For Personal Service, Call/Text Gary Sutton 404.904.5680,
TF 800.469.1776
PCS Offers Hands-On and In-Person Training Only.
2026 Training Programs. Course Supplies Included!
- DIY Workshops 1/2 & 1 Day
- Brush & Roll Basics 1 Day
- Paint Application 101 2 Day
- Paint Application 102 3 Day
- Quality Control Basics 1 Day
- PCS QC Certification 2 Day
- Airless Spray Painting 2 Day
- Coating Inspection Intro. 1 Day
- Industrial Coating Application
100% Approved Financing - Easy Payment Plans
Financing - All Credit Accepted
- Regardless of your credit score.
- 12 months same as cash program and pay zero interest if paid within 12 months.
- Loans up to 36 months with better rates than most credit cards.
1/2 Day DIY Workshops: Only $69.00 (or) 2 for $99.00 Afte
Interior Painting
“Is it better to hire a professional painter who uses low‑quality paint, or use high‑quality paint and do it myself"
Exterior Painting
Save 50–75% on your painting costs with PCS’s DIY training, expert project recommendations, and the confidence to tackle your own painting like a pro.
Coating Application
Exterior Wood Finishing
- Driveway & Floor Coatings
- Concrete Stains & Sealers
- Patio & Deck Coatings
- Epoxy & Texture Coating
Exterior Wood Finishing
Cabinet & Vanity Finishing
Exterior Wood Finishing
OVERVIEW:
- WEEKEND WORKSHOPS: 8:00am- 12:00pm
- WEEKDAY WORKSHOPS 8:00am- 3:30pm
Interior Wood Finishing
Cabinet & Vanity Finishing
Cabinet & Vanity Finishing
TOPICS:
- Tips, Tricks,& Techniques
- Prep, Patching and Repair
- Brush & Roller Coaching
- Primers, Sheens & Finishes
- Questions & Answers Session
Cabinet & Vanity Finishing
Cabinet & Vanity Finishing
Cabinet & Vanity Finishing
BRING:
Your Project Pictures
Questions List
Snacks/Drinks
Old Paint Clothes
HAVE SOME FUN!
PAINT APPLICATION BASICS
An easy-to-follow, informative day of learning the fundamentals of residential painting. Topics include:
- Where to begin your project
- Gathering the right tools, equipment, and supplies
- Protecting your home and valuables from unwanted paint
- Painting in an order that produces a professional-quality finish
- Detailing techniques to achieve your desired final result
Course: Brush, Roll & Painting Basics
Type: Limited Class Size
Term: 1 Day
COST: Only 849.00
Course Location: PCS Training Facility
Prerequisites: None. Accepting all skill levels, NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY
Course Description
- Surface Preparation Basics
- Paint & Primer Selection
- Brush & Roller Painting Equipment Explained
- Hands-on Brush and Roll Paint Application Basics
BRUSH & ROLL 101
Brush & Roll 101
A HANDS-ON QUICK-START GUIDE for Professional and DIYers. Americas only Complete 2 Day Course on Brush and Roll Applications. If your wanting to enter the Painting industry, paint you home, or just protect your investments, the Basics course teaches you the correct and rewarding painting application procedures, use, and selection.
Course: Brush & Roll 101
Type: Limited Class Size
Term: 2 Days (All Paints, Equipment, and Supplies Included)
Cost: $2,499.00
Course Location: PCS Training Facility
Prerequisites: None. Accepting all skill levels, NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY
Course Description
- Brush & Roller Painting Equipment Explained
- Hands-on Brush and Roll Paint Application Basics
FINANCING AVAILABLE - EASY PAYMENTS - ALL CREDIT ACCEPTED
COMBO PAINT APPLICATION 101 & 102 $4,995.00
- 5 DAY COURSE
- ALL PAINTS INCLUDED
- ALLBRUSHES,ROLLERS, TOOLS & SUPPLIES INCLUDED
BRUSH & ROLL 102
Brush & Roll 102
Designed for both professionals and DIYers, this is America’s only comprehensive three‑day course covering brush‑and‑roll application techniques, surface preparation, patching, and modern paint and primer technology. Whether you’re entering the painting industry, planning to paint your home, or looking to protect your investments, technical information is built into BRUSH & ROLL 102, along with advanced training on application equipment and a deeper understanding of professional‑grade painting practices.
Course: Brush & Roll 102
Type: Limited Class Size
Term: 3 Days (All Paints, Equipment, and Supplies Included)
Cost: $3,999.0
Course Location: PCS Training Facility
Prerequisites: Brush & Roll 101
Course Content:
- Extensive Hands-on brush and roll paint application training.
- Training using most advanced, proven, and specialty tools in the industry.
Contractor QC Basics & Certification Courses
Course: Contractor Quality Control (QC) Basics
Location Call
Type: Private Training
Term: 1 Day
Class: 8 Hour
Cost: $849.00
Course Location: PCS Training Facilities
Format: Classroom with Certificate of Completion
Prerequisites: None
Certificate of Completion Included
Course Content:
- Includes some Segments of the Hands-On Inspection Instruments Workshop
- Role of the QC Personnel, Deficiencies, Reports, Quality Control & Quality Assurance
- Specifications, Pre-Job Conference, Instrument and Visual Standards, Safety
- Surface Preparations and Application/Spray Equipment Compliance
- Ambient Conditions, Wind, Lighting, Surface Profile & Readers (steel & concrete)
- Product & Safety Data Sheets, Mixing, Surface Cleanliness, Inter-Coat Contamination
- Dry, Cure, Hardness, Holiday ⁄ Pinhole Testing, Wet Film Thickness, Dry Film Thickness
Course: PCS Contractor Quality Control (QC) Certification
Course Description: Contractor Quality Control (QC) Basics, plus Hands-on Instrument Workshop and Written Exam
Class : 2 Days
Cost: $1,499.00
Course Location: Call
Format: Classroom, QC Basics, Hands-on Workshop, Exam, and Certification Credentials
Prerequisites: None
Certificate of Certification Included
Course Description:
Includes Contractor Quality Control Basics Course, Hands-on Inspection Instruments Training, plus Certification Exam.
Course Description:
Modeled after the proven Paint and Coating Inspection Course, this version is designed with contractors in mind. Looking for an advantage when competing for contracts? A well‑developed QC Program can be the deciding factor. Through a blend of interactive instruction and practical QC instrument training, this course reassures owners that every phase of the work will be executed properly. You’ll build core technical skills, strengthen your confidence, and develop consistent QC practices. Courses can also be tailored to address the unique requirements of any customer.
INSTRUMENT WORKSHOP
Inspection Instruments Workshop
Type: Private Training
Location ALPHARETTA, GA and CITIES NATIONWIDE
CONTACT US FOR A LOCATION NEAR YOU$295.17
Term: 1 Day
Class: 8 Hour
Cost: $849.00
Course Location: 2300 Lakeview Parkway, Suite 700, Alpharetta GA 30009
Format: Classroom
Prerequisites: None
Course Content:
- Air & Surface Temp., Relative Humidity, Dew Point, Wind Speed, Ambient Data Loggers
- Instrument & Visual Standards, SSPC Standards, Moisture (wood & concrete), Lighting
- Measure and Recording Surface Profile, Replica Tape & Readers, Peak-to-Valley Height
- Surface Contaminants, Abrasive Cleanliness, Compressed Air Cleanliness, Nozzle psi.
- Holiday and Pinhole Testing (Low & High Voltage), Cure and Hardness, Gloss, Adhesion
- Type 1 & Type 2 Dry Film Thickness Gauges, Wet Film Thickness, Coating Viscosity
Course Description:
Anyone engaged in specification compliance within the paint and coatings industry will find Gary Sutton’s training to be exceptionally valuable. His comprehensive, hands‑on program provides a clear and methodical examination of inspection instruments, detailing their purpose, proper application, and the performance outcomes they are designed to verify. The instruction strengthens technical proficiency, reinforces industry best practices, and supports a higher standard of professional competency.
INSPECTION
Paint and Coating Inspection Basics Courses
Course: Paint and Coating Inspection Basics
Location ALPHARETTA, GA and CITIES NATIONWIDE
CONTACT US FOR A LOCATION NEAR YOU
Type: Private Training
Term: 1 Day
Class: 8 Hour
Cost: $1,499.00
Course Location: Call
Format: Classroom
Prerequisites: None
Course: Advanced Coating Inspection
Type: Private Training
Term: 2 Day (Can be Designed Specifically for Individual//Company needs)
Class: 8 Hour Days
Cost: $2,499.00
Course Location: 2300 Lakeview Parkway, Suite 700, Alpharetta GA 30009
Format: Classroom
Prerequisites: None
Course Content:
- Role of the Inspector, Disputes, Deficiencies, Reports, Quality Control & Quality Assurance
- Specifications, Pre-Job Conference, Instrument and Visual Standards, Safety
- Surface Salts & Defects, Compressed Air Cleanliness, Blast ⁄ Spray Equipment Compliance
- Ambient Conditions, Wind, Lighting, Surface Profile & Readers (steel & concrete)
- Product & Safety Data Sheets, Mixing, Surface Cleanliness, Inter-Coat Contamination
- Dry, Cure, Hardness, Holiday ⁄ Pinhole Testing, Wet Film Thickness, Dry Film Thickness
Course Description:
Whether you’re just entering the inspection and painting field or aiming to expand your skills, this training offers the foundation you need. You’ll develop core technical knowledge while strengthening your confidence and consistency in inspection methods and quality control. Every course can be customized to fit the unique requirements of each participant.
SPRAY PAINTING
Course: AIRLESS SPRAY PAINTING
Type: Private Training (All Paints, Equipment, and Supplies Included)
Term: 2 Days (1 Day Classroom Training, and 2 Day Hands-On Training)
Cost: $3,999.00
Course Location: PCS Training Facility
Prerequisites: BRUSH & ROLL 101 & 102
Course Description
Whether you’re just entering the painting field or aiming to sharpen your expertise, this spray application workshop will elevate your skills. Gain core technical knowledge along with hands‑on tips and techniques for proper airless spray application. Training is delivered by a Graco‑Certified Repair Technician.
Course: CONVENTIONAL SPRAY PAINTING
Type: Private Training (All Paints, Equipment, and Supplies Included)
Term: 2 Days (Classroom Training, and 2 Day Hands-On Training)
Cost: $3,499.00
Course Location: PCS Training Facility
Prerequisites: Paint & Coating Application Basics, or Facility Maintenance Painting Basics
Course Description: This workshop is designed for anyone entering the painting industry or looking to strengthen their skills. The Conventional Spray Application Workshop provides essential technical knowledge, practical tips, and hands-on techniques for effective conventional spray application. Instruction is led by a Graco Certified Repair Technician
Course Contents
- Hands-on training in conventional spray application techniques
- Safety awareness for spray painting and spray equipment
- Understanding and using pots, cups, guns, air and fluid hoses, tips and nozzles, including size selection, PSI, and adjustments
- Overview of spray equipment maintenance, operation, and basic repairs
- Introduction to different types of paint sprayers and spray-painting accessories
Included With Both Courses
- All training equipment, paints, solvents, and necessary supplies are included in the tuition.
Required Items (Not Included)
- Paint clothes, shoes, safety gear, and PPE are required. These items are available for purchase but are not included in the tuition.
Course Contents
- Hand-On Airless spray application techniques and use
- Spray painting and spray equipment safety awareness
- Pump, spray Gun, Hoses, and Tip size & selection, psi & adjustment
- Spray equipment maintenance, use & repair overview
- Paint sprayer types, and spray painting accessories
SURFACE PREPARATION
Industrial Surface Preparation Basics Course
Type: Private Training / Hands-On and Classroom
Term: 2 Day (All Equipment, and Supplies Included)
Class: 8 Hour Days
Cost: $4,999.00
Course Location: PCS Training Facility in Blairsville, GA 30512
Format: Classroom
Prerequisites: None
Course Description:
Commercial and Industrial Surface Preparation Course, You will gain core technical knowledge and confidence related to surface preparation basics, water blasting, and abrasive blast cleaning practices and procedures. This course can be designed or adapted for the specific needs of a participant. The course is recommended for those planning to participate in AMPP inspector certification courses.
COVERS COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL SURFACE PREPARATION.
Course Content:
- Hands-on use of hand tools, power tools, needle guns, and abrasive blasting equipment
- Use of Comparators, Standards, & Visual Standards
- Water Blasting equipment, size, selection, and pressure requirements
- Abrasive Blasting, pots, hoses, nozzle, and equipment types, requirements and use.
- Air, abrasive, and Surface Contamination testing