Top 10 House Painters in Smyrna, DE

Porch Pro Headshot CertaPro
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Serves Smyrna, Delaware
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Porch Pro Headshot Blast Of Color Painting  Inc.
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Serves Smyrna, Delaware
Offering a Wide Range of Residential & Commercial Painting Services from Interior & Exterior Painting to Power Washing! We serve Dover, Camden, Felton, Harrington, Middletown, Smyrna, Clayton, Townsend, Bear, Newark, Delaware City, New Castle & Wilmington and everywhere in between! NO JOB IS TOO B...Read more about Blast Of Color Painting Inc.
Offering a Wide Range of Residential & Commercial Painting Services from Interior & Exterior Painting to Power Washing! We serve Dover, Camden, Felton, Harrington, Middletown, Smyrna, Clayton, Townsend, Bear, Newark, Delaware City, New Castle & Wilmington and everywhere in between! NO JOB IS TOO B...Read more about Blast Of Color Painting Inc.
Porch Pro Headshot Ayala Painting, LLC
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Serves Smyrna, Delaware
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Your walls will look great when you have Ayala Painting in Aberdeen, MD apply a fresh coat of paint.
Your walls will look great when you have Ayala Painting in Aberdeen, MD apply a fresh coat of paint.
Porch Pro Headshot Premier Touch Painting
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Serves Smyrna, Delaware
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📍 Newark, DE 📲 (302) 533-8530 Text us about your project! Book a free estimate below ⬇️ www.premiertouchpainting.com
📍 Newark, DE 📲 (302) 533-8530 Text us about your project! Book a free estimate below ⬇️ www.premiertouchpainting.com
Porch Pro Headshot A Valente Painting
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Serves Smyrna, Delaware
Look no further than A Valente Painting in Oxford, a well-respected painting company known for their high-quality work and techniques.
Look no further than A Valente Painting in Oxford, a well-respected painting company known for their high-quality work and techniques.
Porch Pro Headshot Brian Littleton & Sons Painting
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Serves Smyrna, Delaware
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Thank you for viewing our company profile, we do hope you will give us the opportunity to complete a painting or home improvement project for you. Proudly serving Delaware and the surrounding area since 1993 Littleton & Sons Painting has completed painting and home improvement projects in homes, bus...Read more about Brian Littleton & Sons Painting
Thank you for viewing our company profile, we do hope you will give us the opportunity to complete a painting or home improvement project for you. Proudly serving Delaware and the surrounding area since 1993 Littleton & Sons Painting has completed painting and home improvement projects in homes, bus...Read more about Brian Littleton & Sons Painting
Porch Pro Headshot J & S Remodeling & Handyman Services
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Serves Smyrna, Delaware
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We can handle all your remodeling needs. We specialize in everything from plumbing, framing, drywall, trim, window & door installation, tile & wood & laminate flooring
We can handle all your remodeling needs. We specialize in everything from plumbing, framing, drywall, trim, window & door installation, tile & wood & laminate flooring
Porch Pro Headshot Mancari Painting & Contracting LLC
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Serves Smyrna, Delaware
For drywall repairs that you can count on, reach out to Mancari Painting & Contracting LLC in the Marydel area.
For drywall repairs that you can count on, reach out to Mancari Painting & Contracting LLC in the Marydel area.
Porch Pro Headshot Perez Painting
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Serves Smyrna, Delaware
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Here for your residential painting needs!
Here for your residential painting needs!
Porch Pro Headshot F.A.S.T home improvements
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Serves Smyrna, Delaware
F.A.S.T home improvements father and son team company who believes in quality in home remodeling and renovations. Professionals in flooring, painting, kitchen cabinets, decks, trim, Windows, doors and home repairs.
F.A.S.T home improvements father and son team company who believes in quality in home remodeling and renovations. Professionals in flooring, painting, kitchen cabinets, decks, trim, Windows, doors and home repairs.

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 Smyrna Painters

44016

European Painting is a great choice for your interior/exterior painting needs. High quality workmanship at an affordable price!

- Dan O'Neill
44121

The best out there for the price!

- Sandra Kece
43908

I highly recommend European painting. Great work, prompt and very knowledgable. Will be using them again.

- Justin Savino
43880

European Painting Company does a fabulous job for custom painting. They are professional and take the time to clean up after their work. They do a thorough prep job so no drips or dents and it is a family-run business so the workers are friendly and tru...

- Sandra Kece
43904

Very detailed professional and friendly....

- Soner-Aygul Kece
45060

European Painting has done a fantastic job every time we have used them. They've painted bookcases and most rooms in our home. They are very consistent in doing the job right and in protecting our floors and furniture. They're always there when they say...

- Dave Allen
94398

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

- Raymond Gehrig
83973

A most excellent job well done. my neighbor was so impressed with how our home turned out that they have hired them too.

- Lonnie Annis
75122

Excellent work quality. Excellent responsiveness in communication. Excellent to keep appointment.

Fair pricing, personable estimator, pleasant, competent, on time, painters. All around professional company. I would definitely recommend them to friends and family.

- David Smith
74453

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

Fast, clean and a good price.

- Beth Tankersley
56960

Great job! Very professionally run business. Definitely very customer friendly and oriented. I would recommend them to anyone

- Tene Scott
24867

Very quick response for quote. Started job when promised. Appreciated his attention to detail. Very pleased with results.

- louis levenson

Everything You Need to Know About Smyrna House Painters

I’m searching for Painters servicing my zip code in Smyrna.

Many painters provide service to multiple zip codes in and around Smyrna. Browse through a sample of the Painters in Smyrna below to find the right professional in your area for your project. Remember to contact each of these professionals individually to ask about their prices, recent successful painting services jobs, how they bill, and what licenses or permits they have or will have to get for your job:

  • Brad&Tiffs Painting LLC:
    • Service Area Zip Code: 08029
  • Charlies Painting LLC:
    • Service Area Zip Code: 19938
  • Goode Design Painting & Wallcovering Inc:
    • Service Area Zip Code: 21153, 21057 and 21239

If you weren't able to find the right painter company that services your Smyrna zip code, don't worry. Try contacting the company directly to ask them what surrounding areas they also service near Smyrna.

Can I browse unscreened Painters in Smyrna?

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

  • Charlies Painting LLC:
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • Five Star Painting Of Newark:
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • Imperial Services LLC:
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive

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

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 Smyrna work from Paintersbelow:

  • Talk to a few different Painters and ask for quotes to compare. We have around 50 professionals and companies in Smyrna 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.

All House Painters in Smyrna, DE

Porch Pro Headshot BBE - Environmental
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Serves Smyrna, Delaware
BBE a full service environmental consulting firm founded in 2010. The founding vision was to provide comprehensive and quality environmental solutions to clients, throughout the ever changing regulatory environment. Since it's founding, BBE has grown to service a wide variety of customers. BBE has ...Read more about BBE - Environmental
BBE a full service environmental consulting firm founded in 2010. The founding vision was to provide comprehensive and quality environmental solutions to clients, throughout the ever changing regulatory environment. Since it's founding, BBE has grown to service a wide variety of customers. BBE has ...Read more about BBE - Environmental
Porch Pro Headshot Reasonable remodelling
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Serves Smyrna, Delaware
Over 75 yrs experience together..all remodeling from flooring to painting..very reasonable and top quietly work.one wall,one room to entire home...very fast paced to get u set up..repairs and plenty of pics and references 6099725920 mike family owned an ran..no outsiders
Over 75 yrs experience together..all remodeling from flooring to painting..very reasonable and top quietly work.one wall,one room to entire home...very fast paced to get u set up..repairs and plenty of pics and references 6099725920 mike family owned an ran..no outsiders
Porch Pro Headshot European Painting Company INC.
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Serves Smyrna, Delaware
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For drywall installation and repair in the Ocean Pines area, European Painting Company boasts a 5-star rating for superior service and quality product.
For drywall installation and repair in the Ocean Pines area, European Painting Company boasts a 5-star rating for superior service and quality product.
Porch Pro Headshot delawarehousepainter.  535-4583
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Looking for a great painting company? delawarehousepainter. 535-4583 in the Church Hill, MD area boasts a stellar 5-star rating.
Looking for a great painting company? delawarehousepainter. 535-4583 in the Church Hill, MD area boasts a stellar 5-star rating.
Porch Pro Headshot C&c painting&custom repairs
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Serves Smyrna, Delaware
We are a owner/operator company that specialises in custom painting projects no job to big or small also ask about are custom build and repairing ability
We are a owner/operator company that specialises in custom painting projects no job to big or small also ask about are custom build and repairing ability
Porch Pro Headshot Robert James' Renovations
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Serves Smyrna, Delaware
Looking to paint your Georgetown property but unsure how to go about it? Hire the professionals at Robert James' Renovations in the Georgetown, MD area for one of the best services in town.
Looking to paint your Georgetown property but unsure how to go about it? Hire the professionals at Robert James' Renovations in the Georgetown, MD area for one of the best services in town.
Porch Pro Headshot Nick’s neat painting
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Serves Smyrna, Delaware
We are professionals willing to assist you with all your interior/exterior painting and drywall repairs. We definitely look forward to working with our neighbors. Only the best is good enough !!
We are professionals willing to assist you with all your interior/exterior painting and drywall repairs. We definitely look forward to working with our neighbors. Only the best is good enough !!
Porch Pro Headshot Rogers & Associates
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Serves Smyrna, Delaware
Been painting for over 25 years. Retired US ARMY, veteran. I primarily paint antique houses exterior and interior. References available upon request.
Been painting for over 25 years. Retired US ARMY, veteran. I primarily paint antique houses exterior and interior. References available upon request.
Porch Pro Headshot Simply Divine Designs  Llc.
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Serves Smyrna, Delaware
Your home's walls can be smooth again, even if they are dented and cracked now. The drywall specialists at Simply Divine Designs Llc. in Marydel are ready to help!
Your home's walls can be smooth again, even if they are dented and cracked now. The drywall specialists at Simply Divine Designs Llc. in Marydel are ready to help!
Porch Pro Headshot Griffs handy man services
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Serves Smyrna, Delaware
Eliminate dents and cracks in your drywall with help from Griffs handy man services in Pittsville.
Eliminate dents and cracks in your drywall with help from Griffs handy man services in Pittsville.
Porch Pro Headshot Ironside Commercial services LLC
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Serves Smyrna, Delaware
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A custom-painted house can truly make it feel like home. Ironside Commercial services LLC, located in Millington, MD, will go above and beyond to meet these needs.
A custom-painted house can truly make it feel like home. Ironside Commercial services LLC, located in Millington, MD, will go above and beyond to meet these needs.
Porch Pro Headshot HP CUSTOM TRIM AND PAINTING LLC
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Serves Smyrna, Delaware
We are a trade partner with one of the best builders in the area Garrison Homes. We do custom interior and exterior painting. Reasonable rates and free estimates. We leave no stone unturned when taking on your project. Really neat and clean with plenty of job protection to make sure when we leave ...Read more about HP CUSTOM TRIM AND PAINTING LLC
We are a trade partner with one of the best builders in the area Garrison Homes. We do custom interior and exterior painting. Reasonable rates and free estimates. We leave no stone unturned when taking on your project. Really neat and clean with plenty of job protection to make sure when we leave ...Read more about HP CUSTOM TRIM AND PAINTING LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Grapevine Home Solutions
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Serves Smyrna, Delaware

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