As the president and co-founder of a very successful restoration firm, formerly Gitane Waterproofing & Painting, operating in San Francisco over the past twenty-five years, Tom Lewis is proud to introduce you to a new "professional experience." You’ll find his enthusiasm for what his company does thoroughly refreshing and vibrantly creative.

Tom has assembled a team of highly experienced employees with expertise in painting, masonry, metal restoration and safety management, including lead paint removal. Completed projects are varied and numerous, but to list just some examples are the following: cleaning and restoration of San Francisco City Hall dome; Park Hill Condominiums; San Francisco Opera House; Levis Plaza; 101 Lombard; 2275 Broadway and 2240 Hyde Street in San Francisco.

Current projects underway include working on the restoration of the San Francisco Ferry Building.

The Lewis Restoration team is committed to giving its clients fast, affordable access to the latest technologies in waterproofing, painting, and masonry restoration within an industry that is rapidly changing. As members and officers within several leading international associations, this company is part of the new technology that offers the latest innovations in the field. As government advisors in the regulatory industry, they know what it takes to create an organized, safe and regulated work environment.

We have been a part of establishing the standard for renovation in San Francisco and the Bay Area over the past twenty-five years. From the Victorian revival of the 1970’s to the civic restoration of the 1990’s we have been there every step of the way. Our experience in commercial renovation is unique and covers hundreds of completed projects. We are ready and willing to share our experience and expertise with you. Whether your property is historic, civic, or commercially significant we will provide the full resources of our staff to deliver value-enhancing solutions for your property.


Yours truly,

Tom Lewis
Owner