Top 10 House Painters in Washington, DC

Porch Pro Headshot M.H Home Improvement
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Serves Washington, District Of Columbia
Porch Pro Headshot Williams Painting and remodeling
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Serves Washington, District Of Columbia
(19)
"Exterior painting with repair and wood rot replacement. After job was scheduled, we had weather issues but William was very responsive, reasonable estimates,, he pointed out the repair work required, the crew did a great job. Would highly recommend."
"Exterior painting with repair and wood rot replacement. After job was scheduled, we had weather issues but William was very responsive, reasonable estimates,, he pointed out the repair work required, the crew did a great job. Would highly recommend."
Porch Pro Headshot LD Patios
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Serves Washington, District Of Columbia
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"Wow am excited about the job David did it in mi house And I’ll recommend to everyone Couse he did a good job In mi yard He make a big patio in mi yard And he charged me 25 douse dollars And I’m happy Whit mi proyecto"
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"Wow am excited about the job David did it in mi house And I’ll recommend to everyone Couse he did a good job In mi yard He make a big patio in mi yard And he charged me 25 douse dollars And I’m happy Whit mi proyecto"
Porch Pro Headshot M&M Painting and Renovations inc
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Serves Washington, District Of Columbia
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Eliminate all your drywall worries and concerns with the skilled specialists from M&M Painting and Renovations Co. They have hold a 5-star rating from their clients in Broomes Island, MD.
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Eliminate all your drywall worries and concerns with the skilled specialists from M&M Painting and Renovations Co. They have hold a 5-star rating from their clients in Broomes Island, MD.
Porch Pro Headshot IPO Windows & Home
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Serves Washington, District Of Columbia
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Rated 5 stars, IPO Windows & Home in Fairview, MD is here for you when you need your home windows replaced.
Rated 5 stars, IPO Windows & Home in Fairview, MD is here for you when you need your home windows replaced.
Porch Pro Headshot Property Solutions DC INC
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Serves Washington, District Of Columbia
*** WE HAVE A FLASH SALE GOING ON. VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFO!*** propsolutionsdc.com We have over 25 years in painting commercially and residential. High quality work with a great price! We are licensed and insured, so you can count on us! We only work with the best and that allows us to gu...Read more about Property Solutions DC INC
*** WE HAVE A FLASH SALE GOING ON. VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFO!*** propsolutionsdc.com We have over 25 years in painting commercially and residential. High quality work with a great price! We are licensed and insured, so you can count on us! We only work with the best and that allows us to gu...Read more about Property Solutions DC INC
Porch Pro Headshot Prime Painters LLC
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Serves Washington, District Of Columbia
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Prime Painters LLC offers more than 20 years of experience. A growing family business, it has provided painting and carpentry services that families and businesses can be proud of. We pride ourselves in staying on or under budget and finishing on time. We know the ins and outs of painting and carpen...Read more about Prime Painters LLC
Prime Painters LLC offers more than 20 years of experience. A growing family business, it has provided painting and carpentry services that families and businesses can be proud of. We pride ourselves in staying on or under budget and finishing on time. We know the ins and outs of painting and carpen...Read more about Prime Painters LLC
Porch Pro Headshot GK Construction, LLC.
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Serves Washington, District Of Columbia
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At GK Construction, we focus on 100% customer satisfaction. We take pride in our work and making customers our number one priority. We are a licensed, insured and bonded company. We specialize in mold testing, mold remediation, painting and handyman services. We look forward to working and interacti...Read more about GK Construction, LLC.
At GK Construction, we focus on 100% customer satisfaction. We take pride in our work and making customers our number one priority. We are a licensed, insured and bonded company. We specialize in mold testing, mold remediation, painting and handyman services. We look forward to working and interacti...Read more about GK Construction, LLC.
Porch Pro Headshot Jackson and Brock
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Serves Washington, District Of Columbia
Affordable, Efficient, Fast, Reliable and Professional Workers Pack, Unpack, Load, Unload, Even move around Guaranteed to make your move less stressful. We do cleaning, painting and landscaping as well. All you need with J&B!
Affordable, Efficient, Fast, Reliable and Professional Workers Pack, Unpack, Load, Unload, Even move around Guaranteed to make your move less stressful. We do cleaning, painting and landscaping as well. All you need with J&B!
Porch Pro Headshot JAS General Construction & Renovation, Inc.
Painters
Serves Washington, District Of Columbia
We've been in the construction industry since 1989. With our experience and background, we can take on any remodeling challenge. Our team is always honest, reliable and knowledgeable about the services we provide. We'll make sure that we match you with the materials that suit your home best. We also...Read more about JAS General Construction & Renovation, Inc.
We've been in the construction industry since 1989. With our experience and background, we can take on any remodeling challenge. Our team is always honest, reliable and knowledgeable about the services we provide. We'll make sure that we match you with the materials that suit your home best. We also...Read more about JAS General Construction & Renovation, Inc.

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 Washington Painters

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I have been using this Co since 2000 on the properties that I manage. It's a great Co. Responsible, affordable prices and the most important quality job. They do carpet, vinyl, vct, painting, renovations, etc, I highly recommend them!

- Marcy Urquiza
80307

Excellent experience! Very fast response, professional and courteous service. I highly recommend M&M Painting and Renovation and plan to use them again!

- Cheryl Lowery
80204

Mario was very prompt in calling me as soon as I registered with Porch. He was polite, informative, and very easy to work with. The job was completed on time and I was totally satisfied. The workers showed up on time, did a great job, were polite and e...

- Carleen Webb
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Responded quickly to my inquiry online for a partition wall and helped me work within my budget - charged about $1800 less than other companies had quoted! Work was professional and done in a timely manner.

- Camille Perrault
80304

Mario was absolutely phenomenal. He completely repaired and replaced a water damaged ceiling. He cut out the damaged drywall, replaced, sealed, and painted. He took a very difficult task and the final product was impeccable. Even though the project was mu...

- Charles Toth
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Edwin Soto came promptly to patch and paint my drywall. He did flawless work. He was courteous and respectful of my property. Great work for the price. Thank you so much Edwin!

- Mike Miller
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Porch Pro Headshot Global Painting Solutions
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Serves Washington, District Of Columbia
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Porch Pro Headshot Frank's painting LLC
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Porch Pro Headshot Paul Devincenti Interiors
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Serves Washington, District Of Columbia
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Chevy Chase 20815
Fence and Outdoor Structure Painting
Start Date
I'm flexible
What needs to be painted
Fence
Fence length
I'm not sure
Fence height
Taller than 8 feet
Fence construction material
Iron or steel
Has fence previously been painted
Yes
Already purchased paint
No, and I want the pro to recommend