By - 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 shows it.”
Industry surveys consistently show that home improvement rework costs homeowners billions each year, often due to poor prep, unclear scope, or rushed schedules. In painting alone, inadequate surface preparation is cited as one of the leading causes of premature failure.
Purvis believes the solution is not complicated. It starts with fundamentals.
“Quality work isn’t about fancy tools,” he said. “It’s about thinking through the job, respecting the process, and taking responsibility for the result.”
The interview traces how Purvis built J Michael’s Painting, Inc. from the ground up by focusing on realistic schedules, attention to detail, and customer communication. Those principles, he says, still apply today, regardless of market pressure.
He also emphasised mindset as a missing ingredient. “You need a never-quit attitude,” Purvis noted. “Things go wrong. Weather changes. Plans shift. You adapt and finish the job properly.”
Purvis encourages homeowners and contractors alike to take practical steps on their own:
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Ask clearer questions about preparation and timelines
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Value experience and process, not just speed
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Document what works and repeat it
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Take pride in finishing work properly
“Good outcomes come from small decisions made early,” he said. “Anyone can raise the standard by slowing down and doing things right.”
To read the full interview, visit the website here.
About Mike Purvis
Mike Purvis is the founder of J Michael’s Painting, Inc., a residential painting company based in Newark, Delaware. He has spent more than 30 years in the painting industry, building his career around quality workmanship, careful planning, and strong customer service. Known for his attention to detail and disciplined approach, Purvis believes lasting results come from preparation, consistency, and a never-quit mindset.
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