Top 10 House Painters in Lorton, VA

Porch Pro Headshot Jesus Master Handyman LLC
Painters
Serves Lorton, Virginia
"Jesus Master Handyman LLC provided outstanding craftsmanship and attention to detail during the installation of my tile floors. Their team was professional, courteous, and completed the project ahead of schedule!!!"
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"Jesus Master Handyman LLC provided outstanding craftsmanship and attention to detail during the installation of my tile floors. Their team was professional, courteous, and completed the project ahead of schedule!!!"
Porch Pro Headshot Wilfredo Jaldin Painting LLC.
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Serves Lorton, Virginia
We are a painting company located in Northern Virginia and serving the Northern VA, D.C,M.D area for over20 years now. We specialize in: - exterior and interior painting -pressure wash -stain drywall repair -finishing walls -wallpaper removal -carpentry -Tile install
We are a painting company located in Northern Virginia and serving the Northern VA, D.C,M.D area for over20 years now. We specialize in: - exterior and interior painting -pressure wash -stain drywall repair -finishing walls -wallpaper removal -carpentry -Tile install
Porch Pro Headshot M.H Home Improvement
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Serves Lorton, Virginia
Porch Pro Headshot MG Painting
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Serves Lorton, Virginia
Porch Pro Headshot Skyline General Construction LLC
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Serves Lorton, Virginia
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"Our experience with Altin was wonderful! He helped us renovate our apartment exactly how we had envisioned. He did a great job with everything we wanted and more. I would reccomend him to any of our friends and family. "
"Our experience with Altin was wonderful! He helped us renovate our apartment exactly how we had envisioned. He did a great job with everything we wanted and more. I would reccomend him to any of our friends and family. "
Porch Pro Headshot Williams Painting and remodeling
Painters
Serves Lorton, Virginia
(19)
"Mr. Pozo showed up every time he said he would - on time and was very professional. The cost for the job (paint and new carpet) was very reasonable. The crews he sent out to do the jobs were on time and listened to my suggestions and requests. The job was finished on the day agreed upon. I would ab...Read more about Williams Painting and remodeling
"Mr. Pozo showed up every time he said he would - on time and was very professional. The cost for the job (paint and new carpet) was very reasonable. The crews he sent out to do the jobs were on time and listened to my suggestions and requests. The job was finished on the day agreed upon. I would ab...Read more about Williams Painting and remodeling
Porch Pro Headshot AJC Construction Llc
Painters
Serves Lorton, Virginia
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We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectati...Read more about AJC Construction Llc
We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectati...Read more about AJC Construction Llc
Porch Pro Headshot triplej pro painting LLC
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Serves Lorton, Virginia
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Porch Pro Headshot Davis Contracting
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Serves Lorton, Virginia
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Davis Contracting EXPERIENCED EXTERIOR CONTRACTING SERVICE PROUDLY SERVING FAIRFAX STATION, FAIRFAX, VIENNA, SPRINGFIELD VA AND SURROUNDING NORTHERN VA AREAS Based in Fairfax Station, VA, Davis Contracting is a local, veteran-owned exterior contracting service that is truly responsive to our custom...Read more about Davis Contracting
Davis Contracting EXPERIENCED EXTERIOR CONTRACTING SERVICE PROUDLY SERVING FAIRFAX STATION, FAIRFAX, VIENNA, SPRINGFIELD VA AND SURROUNDING NORTHERN VA AREAS Based in Fairfax Station, VA, Davis Contracting is a local, veteran-owned exterior contracting service that is truly responsive to our custom...Read more about Davis Contracting
Porch Pro Headshot MGL Painting & Restoration LLC
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Serves Lorton, Virginia
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MGL Painting & Restoration Services is dedicated to providing quality repair services one home at a time. We are committed to providing our customers with a new kind of home improvement experience – one that accommodates their needs and keeps in step with their fast-paced, modern lives. We know tha...Read more about MGL Painting & Restoration LLC
MGL Painting & Restoration Services is dedicated to providing quality repair services one home at a time. We are committed to providing our customers with a new kind of home improvement experience – one that accommodates their needs and keeps in step with their fast-paced, modern lives. We know tha...Read more about MGL Painting & Restoration LLC

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 Lorton Painters

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52018

Moris was prompt with his timing, showed up at 7:30am as scheduled, He was really good with the drywall repair, was very fast in completing the work, He had fixed the drywall and painted the whole wall with no patches seen. His estimate was very reasonabl...

- Sam Reddy
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I hired Moris Painting in preparation to sell my condo. The work involved repairing cracks in a vaulted ceiling, nail pops from the recent outside siding work and painting of entire walls and ceiling. Not only was the finished work impeccable, but the co...

- Mary Sifford
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Moris Painting did outstanding work on our interior painting projects and worked through some difficult circumstances -- such as other pros not finishing their drywalling patch work on time and some expanding needs -- with professionalism, excellent commu...

- Dell Johansson
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The representative for Smart Solutions came to my house to discuss the project. I have not heard from the representative at all. I hire another business to complete the job.

- Duane Fairfax
76665

IPO Windows and Home changed the way my family looks at home improvement companies. We needed our basement finished, but budgeted for the project in sections. All other companies refused to take on the job, but IPO did not. They came out, sat down with us...

- Janel Grant
35842

Great high quality windows at a very competitive price, with follow-through on a perfect installation and trim sealing to ensure a professional installation.

- Skip Buerger
30562

I have received many compliments on my new IPO Windows and Reggie is the reason for my purchase. He was prompt, professional and courteous. I also like his follow up to assure my satisfaction with my new windows.

- Louise Hamilton
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I can't believe how simple and painless the process was. From the online quote to the day of install, there was absolute no pressure salesman to deal with and the windows are more than I could've thought I could get for me budget. I will be using them to ...

- Malcolm Henry
38114

Reggie was quite professional, and the he workmanship is quality. However, they were supposed to leave the connectors for the alarm system exposed for the security company but did not - now we have no option but to spend extra money ($700) on a new wirele...

- Sheldon Beasley
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IPO Windows is a company, that I recommend to anyone. If you want come home to a peaceful environment, where you rest peacefully, and not have to deal with hearing every little noise, then IPO is the way to go. You will get a quality product, and with ...

- Lynette Woodson
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I have used AJC for a various types of small projects in my house. I remodeled my kitchen and it was top notch work. I will definitely be using them again. I highly recommend AJC.

- Fernando Perez

All House Painters in Lorton, VA

Porch Pro Headshot IPO Windows & Home
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Serves Lorton, Virginia
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IPO Windows & Home in Big Pool, MD is a trusted vinyl siding company that has earned themselves an outstanding 5-star rating from previous clients.
IPO Windows & Home in Big Pool, MD is a trusted vinyl siding company that has earned themselves an outstanding 5-star rating from previous clients.
Porch Pro Headshot Tko water restoration
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Serves Lorton, Virginia
Keep your property looking its best with the hard-working professionals of Tko water restoration in the Long Beach, MD area.
Keep your property looking its best with the hard-working professionals of Tko water restoration in the Long Beach, MD area.
Porch Pro Headshot Castro's Painting USA
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Serves Lorton, Virginia
Founded in the '90s and located in Woodbridge, Castro's Painting USA is a painting company and provides custom painting finish, interior plastering, and paint removal as well as other services.
Founded in the '90s and located in Woodbridge, Castro's Painting USA is a painting company and provides custom painting finish, interior plastering, and paint removal as well as other services.
Porch Pro Headshot Moris Painting
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Serves Lorton, Virginia
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Welcome to Moris Painting!! We are your premier painting experts for Fairfax County. I have over 18 years of experience! Please contact me for any painting needs you have.
Welcome to Moris Painting!! We are your premier painting experts for Fairfax County. I have over 18 years of experience! Please contact me for any painting needs you have.
Porch Pro Headshot RNH services
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Serves Lorton, Virginia
Make sure your windows are functioning properly all year long with repair services from RNH services in Hughesville.
Make sure your windows are functioning properly all year long with repair services from RNH services in Hughesville.
Porch Pro Headshot Neville Interiors Inc.
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Serves Lorton, Virginia
Based out of Silver Spring, Neville Interiors is a general contractor. They offer home addition, bedroom remodeling, and framing as well as other services.
Based out of Silver Spring, Neville Interiors is a general contractor. They offer home addition, bedroom remodeling, and framing as well as other services.
Porch Pro Headshot EM2 Home Services, LLC
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Serves Lorton, Virginia
Experience in electrical, landscaping, pool maintenance, painting and basic plumbing for over 10 years.
Experience in electrical, landscaping, pool maintenance, painting and basic plumbing for over 10 years.
Porch Pro Headshot Beyond Solutions LLC
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Serves Lorton, Virginia
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Latest projects near Lorton

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Springfield 22153
Drywall Installation
Start Date
Within 48 hours
Rooms to install drywall
basement
Surfaces to drywall
Walls
Who will provide materials
The contractor will need to purchase materials for the project
Lorton 22079
Trim Work
Start Date
I'm flexible
Install or repair
Repair
Location
Window, Crown molding
Higher than 10ft
Yes
Already has materials
No, I would like the professional to assist in purchasing the materials
Woodbridge 22191
Drywall Repair
Start Date
I'm flexible
Amount to repair
More than one area the size of a quarter or larger
Surfaces to repair
Both walls and ceilings
Any repair above 15ft
Yes
Springfield 22153
Drywall Installation
Start Date
Within a week
Rooms to install drywall
Basement ceiling
Surfaces to drywall
Ceilings
Who will provide materials
The contractor will need to purchase materials for the project
Springfield 22153
Fence and Outdoor Structure Painting
Start Date
I'm flexible
What needs to be painted
Fence
Fence length
Less than 50 feet
Fence height
4-6 feet
Fence construction material
Wood
Has fence previously been painted
Yes
Already purchased paint
No, and I want the pro to recommend
Woodbridge 22191
Drywall Installation
Start Date
Within a week
Rooms to install drywall
Bathroom, Bedroom, Entry or hallway, Living room, family room, or entertainment room
Surfaces to drywall
Ceilings
Who will provide materials
I will provide materials, just need installation
Woodbridge 22191
Fence and Outdoor Structure Painting
Start Date
I'm flexible
What needs to be painted
Fence
Fence length
51-100 feet
Fence height
I'm not sure
Fence construction material
Wood
Has fence previously been painted
No
Already purchased paint
No, and I want the pro to recommend