Top 10 House Painters in La Center, WA

Porch Pro Headshot A.P.E. Painting Inc
Painters
Serves La Center, Washington
A.P.E. Painting Inc. has over 25 year of professional experience. We have been awarded among the top 5% of painting contractors for the last 4 years in Vancouver/ Clark County Washington. We are A+ rated Better Business Bureau accredited member who places customer satisfaction as our top priority. ...Read more about A.P.E. Painting Inc
A.P.E. Painting Inc. has over 25 year of professional experience. We have been awarded among the top 5% of painting contractors for the last 4 years in Vancouver/ Clark County Washington. We are A+ rated Better Business Bureau accredited member who places customer satisfaction as our top priority. ...Read more about A.P.E. Painting Inc
Porch Pro Headshot Refined Painting Services
Painters
Serves La Center, Washington
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At Refined Painting Services we offer professional residential and small commercial painting services in the Portland, Oregon area. We commit to providing high-quality paint finishes, outstanding customer service, and meticulous care of your home and belongings throughout the duration of the job. Ou...Read more about Refined Painting Services
At Refined Painting Services we offer professional residential and small commercial painting services in the Portland, Oregon area. We commit to providing high-quality paint finishes, outstanding customer service, and meticulous care of your home and belongings throughout the duration of the job. Ou...Read more about Refined Painting Services
Porch Pro Headshot Stawicki Painting & Interior Design
Painters
Serves La Center, Washington
(14)
"I had high expectations for my remodeling experience. Stawicki Painting exceeded those expectations. Andrew and crew were punctual, hard working and very meticulous. They did a great job while making sure everything else remained paint free. There were a few times when issues came up and they w...Read more about Stawicki Painting & Interior Design
"I had high expectations for my remodeling experience. Stawicki Painting exceeded those expectations. Andrew and crew were punctual, hard working and very meticulous. They did a great job while making sure everything else remained paint free. There were a few times when issues came up and they w...Read more about Stawicki Painting & Interior Design
Porch Pro Headshot Star Painting Company
Painters
Serves La Center, Washington
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Star Painting Company is a highly organized group of painters and staff working towards the goal of 100% customer satisfaction. We communicate all the way through the cleanup process. Our professionalism shines through our organization, which leads to faster project finish, a greater amount of custo...Read more about Star Painting Company
Star Painting Company is a highly organized group of painters and staff working towards the goal of 100% customer satisfaction. We communicate all the way through the cleanup process. Our professionalism shines through our organization, which leads to faster project finish, a greater amount of custo...Read more about Star Painting Company
Porch Pro Headshot Five Star Painting of Vancouver
Painters
Serves La Center, Washington
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Looking for a change to the interior or exterior of your home or business? Five Star house painters in Vancouver, WA can take care of all your house and commercial painting needs. As a team of clean and professional painters, Five Star Painting brings professional painting expertise all at a price y...Read more about Five Star Painting of Vancouver
Looking for a change to the interior or exterior of your home or business? Five Star house painters in Vancouver, WA can take care of all your house and commercial painting needs. As a team of clean and professional painters, Five Star Painting brings professional painting expertise all at a price y...Read more about Five Star Painting of Vancouver
Porch Pro Headshot Premier House Painters
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Serves La Center, Washington
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Premier House Painters has the highest standards of quality and service in the house painting industry, providing only top quality workmanship to our clients. We only use top of the line products like Sherwin Williams, Benjamin Moore, and Behr for all of our exterior and interior house painting serv...Read more about Premier House Painters
Premier House Painters has the highest standards of quality and service in the house painting industry, providing only top quality workmanship to our clients. We only use top of the line products like Sherwin Williams, Benjamin Moore, and Behr for all of our exterior and interior house painting serv...Read more about Premier House Painters
Porch Pro Headshot Murals by Nate
Painters
Serves La Center, Washington
(3)
I've been painting murals for 25 years. I've painted a building 3 stories tall, business storefronts, business interiors, kids rooms, adults rooms, closets, a shower, air ducts, sheds, doors and even a limousine!
I've been painting murals for 25 years. I've painted a building 3 stories tall, business storefronts, business interiors, kids rooms, adults rooms, closets, a shower, air ducts, sheds, doors and even a limousine!
Porch Pro Headshot Nichols Painting
Painters
Serves La Center, Washington
(8)
Nichols Painting is a high quality residential painting contractor at an affordable price. Fully licensed, bonded, and insured. In business since 1997 but over 30 years of painting experience. Specializing in repainting existing homes either for maintenance or for beautification. The owner of the co...Read more about Nichols Painting
Nichols Painting is a high quality residential painting contractor at an affordable price. Fully licensed, bonded, and insured. In business since 1997 but over 30 years of painting experience. Specializing in repainting existing homes either for maintenance or for beautification. The owner of the co...Read more about Nichols Painting
Porch Pro Headshot ALPHA CONTRACTORS LLC™
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Serves La Center, Washington
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Welcome To Alpha Contractors LLC! At Alpha™, we paint every project as if it were our own. Listening to a customer's needs and providing complete, honest and thorough bids are at the forefront of our work. We use specific, proven methods to perform painting excellence. We know the products we use,...Read more about ALPHA CONTRACTORS LLC™
Welcome To Alpha Contractors LLC! At Alpha™, we paint every project as if it were our own. Listening to a customer's needs and providing complete, honest and thorough bids are at the forefront of our work. We use specific, proven methods to perform painting excellence. We know the products we use,...Read more about ALPHA CONTRACTORS LLC™
Porch Pro Headshot Accountable Siding LLC
Painters
Serves La Center, Washington
Our team of experts can help with with all of your property needs. We specialize in siding, roofing, windows, and more in Oregon & South Washington. CCB# 215190 Financing available.
Our team of experts can help with with all of your property needs. We specialize in siding, roofing, windows, and more in Oregon & South Washington. CCB# 215190 Financing available.

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 La Center Painters

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They were professional and courteous. They painted the outside of my barn and the floor inside the barn.

- Kent Durand
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Tristan has done numerous wall paper removal and painting projects at our home, inside and out. He is so nice and customer oriented. Be nice to him and let’s keep him and his crew around for our future projects. He uses Rodda paint and goes out of h...

- K Watts
27648

I'd been planning on getting 2/3 of the interior walls in our house repainted for a year. I found Refined Painting Services on Porch and Tristan was great! He also painted some of our neighbors' homes. He was at our house for about 2 weeks because it was ...

- Nicole Johnson
164503

This review is a little overdue, we had the interior of our home painted in December 2018. We received a few quotes for interior painting but I decided to go with Jay from Alpha Contractors not only because of the great reviews but because of his promptne...

- alexa c
164499

I contacted Alpha through Home Advisor after reading the glowing feedback from all others on here. I proceeded with caution as I've had mixed experiences with contractors I've found through Home Advisor in the past. My apprehension was unnecessary; Jay wa...

- gregg w
164501

I read all the wonderful reviews on Alpha and decided to call them for a quote on painting the exterior of my home. Juan & Jay came out the next day, gave me a quote and suggestions, and his crew started work in just a couple of days. They were always on ...

- Mathew T
164498

My "go to" painters for years. Hands down. We used Alpha for years to help maintain and improve our home in Oregon City. Whether it was painting, flooring, light carpentry, siding... It was Alpha. Interior or exterior, well planned or an emergency...they ...

- Brooklyn Hall
164502

After the disappointing experience we had with the company that painted the interior of our house it was so refreshing to work with a company who takes pride in attention to detail. We needed the exterior painted and I'm so glad I reached out to Jay and h...

- mason l
164500

I contacted Jay at Alpha Contractors LLC for an estimate to have my have the interior of my home painted. I explained to him what I wanted done and was looking to achieve. Jay worked with me to create a plan that was affordable for me. He even supports ve...

- william c
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DO NOT HIRE! Alpha Contarctors LLC do not have a legitimate mailing or business address, listing the Post Office at the Portland Airport as their official business address. Jay and Francisco misled us on their abilities and experience for what was suppos...

- Michael Montaine
164497

A+ Not a single complaint. Price was middle of the road compared to other estimates. We had all our internal walls painted & exterior including a three story great room, 3 levels, 4100 sq ft, with 5 colors. From quote, performance, staff, and clean up the...

- Tracy polaris
425573

It was a disaster. Never on time, argued with me over their clear mistakes, faked a invoice to cover up over charging. And did a terrible job. Had to have them come out several times to finish after the job was complete. Do not pay up front, it is the...

- Mark Haun

Everything You Need to Know About La Center House Painters

Can I browse unscreened Painters in La Center?

We do our best to screen all of our painters. However, there are still some painter professionals in La Center that have not been pre-screened. This means that their licenses may not be up to date to operate in La Center or WA. Always be sure to pre-screen them yourself before hiring. Here are some unscreened professionals offering painting services:

  • Nichols Painting:
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • New Look Painting- Best prices/High quality work:
    • BBB Rating: A+
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • Get it Painted, Inc.:
    • BBB Rating: A+
    • Active/Verified License: Yes, Current Status is Active

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

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 La Center.

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

My Painting Services project in La Center is really small. How much should I expect to spend?

The lowest price we could find for painting services work in La Center is about $0.00. You should expect to pay at least this much depending on the scope of your project.

Painter work at this level can sometimes involve several steps or phases. Cost for every project will differ depending on the quality of Painter you hire, the type of materials required and the timeframe that you want to finish within.

All House Painters in La Center, WA

Porch Pro Headshot Fletcher Painting Inc
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Serves La Center, Washington
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Fletcher Painting is a painting company that has been offering Battle Ground and the surrounding areas wood finishing and door painting as well as other services since the 1990s. The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries has accredited them. Fletcher Painting is bonded and insured.
Fletcher Painting is a painting company that has been offering Battle Ground and the surrounding areas wood finishing and door painting as well as other services since the 1990s. The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries has accredited them. Fletcher Painting is bonded and insured.
Porch Pro Headshot Northwest Painting Inc
Painters
Serves La Center, Washington
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Interior/exterior painting in the Vancouver Washington area
Interior/exterior painting in the Vancouver Washington area
Porch Pro Headshot K.A.P. Handymen
Painters
Serves La Center, Washington
Small family handyman company specializing in plumbing. But also do painting and gutters and anything in between. We always use 2 Handymen per job to ensure efficient completions resulting in faster finish times.
Small family handyman company specializing in plumbing. But also do painting and gutters and anything in between. We always use 2 Handymen per job to ensure efficient completions resulting in faster finish times.
Porch Pro Headshot Switchback Paint and Design
Painters
Serves La Center, Washington
Switchback Painting & Design is an Oregon-based, women-owned business that provides top quality interior and exterior residential and commercial painting services. With an established crew of highly trained painters led by a seasoned business management team, together, we boast more than 25 years of...Read more about Switchback Paint and Design
Switchback Painting & Design is an Oregon-based, women-owned business that provides top quality interior and exterior residential and commercial painting services. With an established crew of highly trained painters led by a seasoned business management team, together, we boast more than 25 years of...Read more about Switchback Paint and Design
Porch Pro Headshot Lopez Painting Services
Painters
Serves La Center, Washington
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Porch Pro Headshot C&R Projects
Painters
Serves La Center, Washington
Its my goal to provide a product that you'll be happy with for years to come. Typically a one man show unless extra hands are needed. Visit to see my portfolio:
Its my goal to provide a product that you'll be happy with for years to come. Typically a one man show unless extra hands are needed. Visit to see my portfolio:
Porch Pro Headshot Duckworth Painting & Restoration
Painters
Serves La Center, Washington
Porch Pro Headshot Precision Cut Construction
Painters
Serves La Center, Washington
Porch Pro Headshot Professional Affordable Painting
Painters
Serves La Center, Washington
We are familiar we all phases of painting, been in this industry for over 14 years we have the knowledge and experience to deliver great customer service.
We are familiar we all phases of painting, been in this industry for over 14 years we have the knowledge and experience to deliver great customer service.
Porch Pro Headshot F6 Property Services LLC
Painters
Serves La Center, Washington
REFURBISH - REPAIR - REMODEL - CABINETS - PAINTING - FENCING
REFURBISH - REPAIR - REMODEL - CABINETS - PAINTING - FENCING
Porch Pro Headshot Lewis River Painting
Painters
Serves La Center, Washington
Porch Pro Headshot Painter
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Serves La Center, Washington
Porch Pro Headshot Certapro Painters of SW WA
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Serves La Center, Washington

Latest projects near La Center

Recent projects booked on Porch
Ridgefield 98642
Drywall Installation
Start Date
Within a month
Project type
Install drywall where none exists
Rooms to install drywall
Bedroom, Entry or hallway, Living room, family room, or entertainment room
Surfaces to drywall
Ceilings
Who will provide materials
The contractor will need to purchase materials for the project
Ridgefield 98642
Drywall Repair
Start Date
I'm flexible
Amount to repair
One area the size of a quarter or larger
Surfaces to repair
Ceilings
Any repair above 15ft
Yes