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    Mountain View Landscaping Logo

    "Very professional, left the place clean. Always showed up on time or early. I plan to hire them again."

    Eugene C. in March 2023

    HC
    Troy, NY·

    Handyman Services

    "I wish I had more work for Chris for he was a pleasure to work with - he easily understood my goals and was professional and punctual at every turn ! After just knowing him for 2 days, I went out of town knowing he would finish the job exactly as I had requested ! A very skillful, competent and dependable man ! A 5 star performer in every category !!"

    Nick C. in October 2024

    Artie's Home Maintenance and Property Services Logo
    East Schodack, NY·

    Handyman for Multiple Small Projects, Wood Fence and Decks, Doors and Windows , and 2 more

    "Artie was punctual, polite, professional and did exactly what he saud he would do for the quoted price. I found him via home advisor and was very happy with the end result. He did a fantastic job fixing our porch supports, replacing old columns and putting railings on the porch. His work was top quality. I would definitely hire him again."

    Cillian F. in November 2020

    Palla Painting  Logo
    Albany, NY·

    Painting

    "Very professional, reliable, pleasant and a pleasure to work with. Would hire them again."

    Patricia T. in July 2020

    Spring Painting NY Logo

    Flooring, Spring Painting NY INC, offers complete PAINTING & REFINISHING Interior and Exterior, DECK STAINING and Repairs.

    "Ricardo helped me out by taking a painting job on short notice. Painted 2 rooms, hallway, and staircase area. He was a pleasure to work with, prompt, very thorough on his painting. Job was completed quicker then he promised. Would definitely use him again, a easy person to talk to and fair pricing."

    Alex K. in October 2023

    24/7 Home Improvement Services Logo
    Stephentown, NY·

    Painting, Dry Walling, Roofing , and 2 more

    "Yes, the soffit and fascia are like new again."

    herbert K. in December 2024

    DP
    Albany, NY·

    Tiles, Painting, Painting

    "Aldin was a pleasure to work with. I had entire inside of our home painted. The project is was completed when promised. Whenever I had a question or concern, Aldin answered and put my mind at ease. He went above and beyond to make sure we were happy. Such a good feeling to hire someone to do a job and feel completely satisfied when complete. Will be hiring him again for a few future projects we have."

    Barbara C. in November 2021

    On the Bright Side, LLC Logo
    West Albany, NY·

    "Glen was punctual neat and very detailed oriented. He communicated well with us. We got two estimates for the job that too high for us, Glen was right in the middle and did an fantastic job, I would highly recommend him, he went the extra mile,Quality wor"

    Van D. in November 2024

    GH
    Albany, NY·

    Handyman

    "Miki and his crew came on site at my home in Scotia New York, and did an outstanding job painting the house helping me get other parts of the projects done that I didnâ t know how or where I was going to get it done. They finished everything that I asked on time in a very professional way. Iâ d highly recommend Golden Hammer for any of your projects especially if youâ re doing painting either indoors or outside. Absolutely great company."

    Ronald C. in October 2022

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How much do painting & staining companies typically cost?

  • Albany, New York Average
    $765
  • Typical Range
    $368 - $1,317
  • Low End - High End
    $200 - $1,500

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.

We make finding a painter easy. Simple use our directory to find a painter. Here you can browse local pros, check their reviews and do your first screening without ever having to call. We’ve also prescreened all the pros for you, to give you peace of mind.

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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Albany Painting Contractors are rated 4.7 out of 5 based on 204 reviews of 204 pros.

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Recent Job Requests for Painting Contractors in Albany, NY

  • Project Location: Albany, NY
    Date: 02/04/24
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    Location: Home/Residence
    Comment: I need 1 dresser and 2 nightstands sanded and stain
  • Project Location: Albany, NY
    Date: 01/17/24
    Desired Completion Date: Within 1 week
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Location: Home/Residence
  • Project Location: Albany, NY
    Date: 01/16/24
    Location: Home
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
  • Project Location: Albany, NY
    Date: 01/08/24
    Desired Completion Date: More than 2 weeks
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    Type of project: Stain
    Location: Home/Residence
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
  • Project Location: Albany, NY
    Date: 01/07/24
    Check off each feature that will need to be painted/stained. (Check all that apply).: Other
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    Check off each feature that will need to be painted/stained. (Check all that apply).: Interior door(s)
    Check off each feature that will need to be painted/stained. (Check all that apply).: Furniture / Object
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.

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