Top 10 House Painters in Santa Fe, NM

Porch Pro Headshot Mike's Quality Painting
Painters
Serves Santa Fe, New Mexico
(542)
The trusted 5-star-rated contractors from Mike's Quality Painting in Conejos, CO will help you imagine your ideal living space.
The trusted 5-star-rated contractors from Mike's Quality Painting in Conejos, CO will help you imagine your ideal living space.
Porch Pro Headshot Advanced Landscaping Solutions NM
Painters
Serves Santa Fe, New Mexico
(20)
Avoid doing yard work over the weekend by scheduling a service with All Pro Landscaping NM in Southern Ute.
100% response rate
Avoid doing yard work over the weekend by scheduling a service with All Pro Landscaping NM in Southern Ute.
Porch Pro Headshot Stones Painting & Repairs
Painters
Serves Santa Fe, New Mexico
(61)
We have over 7 years in the trade. Cover basic jobs to complete remodels
We have over 7 years in the trade. Cover basic jobs to complete remodels
Porch Pro Headshot First Service Handyman
Painters
Serves Santa Fe, New Mexico
(11)
As a small business owner and Entrepreneur we strive to keep our name strong with providing the best customer service and quality of professional work. Everyone needs a handyman that’s why we are here to work with you!
As a small business owner and Entrepreneur we strive to keep our name strong with providing the best customer service and quality of professional work. Everyone needs a handyman that’s why we are here to work with you!
Porch Pro Headshot Xpress Home Worx
Painters
Serves Santa Fe, New Mexico
(1)
Expret solutions for all your home renovation and repair needs. Here are some of the services we offer. Custom interior/exteriorpainting,faux finishes, faux wood look garage door finish, epoxie coatings, epoxie floors, dry rot removal and restoration,stains,countertop resurfacing and restorations,sm...Read more about Xpress Home Worx
Expret solutions for all your home renovation and repair needs. Here are some of the services we offer. Custom interior/exteriorpainting,faux finishes, faux wood look garage door finish, epoxie coatings, epoxie floors, dry rot removal and restoration,stains,countertop resurfacing and restorations,sm...Read more about Xpress Home Worx
Porch Pro Headshot GAGE PAINTING INC
Painters
Serves Santa Fe, New Mexico
(26)
Tackle that next painting project with some help from GAGE PAINTING INC in Romeo. Their professionalism and creativity earned them a great A+ (as of January 2018) from the Better Business Bureau.
Tackle that next painting project with some help from GAGE PAINTING INC in Romeo. Their professionalism and creativity earned them a great A+ (as of January 2018) from the Better Business Bureau.
Porch Pro Headshot Honey's Handyman
Painters
Serves Santa Fe, New Mexico
(12)
Honey's handyman in Stonewall Gap, CO is a trusted vinyl siding company that has earned themselves an outstanding 4-star rating from previous clients.
Honey's handyman in Stonewall Gap, CO is a trusted vinyl siding company that has earned themselves an outstanding 4-star rating from previous clients.
Porch Pro Headshot Fusion Development
Painters
Serves Santa Fe, New Mexico
(1)
Say goodbye to pesky drafts and get your windows replaced by the professionals at Fusion Development in the Alamosa East area.
Say goodbye to pesky drafts and get your windows replaced by the professionals at Fusion Development in the Alamosa East area.
Porch Pro Headshot Certapro Painters of Albuquerque
Painters
Serves Santa Fe, New Mexico
(130)
Porch Pro Headshot Altamar Construction
Painters
Serves Santa Fe, New Mexico
(12)
Located in Albuquerque, Altamar Construction is a general contractor that offers bathroom remodeling, basement remodeling, and framing.
Located in Albuquerque, Altamar Construction is a general contractor that offers bathroom remodeling, basement remodeling, and framing.

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 Santa Fe Painters

10306

Very good to keep appointment. Very good work quality. Excellent value.

Extremely easy to work with. Listens carefully to the customers needs and executes the mission to full satisfaction..at a very reasonable cost !!

- Tom Severino
10305

Excellent value. Excellent work quality. Excellent to keep appointment.

Mark remodeled our bathroom. It was a major renovation involving tearing down walls and gutting the bathroom down to the studs. Everything came out spectacularly. In particular his tile work was exceptional!

- James Kelly
50890

- Shirley or Frank Hirsch
10474

I'm a general contractor. When I get overwhelmed or short of good help I know I can refer my overflow to Mark. He's honest and a rock solid man who stands behind what he does. And does what he says he'll do. It means everything to be able to trust someone...

- Robert Godreau
10572

Mark is very professional and a honest handy man. I have always appreciated his service and would recommend him to anyone in a minute

- Avi Kewalramani
10352

Excellent responsiveness in communication. Excellent value. Excellent to keep appointment.

VERY WELL. THEY SHOWED UP ON TIME AND DID A VERY GOOD JOB.

- Linda Maradol
10302

Excellent to keep appointment. Excellent work quality. Excellent value.

- Steve Bailey
459316

Kris did a great job with our retaining wall. He removed a 100 foot 2-tier railroad tie 30 year old retaining wall and replaced with concrete wall and added gravel and boulder/plants. Good communicator and delivered what we wanted.

- EVAN STOVER
438695

I had a burned out pump in my water feature. I was able to schedule quickly with Chris and he knock out a complete cleaning and replacement of the pump. Would definitely recommend!

- David King
163165

Very bad news using this outfit . This company is a one man shabby operation that preys off the humbleness of others that believe they will be treated fairly. I am a NM building contractor and was shocked at the price and work performed for a dear friend ...

- Steven Borkert
362414

Chris came out promptly in the morning after he called me to view the tree, and we decided on a price at that time. I had an appointment for another recommended contractor from Home Advisor, but it they couldn’t get out for at least three weeks. I also ...

- Gary Williams
240360

We hired All Pro Landscaping to reapply stucco to our 20-year old retaining walls. Delighted with the work performed, we asked the company to redo our overgrown xeriscaped front yard. Kris Sharma, Project Manager, helped us design a new layout while his...

- Raymond Dymale

Everything You Need to Know About Santa Fe House Painters

Can I browse unscreened Painters in Santa Fe?

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

  • Five Star Painting of North Albuquerque:
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • Lenny's Custom Painting:
    • BBB Rating: A+
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • color innovations:
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive

How do I know I am getting a fair price for Painting Services work in Santa Fe?

Every Painting Services job has different requirements. Remember that the price will differ depending on the scope of your project. However, that doesn't mean you have to go in blind. Check out our tips for getting a fair price for Santa Fe work from Paintersbelow:

  • Talk to a few different Painters and ask for quotes to compare. We have around 50 professionals and companies in Santa Fe for you to compare.
  • Before contacting a company, check out the ratings and reviews from previous customers to learn what others have paid, how long the Painters took on the job, and how satisfied they were.

How many painters does Santa Fe have?

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

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

All House Painters in Santa Fe, NM

Porch Pro Headshot Andrews Painting
Painters
Serves Santa Fe, New Mexico
From giving a room a facelift to larger renovations, Andrews Painting is there to help with your next home improvement project. They are located in Ignacio, CO and offer a variety of painting services.
From giving a room a facelift to larger renovations, Andrews Painting is there to help with your next home improvement project. They are located in Ignacio, CO and offer a variety of painting services.
Porch Pro Headshot Paint New Mexico
Painters
Serves Santa Fe, New Mexico
(2)
Looking to paint your Bayfield property but unsure how to go about it? Hire the professionals at Paint New Mexico in Bayfield, CO for one of the best services in town.
Looking to paint your Bayfield property but unsure how to go about it? Hire the professionals at Paint New Mexico in Bayfield, CO for one of the best services in town.
Porch Pro Headshot paint new mexico
Painters
Serves Santa Fe, New Mexico
Upgrade the mood of a room or your whole home with a fresh coat of paint from paint new mexico in Southern Ute, CO.
Upgrade the mood of a room or your whole home with a fresh coat of paint from paint new mexico in Southern Ute, CO.
Porch Pro Headshot Miranda Premiere Construction LLC.
Painters
Serves Santa Fe, New Mexico
For drywall repairs that will last, call the professionals at Premiere National Contractors in Southern Ute, CO.
100% response rate
For drywall repairs that will last, call the professionals at Premiere National Contractors in Southern Ute, CO.
Porch Pro Headshot Guy's Painting Co Inc
Painters
Serves Santa Fe, New Mexico
For drywall repairs that you can count on, reach out to Guy's Painting Co in Cokedale, CO.
For drywall repairs that you can count on, reach out to Guy's Painting Co in Cokedale, CO.
Porch Pro Headshot Express Residential Services
Painters
Serves Santa Fe, New Mexico
At Express Residential Services we believe that having the home of your dreams shouldn't be a nightmare time wise or cost wise. We offer a wide range of quality professional services at a price you can afford. Let us turn your old house into a new home.
At Express Residential Services we believe that having the home of your dreams shouldn't be a nightmare time wise or cost wise. We offer a wide range of quality professional services at a price you can afford. Let us turn your old house into a new home.
Porch Pro Headshot Colores De Santa Fe Painting Inc.
Painters
Serves Santa Fe, New Mexico
If you live in San Acacio and need your walls painted, Colores De Santa Fe Painting Inc. can be trusted to provide highly trained professionals for the job.
If you live in San Acacio and need your walls painted, Colores De Santa Fe Painting Inc. can be trusted to provide highly trained professionals for the job.
Porch Pro Headshot Mendoza Painting Services
Painters
Serves Santa Fe, New Mexico

Latest projects near Santa Fe

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Santa Fe 87508
Drywall Installation
Start Date
Within a month
Project type
Install drywall where none exists
Rooms to install drywall
tuff shed
Surfaces to drywall
Walls
Who will provide materials
I will provide materials, just need installation
Santa Fe 87501
Fence and Outdoor Structure Painting
Start Date
Within a week
Painting location area
Outside
What needs to be painted
Deck, patio or porch
Painted item
Deck
SQFT of painted area
300-500 sq. ft.
Painted material
Wood
Has structure previously been painted
Yes
Already purchased paint
No, but I know what I want
Santa Fe 87501
Stucco
Service needed
Stucco
Start Date
Within a year
Santa Fe 87506
Trim Work
Start Date
I'm flexible
Install or repair
Repair
Location
Baseboards
Higher than 10ft
No
Already has materials
No, but I can get them
Santa Fe 87507
Stucco
Service needed
Stucco
Start Date
Within a year
Santa Fe 87508
Drywall Repair
Start Date
Within a month
Amount to repair
One or more minor repairs
Surfaces to repair
Walls
Any repair above 15ft
No
Santa Fe 87505
Drywall Repair
Start Date
Within 48 hours
Amount to repair
One area the size of a quarter or larger
Surfaces to repair
Ceilings
Any repair above 15ft
No
Santa Fe 87507
Trim Work
Start Date
Within a week
Install or repair
Installation
Location
Baseboards
Higher than 10ft
No
Already has materials
No, but I can get them
Santa Fe 87508
Interior Plastering
Start Date
Within a month
Rooms to plaster
Living room, family room, or entertainment room
Surfaces to plaster
Walls
Subsurface or backing already installed
I'm not sure
Desired finish texture
Gloss finish