Get To Know Us
We're Not Just Painters.
We're Your Neighbors.
For over 30 years, we've been painting homes in Central Texas. Not because it's a job — because we genuinely love transforming houses into homes people are proud of.
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From a Single Paintbrush to
Central Texas's Trusted Name
It started with a simple belief: every homeowner deserves a painter who actually cares about their home.
Tony picked up his first brush over 30 years ago. Back then, he made a promise to himself — do the job right, treat people fairly, and never leave a customer worse off than he found them.
That promise turned into a business. And that business turned into Empire Painting — a family-owned company that's painted thousands of homes across Killeen, Fort Cavazos, Temple, and beyond.
Today, Tony and his wife Ronica still answer every call. They still show up to estimates personally. And they still treat every customer's home like it belongs to family.
30+ Years
Serving Central Texas Families
"When You Call Empire,
You Get Me."
I've been where you are. Nervous about hiring a contractor. Worried about getting ripped off. Wondering if the work will actually be done right.
That's exactly why I started Empire Painting. I wanted to be the kind of painter I'd want to hire — someone who shows up, does what they promise, and doesn't disappear when problems arise.
When you work with us, you're not getting a faceless company. You're getting me, my wife Ronica, and our hand-picked team of painters who've been with us for years.
"I give every customer my personal cell phone number. If something goes wrong, I want to know about it — and I want to fix it myself."
— Tony Ayala, Owner
Our Promise To You
The E.M.P.I.R.E. Standard
Our name isn't just a name — it's a commitment to how we treat every single homeowner.
Excellence in Every Stroke
We don't cut corners. Every surface, every coat, every detail is completed to professional standards. Because your home deserves nothing less than perfect.
Mastery Through 30+ Years
Three decades of painting homes has taught us what works. The right prep, the right products, the right technique — we've mastered it all so you don't have to worry.
Pride in Our Name
When we paint your home, we're putting our family name on it. That's why every project gets the same care we'd give our own mother's house.
Integrity Always
No hidden fees. No pressure tactics. No surprises. Just honest people doing honest work at honest prices. We'll tell you the truth, even when it's not what you want to hear.
Reliability You Can Trust
We show up when we say we will. We finish when we promise. We answer our phones. In an industry full of no-shows, we're the painters you can actually count on.
Efficiency & Respect
Your home is sacred. We work clean, protect your belongings, and treat your space like the sanctuary it is. When we leave, the only thing you'll notice is the beautiful new paint.
Why Us?
Why Central Texas Families Trust Empire
Family Values, Not Corporate Games
We're Tony and Ronica — real people who answer our own phones. No call centers, no runaround.
30+ Years of Showing Up
We've painted through recessions, booms, and everything in between. We're not going anywhere.
2-Year Warranty, No Questions
If something's not right, we fix it. Period. Your peace of mind is worth more than our convenience.
We Treat Your Home Like Ours
Booties on the floor. Drop cloths everywhere. Your furniture protected. We leave it cleaner than we found it.
Trusted by Hundreds of Central Texas Homeowners
Read our reviews and see why families recommend us to their neighbors.
Our Promise
What You Can Expect From Us
We'll show up on time — every time
We'll give you an honest price — no surprises
We'll protect your home like it's our own
We'll communicate every step of the way
We'll stand behind our work with a 2-year warranty
We'll leave your home cleaner than we found it
Where We Work
Proudly Serving Central Texas
From Killeen to Temple, we're your local painting experts.
Ready to Work With Painters
Who Actually Care?
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