At Tower Painters Inc., we transform worn-out chair lifts, gondolas, and trams into stunning, like-new rides. Say goodbye to rust and fading—our premium painting services ensure long-lasting protection and a sleek, professional finish. Whether it's a fresh coat or a full restoration, we’ve got you covered. Let’s give your aerial transport the upgrade it deserves—because every ride should look as smooth as it feels.
Our expert team tackles rust, fading, and wear, delivering high-altitude perfection with every coat. Elevate your lift’s appearance and durability because every ride deserves a fresh, professional look.
Premium Coatings
We use industry-leading coatings, including Modified Silicone Enamel, formulated to meet Doppelmayer’s European Standards. Whether you need RAL-standard colors or custom matching, our finishes last 5–10 years, ensuring long-lasting vibrancy.
Precision Maintenance
From rust removal to expert masking, we meticulously prep every surface before
painting. We protect windows, hydraulics, and electrical components, ensuring a flawless finish without overspray—because details make all the difference.
Expert Craftsmanship
Our skilled team of experts brings notable years of experience to every project. With precision techniques and high-quality materials, we transform your chair lifts, gondolas, and trams—delivering durability, style, and a finish that lasts.
About Us
Expert Solutions for High-Altitude Equipment
We specialize in restoring chair lifts, gondolas, and trams with precision and durability. From removing rust, stickers, and grime to applying high-quality coatings, we ensure a flawless, long-lasting finish. Our expert team tackles even the toughest jobs, delivering smooth surfaces, crisp lines, and complete coverage—because every ride deserves to look and perform at its best.
Our Services
Comprehensive Cleaning & Prep for a Fresh Look
We remove stickers, vinyl, gum, grease, rust, and blistering paint—ensuring a flawless,
smooth surface that’s ready for a fresh, long-lasting finish.
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Painting and Restoring
Over time, the paint wears down, leaving ski lifts looking faded and worn. For older lifts, we carefully preserve as much of the original paint as possible before applying a fresh, durable coat, making them look brand new. Want to update your color scheme? We handle both single and multi-color projects. If you’ve been told, “That can’t be painted,” you haven’t met us yet.
Bolt Tightening
Tram and ski lift towers require regular bolt tightening to maintain safety and stability. Our expert crew—ski bums at heart—thrives on tackling high-altitude challenges, tightening bolts at 300 feet with precision and power. With a six-foot torque wrench delivering 890 foot-pounds of force, we ensure your lifts are secure and ready for action—just not during ski season.
Before / After
Give your ski lift a face lift
Our Team
Meet the Team Behind the Paint
Robert – Passion Turned Profession
Jeff – The Quality Expert
- Jeff is Tower Painters lead painter.
- He pays top notch attention to detail.
- Jeff really enjoys working on the mountain and is happy to be there.
- He is friendly and easy to work with.
- And will do whatever it takes to get the job done.
Graham – A Life of Paint & Passion
Paint the impossible
Tower Painters
Tower Painters in 80 seconds
Tower Painters is dedicated to making old ski lifts look new, and new modern ski lifts look fresh, as well as carrying on the ski area’s color scheme. We’ll also tighten your bolts on your lifts if you’d like!
We paint ski lifts, gondolas, and trams
Our team consists of Robert, Jeff, and Graham. We each have a unique role in this company.
Our Achivement
Tower Painting Services That Protect and Last
The towers experience daily exposure to sunlight, rain, wind, and rusting. Paint begins to deteriorate after extended time periods. Steel material begins its process of corrosion at this point. The expert tower painting work makes its most significant impact in this area. Your tower receives complete protection through a strong paint system which also extends its lifespan.
We offer dependable tower painting services for every kind of building. Our team executes their work with carefulness and skilled ability while using appropriate equipment to achieve proper results.
Why Tower Painting Matters
The appearance of paint does not matter because it serves as protection for metal surfaces. Rusting occurs rapidly when paint loses its ability to protect. The structural integrity suffers because of this damage which results in expensive repair costs.
The effective paint application process provides several advantages through its ability to:
The process prevents rust development which results in extended tower lifespan while enhancing safety and visibility through compliance with both local regulations and industry standards while maintaining the site’s tidy appearance.
The most effective method to safeguard your property requires you to schedule regular painting.
Our Tower Painting Services
The tower painting companies provide services for all tower painting jobs. No project is too big or too small. Our crew is trained to work at height and follow strict safety steps.
Communication Tower Painting
Communication towers need strong, long-lasting coatings. The towers must remain visible at all times because they have to endure severe weather conditions.
We paint:
- Cell towers
- Radio towers
- Broadcast towers
We follow proper color patterns for communication tower painting when needed, such as aviation safety markings. Our team makes sure the coating holds up against heat, rain, and wind.
Water Tower Painting
Water towers require particular maintenance because their design needs special treatment to address their water storage and continuous moisture exposure. This results in an increased risk of rusting for the structure.
Our services include:
- We provide exterior painting services to paint water tank surfaces.
- We offer interior coating systems for inside building applications.
- We deliver cleaning services to prepare surfaces for further work.
- We provide services to remove rust from surfaces and restore damaged areas.
The tank remains protected from damage while its interior stays clean because we apply powerful yet nonhazardous coatings.
Industrial Tower Painting
The majority of locations utilize towers to provide electrical power and store equipment and deliver building support services. The towers typically have to handle chemical substances and extreme temperatures and their systems experience continuous operational demands.
We paint:
- Power plant towers
- Storage towers
- Support structures
Our team selects protective coatings that fulfill the specific requirements of your site. This protective measure helps the tower sustain its operational integrity during challenging work conditions.
Trusted Tower Painting Company
The selection process for the appropriate tower painting business needs to be done correctly because it impacts tower maintenance work. The team lacks both necessary equipment and specialized training to perform this particular type of operation. The way we operate our business makes us different from our competitors because we establish safety standards which our workers must follow.
We use only top-tier paints and coatings which meet our safety regulations. Our team members receive specialized training which prepares them for safe operations at elevated locations. We complete all projects according to their established timeframes.
Our team maintains continuous communication throughout the entire project duration. We concentrate on achieving perfect results during our first attempt because this approach reduces your expenses and your time requirements.
Our Tower Painting Process
The quality of paint application relies on proper surface preparation. Our team executes a defined approach which produces optimal outcomes.
- Inspection
We assess the tower structure which includes checking for rust and all existing paint. This process enables us to choose the appropriate procedures for our work.
- Surface Preparation
This part of our process remains vital because it serves as our fundamental procedure. We remove all existing paint together with dirt and rust through methods which include power washing and blasting.
The new paint application will create stronger adhesion and extended durability when applied to a clean surface.
- Repairs
We need to repair all damaged areas before we start the painting process. This process may require us to perform small welding tasks and complete patching projects.
- Coating Application
We apply primer and top coats based on the tower type. The team applies each coat to the surface with precision to achieve uniform coverage.
- Final Check
We inspect the work to make sure it meets our standards. Our team stays until we complete the work according to our established standards.
Safety Comes First
The work of tower painters involves dangerous tasks which require safety measures as their primary concern. The team uses three types of equipment which includes safety harness systems and fall protection gear and secure rigging equipment together with safety plans which they establish. The organization maintains complete safety compliance through continuous training of its employees which enables safe operations at both their job site and their facilities.
High-Quality Tower Paint Systems
Not all paint is the same. We use coating systems that are made for tough conditions.
These coatings help to:
- Resist rust and corrosion
- Handle heat and cold
- Stand up to UV rays
- Last for years with less upkeep
We choose the right system based on your tower type and location.
Maintenance and Repainting
Even the best paint will wear over time. Regular checks can help catch issues early.
We offer:
- Routine inspections
- Touch-up painting
- Full repainting when needed
This keeps your tower in good shape and avoids major repairs later.
Get Reliable Tower Painting Today
A strong tower needs strong protection. The implementation of high-quality tower painting delivers three benefits because it protects your property from harm and maintains your safety while reducing your costs throughout time.
Are you looking for the best water tower painting companies? Our team is ready to handle your project from start to finish. We approach every task with our particular set of skills and dedicated work ethic together with our necessary equipment for successful completion.
Contact us today to learn more about our tower painting services and get a clear plan for your tower.
FAQ
Answers To Frequently asked Questions.
At Tower Painters, ski lift painting isn’t just a job—it’s what we do best! We specialize in restoring chair lifts, gondolas, and trams, ensuring they look brand new or seamlessly match your resort’s color scheme. With over 40 years of experience, our founder, Robert, and our dedicated team guarantee smooth finishes, clean lines, and a stunning final product.
Whether your lifts are faded, peeling, or just in need of a fresh look, we’ve got you covered. And if your tram tower bolts need tightening? No problem—we do that too! We’re a nationwide operation, painting lifts from California to Alaska, Pennsylvania to New England, and everywhere in between. Our passion for what we do means you’ll always get a professional, detail-oriented experience with a personal touch. Call us, and you’ll be speaking directly with Robert—no automated systems, just real expertise ready to tackle your project.
Robert’s love for skiing started at age 4. After moving to the mountains, he landed a job maintaining ski lifts at Squaw Valley. But he wanted more ski time, so when his boss suggested he start painting ski lifts, he jumped on it! Soon, Heavenly Valley and Yan Lifts came calling, and just like that, Tower Painters was born. Now, over 40 years later, Robert and his team are still at it—bringing the same passion and expertise to every project. And yes, Robert still skis 4-5 days a week in the winter.
We’re based in Soda Springs, California, but don’t let that fool you! We’ve painted lifts in California, Alaska, Nevada, Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, Pennsylvania, and New England. No location is too far if it means delivering the best ski lift painting service in the country.
Painting a ski lift is no simple task. When you hire Tower Painters, you get:
Efficiency – We get the job done fast and right.
Expert Prep Work – We know what to paint and what to mask off.
Crisp, Clean Lines – No sloppy edges, just smooth, professional results.
Hassle-Free Experience – No stress, no mess—just a beautiful, long-lasting finish. And when it comes to bolt tightening, safety is everything. We’ve been securing tram towers hundreds of feet in the air for decades, using the best tools and techniques. You can trust us to do it right.
Call Robert at (530) 210-1056 to get started today!