The Shields Painting Difference: Perfection with Every Brush Stroke
Many painting companies in Florida rely on flashy marketing and big promises to try and attract new clients. But when it comes time to work, they fall short of their promises. This is often due to a lack of experience, qualified painters, and a drive to overachieve. At Shields Painting, we do things a little differently than other painting companies in Citrus County. We believe that a professional paint job should be as close to perfect as possible. Our goal is to leave you 100% satisfied, whether we're touching up an old residential paint job or performing a complex commercial project. It might sound simple, but we achieve that goal through honesty, hard work, beautiful results, and reasonable pricing.
As a family-owned and operated painting company in Hernando, FL, we strive to provide personalized, professional, and friendly service. Shields Painting has been in business since 1968 for a good reason. Whenever possible, we go the extra mile to make sure our customers are happy. Unlike some of our competition, we want to know all about your house or business painting project: your vision, your preferences, your challenges, and your goals. When we understand your needs, we can present you with a fantastic final product - one that you're proud to show off to friends and neighbors.
At Shields Painting, we combine our extensive experience with time-tested, meticulous painting processes, resulting in the highest quality painting results around. As a painting contractor in Citrus County, we can take on a variety of residential, commercial, and industrial projects in Florida.
A few of our most popular painting services include:
- Interior Painting
- Exterior Painting
- Residential Painting
- Commercial Painting
- Cabinet Painting
- Ceiling Painting
- Fence Painting
- Sign Painting
- MUCH More!
Our commercial, industrial, and residential painting contractors take the proper steps to protect your property and belongings while we work. Our team will clean up after ourselves, so your property is left clean and free of debris when we're done. After all, we think there's only one way to do a job, and that's the right way.
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Your Go-To House Painting Company in Hernando, FL
Your home is a haven of relaxation and solitude. It is uniquely you - a place where you can express who you are through style and design. Whether you need interior touch-ups for your crown molding or a new exterior coat of paint, hiring a reliable painting contractor is the best way to get quality results.
At Shields Painting, we know how important it is to have a home that highlights your tastes and personality. That's why we offer an extensive array of residential painting services in Citrus County. As tempting as it might be to try a DIY paint job, without the proper skills and experience, there is a good chance that the results will turn out less than satisfactory.
High-quality painting requires skill, experience, and patience. If you're a homeowner who needs residential painting services but doesn't have the time, patience, or skills to handle the job, look no further than Shields Painting. We offer accuracy, precision, and longevity with each paint job we perform. Our customers choose Shields Painting for their home because they receive:
- Free Quotes with Detailed Project Breakdowns
- Affordable Pricing
- Expert Painting Contractors
- High-Quality Paint Products
- Combo of Traditional and Modern Techniques
- Well-Maintained Tools
- Unmatched Craftsmanship
- Friendly, Personalized Service
- Good Old-Fashioned Hard Work!
The majority of our house painting services come in two forms: interior and exterior.
Interior Residential Painting
As an interior painting contractor with decades of experience, our expert technicians have developed an interior painting process that maximizes quality and emphasizes customer satisfaction. We understand that interior painting goes beyond aesthetics. It protects your ceilings and walls and helps you sustain a healthier place to live for your family. When only the finest craftsmanship will do inside your home, Shields Painting is here for you.
Our seasoned team of painting experts and craftsmen is dedicated to respecting your space and providing you with the look and feel you're craving inside your home. Whether you bought a new house and want to make it your own or need minor touch-ups but have no time, Shields Painting is ready to tackle the job, no matter how small or large.
Unlike some painting companies, our interior house painters take the time to get the details right, every time. For instance, color is only one aspect of your interior paint job. The paint sheen or finish is just as important. Certain finishes are better for living rooms and bedrooms than in kitchens and bathrooms. We'll help you find the right finish and paint colors for your home, so you don't have to worry about touch-ups or repainting.
Some of our most popular interior house painting services include:
- Ceiling Painting
- Popcorn Ceiling Removal
- Living Room Painting
- Bathroom Painting
- Basement Painting
- Color Consultations
- More

Cabinet Painting
Citrus County cabinet painting deserves its own section on this page because it requires more time, skill, and quality paint than most sections of your home. If your home's cabinets are built into its woodwork, replacing them can be obnoxiously expensive. Compared to the cost of installing new cabinets, painting your kitchen cabinets is much more affordable.
At Shields Painting, we specialize in transforming old cabinets into new, gorgeous features that are just as usable as they are beautiful. Each step of our cabinet painting process is meticulous and thorough. And we'll take care of the entire job, from cleaning, prep, and sanding to priming, painting, and reassembly. This unique service lets you enjoy a brand-new look in your kitchen without having to go into debt by replacing your cabinets.
Whether your cabinets are new, but you want to change their color or you'd like to transition wood cabinets to a painted finish, Shields Painting has the expertise and experience to give you a new look you'll love.

Exterior Residential Painting
Your home - it's a place that not only keeps your belongings safe. It protects your family and loved ones, too. It's one of your largest investments, and like anything else of value, it should be protected. However, Florida weather can take a toll on your home's structure and paint, lowering your home's value and even putting your family at risk.
While it's true that a beautiful exterior affects your house's value, it shouldn't take thousands of remodeling dollars to make a positive change to your home. There's a fine line between reasonable pricing and top-quality painting, and that sweet spot is what Shields Painting aims for. If you want to transform how your friends and neighbors see your home, never underestimate the power of a professional paint job.
Our exterior residential painting services are designed to boost curb appeal, give your home a fresh look, and help it stand up to Florida's unique weather. But we provide more than that. When you hire Shields Painting for your outdoor painting project, you will enjoy peace of mind in knowing that your home is in truly capable hands. Our goal is to exceed your expectations and help bring out the best in your property, whether you need to re-stain your deck or remove old, peeling paint from your siding.
If you're on the hunt for the very best exterior painting contractor in Hernando, FL, look no further than Shields Painting.
Some of our most popular exterior house painting services include:
- Vinyl Siding Painting
- Deck Painting and Staining
- Stucco Exterior Painting
- Wood Exterior Painting
- Porch Painting and Staining
- Soffit Painting
- Fascia Painting
- Window Painting
- Front Door Painting
- Thorough Painting Prep
- More

The Premier Commercial Painting Company in Hernando, FL
When it comes to first impressions, your businesses' appearance plays an important role. Your commercial property's paint job factors into its overall aesthetics. A great-looking, well-maintained paint job can mean the difference between a customer walking in your storefront and passing by. Conversely, an old, worn-out commercial paint job can send the wrong message to prospective customers. If you can't take the time to keep up your property's appearance, why would a customer spend their hard-earned money on your products?
The same goes for your businesses' interior paint. Would you want to do business with a company that has peeling paint or unsightly crown molding? At Shield's Painting, our goal is to create a beautiful environment that your customers and employees will love inside and out. When you work with our business painters, you can rest easy knowing we treat your business like it were our own. We always clean up after ourselves and know that operations cannot come to a halt just because we're painting. As such, we'll work with your busy schedule to ensure the job gets done right the first time without disrupting your day-to-day commitments.
With decades of commercial painting experience, we know the demands of a commercial painting project necessitate a disciplined and focused approach from the start. Our team of business painters is committed to delivering quality, on-time results on every project, every time - no excuses

We offer professional business painting services to a variety of building types, including:

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Industrial Painting
A high level of care and finesse are required to effectively paint an industrial property. At Shields Painting, we know that industrial paint jobs involve much more than aesthetics. That's why our industrial services are customized to your specifications, using industrial-grade materials that stand up to heavy-duty operations.
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Retail Store Painting
Our commercial painters apply effective, yet appealing interior and exterior paint that stand up to the daily rigors of busy retail environments.


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Small Business Painting
Do you own a restaurant franchise? Have a small "mom and pop" location that needs a fresh coat of paint? Shields Painting has the resources and reliability to efficiently get the job done the first time. That way, you can focus on serving your customers, not having your business repainted.
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Healthcare Location Painting
From walk-in clinics to long-term care facilities, Shields Painting is sensitive to your patients' needs. We know you must protect your patient's privacy while maintaining productivity. Our approach to healthcare location painting centers around your schedule to avoid disruptions in care.


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Apartment Complex Painting
Erase signs of wear and make your apartment complex or multi-family building a more desirable place to live with a stunning, professional paint job.
Florida's Most Trusted Painting Contractor
Shields Painting has been in the business since 1968. In a world where so much has changed, we are proud to uphold the ideals that make us successful: hard, honest work, getting the job done right, and excellent customer service. Providing you with trustworthy, quality work will always take priority over rushing through a project to serve the next customer. That is just not the way we choose to do business.
As professionals dedicated to perfection, we strive to provide a unique painting experience for every customer - one that focuses on their needs and desires instead of our own. Whether you need residential painting for your home or commercial painting for your business, we encourage you to reach out today to speak with our customer service team. Whether you have big ideas about a new paint project or need our expertise and guidance, we look forward to hearing from you soon.

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Florida's new chief resilience officer visits Hernando Beach as part of this statewide tour
Jessica Meszaroshttps://wusfnews.wusf.usf.edu/environment/2022-02-11/floridas-new-chief-resilience-officer-visits-hernando-county-as-part-of-a-statewide-tour
Among the main infrastructure issues Hernando wants to address: Building elevation and coastline preservation. Florida’s new chief resilience officer toured Hernando County last week. He's visiting local communities throughout the state to discuss resiliency goals.In November, Gov. Ron DeSantis appointed Wesley Brooks as the state's new chief resilience officer, after nearly two years of not having a full-time person in the position.Brooks was director of federal affairs at the Florida Department of Environmental...
Among the main infrastructure issues Hernando wants to address: Building elevation and coastline preservation.
Florida’s new chief resilience officer toured Hernando County last week. He's visiting local communities throughout the state to discuss resiliency goals.
In November, Gov. Ron DeSantis appointed Wesley Brooks as the state's new chief resilience officer, after nearly two years of not having a full-time person in the position.
Brooks was director of federal affairs at the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, and he also worked with U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio on environmental initiatives.
The governor's office said in an email that Brooks is meeting with local officials across the state to learn about their specific regional needs.
“Governor DeSantis created the Chief Resilience Officer position with the direction to coordinate statewide response to better prepare for the environmental, physical, and economic impacts of flooding in Florida,” said Jared Williams, deputy communications director for DeSantis’ office.
“To implement this mission, Dr. Wes Brooks has been visiting, and will continue to visit and coordinate with, local communities throughout the state to discuss our shared resiliency goals, including recently in Hernando County.”
James Coleman, Hernando County's emergency manager, said he discussed flooding and sea level rise with Brooks, as Hernando is in the Withlacoochee River Basin.
"One of the things that Dr. Brooks brought up was, we're not just looking at coastal flooding and incidents of that nature, but also inland flooding," he said.
Brooks toured Hernando County Fire Station #6, which is being demolished and rebuilt to the basic flood elevation of 15 feet.
"From there, we went and looked at a home that's being elevated … put on piers or stilts, and it's right at the water's edge. It's one of these homes that has a canal that comes right up to the back of the house,” he said, adding that it’s part of the mitigation and remediation that needs to take place, especially in older communities.
The county wants to also focus on finding ways of preserving the coastline.
Coleman said he’s hoping to get some grant funding through The Resilient Florida Program, legislation that was signed into law in May. It ensures coordination in coastal and inland resiliency.
“Dr. Brooks, talked at length about the grant programs that The Resilience Program is coming out with — they're usually 50/50 grants, and they can be used for projects or for planning purposes,” he said.
The governor recently announced the award of more than $404 million for 113 projects through the program.
“One of the things that the governor mentioned was, he was going to try to leverage that $404 million into over $800 million, with the rest of the state budget with monies that could be appropriated towards the resiliency of the state. So that is really exciting. I mean, that's almost a billion dollars,” said Coleman.
In thinking about storm preparation, he said counties across the state are “all in it together.”
“When these storms hit, it's a regional approach to response and recovery,” he said. “Hernando County doesn't do by themselves. We get with Citrus County, Sumter, Pasco, Pinellas. I mean, everybody jumps in together and it's a regional approach to wherever the disaster hits.”
Hernando Sheriff Office uses drones to solve cases from the sky
Katya Guillaumehttps://www.baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2022/05/04/hernando-sheriff-office-solve-cases-from-the-sky
A suicide threat in Hernando County was resolved recently, and Sheriff’s Office officials say it was thanks to a drone. They say that is just one example of how the drones are being used in law enforcement.What You Need To Know Hernando County's Unmanned Aerial Systems Unit was launched about two years ago, and so far, officials say the drones have been deployed more than 200 times.Technology has evolved quite a bit since Cpl. Michael Woodward joined the Sheriff’s Office 10 years ago, when t...
A suicide threat in Hernando County was resolved recently, and Sheriff’s Office officials say it was thanks to a drone. They say that is just one example of how the drones are being used in law enforcement.
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Hernando County's Unmanned Aerial Systems Unit was launched about two years ago, and so far, officials say the drones have been deployed more than 200 times.
Technology has evolved quite a bit since Cpl. Michael Woodward joined the Sheriff’s Office 10 years ago, when the department did not have a drone unit.
The 47-year-old jokes that he entered the academy later than most usually do, but that didn't affect his desire to serve.
“It’s the old cliché," he told Bay News 9's Katya Guillaume. "I wanted to help people and when I got in, I wanted to do it for a long time.”
He started off as a patrol officer and climbed his way up to corporal when he joined the Unmanned Aerial Systems Unit.
“Days are great," he said "You really get out there and really get to help the good people.”
Woodward said a lot has changed since his academy days, but one of the biggest changes he's seen was introducing the idea of using drones in the department two years ago.
“I like to keep our agency on the cutting edge and do new things," he said, adding that his current job is something he never thought he’d be doing.
“When I go to thinking about what the future would bring, I knew that this was an up and coming thing, so it was just something that I tried, and I grew interested in it from there," Woodward said.
He started the program with just five drones, but now has 11 total and a handful of deputies operating them throughout the county.
“There are restrictions like our Brooksville airport and stuff, but we have waivers that allow us to fly within that jurisdiction if need be," he said, noting that the unit is always ready to go at a moment’s notice.
“All of our vehicles, the majority of them are set up with command cabinets," he said. "We can be on scene and set up this whole command cabinet with the screens and everything within a matter of minutes.”
“As quick as we can get this deployed, could be the difference between saving somebody’s life and not,” he added.
Woodward said while that’s always been the goal, this new technology goes even further to help law enforcement officers protect themselves and others on dangerous calls.
Right now the officials with the Hernando County Sheriff's Office say the drones are deployed about 10 times a month to help out on calls.
The oldest building in Hernando County may be gone for good
Katya Guillaumehttps://www.baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2022/03/02/the-oldest-building-in-hernando-county-may-be-gone-for-good
EDITOR'S NOTE: Spectrum Bay News 9 reached out to the property owner for comment and did not hear back by the time story was published.They have now told us they did plan to build a parking lot, but there was also an exclusive offer to donate the building to the Hernando Historical Museum.However, both parties could not agree on a timeline.BROOKSVILLE, Fla. — Downtown Brooksville is known for its history and historical sites.Preserving the old has been a goal for organizers and event planners in the area....
EDITOR'S NOTE: Spectrum Bay News 9 reached out to the property owner for comment and did not hear back by the time story was published.
They have now told us they did plan to build a parking lot, but there was also an exclusive offer to donate the building to the Hernando Historical Museum.
However, both parties could not agree on a timeline.
BROOKSVILLE, Fla. — Downtown Brooksville is known for its history and historical sites.
Preserving the old has been a goal for organizers and event planners in the area.
The Garrison House is believed to be the oldest building in the area — and it’s hanging on by a thread.
Local historians and residents are not happy with its condition. Chris Rhodes has studied history for years.
“A lot of historians believe that this was here when the Garrison’s first moved to Hernando in 1830-1840s. This is one of the pioneers of Brooksville,” he said.
Rhodes said he’s proud to call Brooksville home because of its history.
“Oh my God, this is devastating,” he said while looking at the torn-down home.
“Which is something that Brooksville just doesn’t need,” Rhodes said.
He understands the owners have a right to do what they want with their property, but he thinks there are so many other possibilities to preserve this piece of history.
“This doesn’t have to be a home,” he continued on. “It could be a restaurant, it could be a small business, it could be a small retail shop, it could be a photo studio again.”
Back in the 20s, Albert Haskell, a well-known photographer, turned the house into his ‘Photo Shop.’
Rhodes said now is the time to bring back Brooksville’s old charm, not tear it down.
“As the downtown area is starting to revitalize and reawaken the heart of Brooksville, it’s monstrous to have this occur,” Rhodes expressed.
“This property needs love. This property needs to be respected.”
A grant was filed in 2021 by Brooksville Main Steet to protect and save the property by moving it, but the owners did not agree to the timeline, so the old home will be gone forever.
Spectrum Bay News 9 reached out to the property owner for comment. They said they did plan to build a parking lot, but there was also an exclusive offer to donate the building to the Hernando Historical Museum.
However, both parties could not agree on a timeline.
Hernando Christian Baseball is small group with big dreams
Chris Torellohttps://www.baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2022/04/25/hernando-christian-baseball-is-small-group-with-big-dreams
BROOKSVILLE, FL.— Hernando Christian Academy may not be a household name, but the school's baseball game is as good as anyone.“We have a bunch of guys out here who could play college baseball,” said junior center fielder, and team captain, Matthew Biel. “The talent is there, our catcher, first baseman, shortstop. I feel like everybody could go on to the next level.”The Lions are having one of their best seasons in over a decade. Head coach Garrett Mikkola credits the closeness of his small t...
BROOKSVILLE, FL.— Hernando Christian Academy may not be a household name, but the school's baseball game is as good as anyone.
“We have a bunch of guys out here who could play college baseball,” said junior center fielder, and team captain, Matthew Biel. “The talent is there, our catcher, first baseman, shortstop. I feel like everybody could go on to the next level.”
The Lions are having one of their best seasons in over a decade. Head coach Garrett Mikkola credits the closeness of his small team.
“It’s an awesome group,” said Mikkola. “We have 12 of us this year, kind of down from the past where we would have 15, but a great group of guys and I wouldn’t trade them for anything,
The team can hit, play good defense, and, perhaps most important to high school baseball, they have an ace on the mound.
Johnny Giannie may not look intimidating at 5’7” 120 lbs., but this pitcher can bring the heat. He also enjoys dictating the pace of the game.
“Starting the game and getting my rhythm going,” said the senior. “Getting to control the game, I love it.”
“He hits his spots, he makes hitters miss, and all around he’s just solid,” said junior catcher Larson Lott.
“He doesn’t shy away,” said coach. “I will sit down with my pitchers and ask them what type of game they want to have and he always says ‘let me take the big dog’ for that week.”
Mikkola has a full squad of guys ready to step up and challenge anyone. He knows firsthand what it’s like to do big things at a little school. Mikkola went to HCA and helped the Lions win a Sunshine State Athletic Conference championship back in 2009. That was their last one until a couple weeks ago, when the Lions captured the SSAC 6A title.
“It was amazing, that feeling of doing it with these guys, with my guys, not a group of guys that were brought in from somewhere else,” said Mikkola. “To do it with the guys I’ve had for 4, 5, 6 years, it was really special and amazing to win it with them.”
The Hernando Christian Academy Lions are fine playing the underdog. They understand it’s easy to overlook them. But winning a state title changes perception. And if someone didn’t know HCA before, they’ll certainly have to remember the name now, thanks to a small group, with a big dream, on a baseball field.
DOH-Hernando partners with Nomi Health to provide no-cost COVID-19 Testing at Fairgrounds
Ashley D. Thomashttps://hernando.floridahealth.gov/newsroom/2021/08/FairgroundsTesting.html
Brooksville Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Hernando County (DOH-Hernando) has partnered with Nomi Health to provide no-cost, COVID-19 testing at the Hernando County Fairgrounds beginning Thursday, August 12, 2021. The drive-thru site will be open 7 days a week, from 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.Appointments are highly recommended to avoid wait times. To make an appointment visit https://testing.nomihealth.com/...
Brooksville Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Hernando County (DOH-Hernando) has partnered with Nomi Health to provide no-cost, COVID-19 testing at the Hernando County Fairgrounds beginning Thursday, August 12, 2021. The drive-thru site will be open 7 days a week, from 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Appointments are highly recommended to avoid wait times. To make an appointment visit https://testing.nomihealth.com/signup/fl.
“We are seeing an increase in positive cases among residents who are not vaccinated,” Florida Department of Health Administrator Robin Napier shared. “The Health Department has collaborated with Nomi Health, a COVID-19 testing and vaccination provider, to offer no-cost testing to the community. The site will supplement our pharmacies and medical providers in Hernando County who have been overwhelmed with the demand for testing.”
The testing site entrance is on the back side of the Fairgrounds, entering from Oliver Street. Residents should be prepared to stay in their vehicles while awaiting testing. Restroom facilities will not be available. Only people who are being tested should be in the vehicle with the exception of parents, guardians, or caregivers. No pets are permitted in the vehicle during tests.
If you’re experiencing non-life-threatening symptoms or think you’ve been exposed to COVID-19, contact your health care provider or make an appointment for a COVID-19 test. Self-isolate until you receive confirmation of your results to help slow the spread.
Symptoms of COVID-19 may include:
For more information on Nomi Health, visit: https://nomihealth.com/ or call 904-295-0562 to reach a customer service agent.
Additional testing and vaccine locations
Local and commercial pharmacies, as well as our community health care providers (health centers, urgent cares, physicians, hospitals, etc.) continue to offer COVID-19 testing throughout Hernando County. Individuals can find COVID-19 Testing Sites in Hernando County on the DOH-Hernando website and on the DOH COVID-19 Testing Sites Locator. It is recommended that residents call prior to arrival to ensure they meet any guidelines required by the provider. COVID-19 testing is not available at the health department.
DOH-Hernando continues to urge all eligible individuals (including those who have already had COVID-19 and recovered) to get vaccinated against COVID-19. Per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective, and they protect people from getting sick or severely ill with COVID-19. For frequently asked questions about COVID-19 vaccination, visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/faq.html.
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