Top 10 House Painters in Helen, GA

Porch Pro Headshot First Impression Painting LLC
Painters
Serves Helen, Georgia
(14)
"Robert and his crew were prompt to respond to my quote, set up a time to get an estimate, and show up and do the job. It took only two days to paint the entire condo and they were able to accommodate my multiple color choices throughout the place. The crew was nice. The job comes with a one year g...Read more about First Impression Painting LLC
"Robert and his crew were prompt to respond to my quote, set up a time to get an estimate, and show up and do the job. It took only two days to paint the entire condo and they were able to accommodate my multiple color choices throughout the place. The crew was nice. The job comes with a one year g...Read more about First Impression Painting LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Garry's Painting
Painters
Serves Helen, Georgia
When Garry and I started this business our goal was to provide the best quality service in the area! With Garry's 18+ years of painting experience and my 25+ years of customer service we are determined to give our clients exactly what they deserve... the best quality job and customer service money ...Read more about Garry's Painting
When Garry and I started this business our goal was to provide the best quality service in the area! With Garry's 18+ years of painting experience and my 25+ years of customer service we are determined to give our clients exactly what they deserve... the best quality job and customer service money ...Read more about Garry's Painting
Porch Pro Headshot Standard Paint and Stain
Painters
Serves Helen, Georgia
(3)
Full service Painting contractor. Interior, Exterior Painting and Wood Staining. We also provide pressure washing and small handyman services.
Full service Painting contractor. Interior, Exterior Painting and Wood Staining. We also provide pressure washing and small handyman services.
Porch Pro Headshot Peach State Painting and Construction
Painters
Serves Helen, Georgia
I have been in business since 1995, we specialize in catering to the Homeowners wants and needs. I really enjoy the challenge and changes in the Construction field and the trends and needs of my customers. We specialize in total remodeling,exterior/ inferior painting, decks, kitchen/ bathroom remod...Read more about Peach State Painting and Construction
I have been in business since 1995, we specialize in catering to the Homeowners wants and needs. I really enjoy the challenge and changes in the Construction field and the trends and needs of my customers. We specialize in total remodeling,exterior/ inferior painting, decks, kitchen/ bathroom remod...Read more about Peach State Painting and Construction
Porch Pro Headshot Freedom contracting
Painters
Serves Helen, Georgia
(24)
We specialize in bathroom remodels and tile installation as well as electrical, painting, decks and retaining walls
We specialize in bathroom remodels and tile installation as well as electrical, painting, decks and retaining walls
Porch Pro Headshot Nathan's turnkey services. I do carpentry ,drywall finishing, siding,painting and roof repairs.
Having over 25 years Experience in the Commercial and Residential Building Industry. I provide excellent quality wall coverings Specializing in high end stain grade trim carpentry . From paint to wainscoating . . I can install beautiful rustic chic tounge and groove shiplap accent walls as well. Le...Read more about Nathan's turnkey services. I do carpentry ,drywall finishing, siding,painting and roof repairs.
Having over 25 years Experience in the Commercial and Residential Building Industry. I provide excellent quality wall coverings Specializing in high end stain grade trim carpentry . From paint to wainscoating . . I can install beautiful rustic chic tounge and groove shiplap accent walls as well. Le...Read more about Nathan's turnkey services. I do carpentry ,drywall finishing, siding,painting and roof repairs.
Porch Pro Headshot Painters Plus
Painters
Serves Helen, Georgia
We are a small business and taking care of the customer from start to finish is very important to us. We offer the most high end, quality work at a reasonable price; we receive amazing discounts on our paint and we pass that on to the customer. We believe in being very upfront & honest with every cu...Read more about Painters Plus
We are a small business and taking care of the customer from start to finish is very important to us. We offer the most high end, quality work at a reasonable price; we receive amazing discounts on our paint and we pass that on to the customer. We believe in being very upfront & honest with every cu...Read more about Painters Plus
Porch Pro Headshot Color Your World Painting Service
Painters
Serves Helen, Georgia
Color Your World is your premiere choice for a full service, professional painting company. We take pride in providing exceptional workmanship and service for every client. We are family owned and operated and combined we have OVER 45 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE. We will come right to your door to deliver a...Read more about Color Your World Painting Service
Color Your World is your premiere choice for a full service, professional painting company. We take pride in providing exceptional workmanship and service for every client. We are family owned and operated and combined we have OVER 45 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE. We will come right to your door to deliver a...Read more about Color Your World Painting Service
Porch Pro Headshot Whitfield Painting
Painters
Serves Helen, Georgia
Interior and exterior painting for 30 years. Local to the Habersham, Banks and Hall County Area. New construction and remodel. Licensed and insured for residential and commercial. Reasonable rates. Call for free estimates.
Interior and exterior painting for 30 years. Local to the Habersham, Banks and Hall County Area. New construction and remodel. Licensed and insured for residential and commercial. Reasonable rates. Call for free estimates.
Porch Pro Headshot Nixon and Braswell Renovations
Painters
Serves Helen, Georgia
Nixon and Braswell Renovations °Electrical °Plumbing °Interior Painting °Kitchen Renovation °MORE!
Nixon and Braswell Renovations °Electrical °Plumbing °Interior Painting °Kitchen Renovation °MORE!

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 Helen Painters

182623

Do not use! Jorge and Freddy are liars and will destroy your house and leave in the middle of the job so they don't have to be responsible you for the items they break or mess up.

- Ed Ricks
9403

Excellent work quality. Very good value. Excellent responsiveness in communication.

They did a great job and even came back for touch-ups.

- Bob Thomas
90349

Jean is full of it. I was told by her on 2 occasions the owner would be out and he did not show. Instead they sent a worker to come fix 5 or 6 issues when I sent them 20+ pictures. Any excuse to make themselves look better. And yes....I will put a review ...

- Mike Downing
179069

Very professional, quickly and efficiently completed my job. They were meticulous when it came to prepping the area and very careful about our things. We will hire again.

- Crystal chumley

Everything You Need to Know About Helen House Painters

How many painters does Helen have?

There are around 50 companies throughout Helen to help you with your next painting services job.

  • 18 of them have an A or A+ rating from Better Business Bureau.

How does invoicing/payment work for most Painter projects in Helen?

Every project differs, but you should ask any painter for an estimate, before they do any work. In fact, ask for their general payment terms before any painting services work is done.

If the job is large and going to take longer than a day, it's common practice for painters to request a down payment. Usually, this will be around 25% so they can commence work on your painter project.

If it's a quick job, you'll likely be given an invoice/bill when the job is complete. Then it's up to you and the painter to determine if you pay immediately or can send payment at a later date.

Painting Services isn’t exactly what I’m looking for. Are there more specific services similar to painters available in Helen?

If you’ve determined that painting services are not quite what you were looking for, or if you had a specific project in mind that is similar to painting services, we can still help you find the right professional in Helen.

Helen has 50 painter professionals that can help you with your painting services job. Head to our Pros Page to find specific painters-pros in Helen.

All House Painters in Helen, GA

Porch Pro Headshot FUSTAINO ALL IN ONE SERVICES
Painters
Serves Helen, Georgia
Providing excellent customer service at an affordable rate. Will meet or beat any quote given within 30 days. Family owned and operated!
Providing excellent customer service at an affordable rate. Will meet or beat any quote given within 30 days. Family owned and operated!
Porch Pro Headshot Jimmy D's Custom Home Painting
Painters
Serves Helen, Georgia
Do you need deck staining, wood staining, or exterior painting? Jimmy D's Custom Home Painting is recognized as one of Blairsville's experienced painting companies.
Do you need deck staining, wood staining, or exterior painting? Jimmy D's Custom Home Painting is recognized as one of Blairsville's experienced painting companies.
Porch Pro Headshot Sharp's painting llc
Painters
Serves Helen, Georgia
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Porch Pro Headshot Bannister & Sons Painting
Painters
Serves Helen, Georgia
Porch Pro Headshot browning painting company
Painters
Serves Helen, Georgia
Interior and exterior painting. Small job specialist. Drywall repair. Pressure washing Been in bussieness since 1998. Have over 20 years in residential painting. Small local owned company. The person that owns the company is the person that does the work.
Interior and exterior painting. Small job specialist. Drywall repair. Pressure washing Been in bussieness since 1998. Have over 20 years in residential painting. Small local owned company. The person that owns the company is the person that does the work.
Porch Pro Headshot Specialty Coating System
Painters
Serves Helen, Georgia
Specialty Coating System has been providing North Ga. with professional painting and pressure washing sense 1986. We are located in Habersham County. We service all the surrounding counties. Free estimates.
Specialty Coating System has been providing North Ga. with professional painting and pressure washing sense 1986. We are located in Habersham County. We service all the surrounding counties. Free estimates.
Porch Pro Headshot Amaya Paiting Services
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Serves Helen, Georgia
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Porch Pro Headshot King Home Maintenance
Painters
Serves Helen, Georgia
Porch Pro Headshot Stucco Expressions
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Serves Helen, Georgia
Porch Pro Headshot Cruz Fraiming Services
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Serves Helen, Georgia
Porch Pro Headshot Puentes Painting
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Serves Helen, Georgia
Porch Pro Headshot Perez Remodeling Services
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Serves Helen, Georgia
Porch Pro Headshot Isidro Painting Servicies
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Serves Helen, Georgia
Porch Pro Headshot JUSTCOLORS PAINTING
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Serves Helen, Georgia