Truckee-Tahoe
OUR STORY
More than twenty years of lasting finishes, career craftsmen, and year-round commitment to our Truckee, Tahoe, and Reno communities.
FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED
Built by Two Brothers,
Their Sister & One Vision
The Early Days • 2001–2002
From Northwest Ohio to the Foot of the Ski Resort
A love for rock climbing, snowboarding, and backcountry adventure originally drew brothers Bill and Kevin Kelly west from Toledo, Ohio to the Truckee–Lake Tahoe area. For several years, the two practically lived at the foot of a local Truckee ski resort—chasing fresh powder in the winter and looking for an honest trade to fund their mountain lifestyle.
In the summer of 2002, Bill and Kevin started painting “oilers”—heavy exterior wood-staining projects across the high Sierra. Combining Bill’s fearless business mindset with Kevin’s hands-on operations leadership and infectious energy on the job site, they quickly realized they had the foundation to build something lasting on their own.
The Missing Ingredient • 2002
Adding a Woman’s Touch & an Artistic Eye
While both brothers were relentless workers, they quickly realized they were missing one key ingredient: a woman’s touch and an artistic eye. Their sister, Erin Kelly, jumped in that same year to launch the company’s dedicated Color Consulting department.
Making the homes and businesses of Truckee, Lake Tahoe, and Reno her canvas, Erin began collaborating alongside premier interior designers, custom builders, and homeowners—turning Kelly Brothers Painting from a hardworking stain crew into a full-service design and fine-finishing partner.
Two Decades Later • Truckee & Reno
Raising Families & Giving Back to the Sierra
More than twenty years later, that small operation has grown into one of the largest, most respected full-time painting and drywall companies across Truckee-Tahoe and Greater Reno—completing thousands of custom residential and commercial projects and earning national recognition from the Painting Contractors Association (PCA) and American Painting Contractor magazine.
Just as importantly, Truckee and Reno became home. Today, Bill, Kevin, and Erin raise their families here, cheer from the sidelines at local youth sports, and proudly sponsor regional schools, non-profits, and community organizations every year.
Featured Cover Story • Truckee Chamber of Commerce
Featured on the Cover of Truckee.com: An Insider’s Guide
Recognized by the Truckee Chamber of Commerce for over two decades of local business leadership, craftsmanship, and year-round community impact across the Sierra.
“Always surround yourself with good people and allow them to use their talents so you can use yours.”
— William C. Kelly, Our Dad
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