Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Commercial Painting and Maintenance Services in Australia
Higgins Coatings has been delivering commercial painting services since 1949, established as a proud Australian family-owned and operated business. Our nationwide network combines local expertise with personalized service, ensuring tailored solutions for each client's unique needs. With over 75 years of experience, we maintain industry-leading ISO tri-certification (ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001), reflecting our commitment to quality, environmental responsibility, and workplace safety. Our skilled teams handle projects of all sizes, from heritage building restoration to modern commercial developments, prioritizing safety for both our staff and clients. We specialize in commercial painting, floor rejuvenation, drone-powered building maintenance, and non-structural building services, offering cost-effective solutions that minimize disruption to operations.Our reputation is built on long-term partnerships with educational institutions, hospitality venues, and commercial property managers, supported by a track record of successful projects across Australia. Backed by decades of experience and a dedication to innovation, we provide reliable, high-quality services that meet evolving industry standards while maintaining our founding principle: the quality of service is as important as the quality of the finish.
Services
Commercial Painting
Floor Rejuvenation
Drone Washing
Building Services
Maintenance Plans
Details
- Year established: 1949
Highlights and features
- We offer nationwide coverage with personalized local service from 19+ Australian branches
- Our team develops tailored project scopes for unique facility requirements
- We maintain ISO tri-certification for quality, environmental, and safety standards
- Safety is prioritized through proactive WHS&E practices across all projects
- 75+ years of experience delivering commercial painting and maintenance solutions
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- ISO 45001
What people say
Top rate service
Completed on time
Excellent workmanship
Highly recommend
Impressive transformation
Services
Commercial Painting
Our commercial painting service delivers durable, high-quality finishes for interior and exterior projects. With skilled teams operating nationally, we handle repainting, new construction, and maintenance works while minimizing operational disruption. Clients benefit from our ISO-certified quality standards and safety-focused approach.
Floor Rejuvenation
This service transforms existing floors in 1-2 days using advanced Dr. Schutz products. Suitable for vinyl, linoleum, and luxury tiles, it offers a cost-effective alternative to replacement. Schools and commercial facilities appreciate its durability, safety compliance, and minimal downtime.
Altitude Drone Washing
Our drone-powered pressure washing safely cleans hard-to-reach building surfaces up to five times faster than traditional methods. Using eco-friendly techniques, we reduce safety risks and physical strain while delivering streak-free results for commercial facades, windows, and rooftops.
Building Services
We provide licensed non-structural building services including window/door replacement, carpet installation, and minor refurbishments. Available in most regions, these solutions maintain property aesthetics and functionality while integrating seamlessly with our painting projects.
Maintenance Plans
Our structured maintenance plans extend asset lifespan through scheduled repaints and building washes. By addressing issues early, clients reduce long-term costs by up to 400% ROI while maintaining professional appearances without major disruptions.
People
John Higgins
Chairman
John Higgins leads the board with decades of industry experience, upholding family values while guiding strategic growth across Australia's commercial painting sector.
Gerard Higgins
Managing Director
Gerard Higgins drives operational excellence as Managing Director, leveraging his deep understanding of commercial painting to maintain quality standards nationwide.
Darren Ridge
Chief Operating Officer
Darren Ridge oversees daily operations, ensuring efficient project delivery while maintaining Higgins' commitment to safety and client satisfaction across all service areas.
James Illiomanis
Chief Financial Officer
James Illiomanis manages financial strategy, providing fiscal oversight that supports Higgins' sustained growth and investment in innovative painting technologies.
Marcus Higgins
General Manager - VIC
Marcus Higgins leads Victorian operations, combining local market knowledge with national resources to deliver tailored painting solutions for commercial clients.
Questions
What commercial painting services do you offer?
We provide interior/exterior repainting, new construction painting (Victoria only), and maintenance plans using ISO-certified quality standards.
Do you service regional areas?
Yes, our 19+ branches cover metropolitan and regional locations across all Australian states and territories.
Are you ISO certified?
Yes, we hold ISO 9001 (quality), 14001 (environment), and 45001 (safety) certifications.
Can you handle urgent projects?
We offer after-hours work and flexible scheduling to meet tight deadlines while maintaining quality standards.
What flooring types can be rejuvenated?
Our process works on sheet vinyl, luxury vinyl tiles, linoleum, safety flooring, and rubber surfaces.
