Top 10 House Painters in Trafford, PA

Porch Pro Headshot Jason Bombardier Painting
Painters
Serves Trafford, Pennsylvania
(229)
Jason Bombardier Painting is a fully insured painting company with two people and no substitutes. We offer free estimates and Senior and Military discounts. Hours of operation are 8:00-4:30 Monday through Saturday.
Jason Bombardier Painting is a fully insured painting company with two people and no substitutes. We offer free estimates and Senior and Military discounts. Hours of operation are 8:00-4:30 Monday through Saturday.
Porch Pro Headshot Mihalko's General Contracting
Painters
Serves Trafford, Pennsylvania
(302)
Ensure your home is well-protected from harsh weather with some vinyl siding from Mihalko's General Contracting, located in Zihlman, MD.
Ensure your home is well-protected from harsh weather with some vinyl siding from Mihalko's General Contracting, located in Zihlman, MD.
Porch Pro Headshot Higgins Painting
Painters
Serves Trafford, Pennsylvania
(29)
Trust the friendly professionals at Higgins Painting with your next project. We are committed to providing high quality customized services to homeowners and small business owners a like. When inviting a Higgins team into your home or small business, you can have peace of mind knowing that your prop...Read more about Higgins Painting
Trust the friendly professionals at Higgins Painting with your next project. We are committed to providing high quality customized services to homeowners and small business owners a like. When inviting a Higgins team into your home or small business, you can have peace of mind knowing that your prop...Read more about Higgins Painting
Porch Pro Headshot Roof Repair Experts
Painters
Serves Trafford, Pennsylvania
(96)
Make replacing windows in your home a breeze with some help from Roof Repair Experts in Vale Summit, rated 5 stars by previous clients.
Make replacing windows in your home a breeze with some help from Roof Repair Experts in Vale Summit, rated 5 stars by previous clients.
Porch Pro Headshot CertaPro
Painters
Serves Trafford, Pennsylvania
(131)
Porch Pro Headshot Heritage Home Painting
Painters
Serves Trafford, Pennsylvania
Heritage Home Painting is a 2nd generation, family-owned & operated, interior & exterior residential and lite commercial painting company. Launched in 2014 leveraging more than 2 decades in the business, Heritage Home Painting has earned a reputation for superior customer service and professionalism...Read more about Heritage Home Painting
Heritage Home Painting is a 2nd generation, family-owned & operated, interior & exterior residential and lite commercial painting company. Launched in 2014 leveraging more than 2 decades in the business, Heritage Home Painting has earned a reputation for superior customer service and professionalism...Read more about Heritage Home Painting
Porch Pro Headshot Basic Building Interiors
Painters
Serves Trafford, Pennsylvania
(7)
You'll get quality vinyl siding from Basic Building Interiors when you hire them for your next project. Their 5-star team has helped countless homes in Finzel, MD.
You'll get quality vinyl siding from Basic Building Interiors when you hire them for your next project. Their 5-star team has helped countless homes in Finzel, MD.
Porch Pro Headshot Benford's Home Improvement                        painting and pressure washing service.
"I hired MR Benford to come in and refinish my hard wood floors after another contractor who messed it all up MR Benford was very professional and clean at his work he was very quick in finishing the work and knowledgeable about the materials he was using I will definitely use him in the future or r...Read more about Benford's Home Improvement painting and pressure washing service.
"I hired MR Benford to come in and refinish my hard wood floors after another contractor who messed it all up MR Benford was very professional and clean at his work he was very quick in finishing the work and knowledgeable about the materials he was using I will definitely use him in the future or r...Read more about Benford's Home Improvement painting and pressure washing service.
Porch Pro Headshot Technion Construction
Painters
Serves Trafford, Pennsylvania
(7)
Technion Construction was established to offer residents in the Pittsburgh metro area a reliable and trustworthy option for home renovation, and home remodeling services that are completed on time – and always within your budget. Our dedication to surpassing your expectations is apparent in all phas...Read more about Technion Construction
Technion Construction was established to offer residents in the Pittsburgh metro area a reliable and trustworthy option for home renovation, and home remodeling services that are completed on time – and always within your budget. Our dedication to surpassing your expectations is apparent in all phas...Read more about Technion Construction
Porch Pro Headshot Fisher Painting
Painters
Serves Trafford, Pennsylvania
(33)
Keep your property looking its best with the hard-working professionals of Fisher Painting in the Oldtown, MD area.
Keep your property looking its best with the hard-working professionals of Fisher Painting in the Oldtown, MD area.

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 Trafford Painters

94398

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

- 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 value. Excellent responsiveness in communication. Excellent work quality.

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 work quality. Excellent responsiveness in communication.

Fast, clean and a good price.

- Beth Tankersley
338860

Please please do NOT hire Technion Construction. We hired them to put an addition onto our home. They are an unreliable and untrustworthy operation. We did our best to stick with them as long as we could for our job, and they eventually just stopped retur...

- Jodi Cobb
384233

Doing construction is a headache.  Doing construction during a pandemic is insane. Doing it with technion construction was an absolute nightmare. LONG story short. A 14 week additon turned into a 8 month still only framing job. Day one they broke our ma...

- Letitia lessman
34848

Jason was to put it simply one of the easiest contractor I have ever delt with. He really stands behind his work and never rushed through anything. Great hire!!!!!

- David Sufrin
155667

I needed two ceilings repaired: one on laundry room and another in a a small bathroom. Ron was able to fix both by removing plaster, replacing water damaged areas and then repainting both ceilings to match the original colors. I was very pleased with Ron...

- Pat Parsons
187306

Hired Mr Fisher recently to do some bathroom replacement work. Replacing vanity, medicine cabinet, Painting, and trim work. He also stopped an area outside the property from water leaks and kitchen trim. He genuinely cares about his work and walked me th...

- Richard Kurtz
25480

This was the best paint job I had ever seen! Cory knew I needed the rooms painted quickly, and he sent one of his painters out within the week. Chuck was neat and meticulous. He even touched up the doors and framing. Everything was back in place, as i...

- Marcia Buchanan
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We live at Indian Lake and had a huge project for Wayne. On the interior of our home, we had the entire first floor repainted including painting over dark pine paneling to modernize the space, and doing the ceilings on two floors. It turned out beauti...

- ann foley

Everything You Need to Know About Trafford House Painters

Can I browse unscreened Painters in Trafford?

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

  • Preston DeWitt painting:
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • Kelly Painting:
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • Cm Custom Painting:
    • Active/Verified License: Yes, Current Status is Active

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

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

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

How many painters does Trafford have?

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

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

All House Painters in Trafford, PA

Porch Pro Headshot Harding General Contracting
Painters
Serves Trafford, Pennsylvania
Here to meet all your carpentry needs
Here to meet all your carpentry needs
Porch Pro Headshot Dan's Painting Plus
Painters
Serves Trafford, Pennsylvania
(6)
Trust in a well-known and higly professional painting contractor in Turtle Creek, PA and all surrounding areas. Dan's Painting Plus is the remarkable painter who can provide you interior & exterior, residential & commercial paintiong services, pressure washing, gutter cleaning, hedge trimming and pl...Read more about Dan's Painting Plus
Trust in a well-known and higly professional painting contractor in Turtle Creek, PA and all surrounding areas. Dan's Painting Plus is the remarkable painter who can provide you interior & exterior, residential & commercial paintiong services, pressure washing, gutter cleaning, hedge trimming and pl...Read more about Dan's Painting Plus
Porch Pro Headshot Affordable home innovations llc
Painters
Serves Trafford, Pennsylvania
Porch Pro Headshot Edge Painting
Painters
Serves Trafford, Pennsylvania
(20)
When your walls have suffered damage, you can rely on Edge Painting in Jennings to repair them properly.
When your walls have suffered damage, you can rely on Edge Painting in Jennings to repair them properly.
Porch Pro Headshot MWWS
Painters
Serves Trafford, Pennsylvania
Painting your home doesn't have to be hard. Make it easy by bringing in professional painters from MWWS in Accident.
Painting your home doesn't have to be hard. Make it easy by bringing in professional painters from MWWS in Accident.
Porch Pro Headshot Gorman painting
Painters
Serves Trafford, Pennsylvania
A custom-painted house can truly make it feel like home. Gorman painting, located in the Bloomington, MD area, will go above and beyond to meet these needs.
A custom-painted house can truly make it feel like home. Gorman painting, located in the Bloomington, MD area, will go above and beyond to meet these needs.
Porch Pro Headshot Mangelli's painting
Painters
Serves Trafford, Pennsylvania
Looking to paint your Friendsville property but unsure how to go about it? Hire the professionals at Mangelli's painting in Friendsville for one of the best services in town.
Looking to paint your Friendsville property but unsure how to go about it? Hire the professionals at Mangelli's painting in Friendsville for one of the best services in town.
Porch Pro Headshot Matson Enterpises, LLC
Painters
Serves Trafford, Pennsylvania
For a superb job on drywall repair services in Shaft, MD, look no further than Matson Enterpises.
For a superb job on drywall repair services in Shaft, MD, look no further than Matson Enterpises.
Porch Pro Headshot Paradigm Interiors
Painters
Serves Trafford, Pennsylvania
Residential and commercial interior remodeling and repairs.
Residential and commercial interior remodeling and repairs.
Porch Pro Headshot PJs Pro Painting
Painters
Serves Trafford, Pennsylvania
From giving a room a facelift to larger renovations, PJs Pro Painting is there to help with your next home improvement project. They are located in Finzel and offer a variety of painting services.
From giving a room a facelift to larger renovations, PJs Pro Painting is there to help with your next home improvement project. They are located in Finzel and offer a variety of painting services.
Porch Pro Headshot JEFF MCLAREN HOME REMODELING
Painters
Serves Trafford, Pennsylvania
Honest, reliable, and insured! I provde high quality work for a reasonable wage. References available upon request!
Honest, reliable, and insured! I provde high quality work for a reasonable wage. References available upon request!
Porch Pro Headshot Nick Vinsick Painting Contractor
Painters
Serves Trafford, Pennsylvania
Residential Painting Contractor. In business since 1986 with over 30 years of experience in residential, commercial, and new construction painting.
Residential Painting Contractor. In business since 1986 with over 30 years of experience in residential, commercial, and new construction painting.
Porch Pro Headshot Kerstons World of Painting
Painters
Serves Trafford, Pennsylvania
100% response rate
Porch Pro Headshot AJones Painting & Refinishing
Painters
Serves Trafford, Pennsylvania

Latest projects near Trafford

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Irwin 15642
Drywall Installation
Start Date
Within a week
Project type
Install drywall where none exists
Rooms to install drywall
Living room, family room, or entertainment room
Surfaces to drywall
Walls and ceilings
Who will provide materials
I will provide materials, just need installation
Monroeville 15146
Drywall Repair
Comments from Customer
install new drywall. I have the materials
Monroeville 15146
Drywall Installation
Start Date
Within a week
Project type
Install drywall where none exists
Rooms to install drywall
Living room, family room, or entertainment room
Surfaces to drywall
Walls
Who will provide materials
The contractor will need to purchase materials for the project
Monroeville 15146
Drywall Repair
Comments from Customer
Drywall replacement
Monroeville 15146
Drywall Repair
Comments from Customer
I would like to get an estimate for servicing our home for water damages. Drywall water damage...insulation.
Monroeville 15146
Drywall Installation
Start Date
Within a week
Rooms to install drywall
Sun room
Surfaces to drywall
Ceilings
Who will provide materials
I will provide materials, just need installation
Monroeville 15146
Fence and Outdoor Structure Painting
Start Date
Within a month
What needs to be painted
Deck, patio or porch
Painted item
Porch
SQFT of painted area
Less than 150 sq. ft.
Painted material
Concrete or cement
Has structure previously been painted
Yes
Already purchased paint
No, but I know what I want
North Versailles 15137
Drywall Repair