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    PH PAINTING INC Logo
    Hyannis, MA·

    painting, Power Washing, Painting Residential - Interior/Exterior , and 2 more

    "Pedro is a true professional, giving exceptional service from start to finish. I recently purchased a house and contacted him through Thumbtack. His communication was great and the estimate to paint the whole interior was very fair. I gave him a key to the house, he sent daily updates and the job was on time. I was not ready to renovate the kitchen, he did a great job refinishing the cabinets giving it a much needed update. As promised he returned after the flooring company had finished their install and touched up as needed, nothing was to much trouble. He was a pleasure to work with, I highly recommended him."

    E909DBD16BA977BAC9FAC1731C95EF6AA7C09C146CCD53BF5BB008502E163CCC 0. in January 2025

    PH
    Revere, MA·

    Handyman Services, Painting, Pressure Washing

    "I would definitely recommend them."

    Kevin .. in December 2021

    Gega Home Improvements Logo
    Westwood, MA·

    Handyman

    "Artur and Gega Construction are a must hire! They have been reliably producing top quality work for me on many jobs for years! From full siding replacement, fence installation, deck repairs and rebuild, to gutter installation, stair repairs, masonry, and basement clean outs. Always fair pricing and ensures you are happy with the finished product!"

    Josh B. in February 2023

    LH
    Chelsea, MA·

    Flooring, Painting, Tile

    About us: "Leiva Home Improvements is the premier home improvement company serving Boston and surrounding areas for over 5 years. Our #1 goal as a company is having complete customer satisfaction and there is no job that is too big or too small. If you want the job done right, call Chris today for a FREE estimate."

    RH

    "Elson and his crew could not have been more fantastic! Exceptional quality and value -- finish carpentry, floor installation, restoration of 1880?s paneled exterior door, wall patching and repair, repair fencing. No matter what we threw at them in working on our1880 Victorian, they were able to tackle the challenge, done perfectly, with a smile! Cant say enough about this incredible crew!"

    Alexandra S. in December 2024

    OP

    In business since 2023

    Malden, MA·

    Painting

    About us: "Welcome to Ochoa Painting!We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise, that your home or business deserves. We offer competitive prices, and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us now!"

    BS
    Milton, MA·

    Drywall / Plaster- Repair, Wood Fence - Install / Repair, Carpentry Framing - Install / Repair , and 2 more

    "Great work, affordable and fast."

    Lystra W. in October 2018

    CP

    "My husband and I were able to get our deck painted and our bathroom painted for a great price.the whole team is skilled and knowledgeable.Both project came out great ! I can tell a lot of care and time went into each project. I would hire again! Thank you ð"

    Andrea O. in August 2024

    JC

    In business since 2020

    SOMERVILLE, MA·

    Carpentry

    About us: "We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!"

    ZP

    In business since 2020

    Jamaica Plain, MA·

    Painting Interior & Exterior

    About us: "With over 20 years of experience, Zakim Paint Company is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call us today!"

    Brandes Pro Paint, Inc. Logo
    Lowell, MA·

    Exterior Painting and Interior Painting, Dry wall repair , light carpentry, Exterior Painting and Interior Painting

    "Wesley Brandes is a reliable, trustworthy, meticulous and efficient painting Co! Wesley and his crew stain my large deck every spring and it always looks great! They arrive at the appointed day, on time and always leave the premises neat and cleaned up. Wesley also stained my house many years ago and it still looks great! I highly recommend the Brandes Pro Paint, Inc !"

    Nancy L. in October 2022

    UP
    Hingham, MA·

    Restoration, Renovation , Mold remediation , mold inspection, Siding , Roofing ,Decks, tiles, Painting , and 22 more

    "Honest and trustworthy...J.R. Reis 's presentation was sincere with clear cut explanation. I was sold at meeting him to review work. Performed the job to perfection. Reliable, responsive,crew respectful to property , job site immaculate at all times. Crew hard working, supervised well by J.R. Also J.R. is a working manager/owner. The job proved to be a challenge working on wood from 1860. It entailed power washing of home, prep, painting trim including farmers porch and shutters. Also sanded to bare wood and stained large deck. Replaced five basement windows. I highly recommend this company. Having J.R. Do additional work. Extremely pleased."

    Joan F. in September 2017

    Master Plastering & Services, Inc. Logo
    Lowell, MA·

    Carpentry Services, Drywall - Repair, Tile Installation , and 2 more

    "I got a quote same day. Got an email with estimate 3 hours later. 2 plasterers came next day. They were polite and did a great job with wall that needed new board and plaster and also removed old crown molding replaced with new. Painter came 2 days later and did a great job with wall...molding and 2 ceilings. They cleaned up beautifully."

    Kim C. in October 2019

    LG Home Painting Logo
    Framingham, MA·

    Painting

    "I’ve hired Giovanni for 3 projects and I’ve been very satisfied with his work and level of professionalism. He is easy to get into contact with, is readily available for projects and the pricing is very reasonable. He comes in does the job and leaves the place fresh and clean. I would and will continue to hire he for all my future painting project needs. The before pic is the yellow and the after is the beige."

    Isidora C. in November 2024

    AR
    LYNN, MA·

    "Victor was easy to work with and was prompt and professional."

    HOWARD S. in November 2024

    PL
    Everett, MA·

    Concrete, Painting, Flooring

    "They are amazing to work with. I can't say enough. The made what should have been a much more stressful process, way more efficient! Thank you to the entire Prime team!"

    Ann Marie L. in November 2024

    Promax Painting, Inc. Logo
    Chelsea, MA·

    Painting

    "Excellent job, will call Promax next time."

    Jeff Z. in April 2022

    Paul Chalifour Jr Painting Contractor Logo
    Boxford, MA·

    Specializing in all residential and commercial painting., We use the old tried and true method of powerwash: TSP, bleach and water in proportion.

    "Paul team did a super job. We had our stairway banister painted, a kitchen ceiling patched and painted and a small bathroom painted. The painters were very professional and as unobtrusive as possible. Paul's quote and estimation of time-to-complete were both accurate. I will definitely use Paul and his team again!"

    Shelley S. in February 2020

    Double Coat Painting Logo
    Boston, MA·

    "He is an excellent worker."

    Hyron R. in October 2018

    Silva Express Painting, Inc. Logo
    North Easton, MA·

    staning, Painting

    "We initially hired this company 4 months ago to paint our Family room and install new ceiling tiles. We were so happy with their work we galdly called them back to paint our kitchen and bathroom and 7 doors. They removed the old wall paper, painted the walls, ceilings, and trim, painted 7 doors, and installed bead board in the kitchen. The crew of 4 men did the job in 2 days, They left all work areas clean and did an expert job of painting all surfaces. My wife was extremely happy once again, We've recommended this company to others who were looking for good painters at a reasonable price. They showed up each day on time, and were friendly and professional."

    Thomas P. in July 2019

    R AND R PRO PAINTING INC Logo
    East Boston, MA·

    Residential / Commercial, +7 Years of Experience, Interior Painting , and 4 more

    "R&R painted our house and they were very professional! They walked us through every step of the process and it was hassle and stress free!"

    Brenda C. in December 2024

    Cesar Painting Logo
    Cambridge, MA·

    deck sealing, exterior painting, interior painting

    "Cesar's attention to detail and workmanship are incredible. We have worked with him over several years across two houses, including panting our entire interior, staining a deck and painting railings, repairing a wall after a leak from the floor above that bubbled behind the paint, and fixing a 14" square hole in a ceiling cut to investigate a (different) leak. Each time he was thorough, very considerate of protecting our home/furniture, and did exceptional work. He is reliable, responsive and always on time. Can't recommend Cesar more highly!"

    Lillian M. in July 2024

    Pontes Painting, Inc. Logo
    Northborough, MA·

    Interior and Exterior Projects, Residential Painting

    "Mr. Pontes and his team did a wonderful job on our outdoor enclosed porch. Some of the projects were: Removal the old carpet and disposal, replace the screens around the whole room, install new vinyl floor 100% waterproof, scrape and sand the wood ceiling, painted wood and siding, one coat of stain on ceiling, one coat of clear Polyurethane on ceiling and many more things also. This is the second time I used his expertise for a job. Once again, everything turned out great! Thank You Mr. Pontes!"

    Milton T. in August 2024

    SS
    Lynn, MA·

    Landscape

    "Roman and his brother are knowledgeable, hard working, and do quality work. I started out hiring them to repair front porch stairs, and after that went well we started adding other jobs to the mix. They ended up doing everything from roof leak repair, gutter cleaning and repair, power washing my house, and staining my deck, to landscaping work like tree pruning, mulching, bush removal, etc. It was amazing to find these guys to take care of so many projects that had been lingering and stressing me out. I highly recommend, and will be bringing them back in the spring."

    Tay A. in September 2024

    Perfection Home Remodeling Logo
    Canton, MA·

    "Very good job. It was amazing, all was on time."

    May T. in July 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Painters usually price a job by the square feet of the project. Sometimes they’ll include flat fees for fixed expenses, like overhead and permits.

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Interior painting makes for a doable DIY project. You can save some money and get a real sense of accomplishment by doing this yourself. And, with the right prep work – covering, taping and scraping – it’s fairly forgiving. But it takes a lot of time to move furniture, tape trim, prep the surface and cover your floor, let alone apply the actual paint. Instead, save yourself the time and hassle and find a local interior painter.

Leave exterior painting to the pros. Not only do you need to worry about the type and quality of the paint, you’ll also likely need a ladder and considerably more prep work. You’ll likely need additional equipment like ladders, scaffolding and possibly a paint sprayer. It’s almost cheaper to just hire a pro. Talk to a local exterior house painter about your project.

  1. Do your research. Understand what to expect and what to look for in a pro. Look at paint types, prices and costs.
    1. Interior home painting costs $1,000-$2,800
    2. Exterior painting costs $1,700-$4,100
    3. Painting a ceiling costs $150-$350
    4. Painting cabinets costs $350-$1,200
    5. Trim painting costs $500-$1,500
    6. Calculate paint coverage
  2. Call pros for site inspections and estimates. Always get three to five estimates.
  3. Check references, compare quotes, look at past work. After you have estimates in hand, do one final pass to compare the contractors.
  4. Sign a contract with the pro of your choice. You might need to make a down payment, usually 25% to 50% of the total project cost to cover material costs, but not all pros require this. Don’t pay for the entire project upfront.

  • A complete inspection. Each pro takes a walk around your home to evaluate the condition of your current paint, the size of the job and any obstacles for accessing the site. They do this to see how much prep work they’ll need and estimate how long the job will take. The more thorough the inspection, the more accurate the quote.
  • Color consultation. Expect each contractor to have varying color options and suggestions. However, you have the final say.
  • Listen to the pro – they’re experts after all – but don’t get pushed into a color combination or finish type that you don’t want. Understand the different exterior paints or interior paint choices before your pro arrives.
  • A rough estimate or complete quote. Finishing contractors vary here. Usually, they can quote straightforward projects on the spot. But some may need to take it back to their shop to run numbers and give you a detailed estimate with costs broken out. Neither method is better than the other, but just make sure to get multiple quotes.

  1. How long have you been in business? A long business history helps you avoid shoddy companies. It’s hard for a service business to stay in business if they don’t do good work.
  2. Are you licensed and insured? Not all states require a license for painting homes, but many do. Always use one that’s insured.
  3. Do you belong to any professional organizations? You’ll find many online, like the Painting Contractors Association or the Finishing Contractors Association?
  4. Do you have other work I can look at? Always check a portfolio or, in the case of painters, it’s better to look at work they did a few years ago to see how well it’s held up.
  5. How long will the job take? Get a rough estimate but get it in writing.
  6. How many people are in your crew? This is especially important if you work remotely. More people generally means more noise, but they’ll be done faster.
  7. Will I be in the way if I’m home during the painting? You usually won’t be in the way, but this question helps you understand what to expect while they’re working. They’ll need to lay down coverings and do a lot of prep work.
  8. Do you guarantee your work? Never hire a painter who doesn’t guarantee their work. This often means they’ll rush the prep work, since peeling never happens right away.
  9. What type of paint do you use, and how long is it rated to last? Different rooms need different paint and the exterior needs exterior paint. It comes in different grades with different guaranteed lifetimes.
  10. Can you supply a written estimate and contract? Never use a painter who isn’t willing to put his work in writing.

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Recent Job Requests for Painting Contractors in Boston, MA

  • Project Location: Boston, MA
    Date: 02/01/24
    House Occupancy: Furnished and occupied
    Rooms to be Painted: Bedroom(s)
    Rooms to be Painted: Kitchen
    Rooms to be Painted: Living areas
    Painting Needs:: Walls
    Comment: I would like to get an estimate for paint a 500 square feet.
  • Project Location: Boston, MA
    Date: 02/01/24
    Location: Home/Residence
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    What is the occupancy of the house?: Furnished and occupied
    How many rooms do you want to paint?: 1 - 2 rooms
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Ceiling
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Wall
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Trim
    Which rooms need to be painted? (Check all that apply): Living spaces (Bedroom, Hallways, Living Room, etc.)
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
  • Project Location: Boston, MA
    Date: 01/31/24
    Location: Home/Residence
    How many rooms do you want to paint?: 1 - 2 rooms
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Wall
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
  • Project Location: Boston, MA
    Date: 01/30/24
    Location: Home/Residence
    How many rooms do you want to paint?: 1 - 2 rooms
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Wall
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
  • Project Location: Boston, MA
    Date: 01/26/24
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Wall
    Location: Home/Residence
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Trim
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Ceiling
    How many rooms do you want to paint?: 1 - 2 rooms
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
  • Project Location: Boston, MA
    Date: 01/24/24
    Location: Home/Residence
    How many rooms do you want to paint?: 5+ rooms
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Ceiling
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Wall
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Trim
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
  • Project Location: Boston, MA
    Date: 01/19/24
    Location: Home/Residence
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    What is the occupancy of the house?: Furnished and occupied
    How many rooms do you want to paint?: 3 - 4 rooms
    Which rooms need to be painted? (Check all that apply): Kitchen
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Ceiling
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Wall
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Trim
    Which rooms need to be painted? (Check all that apply): Living spaces (Bedroom, Hallways, Living Room, etc.)
    Comment: would like sullivan painting co
  • Project Location: Boston, MA
    Date: 01/18/24
    Location: Home/Residence
    Desired Completion Date: More than 2 weeks
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    What is the occupancy of the house?: Empty of furnishings and unoccupied
    How many rooms do you want to paint?: 3 - 4 rooms
    Which rooms need to be painted? (Check all that apply): Kitchen
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Wall
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Trim
    Which rooms need to be painted? (Check all that apply): Bathroom(s)
    Which rooms need to be painted? (Check all that apply): Living spaces (Bedroom, Hallways, Living Room, etc.)
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
  • Project Location: Boston, MA
    Date: 01/17/24
    Location: Home/Residence
    How many rooms do you want to paint?: 1 - 2 rooms
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Wall
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
  • Project Location: Boston, MA
    Date: 01/17/24
    Location: Home/Residence
    Desired Completion Date: Within 2 weeks
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    What is the occupancy of the house?: Furnished and occupied
    How many rooms do you want to paint?: 1 - 2 rooms
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Wall
    Which rooms need to be painted? (Check all that apply): Living spaces (Bedroom, Hallways, Living Room, etc.)
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
  • Project Location: Boston, MA
    Date: 01/10/24
    Location: Home/Residence
    How many rooms do you want to paint?: 1 - 2 rooms
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Wall
    Comment: For unit in condo bdg downtown boston: paint repair to water damage near ceiling in kitchen from unit above. Repainting in other areas also needed.

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