Top 3 House Painters in Columbus, OH

Porch Pro Headshot Fresh Touch Custom Painting Inc.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for considering Fresh Touch Custom Painting for your upcoming painting project. Fresh Touch Custom Painting is an award winning, full-service residential and commercial painting company that provides the highest quality painting services in Central...Read more about Fresh Touch Custom Painting Inc.
1485 Showcase Dr, Columbus, OH
614-325-9573
Porch Pro Headshot Custom Colors
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Call in the experts at Custom Colors for your next painting project. Located in South Shore, they were given a stellar A+ rating in January 2018 by the Better Business Bureau for excellent service and professionalism.
6758 Watkins Rd SW, Pataskala, OH
614-394-4499
Porch Pro Headshot Rhino Painting & Color Consulting LLC
** 2015 & 2016 Angie's List Super Service Award Winning Company with over 300 Review's ** ** BBB accredited business A+ rating. ** Rhino Painting LLC will continuously strive to provide the highest quality of workmanship. Our outstanding customer service speaks for itself. Our goal is to exceed you...Read more about Rhino Painting & Color Consulting LLC
Pauline Ave, Columbus, OH
614-483-0178

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Porch Pro Headshot Prism Painting, LLC
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Serves Columbus, Ohio
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"We have been wanting to paint our great room for some time. I got on line and found Harwood Painting. They were very prompt to get back to us and gave us a fair price for the job. They did a FABULOUS JOB, we couldn't be happier. I just sit in our new family area and enjoy our new space. Thank you D...Read more about Prism Painting, LLC
"We have been wanting to paint our great room for some time. I got on line and found Harwood Painting. They were very prompt to get back to us and gave us a fair price for the job. They did a FABULOUS JOB, we couldn't be happier. I just sit in our new family area and enjoy our new space. Thank you D...Read more about Prism Painting, LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Impressive Painting
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Serves Columbus, Ohio
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We do interior and exterior painting and serve the Columbus, Dublin, Gahanna, Grove City, Reynoldsburg, Upper Arlington OH and surrounding areas.
We do interior and exterior painting and serve the Columbus, Dublin, Gahanna, Grove City, Reynoldsburg, Upper Arlington OH and surrounding areas.
Porch Pro Headshot OverTheTop
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Serves Columbus, Ohio
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We are a small family owned business dedicated to quality work and great service. We do handyman work, painting, cleaning, furniture assembly, install windows and doors and more! We will work with your schedule and your budget and do anything we can to help out.
We are a small family owned business dedicated to quality work and great service. We do handyman work, painting, cleaning, furniture assembly, install windows and doors and more! We will work with your schedule and your budget and do anything we can to help out.
Porch Pro Headshot Handyman Services Plus
Painters
Serves Columbus, Ohio
Hello, my name is Brian and I am the owner of Handyman Services Plus and we have been in business for over 10 years in the Columbus area and are here to lend a helping hand for all handyman and remodeling needs.
Hello, my name is Brian and I am the owner of Handyman Services Plus and we have been in business for over 10 years in the Columbus area and are here to lend a helping hand for all handyman and remodeling needs.
Porch Pro Headshot Preferred Building Services
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Serves Columbus, Ohio
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Preferred Building Services is a quality-focused business serving the Columbus area. We are a licensed General Contractor ready to solve your needs beyond your expectations.
Preferred Building Services is a quality-focused business serving the Columbus area. We are a licensed General Contractor ready to solve your needs beyond your expectations.
Porch Pro Headshot Cervantes Painting
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Serves Columbus, Ohio
Cervantes Painting is a painting company located in Columbus. They offer decorative painting, custom painting finish, paint removal and other services.
Cervantes Painting is a painting company located in Columbus. They offer decorative painting, custom painting finish, paint removal and other services.
Porch Pro Headshot Ark Home Solutions, LLC
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Serves Columbus, Ohio
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We are a home remodel company. New build or renovation ark home solutions is for you.
We are a home remodel company. New build or renovation ark home solutions is for you.

Frequently asked questions about house painters

There is nothing like a fresh coat of paint in a new home. You can transform rooms with a change of color, and fresh paint breathes new life into an older home. Costs for painting homes vary. It depends on the rate of labor and on the type of paint you use. Most of the cost comes from the size of the home. The more square footage you need painted, the more expensive the job will be.

The average cost for painter services in a home is estimated at $3,500. On the low side, you can expect to pay $1,200 and $6,500 on the high side. These estimates assume you have a one-story home with around 1,000 square feet of wall to paint. More stories will mean higher costs.

The price is usually divided up into materials and labor. Labor tends to make up 85% of a job, but this can vary depending on the contractor. Most contractors charge between $2 - $6 / square foot. This calculates interior painting jobs with two coats of paint. For more specific paint jobs, such as doors or cabinets, you can expect to be charged $50 - $100 / door or drawer face.

Some contractors have different models of payment, which you may discover when looking up “painting companies near me” or “house painters near me.” You can be charged per room, which averages around $800 - $1,200 for a bedroom, and as high as $3,000 for a living room or similar large space. Some painters may choose to bill hourly, which can range from $20 - $50 / hour for basic painting, and $100 / hour or higher for specialty painting. A skilled painter should be able to cover between 150 – 350 square feet/hour but don’t forget to factor in prep time, clean up, and both coats of paint needed.

The cost of painting a home's exterior is far more variable, depending on your siding. Some sidings (like stucco) can cost up to $3,000 / 1,000 square feet, and that cost can rise if there are multiple stories. Weather can also play a major factor, which is why local painters are in high demand during the summer months. Vinyl siding expands and contracts depending on weather, so you’ll want a latex-based paint that is durable to these changes. For wood siding, latex is always a good option for allowing wood to breathe. Beware acrylic or oil-based paints, as these can create moisture stains. If you have stucco siding, you can go with latex, but it’s not your best option if the walls are damaged. Elastomeric paint will cover those imperfections while still being breathable. This paint is thick and time-consuming to apply. If you have brick siding, you’ll want a porous stain or paint so water doesn’t get trapped inside.

Siding is the biggest factor to cost, as prep and materials needed to do the job correctly can raise the price. Brick and stucco are the most expensive, while metal, wood, vinyl, and concrete tend to be on the lower end. Extra stories mean extra work for the painter, as safety measures and ladders need to be implemented. Painting a second or third story of a home takes longer than painting a single story based on logistics. It’s not just the walls, either. You may want to paint the garage, the shutters, the eaves and downspouts, and the siding and trim.

Your brand of paint can alter costs, as well as the cost of your finish. Flat paint tends to be the cheapest, but is also the least durable. Mid-range finishes, including eggshell and satin, can be good choices, depending on what you’re looking for. Semi-gloss finish will showcase imperfections and dents but is also resistant to cleaning. High-gloss is the most expensive type of finish and is recommended for small areas, such as trim, windows, and doors. While it is possible to DIY your home’s exterior, a professional comes with all the needed materials and is knowledgeable about what will work best and how to stay safe on the job. They are worth serious consideration.

Yes, you can paint vinyl siding. Years ago, this answer was no because paint continued to slide off the siding. We’ve come a long way since then. The best paint for vinyl is latex urethane paint, as it can cope with the constant contracting and expanding of the siding. Many paint companies create paint specifically designed for siding.

Painting vinyl is similar to painting other exteriors. You’ll want to coat it with primer (something designed for vinyl) and use a brush for the tricky spots. Otherwise, you can use a roller and cover a lot of ground. Once you have the primer, add the topcoat. Vinyl has one more caveat that you should be aware of. Dark colors tend to trap a lot of heat. Most vinyl paints will be light colors as a result, so it reflects heat rather than absorbs it. Weather can be a factor in painting vinyl, and the best weather is overcast, comfortable conditions. Sun, humidity, direct heat, and wind are not your friends when it comes to painting vinyl. You’ll want to ensure that painting your siding doesn’t void its warranty before you begin.

As with any painting, you’ll want to ensure you clean the area thoroughly first. For vinyl, a pressure washer is the best choice. You’ll want to find a recipe that tackles mold and mildew or buy a TSP solution. Mold and mildew tend to get between the paint and the siding, so it’s imperative you deal with them before you paint.

The quick answer is 350 – 400 square feet. This is generally true of wall, ceiling, and trim paint. Primer tends to go less, giving you 250 square feet on average. If you’re painting a dark room with a light color, you may need more primer coats, so keep that in mind. Be aware that fresh drywall is extremely porous and may absorb more paint than expected. Most drywall tends to arrive pre-primed, but be ready if it isn’t. If you have a textured wall (think popcorn ceilings, for example), you should use 20% more paint. If you need to paint 100 square feet of ceiling, it’s recommended you buy enough paint to cover 120 square feet to make up for the texture. You can stretch your paint with the correct tools. A nine-inch roller usually gives the best results for a coat of paint. For textured walls, consider a 1/2-inch nap over a 3/8-inch nap.

Let’s dive into the math. You know how much paint you need per square foot, but how do you calculate that square footage? First, measure the height of every wall, and add it together. Then, do the same for the length of each wall. Multiply those two numbers together, and you have the square footage. If you divide that number by 400 (how much a gallon of paint should cover), you know how many gallons you need to buy. This works for trim and doors as well. Multiply the total lengths and widths together, and divide it by 400. It’s never a bad idea to round up or ensure you have extra paint left over. You may need it for touch-ups or if a specific section requires more paint than you anticipated. It’s better to have too much than too little and have the hardware store mix you more paint. What if the color is off by even a slight bit? That’s a frustration you can easily avoid.

No, you can’t use exterior paint inside. Exterior paint is designed to hold up against weather extremes and, as such, contains more VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds). These compounds were not designed for enclosed spaces; they can smell funky and release toxins that might make you or your pets sick. Exterior paint doesn’t settle in a short amount of time. In cold weather, exterior paint could continually release those toxins for a month or more. In warmer weather, this timeframe may be reduced to weeks. The process of releasing these toxins is called curing. Most professionals will wear masks when painting outside for this reason.

Exterior paint is softer by nature. It needs to be able to breathe and contract or expand with the home. It doesn’t stand up as well to the wear and tear that interior paint deals with on a daily basis. While all paint contains mildewcides and fungicides, the ingredients in exterior and interior paint are very different. The VOCs are needed in both paints to hold the pigment in. If you use exterior paint on indoor surfaces, ventilation is your first concern. This becomes a greater concern when spraying paint instead of rolling it, as spraying it makes it airborne that much quicker.

VOCs can cause lightheadedness, headaches, nausea, irritated eyes and throat, and respiratory issues. This can be an even greater hazard for those with compromised immune systems. Exterior and interior paints are vastly different, so you shouldn’t combine them. It compromises the quality of both paints. Plus, exterior paint isn’t designed to look good inside. Both varieties of paint are highly specialized, and you’ll likely regret using them where they are not intended.

The average cost to paint a 12x12 room is $650, with $400 being on the low end and $900 on the high end. Several factors can change these costs or cause them to rise. If you need drywall or plaster repaired before the job, that will cost time and effort. The higher your walls rise, the more time or paint it might take to finish the job. If you want to use designer paints, you may spend more on the materials. Your cost will also change based on the finish you choose.

Square footage is the most important consideration when factoring the price of a room. A large room, such as a living room, will cost more than a small bedroom or bathroom. Kitchens tend to cost the most since the painting is specific. They require far more attention to detail when you consider backsplashes, cabinets, and trims. Textured walls can add to that cost since it eats up more materials. Different types of paint can change the cost as well. On average, eggshell, satin, and flat are the cheapest paints. Matte, semi-gloss, latex, and oil are mid-range and all competitively priced. High-gloss paint is expensive and best used on small surfaces like trims.

You have the option to do the work yourself, of course. Be aware that it’s never as simple as splashing paint on the walls. You’ll need to purchase all the required materials, such as brushes, painter’s tape, rollers, trays, and plastic to prevent spillage. You’ll need to clean the walls and remove outlet covers and switch plates. Once that’s done, you can use painter’s tape on all the edges and then start. The big question you will need to ask yourself is whether you have the time. Painters are efficient, have all the tools, and do the job constantly. They will know immediately the best way to handle it.

Now that you know the scope of your project in terms of cost and effort, you can start dreaming in color.

Recent reviews for Columbus Painters

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Ken & Tina are fabulous! They installed my microwave in no time at a very reasonable price! Bonus: they are 2 of the nicest people I have ever met!

- Chelsea Smith
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The job was fairly bid, the work was completed on time and as promised. The repaired ceiling stains, and nail pops as well as a wonderful paint job. They removed our furniture and replaced it when complete. The employees were friendly and hard working.

- Terry Allen
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I had Customer Colors come out to my house in November of last year. The gentlemen, Tim came out to my house on time, professional and very knowledgeable! My husband and I decided to go with Custom Colors and we are sure happy we did too!! Our house looks...

- Amber Phillips
365872

The employees were fantastic. They arrived at a consistent time, cleaned up after each day and displayed great skill in their craft. The owner was attentive and checked on the work to ensure all was going well. It was a great experience. We would defi...

- Terry Allen
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Had a wonderful experience with custom colors since before starting my project. I called and the woman I spoke with was very professional and understand of everything I wanted and need. Custom colors came out in a timely manner and finished my job in a ti...

- Amber Garrison
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I have used Custom Colors for a couple different jobs and have found them to be friendly, reliable, and professional. Have even referred them to a neighbor who was also completely satisfied. High quality work at a reasonable price.

- barb hathaway
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We got Exceptional Results with our painting project. It looks great. They even did a walkthrough after the project to make sure everything met their strict standards. We will definitely hire again and recommend to all our friends.

- Barbara Curry
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my wife and i had custom colors come out to our home June of 2015. we had a lot of estimates and different experiences, and we found custom colors to be very friendly and well certified for the job. Their staff is very friendly and well mannered after cal...

- carl chandler
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Very rude and thinks he is above everyone else. Quoted 350% above what other contractors quote for, why???

- Jamie Vandine
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Amazing experience great job in a timely fashion very trustworthy and friendly they come in they respected the integrity of our property completed the job we where very satisfied Great job 360!

- Allen Cole
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Excellent responsiveness in communication.

Responded within n an hour and was very pleasant

- Keli Millrr

Everything You Need to Know About Columbus House Painters

What Columbus zip codes are served by Painters?

Columbus has 50 total Painter companies that service multiple zip codes. We've put together a list of areas in and around Columbus with the most Painters:

  • 1 Painters in 43223.
  • 1 Painters in 43203.
    • 1 Painters in 43220.

      Who should I hire if I need Painting Services in Columbus?

      Right now there are about 50 companies in and around Columbus ready to help you with your painting services project.

        Below we've listed a few of the top Painters on Porch:

        • Prim Painting
          • Fresh Coat Painters of Dublin and Westerville
            • Tingle Painting, LLC

              What should I check for once my Painter in Columbus has finished working?

              Every painting services project is going to have different results, but here are a few things to check for once any painting services company has told you they've finished the job:

              • Obviously you want to do a visual inspection. Even if you're unfamiliar with painting services work, this gives you the opportunity to ask questions (even basic ones like, what did you do?).
              • Ask the painter to describe what they did. Whether your painting services project was a repair job or a building job, have them run you through what was done.
              • Compare the description provided on your painting services project estimate to the work completed. Did the professional do what was promised?
              • Request that the painter do a follow-up visit to check on the work. Most professionals are willing to do this, especially if you ask them.

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              Porch Pro Headshot Armstrong Home Services
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              Providing the best customer service. "Pleasure in the job puts perfection in the work".
              Providing the best customer service. "Pleasure in the job puts perfection in the work".
              Porch Pro Headshot Paintsolutions360
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              Full-service paining company that believes in customer satisfaction at a reasonable price Job is not complete until you are completely satisfied
              Porch Pro Headshot 360° Painting of Columbus
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              Serves Columbus, Ohio
              Choose 360 Painting, for your next painting project! When you are repainting your home or your business, a professional’s touch makes all the difference. That’s why homeowners and business owners across North America rely on the professional painting services offered by 360° Painting. 360 Painting, ...Read more about 360° Painting of Columbus
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              Porch Pro Headshot MR. Handyman of E. Columbus, New Albany and Gahanna
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              Home Improvement Professionals. Reliable and personable home service professionals can be hard to find these days, but Mr. Handyman makes it easy. Our experienced craftsmen are trained experts and can help with a variety of services. Whether you need help installing drywall in your home, or repairi...Read more about MR. Handyman of E. Columbus, New Albany and Gahanna
              Porch Pro Headshot The Brightest Idea  LLC
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              The Brightest Idea LLC Your Source of Painting, Interior and Exterior Home Improvement Services in Columbus and Central Ohio. The Brightest Idea, LLC is a family owned company with more than 8 years of work experience in Central Ohio. Please feel free to browse through the website for more in...Read more about The Brightest Idea LLC
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              Porch Pro Headshot Woodruff Restorations
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              We strive to make your home pretty again
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              It is my belief that the customer home should be treat as well as i would my moms house
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