force before returning to his roots in Levelland. With a booming business opportunity in the 1980s, Gus taught his five sons the family trade, which propelled my career as 'Gus Jr.' from the tender age of 13. What began as earnings for toys soon shifted to purchasing better equipment, allowing me to hone my skills beyond my years.

After high school, I committed fully to my father’s business at 'E.G. Painting'. Then in 2007, my brother Randy and I took on the challenge of running our own crews, soon establishing ourselves as a notable pair in the DFW painting community. Despite facing challenges during the economic downturn, we managed to keep work flowing continuously. When it became apparent that we had more projects than we could handle, I decided to expand Gutierrez Painting in 2014. From just four team members, our workforce blossomed to 16 hardworking individuals. Now, with ample room to grow, we have integrated texture repair, small wood repair, and light tile work into our offerings.

After a distinguished 50-year career, Esmerejildo 'Gus Sr.' Gutierrez retired in 2015, having built a solid legacy recognized across the United States. To this day, his name resonates in painting stores throughout Fort Worth, a true testament to his influence in the industry. He now enjoys life back in his hometown of Levelland, Texas, happily fishing.