Top 10 interior painting services in Arlington, VA

Porch Pro Headshot HHS Repair Services
Interior Painting
Serves Arlington, Virginia
When your windows need a tune-up, call upon the professionals at Hunters Handyman & Plumbing Services in North Chevy Chase, MD. They have earned themselves a stellar 4-star rating from satisfied customers.
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When your windows need a tune-up, call upon the professionals at Hunters Handyman & Plumbing Services in North Chevy Chase, MD. They have earned themselves a stellar 4-star rating from satisfied customers.
Porch Pro Headshot Axilbund Enterprises, Inc.
Interior Painting
Serves Arlington, Virginia
(206)
I am happy to tackle any project or odd job you may have, whether large or small, simple or complex I can handle everything from assembly to repair, from installation to replacement. Need a garbage disposal replaced? A tv mount installed? Curtains hung? Need a faucet replaced? A cabinet repair...Read more about Axilbund Enterprises, Inc.
I am happy to tackle any project or odd job you may have, whether large or small, simple or complex I can handle everything from assembly to repair, from installation to replacement. Need a garbage disposal replaced? A tv mount installed? Curtains hung? Need a faucet replaced? A cabinet repair...Read more about Axilbund Enterprises, Inc.
Porch Pro Headshot Painting Hue
Interior Painting
Serves Arlington, Virginia
(10)
"Painting Hue tackled a fairly difficult project of spraying a cypress siding house that had tongue & groove surface. They did a very good job of masking off windows and non-sprayed areas. They appeared knowledgeable and efficient in preforming the job. I am satisfied with their work."
"Painting Hue tackled a fairly difficult project of spraying a cypress siding house that had tongue & groove surface. They did a very good job of masking off windows and non-sprayed areas. They appeared knowledgeable and efficient in preforming the job. I am satisfied with their work."
Porch Pro Headshot GENESIS HOME IMPROVEMENT
Interior Painting
Serves Arlington, Virginia
(74)
With a 4-star rating, GENESIS HOME IMPROVEMENT in Long Beach, MD can resolve your window repair problems in a timely manner.
With a 4-star rating, GENESIS HOME IMPROVEMENT in Long Beach, MD can resolve your window repair problems in a timely manner.
Porch Pro Headshot Property Solutions DC INC
Interior Painting
Serves Arlington, Virginia
*** WE HAVE A FLASH SALE GOING ON. VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFO!*** propsolutionsdc.com We have over 25 years in painting commercially and residential. High quality work with a great price! We are licensed and insured, so you can count on us! We only work with the best and that allows us to gu...Read more about Property Solutions DC INC
*** WE HAVE A FLASH SALE GOING ON. VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFO!*** propsolutionsdc.com We have over 25 years in painting commercially and residential. High quality work with a great price! We are licensed and insured, so you can count on us! We only work with the best and that allows us to gu...Read more about Property Solutions DC INC
Porch Pro Headshot COLORSCAPE INC
Interior Painting
Serves Arlington, Virginia
(15)
COLORSCAPE INC is a full service design and remodel company. We provide home improvement services ranging from simple repairs and updates to complete transformations.
COLORSCAPE INC is a full service design and remodel company. We provide home improvement services ranging from simple repairs and updates to complete transformations.
Porch Pro Headshot Global Painting Solutions
Interior Painting
Serves Arlington, Virginia
Global Painting Solutions Serves D.C and the surrounding areas for all your painting needs, We strive to give our clients a quality product at a reasonable price!
Global Painting Solutions Serves D.C and the surrounding areas for all your painting needs, We strive to give our clients a quality product at a reasonable price!
Porch Pro Headshot NO VA  TECH SERVICES LLC
Interior Painting
Serves Arlington, Virginia
(1)
We at NO VA Tech Services LLC are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services from Int/Ext Painting, Drywall and Remodeling Services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find u...Read more about NO VA TECH SERVICES LLC
We at NO VA Tech Services LLC are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services from Int/Ext Painting, Drywall and Remodeling Services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find u...Read more about NO VA TECH SERVICES LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Summit Renovations, LLC
Interior Painting
Serves Arlington, Virginia
(12)
WELCOME TO SUMMIT RENOVATIONS: Summit Renovations is an exceptional resource for homeowners, realtors, property managers, insurance professionals, and investors seeking a single-source solution their remodeling, restoration, and renovation project work. ABOUT US: Summit Renovations is a full-s...Read more about Summit Renovations, LLC
WELCOME TO SUMMIT RENOVATIONS: Summit Renovations is an exceptional resource for homeowners, realtors, property managers, insurance professionals, and investors seeking a single-source solution their remodeling, restoration, and renovation project work. ABOUT US: Summit Renovations is a full-s...Read more about Summit Renovations, LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Green American Painting  and Handyman Services
Interior Painting
Serves Arlington, Virginia
(1)
Green American Painting and Handyman Services has over 20 years of experience in the market with satisfied customers everywhere we have gone. Our golden rule is to provide an excellent service.
Green American Painting and Handyman Services has over 20 years of experience in the market with satisfied customers everywhere we have gone. Our golden rule is to provide an excellent service.

Costs to paint a house

$3557 - $7458
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Frequently asked questions about interior painters

The cost for having a home’s interior will vary widely depending on a number of factors. If it’s a DIY job, the cost will include the price of spackle and spatula, drop cloths, the brushes, rollers, paint tray, the painters tape, and the price of the paint itself. The cost of the paint will vary depending on how many coats the walls require. Of course, the type of paint chosen for the job will affect the cost as well. If you prefer to call in a pro, they will come to the site and offer an estimate. The estimate will take into consideration a number of variables. The biggest variably is the size of the area that needs to be painted. Whether or not the ceiling, trims, doors, and window frames need to be painted is also part of the equation. A painting pro will assess the difficulty of the painting itself, noting whether there is intricate woodwork to be painted, and how many coats the job will take. The cost of hiring a painter per hour will also change depending on where you live, and the availability of contractors in your area.

When selecting a painter, ask for proof of their license. There are painters out there who do not have licenses, but there are many advantages to going with a licensed painter. First, it’s not simple to get a license. The painter has to prove they have a certain number of years of experience. Painters have to carry liability insurance to protect themselves from lawsuits, and to protect your property from inadvertent damage. Licensed painters must also be bonded, giving you a guarantee that if the job does not work out, you are still covered. If the painter fails to do the job, he or she may have their license revoked or suspended. Then money from the bond would be taken out to pay a painter who will get the job done. Licensing requirements vary by state.

First, collect all the tools you’ll need to paint your room. Gather spackle and spatula, drop cloths, the brushes, rollers, paint tray, sandpaper, TSP cleaner, painters tape and paint. For the paint, choose either oil- or water-based paint. Water-based paint is quick drying and fume free. However, if your walls were previously painted with oil-based paint the water-based type might not stick. Get one gallon of paint for every 400 square feet. But you can use an online paint calculator to get a more exact estimate. Then clear the room or cover all the areas that should not have paint splatters. Remove the plates from the electrical outlets. Wash the walls with TSP and a sponge, and remove anything from the walls you don’t want to paint over. Put strips of painters’ tape around outlets, trim or casings. Open the doors and windows to ventilate the room. If the walls have a high-gloss finish, sand them lightly. Apply one or two layers of primer and allow it to dry. Then sand them lightly to make the next layer of paint stick. Then use brushes and a roller to apply the paint to the walls and ceiling.

When painting a room, start at the highest place first. So, start with the ceiling because paint will drip down and can be covered over later. As for painting the trim or walls next there is a bit of debate. Many pros recommend starting by painting the trim. But others suggest that for a DYI job, it’s easier to paint the walls first, because you can allow some splatters to hit the trim which will be painted over later. So, whether you start with the walls or the trim is a matter of preference.

The length of time required to paint a room varies according to a number factors. First, how much prep does the room require? Assess how much spackling and sanding the walls will require, and how much area will need to be covered with painter’s tape. Measure the square footage that requires painting. Determine whether you will be painting with a sprayer or a roller. If a ladder is required, the job will take longer. The quality of paint being used is key to determining how long the task will take. The drying time required for the primer and paint significantly affect the time it will take to paint a room. Humidity can affect drying time. Finally, the time required will be affected by the person or people doing the painting. A lone, inexperienced painter will be slower than a pro. So, there are a number of factors to take into consideration when calculating how long it will take to paint a room. A pro can offer a time estimate along with the cost estimate with ease.

There are two types of paint for interior walls: water-based and oil based paint. Water-based paint is very flexible, dries quickly, and is fairly fume free. However, it will not stick if it is applied to an area previously painted with oil-based paint. The type of sheen the paint will offer varies, and will affect the overall look and ambiance of a room. The most common interior paint finishes (paint sheen) are flat, eggshell, satin, semi-gloss, and high-gloss. If the walls have lots of imperfections, choose a flat or matte paint. The downside of this type of paint is that it isn’t easy to clean, so you have to use it in areas where the walls aren’t likely to get spatters and fingerprints over time. As for wall color, paints are available in many different hues of many different colors. Even white is available with various color percentages. You can buy small samples of paint and brush it on the walls to see how the paint will look at various times of day. It is also possible to request a custom mixture of colors for your walls. The paint store will do the mixing. Paint used for ceilings is often more reflective than wall paint. The color of your home’s walls will contribute in a big way to the overall style and feel of your house.

Recent reviews for Arlington interior painting services

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I had numerous repairs and an appliance installation required and hired Eric (owner and operator). Every estimate given was about 1/2 or more underestimated and repeated instructions and requests (in writing and verbal) for estimates for materials and cos...

- Chris Paul
24553

Very professional and considerate. Excellent work.

- Stephanie Corbin
153944

Edwin Soto came promptly to patch and paint my drywall. He did flawless work. He was courteous and respectful of my property. Great work for the price. Thank you so much Edwin!

- Mike Miller
57799

Loved working with Mark at Genesis Home Improvement! He was courteous and timely and a great communicator! You need great communication to have a great job finished! Thank you for making our small office space into something nice niceand professions! ni...

- Misty Gordon
57674

I have used Genesis several times for various home repairs. Their customer service and speedy scheduling options are superb. The workmanship was of the highest quality and we have always been totally satisfied. I will definitely use them again and high...

- April Gowen
57649

Thanks for the great work. We've used Genesis twice and have more work planned for them.

- Scott Hook
59041

Mark and his crew did a great job! His prices are fair, he explained everything well and stayed in touch to make sure my project met my expectations.

- Patrick Ennis
57748

I have worked with Genesis Home Improvement on several projects. My projects have included replacing my roof, installing doors, shutters and gutter guards. I also hired GHI to remodel my Grandmother's bathroom. The work has always been of excellent qual...

- Yvonne Terrell
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Please be extremely careful when it comes to hiring a contractor in Virginia. I made a big mistake of not fully vetting Genesis Home Improvement. The owner's mistakes have cost me a lot of hard ache and money.

- Marianne S
57660

Quality service.

- Wallace M. Carter
57658

Genesis did an awesome job on our deck and new windows. The crew was friendly and super easy to work with.

- Ryan Bascom
92201

Only one handyman service has this title, his first name and the phone number listed. This is definitely the contractor who stole from me. Extremely unprofessional character.

- Theresa Dailey

All Interior Painters in Arlington, VA

Porch Pro Headshot Galeano & Galeano Contractors Inc
Interior Painting
Serves Arlington, Virginia
Porch Pro Headshot Briggs Painting & Carpentry Inc.
Interior Painting
Serves Arlington, Virginia
When your walls have suffered damage, you can rely on Briggs Painting Co. Inc in Damascus, MD to repair them properly.
When your walls have suffered damage, you can rely on Briggs Painting Co. Inc in Damascus, MD to repair them properly.
Porch Pro Headshot GR Chicas LLC
Interior Painting
Serves Arlington, Virginia
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Porch Pro Headshot Gary Ehlers Decorative Painting Fine Art
Interior Painting
Serves Arlington, Virginia
(3)
Don't let drab walls lessen your home's appearance. Have them painted by the professionals at Gary Ehlers Decorative Painting Fine Art in Mount Briar, MD.
Don't let drab walls lessen your home's appearance. Have them painted by the professionals at Gary Ehlers Decorative Painting Fine Art in Mount Briar, MD.
Porch Pro Headshot Encore Home Improvement
Interior Painting
Serves Arlington, Virginia
Looking to paint your New Carrollton property but unsure how to go about it? Hire the professionals at Encore Home Improvement in New Carrollton, MD for one of the best services in town.
Looking to paint your New Carrollton property but unsure how to go about it? Hire the professionals at Encore Home Improvement in New Carrollton, MD for one of the best services in town.
Porch Pro Headshot classic touch painting llc
Interior Painting
Serves Arlington, Virginia
For excellent vinyl siding services, call up the experts at classic touch painting in Annandale, VA.
For excellent vinyl siding services, call up the experts at classic touch painting in Annandale, VA.
Porch Pro Headshot New For You Interiors
Interior Painting
Serves Arlington, Virginia
New For You Interiors -We specialize in kitchen and bathroom remodeling. We also do gutters, windows, doors,sheds, cultured stone, sidewalks, ect,ect. We are a new remodeling company but have 20+ years experience in the construction trades. We do all aspects of construction from foundation to roof. ...Read more about New For You Interiors
New For You Interiors -We specialize in kitchen and bathroom remodeling. We also do gutters, windows, doors,sheds, cultured stone, sidewalks, ect,ect. We are a new remodeling company but have 20+ years experience in the construction trades. We do all aspects of construction from foundation to roof. ...Read more about New For You Interiors
Porch Pro Headshot Smart Contracting Incorporated
Interior Painting
Serves Arlington, Virginia
Smart Contracting is a painting company that offers paint removal, wood finishing, and deck staining. They are located in Columbia.
Smart Contracting is a painting company that offers paint removal, wood finishing, and deck staining. They are located in Columbia.
Porch Pro Headshot Dancan General Service
Interior Painting
Serves Arlington, Virginia
Porch Pro Headshot Mario's Drywall Services
Interior Painting
Serves Arlington, Virginia
Porch Pro Headshot Lazo Painters & Contracting
Interior Painting
Serves Arlington, Virginia
Porch Pro Headshot Paint Plus Finish
Interior Painting
Serves Arlington, Virginia
Porch Pro Headshot De La Cruz Painting Services
Interior Painting
Serves Arlington, Virginia
Porch Pro Headshot Reyes Remodeling Services
Interior Painting
Serves Arlington, Virginia

Latest projects near Arlington

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Washington 20007
Interior Painting
Start Date
Within 48 hours
Painting location area
Inside
Painting service
Looking to strip paint from interior doors--roughly 2 to 4 doors. Any recommendations/quotes would be much appreciated.
Already purchased paint
Yes
Arlington 22204
Interior Painting
Start Date
Within a month
Painting location area
Inside
Painting service
Kitchen cabinet painting
Already purchased paint
No, and I want the pro to recommend
McLean 22101
Interior Painting
Start Date
Within a week
Painting location area
Inside
Painting service
cabinet resurfacing
Already purchased paint
No, but I have the color and finish picked out
Washington 20007
Interior Painting
Start Date
I'm flexible
Painting location area
Inside
Painting service
door
Already purchased paint
No, and I want the pro to recommend