Mike Purvis Urges a Return to Craft and Planning in Residential Painting
Veteran contractor highlights why preparation, detail, and mindset still matter
Newark, DE, 20 Dec 2025, ZEX PR WIRE, Following a recent spotlight interview on his career, Mike Purvis of J Michael’s Painting, Inc. is using the moment to raise awareness around a growing issue in residential contracting: the decline of planning, preparation, and craftsmanship in everyday home services.
With more than 30 years in business, Purvis has seen the industry change. Faster timelines, tighter margins, and constant demand have pushed many contractors to rush work. The result, he says, is avoidable rework, customer frustration, and lost trust.
“Most problems start before the paint ever goes on the wall,” Purvis said in the interview. “If you skip preparation or rush planning, the finish always show...
