Lisa Pizzo

Prep-Rite Coatings & Contracting

Welcome to the team behind Prep-Rite Coatings & Contracting, where exceptional craftsmanship meets unwavering commitment to client satisfaction. Leading the charge is Lisa Pizzo, Owner and President of this family-grown powerhouse that has become one of Colorado’s most trusted names in painting and contracting.

With headquarters in Golden and a second thriving location in Colorado Springs, Prep-Rite Coatings & Contracting has earned its reputation the old-fashioned way: by showing up on time, doing the job right the first time, and treating every project — whether it’s a high-rise apartment complex or a single-family home — like it’s their own.

From Startup to Colorado Powerhouse: 16 Years of Growth

Lisa didn’t inherit this company. She built it from the ground up. Over the past sixteen years, she has transformed Prep-Rite Coatings & Contracting from a determined startup into a multi-location operation that proudly serves residential, multi-family, commercial, industrial, and HOA clients across the Front Range and beyond.

Her expertise is comprehensive and hands-on, spanning interior and exterior painting, full-scale carpentry, concrete sealing and coating, drywall repair and texturing, and virtually any project that demands precision, durability, and an unwavering eye for detail. Lisa’s leadership ensures that every crew upholds the exacting standards she established on day one — standards that have turned first-time customers into lifelong partners.

A Passion That Still Burns Bright

What truly sets Lisa apart in an industry often filled with large, impersonal firms is her genuine, infectious love for what she does. After all these years, she still says with unmistakable enthusiasm, “I love owning and operating Prep-Rite Coatings & Contracting every day. It gives me great joy to watch our company grow.”

That passion is palpable on every job site: in the pride taken in a perfectly prepped surface, the satisfaction of a color that exceeds the client’s vision, and the quiet confidence that the finished work will withstand Colorado’s harsh sun, wind, and snow for years to come.

Life Beyond the Job Site

Behind the entrepreneurial drive is a woman who values balance and family above all. Lisa and her husband Chris are a true team, both at home and in business. Together, they are raising two children while managing the joyful chaos of two dogs and two cats.

When she’s not reviewing estimates, walking job sites, or planning the next chapter of growth, Lisa recharges by traveling to new destinations, hosting community give-back events, and spending relaxed evenings surrounded by the family and friends she treasures most.

Weathering 16 Colorado Seasons — and Counting

Sixteen years in contracting means Lisa has guided Prep-Rite Coatings & Contracting through economic shifts, supply-chain challenges, and every kind of weather Colorado can deliver. Yet she has never compromised the core values that launched the company. She still vividly remembers the very first job, the late nights balancing the books, and the exhilarating leap of faith when opening the Colorado Springs location seemed almost too bold.

Today, watching branded trucks roll out from both cities, seeing familiar client names return season after season, and knowing her team goes home safe each evening — that is the reward that keeps her energized.

Why Clients Say “It Just Feels Different” With Prep-Rite Coatings & Contracting

Clients frequently remark that working with Prep-Rite Coatings & Contracting doesn’t feel like hiring a contractor; it feels like gaining a trusted partner. Much of that warmth comes directly from Lisa herself.

She’s the one who answers the phone when a stressed HOA manager needs reassurance, who spends a Saturday afternoon helping a homeowner choose the perfect shade, and who celebrates with the crew when a massive commercial project finishes ahead of schedule and under budget.

The Vision Moving Forward

Looking ahead, Lisa’s vision remains crystal clear: continue raising the standard for professional painting and contracting throughout Colorado. That means investing in the best people, embracing the latest low-VOC and eco-friendly products, expanding capabilities without ever sacrificing quality, and never forgetting that behind every contract is a person who simply wants their space to look and feel its absolute best.

Whether you manage a 300-unit complex facing a full exterior repaint, you’re a homeowner ready to fall in love with your house again, or you’re a facilities director who needs a contractor you can truly count on, you’ve found the right team. At the helm is Lisa Pizzo — a Colorado original who has built a company one satisfied client, one flawless finish, and one grateful team member at a time.

Welcome to Prep-Rite Coatings & Contracting. Welcome to the standard Lisa Pizzo set — and never stops raising. Contact Lisa and her team today to get started with their services.

Lisa Pizzo, Owner