History

After completing year 12 at Sacred Heart College in 1993, I found myself unsure of my future direction. Whilst a potential university placing was considered, I decided that without a strong passion in any particular vocation, it was best that commenced work whilst contemplating my future. I had always been interested in houses, and at a relatively young age often took interest in the real estate market. I was offered a casual position working for a family friend, Daniel Leonard, completing SA Housing Trust repaints. Although this was not in any way glamorous work, I found I gained a sense of satisfaction from transforming each property. My employer also invested in property, which I saw as an opportunity to learn more about the property market. He inspired me to strive to invest in property as soon as I could. Good advice, which I pass on to all of my trades people.

In 1995 I sought an apprenticeship with the Master Builders Association. This provided me with experience in all facets of painting and decorating, as well as formal qualifications gained from the Gilles Planes Institute of Tafe. My experience with a whole range of host employers, allowed me to learn a variety of painting systems encompassing them into my knowledge base. I received the Master Painters Association Apprentice of the year honors in 1996. In addition I also received a Tafe Apprentice of the year award, and a Master Builders Association Apprentice of the month award.

During my apprenticeship I was fortunate to receive several hundred dollars worth of painting equipment as part of my awards. I put it to use at every opportunity, working every weekend and many nights for family friends and others. Before long I was employing my friends to help me complete larger and larger projects. Extra money was put towards a deposit for my first house, a run down circa 1900 symmetrical cottage at Clarence Park. I purchased my home in1998 as a third year Apprentice, quickly and eagerly renovating with any spare time I had. By the time I was nearing the end of my Apprenticeship I had more than enough work to start my own business. And that's what I did.

I received my formal qualifications in 1999, and immediately obtained my builders and supervisors license. I commenced working for myself full time and immediately required the full time assistance of another person to keep up. In 2000 I became the host employer of my brother, Christian who was in the second year of his Apprenticeship with the M.B.A. From there we worked together and quickly increased the size of the business. In 2002, we gained the services of Richard Wood, a qualified cabinetmaker and carpenter. Richard took to painting quickly and allowed us to expand into a broader spectrum of repairs and maintenance.

In 2003 we received a H.I.A. Trade Contractor Award for exceptional workmanship. In 2005 Scott Foreman, another qualified cabinetmaker began working with us. As with Richard his skills developed rapidly. Dillon Ford, and Tyson Banes (former locksmith) followed shortly as our business continued to expand. Brodie and Brett Rovina (Brothers) both have extensive mechanical, and crash repair skill gained through working with their father. They have a tireless work ethic and an eye for detail. Our latest addition is Mark Dienelt, another former cabinet maker who rounds up our dynamic team.

In 2006 we changed our business name from 'Nathan Bell Painting & Decorative Arts' to 'Paintology', a name more reflective of the current business consistency. Paintology's greatest assets are its contractors. I am so proud to see the quality of work constantly produced. Glowing praise is continually forthcoming from clients, regarding their attitude, consideration, cleanliness, and professionalism.

Word of mouth is by far the best advertisement, and we would like to thank all of our former clients for their continuing referrals.