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Porch Pro Headshot CM Painting
Serves Seattle, Washington
"C&M painting out performed all other offers from a professional standpoint. They showed up when they said they would on time and cleaned up daily after work was completed. Their pricing was competitive and quality was excellant. After many questions asked about color changes we were more than pleas...Read more about CM Painting
80% response rate
"C&M painting out performed all other offers from a professional standpoint. They showed up when they said they would on time and cleaned up daily after work was completed. Their pricing was competitive and quality was excellant. After many questions asked about color changes we were more than pleas...Read more about CM Painting
Porch Pro Headshot Matias Landscaping
Serves Seattle, Washington
"Customer satisfaction is paramount to Matias Landscaping. They go the extra mile to ensure that every client is happy with the finished product. Their communication is clear and timely, and they are always responsive to inquiries and concerns."
"Customer satisfaction is paramount to Matias Landscaping. They go the extra mile to ensure that every client is happy with the finished product. Their communication is clear and timely, and they are always responsive to inquiries and concerns."
Porch Pro Headshot Oscar Home Paint General Contracting.
"Oscar and his crew are wonderful! We've worked with him on a handful of projects and have always been very satisfied. Painting, roof cleaning, roof repair, and most recently he built a fixed deck awning structure and gate. He is extremely quick to respond, punctual, trustworthy, and provides high...Read more about Oscar Home Paint General Contracting.
100% response rate
"Oscar and his crew are wonderful! We've worked with him on a handful of projects and have always been very satisfied. Painting, roof cleaning, roof repair, and most recently he built a fixed deck awning structure and gate. He is extremely quick to respond, punctual, trustworthy, and provides high...Read more about Oscar Home Paint General Contracting.
Porch Pro Headshot Platinum handyman Services , LLC
We are a company with excellent service and years of experience. We communicate with our client the whole way through. There is no job to small.
6.25% response rate
We are a company with excellent service and years of experience. We communicate with our client the whole way through. There is no job to small.
Porch Pro Headshot Emerald State  LLC
Serves Seattle, Washington
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Emerald State is a locally owned and operated small business. We are located in the heart of Kirkland, and this helps us to be able to commute with ease to the areas we work the most. We take great pride in our customer service and making sure that a job we do, is a job done right. We have many refe...Read more about Emerald State LLC
100% response rate
Emerald State is a locally owned and operated small business. We are located in the heart of Kirkland, and this helps us to be able to commute with ease to the areas we work the most. We take great pride in our customer service and making sure that a job we do, is a job done right. We have many refe...Read more about Emerald State LLC
Porch Pro Headshot True Quality Construction LLC
Serves Seattle, Washington
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"True Quality Construction completed a remodel on our downstairs bathroom. Fernando and his team were consummate professionals and found options when faced with challenges. The end result a beautiful bathroom! I would definitely recommend- the only caution - beauty takes time!! Thanks True Quality...Read more about True Quality Construction LLC
"True Quality Construction completed a remodel on our downstairs bathroom. Fernando and his team were consummate professionals and found options when faced with challenges. The end result a beautiful bathroom! I would definitely recommend- the only caution - beauty takes time!! Thanks True Quality...Read more about True Quality Construction LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Painting Gurus
Serves Seattle, Washington
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"I was exceptionally pleased with the service provided by Painting Gurus. They were able to get to my project in a timely manner, completed the project within just a few days, and it all looked great! The painters arrived early and worked straight through the day to get the project completed. Jon...Read more about Painting Gurus
"I was exceptionally pleased with the service provided by Painting Gurus. They were able to get to my project in a timely manner, completed the project within just a few days, and it all looked great! The painters arrived early and worked straight through the day to get the project completed. Jon...Read more about Painting Gurus
Porch Pro Headshot CIPRO CONTRACTORS.
Serves Seattle, Washington
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AT CIPRO PAINTERS & GENERAL CONTRACTORS, WE BELIEVE THAT OUR CLIENTS ARE OUR BIGGEST SALES TEAM THROUGH REFERRAL. THAT IS WHY WE COMPOUND QUALITY, PRICE AND TRUST INTO ONE PACKAGE. Our Beliefs drive us to deliver Our Promise. We believe that enabling our clients to achieve their goals and putting t...Read more about CIPRO CONTRACTORS.
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AT CIPRO PAINTERS & GENERAL CONTRACTORS, WE BELIEVE THAT OUR CLIENTS ARE OUR BIGGEST SALES TEAM THROUGH REFERRAL. THAT IS WHY WE COMPOUND QUALITY, PRICE AND TRUST INTO ONE PACKAGE. Our Beliefs drive us to deliver Our Promise. We believe that enabling our clients to achieve their goals and putting t...Read more about CIPRO CONTRACTORS.
Porch Pro Headshot Deluxe Painting
Serves Seattle, Washington
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"2019 at 11:22 AM Walid Abu-Hadba <walida@msn.com> wrote: Here is my reference: You did 2 jobs for me, the first was power washing and cleaning my swimming pool, the work was done on time and very professional I really enjoyed working with Yesseir and he was awesome to deal with; The 2nd job was p...Read more about Deluxe Painting
"2019 at 11:22 AM Walid Abu-Hadba <walida@msn.com> wrote: Here is my reference: You did 2 jobs for me, the first was power washing and cleaning my swimming pool, the work was done on time and very professional I really enjoyed working with Yesseir and he was awesome to deal with; The 2nd job was p...Read more about Deluxe Painting
Porch Pro Headshot First Call Construction
Serves Seattle, Washington
First Call Construction Lynnwood, WA 98087 (253) 318-4802 First Call Construction is a Construction Company that provides good quality of services such as kitchen and bathroom remodeling, sun decks installation, garage makeovers, room additions, drywall installation and framing.For more informati...Read more about First Call Construction
First Call Construction Lynnwood, WA 98087 (253) 318-4802 First Call Construction is a Construction Company that provides good quality of services such as kitchen and bathroom remodeling, sun decks installation, garage makeovers, room additions, drywall installation and framing.For more informati...Read more about First Call Construction
Porch Pro Headshot Narrows Painting LLC
Serves Seattle, Washington
Local family owned business specializing in residential and commercial interior/exterior painting. Other services include mildew treating, pressure washing, repairing siding, fascia,trim, decks and fences.
Local family owned business specializing in residential and commercial interior/exterior painting. Other services include mildew treating, pressure washing, repairing siding, fascia,trim, decks and fences.
Porch Pro Headshot B&DT Construction LLC
Serves Seattle, Washington
Thank you for considering B&DT Construction LLC, a local Tacoma business, for the opportunity to help with your decks, fences, additions, remodels, and general contracting for residential construction needs. We have fair prices with a customer centric culture. You and your project is our personal pr...Read more about B&DT Construction LLC
Thank you for considering B&DT Construction LLC, a local Tacoma business, for the opportunity to help with your decks, fences, additions, remodels, and general contracting for residential construction needs. We have fair prices with a customer centric culture. You and your project is our personal pr...Read more about B&DT Construction LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Sound Home Services
Serves Seattle, Washington
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Contracting services for large or small jobs.
Contracting services for large or small jobs.
Porch Pro Headshot Todd Claussen Interiors
Serves Seattle, Washington
We are a locally owned and operated company focused on residential and commercial flooring and painting. Located in Kent, Washington, we serve the Seattle, Bellevue and Tacoma metro areas.
We are a locally owned and operated company focused on residential and commercial flooring and painting. Located in Kent, Washington, we serve the Seattle, Bellevue and Tacoma metro areas.
Porch Pro Headshot Warren Guieb
Serves Seattle, Washington
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"A lot of people go through pains in their relationships it’s hard to give up on true love, sometimes we pretend to be fine but we are not, fighting to get the one we love is also fighting to get back our joy and . Dr Sam help the broken hearts for he's capable and able to get your EX lovers, partn...Read more about Warren Guieb
"A lot of people go through pains in their relationships it’s hard to give up on true love, sometimes we pretend to be fine but we are not, fighting to get the one we love is also fighting to get back our joy and . Dr Sam help the broken hearts for he's capable and able to get your EX lovers, partn...Read more about Warren Guieb
Porch Pro Headshot Roman Professional Contractors
Serves Seattle, Washington
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"Victor and his crew did a great job edging cleaning flower beds and trimmed shrubs. Also trimmed trees and put down vita mulch in flower beds. 3 man crew took one day to finish, what would have taken me months to do, but looks so much better having them do it. Reasonable pricing and very pleased wi...Read more about Roman Professional Contractors
98.65% response rate
"Victor and his crew did a great job edging cleaning flower beds and trimmed shrubs. Also trimmed trees and put down vita mulch in flower beds. 3 man crew took one day to finish, what would have taken me months to do, but looks so much better having them do it. Reasonable pricing and very pleased wi...Read more about Roman Professional Contractors
Porch Pro Headshot K&M Painting Remodeling and Landscaping
Serves Seattle, Washington
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Porch Pro Headshot Gafco Roofing Construction & General Contracting Inc
Need a roofer, a deck built or any exterior remodeling? Gafco Roofing Construction & General Contracting offers many services in Auburn and surrounding area.
Need a roofer, a deck built or any exterior remodeling? Gafco Roofing Construction & General Contracting offers many services in Auburn and surrounding area.
Porch Pro Headshot Tavo’s construction
Serves Seattle, Washington
Improving homes and creating smiles!
Improving homes and creating smiles!
Porch Pro Headshot E&J Paint and Drywall
Serves Seattle, Washington
Hi I am Eduardo Valencia owner of E&J Paint and Drywall. I have 20 years of expiernce painting houses both interior and exterior. With the years working in this field I have learned how to do a good quality work and always making sure everything looks welll done.
Hi I am Eduardo Valencia owner of E&J Paint and Drywall. I have 20 years of expiernce painting houses both interior and exterior. With the years working in this field I have learned how to do a good quality work and always making sure everything looks welll done.
Porch Pro Headshot Mendoza's Professional Painting
Serves Seattle, Washington

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Frequently asked questions about painters

How much does it cost to paint a house?

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.

Exterior painting cost: how much does it cost to paint exterior of house?

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.

Can you paint vinyl siding?

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.

One gallon paint coverage: how much paint to buy?

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.

Can you use exterior paint inside?

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.

How much does it cost to paint a 12x12 room?

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.

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- Logan and Kristen Anderson
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AWFUL. We hired Warren Guieb (WG Painting LLC) to paint the interior and exterior of our home in April 2022. Our experience has been absolutely AWFUL. DO NOT HIRE HIM for any job, big or small. Warren completely defrauded us and we are now pursuing our ca...

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outstanding services!!!The cleaners were friendly, The team was punctual, polite, and did an outstanding job. My house has never looked better. I'm extremely impressed with the results

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I am very pleased with Oscar's paint job. My home looks amazing. Too bad I can't add pictures of his work.

- Tino Baza
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We could not be more pleased with our choice to select Cory (CM Painting) for our interior paint job. It was a large project--ceilings, walls and a substantial amount of mill work. The main reasons we chose Cory for the job was his quick response time, t...

- Richard Matkin
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Cory was referred to me by a good friend who is the office manager of a local builder. He and his crew have now painted the interior of our home, finished some millwork I installed myself, and painted the interior of the office I moved into in Redmond las...

- Dan Murphy
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Our project involved painting two hallways, the kitchen, dining room and living room. We contacted a few painters but it was CM Painting that came out, inspected and provided a written estimate very quickly and at a reasonable price. Cory and crew show...

- Dennis Migchelbrink
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The experience with the company was excellent - we sold the house(that included the job) its second day on the market. Gail White

- Gail White
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Cory (and crew) were great! I was able to work with Cory to find a plan that fit into our budget. He and his team did a good chunk of the work and my wife and I are going to tackle the rest. (He even gave us some tips/tricks for the work we're going to do...

- Tim Bridgham

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