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    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

    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

    AR
    LYNN, MA·

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

    HOWARD S. in November 2024

    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

    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

    Strongman Painting Logo
    Arlington, MA·

    Painting, interior and exterior, interior and exterior , and 3 more

    "We worked with Justin for interior painting of our first home and we could not be more pleased with the results. From start to finish, he were exceptionally communicative. His attention to detail is truly impressive they clearly strive for perfection, and it shows in the quality of their work. They also completed everything within the promised timeframe, making the entire experience smooth and stress-free. If you're looking for a reliable, skilled painter who goes above and beyond, I highly recommend Justin and his team."

    Sukanya S. in November 2024

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

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

    "I highly recommend R & R Pro Painting Inc. for any painting needs! They were professional, efficient, and did an outstanding job on my home. The team was friendly, paid great attention to detail, and finished on time. The quality of the work exceeded my expectations, my walls look amazing! I’ll definitely be using them again for future projects."

    Ruth M. 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

    DA
    Revere, MA·

    paint, REMODEL, Paint , and 8 more

    "We were renovating a small bathroom by ourselves and selected beautiful large format tiles for the shower. They are 3 ft x 3 ft Porcelain and were beyond our capability to install them. We spoke with three contractors to handle the installation and selected D Alba Construction based upon 1) The rapid response and ability to start the job quickly, 2) The attention to details during discussions of various options, 3) Their emphasis regarding quality and customer satisfaction, and 4) A fair price We could not be happier. From the prep-work to ensure the job wouldn't mess up the rest of the house, and the application of waterproofing material that I had overlooked, to the final cleanup, they were professional and extremely competent. The installation was perfect, as was the follow-on job of plaster work to blend in the walls and ceiling surfaces with the newly placed tiles. We will definitely use them again and are already having conceptual discussions for bigger projects in the Fall."

    John P. in June 2024

    Caranqui Construction Logo
    Mendon, MA·

    Roofing

    "I am very grateful and happy with Caranqui Construction, one of the best construction companies I have ever found. They did an excellent change of siding in my house, they left it wonderful. I honestly have no words to describe the excellent work they did. It was incredible, an excellent and very reasonable price,thank you Caranqui construcción"

    Camila R. in October 2024

    ER

    In business since 1988

    Cambridge, MA·

    Landscaping, Hardscape, Tree pruning , and 2 more

    About us: "With over 15 years of experience as a Landscaper, Eastern Reflections Landscapes Design is who you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from the initial consultation to making sure your property looks perfect every single time. We will always treat your property as we would treat our own, and you will be surprised how simple and easy our team will make the whole process seem. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!"

    IR
    Brighton, MA·

    "Had my kitchen remodeled, cabinets replaced and flooring done and was done in a very professional, and clean way. They listened to what your needs are and do exactly as you pictured them. Totally recommend them."

    Marleny B. in August 2024

    League Restoration Logo
    Everett, MA·

    "Hired Legue restoration for an interior painting on a job and they did a great job!! Highly recommended!!!"

    Webert R. in October 2024

    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

    WP
    Framingham, MA·

    Skylight replacement, Roofing Services, Skylight replacement , and 6 more

    "Manny, owner of Watertight Contractor, is exceptionally responsive following up on my HomeAdvisor request within an hour, visiting my home within a day or two to match my schedule, and providing a reasonable bid . He and his team came out on time (actually, arrived a few minutes early ) and did an Extraordinary job. I am very pleased with the new roofs on my backyard sheds, and the cleanup inside. Manny also removed and repaired a shed door so that small animals could not longer enter through a large crack from split wood. He and his team worked independently, quietly (no loud shouting back and forth) and respectfully - my neighbors are so impressed that they are planning to call him in the future. I was holding videoconferences from home and was very appreciative of his ability to work without asking for my opinion or review every 30 minutes. Manny also relocated some cabinets and was very thorough and neat, sweeping up afterwards. Very efficient, and extremely knowledgeable, respectful, honest, professional. I am 110% satisfied and recommend this company with no reservations. Thank you HomeAdvisor for connecting me with this company."

    Gayle S. in June 2020

    CC
    Everett, MA·

    Handyman, Painting

    "Difficult project - lattice top fence in close proximity to several houses. On time and for a fair price"

    Barry L. in September 2019

    Excellence Custom Painting Inc. Logo
    Ashland, MA·

    Bathtub and Countertop Refinish, Pressure Washing, Interior and Exterior Painting , and 2 more

    "I hired Excellence to paint multiple rooms in my new house. Caio is easily accessible and responds promptly to phone & text messages. He answered all my questions and made sure the project plan documented exactly what I wanted in the color scheme for the different rooms. He also made helpful suggestions and pointed out issues I wasn't aware of. His team, Rodrigo and Paolo, were super friendly, respectful, and easy to work with. They too made sure they were following my plan in order not to paint the wrong colors when I was not home. They did an excellent job with the prep, priming, painting, and clean up. I plan to hire them again for my next project!"

    Nancy T. in June 2022

    Alex Melendez Home Services Logo
    Everett, MA·

    Residential/Commercial, Residential

    "Review for Alex Meléndez Home Services I recently hired Alex Meléndez Home Services for several home improvement projects at my new house and I couldn't be more satisfied with the results. The work included: Installing an exterior door where none existed before. Installing new kitchen cabinets and a backsplash. Painting the interior of my house and all the exterior doors. Replacing the bathroom floor. Installing patio railings. Installing an exhaust fan for the bathroom. Installing a new storm door. From start to finish, everything was handled with great professionalism and attention to detail. Communication was clear throughout the entire process, and I was kept updated regularly. The expertise in each aspect of the project, from the cabinet installation to the precise paint job, was impressive. The quality of work exceeded my expectations, and the improvements have made a noticeable difference to my home. The new exterior door and other features have significantly enhanced the appearance, and the bathroom exhaust has improved ventilation. I highly recommend Alex Meléndez Home Services to anyone looking for reliable and skilled professionals for home improvements. The results were excellent, and I would not hesitate to hire them again for future projects."

    santos B. in October 2024

    Josias Demolition Logo
    Boston, MA·

    Demolition Service, Interior or Exterior Painting or Staining, Building Site - Preparation and Clearing , and 2 more

    "No additional comments."

    Norma >. in January 2016

    MH
    Brighton, MA·

    Residential and Commercial Painting

    "Martin was great. I wished he could do other projects so that we can hire him. He came in as he said he would, quoted a fair price, and did the job perfectly. I wish everyone was like Martin. If you need a painter guy, Martin is your man."

    Jamal M. in July 2017

    AP
    Winthrop, MA·

    Painting, Powerwashing

    "He's a nice guy and does a good job!"

    Mario .. in April 2020

    HN Painting Logo
    Somerville, MA·

    Painting

    "He is responsible and shows up on time. He really is a good person."

    junior N. in May 2019

    RMJC Services, Inc. Logo

    In business since 2000

    Chelsea, MA·

    Cabinet Painting / Painting, Janitorial Cleaning, Gutter Cleaning , and 2 more

    About us: "We have established a solid reputation for quality work and outstanding results for residential homes cleaning service. We are committed to providing a personalized service for each individual home we enter. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction."

    The Willy's Painting and Carpentry Logo
    Waltham, MA·

    Painting, Carpentry

    "I hired Willy's painting and carpentry to paint my kitchen and it was very beautiful, I definitely recommend them."

    Paula M. in December 2021

    Luxury Remodeling & Painting Logo
    Peabody, MA·

    Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms, Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms, Painting or Staining - Small Projects , and 1 more

    "Professional, friendly, excellent work"

    Doug P. in September 2021

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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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Cambridge Painting Contractors are rated 4.8 out of 5 based on 1518 reviews of 1518 pros.

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Recent Job Requests for Painting Contractors in Cambridge, MA

  • Project Location: Cambridge, MA
    Date: 01/30/24
    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: We’re looking for someone to paint our 1902 row home, every room and the staircase
  • Project Location: Cambridge, MA
    Date: 01/26/24
    Location: Home/Residence
    How many rooms do you want to paint?: 3 - 4 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: Cambridge, MA
    Date: 01/25/24
    Desired Completion Date: More than 2 weeks
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    Square Footage: 1500-3000 sqft
    Surface Material: Wood
    Number of Stories: Two stories or more
    What do you want to paint?: More than half of the home exterior (3-4 sides)
    Comment: Our condominium house exterior has not been painted in at least 15 years. Some paint is pealing, so we want it repainted sometime this spring. We are looking for some quotes of the cost. Thanks.
  • Project Location: Cambridge, MA
    Date: 01/15/24
    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: Cambridge, MA
    Date: 01/15/24
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    Location: Home/Residence
    Comment: Refinish cocktail table
  • Project Location: Cambridge, MA
    Date: 01/15/24
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    What do you want to paint?: More than half of the home exterior (3-4 sides)
    What do you want to paint?: The exterior trim
    What do you want to paint?: Shutters and / or a front door
    Comment: 2 story home exterior /trim/ stairs and doors
  • Project Location: Cambridge, MA
    Date: 01/11/24
    Location: Home/Residence
    How many rooms do you want to paint?: 1 - 2 rooms
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Wall
  • Project Location: Cambridge, MA
    Date: 01/11/24
    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: Cambridge, MA
    Date: 01/08/24
    House Occupancy: Furnished and occupied
    Painting Needs:: Walls
    Rooms to be Painted: Bathroom(s)
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.

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