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Areas Of Expertise: Framing, Interior Painting, Drywall , and 1 more
"Marcos and his brother did an Amazing job painting the lower level of our house, it looks and feels like a new place,"
Oecar G. in June 2022
Areas Of Expertise: Carpet cleaning, Patio / deck washing, Car washing , and 2 more
"Malachi was extremely professional and his work was exceptional. Our deck was loaded with algae and he applied chemicals and power washed to the point that the deck looked like new. Extremely satisfied!"
Dave F. in May 2022
In business since 2006
About us: "Gordos Painting 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."
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Areas Of Expertise: Solar, Paint, Staining, and much more!
"Very knowledgeable and professional"
Corrine X. in November 2022
Areas Of Expertise: Wall Paper Hanging & Removal, Painting
"I have worked with many painters over the years - I am beyond blown away by Brandon and Sons Painting. They were fast, efficient, clean (spotless once done), and offered an extremely fair, transparent price. I did my research and got a few quotes before meeting Brandon and Sons. All previous companies made me feel like just another number - like my house was just another throw away job. Brandon and Sons really cared about my house, were meticulous in their work, and truly showed a passion for what they do. I would and will hire them again in an instant. If you are reading this, stop searching and hire them already."
Eli G. in November 2022
Areas Of Expertise: handyman services
"Pleasant, prompt, professional, and explained in detail what had to be done when project didn't go as planned. Renigotiated fee and was very reasonable."
Inga M. in December 2022
In business since 2021
Areas Of Expertise: CLEANING, PAINTING
About us: "We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!"
"Paul was a really nice guy who does great work. I wish he hadn't moved or I would still be using him today."
Myrna .. in January 2023
Areas Of Expertise: Interior/Exterior Painting, Drywall Install/Repair
"I hired Kevin to paint my upstairs condo unit. He did a fantastic job, with excellent prep work on both wood trim and doors, as well as plaster ceilings and walls. And just a great overall professional finish on the paint. Kevin brings a wealth of paint and construction knowledge to any project and I couldn’t recommend his services enough. Besides painting Kevin is incredibly enjoyable to work with and a down to earth humor that is rare these days. Definitely hire KO painting for fair prices and great work."
Alex D. in October 2021
Areas Of Expertise: Additions & Remodels, Carpentry, Drywall & Painting , and 1 more
"He is an honest, professional, efficient young man."
Carole S. in June 2022
Areas Of Expertise: Professional, Painting, Respectful , and 2 more
"I contacted top elite painting to paint my living room, bedroom and kitchen walls. They did an amazing job! I love the fact that gerardo was very professional and didnâ t leave a mess while working, which Iâ ve dealt in the past with other painting companies. I have more projects I want to do so I will definitely have him finish the rest!"
Ana G. in February 2022
In business since 1993
Areas Of Expertise: Exterior Pinting, Interior Paint, Paint or stain , and 1 more
About us: "Sammy's Painting is a locally owned and operated company with over 25 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity and treat your property as if it were our own. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in powerwashing and a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!"
Areas Of Expertise: TBD
"Kevin was the best! Would definitely hire him again for any jobs I need done around the house!"
Jennifer S. in July 2022
"WBN Home Improvement painted our front porch. The team arrived on time and was professional. They worked hard to match 2 tricky paint colors. Excellent communication with Joe. The porch looks great!"
SANDY N. in October 2022
In business since 2020
Areas Of Expertise: Painting
About us: "We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs, and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work, and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job."
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Juan V. in November 2022
Areas Of Expertise: Interior and Exterior Painting
"We had our doors and trims painted as well as a few walls painted. Santiago and his team were efficient and professional. I love the work they did and feel like I’m in a brand new house."
Maggie D. in January 2021
Areas Of Expertise: Siding and patio cleaning, Concrete sealing and deck sealing, Powerwash , and 7 more
"They painted a room from the first time I spoke to hem they were very caring and professional. Came in and did a great job no spills and cleaned up after. Timing was fine and did not take anytime at all."
Brenda N. in February 2023
Areas Of Expertise: Painting
"The owner is outstanding, responding, and an overall great person."
Cary C. in December 2021
In business since 2012
Areas Of Expertise: Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain, Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms
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!"
Areas Of Expertise: Exterior Painting
"Ramon just painted the entire interior of our home. We have vaulted ceilings and exposed wood beams...not an easy job! He did a fantastic and was so careful to protect the wood beams, furniture, appliances, floors, etc. from paint. Furthermore, he was so kind and courteous to both me and my children. It is not easy having to work around young children. We actually all miss him now that he is finished! Looking forward to Ramon painting our cabinets later this year."
Natalie L. in July 2019
Areas Of Expertise: Over 6 Years professional Experience
"Wenford did an excellent job on our fence. He and his team communicated when they'd be there and always followed through and got the project done in a timely manner. It was well worth the price I paid and I'd hire them again!"
Karen A. in December 2022
In business since 2022
Areas Of Expertise: Painting
About us: "We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job"
Out of Network Painting Contractors in Milwaukee, WI
- Expert Paint & Drywall, LLC
1932 Deane Boulevard
Racine, WI 53403
- Spolar, LLC
206 N. 25th St.
Milwaukee, WI 53233
- Tps Painting, LLC
7254 Mohawk Rd
Allenton, WI 53002
- C&E Painting
6426 W. Eden Place
Milwaukee, WI 53220
- Robert Huiras Painitng and Special Coatings
4318 N. 65th St.
Milwaukee, WI 53216
- Rosenow Roofing Inc
700 NICHOLAS BLVD STE 106
ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL 60007
- Blue Sky Painters, LLC
7553 S. 77th St
Franklin, WI 53132
- Holsten Faux Finishes
8449 N. 50th St.
Brown Deer, WI 53223
- Ace of Trades MKE
3418 N. Hubbard St.
Milwaukee, WI 53212
- Gabor Painting, LLC
4954 N. Elkhart Ave
Whitefish Bay, WI 53217
Common Jobs Painting Contractors Provide
Residential painting contractors provide a wide array of services, but not all companies provide the exact same options. Some companies may zero in on interior paint services, while others handle special interior paint work or creative projects such as murals in the kitchen.
Home Interior Painting Jobs
Many home painting businesses will engage in interior paint jobs. This includes priming and painting walls. Expert painters usually mark off and otherwise prepare the room to prevent paint from spilling on other surfaces and complete edgework to ensure an attractive end outcome.
If you expect painters to paint other areas, including baseboards, ceilings, or molding, ask contractors about these jobs before you hire them. Some may not provide the services and might charge extra fees.
Exterior Painting Jobs
Exterior house painting companies paint the outside of residences, such as siding or other exterior wall areas. Talk to possible painting companies about the type of surface that needs painting, as this can change the scope and price of the job. Some painting companies will take on large or tall residences and some won’t, as not all companies have the workers and scaffolding needed to paint multi-story homes.
Creative House Painting Jobs
Creative home painting services includes decorative elements, such as specialty highlighted walls or murals. Should you desire something along these lines, speak about it first with possible businesses to discover if they can offer the job or recommend an artist who can work with them.
Offering as many details about your potential project as you can helps painting companies in Milwaukee determine if they might be suitable for the job and offer an accurate estimate.
What to Search for When Hiring a Painting Business
Searching for the greatest painting professional for your needs and job is an excellent way to make sure the most likely chance of success. Research more about some of the points you should consider when employing a painting business in Milwaukee.
When making contact with painting contractors, be sure to ask if they have the credentials mandated by local authorities. This can vary a great deal by state and even city, so check with area licensing bodies to establish the threshold for certification that your chosen painting contractor is required to meet.
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.
- Do your research. Understand what to expect and what to look for in a pro. Look at paint types, prices and costs.
- Interior home painting costs $1,000-$2,800
- Exterior painting costs $1,700-$4,100
- Painting a ceiling costs $150-$350
- Painting cabinets costs $350-$1,200
- Trim painting costs $500-$1,500
- Calculate paint coverage
- Call pros for site inspections and estimates. Always get three to five estimates.
- Check references, compare quotes, look at past work. After you have estimates in hand, do one final pass to compare the contractors.
- 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.
- 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.
- Are you licensed and insured? Not all states require a license for painting homes, but many do. Always use one that’s insured.
- Do you belong to any professional organizations? You’ll find many online, like the Painting Contractors Association or the Finishing Contractors Association?
- 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.
- How long will the job take? Get a rough estimate but get it in writing.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Can you supply a written estimate and contract? Never use a painter who isn’t willing to put his work in writing.
Top Painting Projects
- Apply Specialty Decorative Paint Finishes
- Apply Textured Paint Finishes
- Create a Custom Mural or Trompe Loeil
- Paint a Ceiling
- Paint a Kitchen
- Paint Cabinets
- Paint Metal Roofing
- Paint or Stain a Deck
- Paint or Stain a Door
- Paint or Stain a Fence
- Paint or Stain Exterior Siding
- Paint or Stain Exterior Surfaces
- Paint or Stain Interior Surfaces
- Paint or Stain Interior Surfaces
- Paint or Stain Paneling
- Paint or Stain Single Items
- Paint or Stain Wood Trim
- Remove Paint from Surfaces
HomeAdvisor Community Rating
Milwaukee Painting Contractors are rated 4.9 out of 5 based on 390 reviews of 65 pros.
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