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 Lecanto, 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 Lecanto, 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 Lecanto, 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 Lecanto, 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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Comings & Goings: Three Starbucks headed to Citrus
Michael Bateshttps://www.chronicleonline.com/news/local/comings-goings-three-starbucks-headed-to-citrus/article_33431f8e-5297-5b3b-bb24-af534f84ac72.html
Today, no less than three of the chain’s coffee houses are headed this way – all in various stages of development. And they’re scattered enough so residents will be close to one no matter where they live in the county. Get more from the Citrus County Chronicle So if you’re a fan of the Seattle-based chain, check this out:Crystal River: This one is going up along State Road 44, across from Dunkin Donuts and just west of the Coney Island.Status: Currently in the planning stagesLecant...
Today, no less than three of the chain’s coffee houses are headed this way – all in various stages of development. And they’re scattered enough so residents will be close to one no matter where they live in the county.
Get more from the Citrus County Chronicle
So if you’re a fan of the Seattle-based chain, check this out:
Crystal River: This one is going up along State Road 44, across from Dunkin Donuts and just west of the Coney Island.
Status: Currently in the planning stages
Lecanto: It’s headed to the Target-anchored Shoppes at Black Diamond, along with scores of other stores and restaurants.
Status: Under construction
Inverness: A standalone is coming to State Road 44, at the former Insight Credit Union site, near RaceTrac.
Status: Under construction
More coffee
Scooters Coffee is familiar with Midwesterners and will soon be with Citrus Countians.
This drive-thru-only place will be built on the north side of State Road 44, adjacent to the Suncoast Credit Union.
Scooter’s mission is exactly what the name implies: to get a customer’s order and have them scoot on their way in no more than three minutes. Scooters has been around for more than 20 years and has 300 locations in the country.
The project is still in the early stages.
Shoppes at Black Diamond
Now that the plethora of retailers and restaurants have been announced, it’s become a waiting game.
Construction has begun on the northwest corner of County Roads 491 and 486, future home of Target, Aldi, Panera, Texas Roadhouse, 7-Eleven and Tropical Cafe.
Several reasons have been cited for the retail growth spurt at that corner. It’s in the center of the county, so it’s within easy driving distance from Inverness, Crystal River, Beverly Hills, Homosassa and Dunnellon.
Also, the Suncoast Parkway will have an interchange on County Road 486, near the retailers.
“This again just reinforces that area as being the up-and-coming area for commercial development,” Joe Cappuccilli, broker with Gulf to Lakes Real Estate Inc., said recently.
Chipotle Mexican Grill
This eatery is close to completion, and it will be the chain’s first restaurant in Citrus County.
Located at 911 Main St. in Inverness, Chipotle specializes in tacos, burritos, quesadillas and burrito bowls that are made-to-order in front of customers.
The franchise is at the same spot that used to be home to Joe’s Family Restaurant.
Chipotle has 211 restaurants in Florida and over 3,000 globally
Michael D. Bates is a staff writer with the Citrus County Chronicle and can be reached at mbates@chronicleonline.com.
Citrus deputy still in critical condition after being hit by driver near Lecanto High
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The sheriff's office said Deputy Andy Lahera had surgery Tuesday on both his legs.LECANTO, Fla. — A Citrus County deputy is still in critical condition after he was hit by a driver as he was directing traffic following a graduation ceremony at Lecanto High School, the sheriff's office said.The agency's latest update on Deputy Andy Lahera...
The sheriff's office said Deputy Andy Lahera had surgery Tuesday on both his legs.
LECANTO, Fla. — A Citrus County deputy is still in critical condition after he was hit by a driver as he was directing traffic following a graduation ceremony at Lecanto High School, the sheriff's office said.
The agency's latest update on Deputy Andy Lahera reveals the school resource deputy underwent surgery Tuesday on both of his legs and while he remains in critical condition, he is considered "stable."
The accident happened just after 9 p.m. on May 23 at the intersection of South Lecanto Highway and Saunders Way in Lecanto near the high school. Lahera was directing traffic at the time when a driver hit him.
He immediately received life-saving measures before being rushed to the hospital via a helicopter. The sheriff's office said he suffered multiple broken bones, fractures, abrasions and internal injuries as a result of the crash.
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On Wednesday morning, Sheriff Mike Prendergast released the following statement:
"Andy had surgery on both of his legs yesterday. The surgery went well, and he is now back in his room surrounded by his family and medical care team," Prendergast said. "With his wife by his side, Andy listened to the Night of Prayers for Deputy Lahera' at Seven Rivers Church. His family greatly appreciates this massive outpouring of love from our community. Please keep praying for Andy and ask our Lord and Savior to wake him up."
He remains unconscious at this time, the agency added.
The Florida Deputy Sheriff's Association launched a GoFundMe for the Lahera family. Those who are interested in donating can do so by clicking here. FOP 164 has organized a meal train with all proceeds going toward Lahera's family. Anyone who wishes to donate can click here.
Lahera has been working with the Citrus County Sheriff's Office for 14 years and has been a school resource deputy since 2018 with his current assignment at Lecanto Middle School.
Mertailor's Mermaid Aquarium Encounter makes a splash on Netflix in new documentary
Calvin Lewishttps://www.baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2023/05/28/mertailor-s-mermaid-aquarium-encounter-making-a-splash-on-netflix-in-new-documentary
SHARECITRUS CO., Fla. — A one-of-a-kind experience is getting a new level of attention.Mertailor’s Mermaid Aquarium Experience in Lecanto is featured in a brand-new, four-part documentary series on Netflix called ‘Merpeople.'What You Need To Know The road-side attraction is known worldwide for its mermaid tales and spectacular mermaid shows.“This is basically where, what we say, the world transforms.”Inside the encounter, visitors are transported to ano...
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CITRUS CO., Fla. — A one-of-a-kind experience is getting a new level of attention.
Mertailor’s Mermaid Aquarium Experience in Lecanto is featured in a brand-new, four-part documentary series on Netflix called ‘Merpeople.'
What You Need To Know
The road-side attraction is known worldwide for its mermaid tales and spectacular mermaid shows.
“This is basically where, what we say, the world transforms.”
Inside the encounter, visitors are transported to another world. For owner Eric Ducharme, it’s more than a business- it’s a way of life.
“It’s just very passionate for me," he says. "As much as I love mermaid tales, I love all the marine life and I love allowing our guests to learn about them.”
Eric grew up in Citrus County and remembers watching the mermaids perform at Weeki Wachee Springs as a child that sparked his interest in making mermaid costumes. What started as a passion quickly became a life project of his.
“I just got a little bit obsessed with the aquarium thing and then I started bringing in more," said Ducharme. "Then I thought let’s open up an educational aquarium and let’s open up a small facility in Citrus County.”
That obsession turned into what you see today. A full-scale aquarium featuring not only marine wildlife but rescued macaws and other species of parrots.
And behind-the-scenes a mermaid tail warehouse.
“We do everything in house so we also print off all of our fabric and things like that. It starts off as a white base and then we actually sublimate it onto various fabrics that all of our tails are made from.”
Tails of all sorts of shapes and sizes are carefully crafted. Ducharme says they sell thousands each year.
“Whether it’s a grandparent buying something for a child or whether it’s a mom or dad who want to be mermaids. There is no age restriction on being a mermaid or a merperson.”
Just as popular as their tales are the mermaids wearing them. Shows take place where families can sit and watch as magic comes to life.
“When they put their little hands up to the glass or you can see them kind of jumping, getting excited, maybe doing a twirl- it gets you just as excited and it helps you believe there’s magic still in the world,” said Ann Marczynski, a mermaid performer.
The show takes place in the aquarium’s largest tank featuring some of its most exotic fish. From the small frys to the larger scale.
“To see a ray in your face, that close, is really cool," says Serena Stremplewski, another mermaid performer. "They’re super friendly. Even when we don’t have our mask on, you can still make out which kind of fish swimming by you and it’s really cool.”
With the aquarium being featured in a new Netflix documentary series, Eric is busy focusing on the future.
“We’ll have larger exhibits, we’ll have more room for things to grow and call mertailor its permanent home, work on more conservation projects and environmental projects as well.”
Until then, for Eric, it’s all about the simple joys.
“It’s really fun to watch families come in here and see what they’re drawn to and how they interact with various things. It’s a very fulfilling experience.”
Fulflilling for visitors and for the man behind it all.
Light Up Citrus annual Fall light show continues through Oct. 31
NANCY KENNEDYhttps://www.chronicleonline.com/news/local/light-up-citrus-annual-fall-light-show-continues-through-oct-31/article_51986e82-6395-54b3-bb70-d2155b99c6f3.html
Where else can you see a huge singing pumpkin and a light show with synchronized lights and more than 26 songs?Only at the home and property of light show creator Frank Simmons, 745 N. Heathrow Drive, Lecanto for the annual Light Up Citrus October light show.The free show, which continues nightly through Oct. 31, begins at dark (NOT dusk), around “7:30 p.m.-ish.” The timers turn on automatically.Each night’s show runs for four hours, weather permitting. If there’s lightning – no light show....
Where else can you see a huge singing pumpkin and a light show with synchronized lights and more than 26 songs?
Only at the home and property of light show creator Frank Simmons, 745 N. Heathrow Drive, Lecanto for the annual Light Up Citrus October light show.
The free show, which continues nightly through Oct. 31, begins at dark (NOT dusk), around “7:30 p.m.-ish.” The timers turn on automatically.
Each night’s show runs for four hours, weather permitting. If there’s lightning – no light show.
The outdoor “stay in your vehicle” event is free to the public.
It also includes a toy drive to benefit the Citrus Abuse Shelter Association (CASA). Donations of new, unwrapped toys can be placed in the donation box on the porch.
“Value of the toy is not important,” Simmons wrote on the Light Up Citrus Facebook page. “What is important is that it will be benefiting a LOCAL Citrus County charity that helps families throughout the year.”
Monetary donations to help cover the cost of Light Up Citrus light show events are also welcome, but not required.
There is a monetary donation box halfway up the driveway on the tree.
Before you go, Simmons adds these tips:
About the music
Please be advised that this is a much HEAVIER version of our light shows. This is NOT a “traditional” Halloween event; it is a lightshow. Although there are a few Halloween favorites in the playlist, this show is not dedicated specifically to Halloween and has much heavier music than our traditional Christmas light shows do.
It may not be to all viewers’ liking. However, If you enjoy a wide range of music genres including metal, rock, pop and a bit of hip hop – all clean versions of songs – then THIS is the show for you!
For a complete list of the songs in this year’s show, you can reach out to us in advance.
While attending the shows
For the enjoyment of everyone, if you back in across the street, TURN YOUR HEADLIGHTS OFF. The show is best viewed in the dark.
You can utilize the parking areas further down from the display on both sides of the road. There are speakers within the display to hear the show as well.
Also please do NOT park in neighbors’ driveways or yards or use them as a turnaround point.
Because our goal is to unite the community through joy, happiness and giving back through charity, we ask that people please respect us and our neighbors and keep your radio volume turned down.
For their safety, please DO NOT allow children to run in the street or in our driveway.
This year’s Trunk or Treat event
This year is the third annual and final free Trunk or Treat night at this location, from 7-9 p.m. Oct. 28.
As Simmons explained, next year they are planning to move the Trunk or Treat to a larger venue, as it is just becoming too popular for the neighborhood.
The light shows will remain at the same location; just the Trunk or Treat event will move to a better fitting location.
That said, Simmons said this year’s Trunk or Treat night will have more characters than ever, with more local businesses contributing than ever before.
“Guests” include Batman, Darth Vader, Boba Fett, a Stormtrooper, Deadpool, Michael Myers, The Hocus Pocus Witches, Ghostbusters, Village Belle, Multiple Pirates and even Willow The Unicorn, with more guests being added. Also, there will be a Ghostbusters car and a Lightning McQueen car.
Find directions/map for LightUpCitrus on Google Maps, 745 N. Heathrow Drive, Lecanto, in Kensington Estates.
For more information and behind the scene videos, please like and follow the Light Up Citrus Facebook page (www.facebook.com/Lightupcitrus). Message your questions through the Facebook page.
Nancy Kennedy can be reached at 352-564-2927 or by email at nkennedy@chronicleonline.com.
D-SNAP location opening in Citrus County for people affected by Hurricane Idalia
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The new site, located in Lecanto, will open its doors on Friday, Sept. 28 and stay running until Sunday, Oct. 1.Credit: 10 Tampa BayLECANTO, Fla. — The Florida Department of Children and Families announced Wednesday a Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) is opening in Citrus County this week."D-SNAP provides food assistance for Florida residents impacted by Hurricane Idalia who are not receiving food assistance b...
The new site, located in Lecanto, will open its doors on Friday, Sept. 28 and stay running until Sunday, Oct. 1.
Credit: 10 Tampa Bay
LECANTO, Fla. — The Florida Department of Children and Families announced Wednesday a Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) is opening in Citrus County this week.
"D-SNAP provides food assistance for Florida residents impacted by Hurricane Idalia who are not receiving food assistance benefits through the regular Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)," DCF leaders explain in the release.
The new site, located in Lecanto, will open its doors on Friday, Sept. 28, and stay running until Sunday, Oct. 1 for applicants to have an in-person interview, a news release explains.
Here's a breakdown of the location, dates and times to keep in mind:
Location: College of Central Florida, 3800 South Lecanto Highway, Lecanto, FL 34461Dates: Sept. 29 through Oct. 1Hours: 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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Anyone who lives or works in the county who pre-registered online but hasn't been able to do their D-SNAP phone interview can head over to the new location for an in-person interview instead.
In-person interviews are not required if the phone interview has already been done, according to the state agency.
Pre-registration will be reopened for people county residents and workers who didn't apply online before.
"We encourage individuals to pre-register online before coming on-site to complete their interview," DCF leaders said in the release.
Attention Citrus County: Your in-person D-SNAP interview location opens tomorrow, September 29! Please visit https://t.co/tmMXauMaQv for more information. pic.twitter.com/Lk2XuwOPEF
— Florida Department of Children and Families (@MyFLFamilies) September 28, 2023
Online pre-registration is available at www.myflfamilies.com/DSNAP starting from Friday, Sept. 29 until Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023.
According to DCF, anyone who currently receives SNAP benefits is not eligible for D-SNAP and shouldn't come to the on-site location. Here are other things to know:
To take a look at the D-SNAP schedule by county or to find details on how to apply, click here.