PDCA is developing industry standards, industry-specific publications and programs essential to the success of your business. From business management publications, to training and reference videos, to employee safety training programs and manuals, we are continually providing the resources contractors need to manage a successful painting company. PDCA Standards benefit the painting and decorating industry and the entire construction and design community, as well as provide consumers with an important resource for their contracts.

PDCA is focusing on legislative and regulatory affairs that directly affect the painting and decorating contractor. From working with EPA and OSHA on regulations, to monitoring environmental restrictions on paint, PDCA is actively representing the interests of all painting contractors, large and small.

PDCA is promoting the use of professional painting and decorating contractors to the consumer. The promotion of PDCA Members to the purchasing public via PDCA Find A Pro search feature on this website and the additional promotion of PDCA Accredited Companies are two examples of how we are promoting the hiring of a PDCA Professionals. Hire a Pro.

PDCA is where Contractors can benefit from Education. PDCA's Contractor College and Accreditation Program provides all contractors with top flight business and industry technical educational opportunities. Learn about PDCA's Contractor College here.

You can benefit from the experiences of fellow painting and decorating contractors from around the country through networking opportunities like PACE, the Paint and Coatings Expo. Local Chapters, State or Regional Councils, and Specialty Forums also provide networking and educational opportunities with your local PDCA Member industry leaders. You can also interact daily with other contractors in your work specialty through PDCA website message board and blogs. « less