How much do painting contractors typically cost?
- Durham, North Carolina Average$1,551
- Typical Range$789 - $2,544
- Low End - High End$300 - $4,000
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CS
In business since 2023
About us: "Welcome to Coday Solutions LLC! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!"
JM
In business since 2023
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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today"
LC
In business since 2011
Durham, NC·
Painting, All Major Renovations, Flooring , and 1 more
About us: "We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job."
MP
In business since 2010
Elon, NC·
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!"
Durham, NC·
Painting, Decks and Screened porches, Carpentry , and 2 more
"I am very pleased with the job Mr. Woods performed towards my home improvement needs: exterior painting, removing/installing windows. I found Mr. Woods to be professional, within correspondence and keeping me informed before, during and after the job; my issues I had after the job was complete, he took time to stop by to resolve and without any hesitation or dispute. Victoria G."
Cynthia G. in October 2012
BC
Durham, NC·
Home Improvement, Handyman
"We purchased our own flooring and BCHI installed them for us, on an 80 year old floor that wasn't the easiest to work with. Wesley was professional and helpful from coming to give an estimate until the project was finished. We needed some areas done fairly quickly in order for cabinets to be put in. He worked days and nights to ensure it was done. He was responsive and flexible around both our schedule and other contractors that had to do work in the house at the same time. The floors look great and we recommend them for home improvement needs!"
Carrie M. in April 2021
Durham, NC·
handyman
"Johnny and his team are INCREDIBLE! They painted the entire interior of my home (on short notice too! they were able to start a few days after giving a quote). They are responsive, knowledgeable, and detail-oriented. I was so impressed with the quality of work that they did and will only be using this service for future home needs. Thank you, Johnny!!"
Kat N. in June 2021
Durham, NC·
General Handyman Services
"Brad did an amazing job with multiple tasks: fixing hardwood, fixing dry walls and re-painting most of the house! I highly recommend him!"
Andrey S. in July 2021
Durham, NC·
20 years of experience, Painting
"Jairoâ s work was wonderful. He listened to what I wanted & mixed paint to come up with the perfect, exact color I wanted. I highly recommend him. We will be hiring GT Painting again."
Carol C. in May 2022
KP
In business since 1999
About us: "Kevin's Painting and Detailing is the Durham area's trusted home improvement expert. With over two decades of experience in the trade, our company has the expertise to handle any project, big or small. Call today to learn more about our current service offerings!"
Durham, NC·
Painting, Deck, Siding , and 1 more
"Ruban Garcia and his coworker did a great job replacing my deck. They were hard-working, courteous, And completed the job quickly. I would recommend him and will use him again in the future."
Denise R. in April 2022
RI
Raleigh, NC·
Flat/Foam/Single Ply Roofing Replacements and Repairs, Metal Roofing Replacements and Repairs, Skylights , and 2 more
"After hiring other companies, my roof still had a leak. I called Roofwerks and they promptly came out and found and fixed the leak that was actually caused by another companies poor installation of ice guards. I would recommend this company and will definately use them again when needed."
Michael C. in November 2017
In business since 2020
Carrboro, NC·
Electrical, Painting, Plumbing , and 2 more
About us: "Fractal Frameworks 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."
GR
Durham, NC·
"The men from Galo roofing came to my house to demolish and haul off an old play house. They finished the job in about two hours, as estimated, they cleaned up everything, and did an excellent job. I plan to hire them again to perform some repairs on a storage shed this spring. I would definitely recommend Galo roofing!"
David M. in January 2024
EE
In business since 2000
About us: "With years of experience in the construction industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all of your home improvement needs with great care. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Elevated Enterprise, LLC a call today, we look forward to working with you!"
WM
Durham, NC·
"Wendell replaced rotted trim work and repainted all of the house trim. He also prepped and stained my deck. Wendell was VERY professional, courteous, competitive in pricing, and timely in his work. I would not only recommend him to others but would DEFINITELY use him again in the future."
Patrick M. in September 2008
Durham, NC·
Floor, Remodeling, Spanish Speaking , and 1 more
"Miguel and Alex helped us with replacing porch steps, railing and replacing a door. They also ended up painting our porch to give the outdoor area a more cohesive look. We couldn't be more pleased with the level of service, reliability and the courtesy they displayed during the completion of the project. We highly recommend this hard-working and affordable team for home improvement needs!"
Enya G. in October 2023
AP
"They were here on time clean up after work was completed Did a great job at a good price"
Steve R. in October 2023
RH
In business since 2021
About us: "We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best handyman, remodels and a variety of other projects. With over 20 years of combined experience, we take an enormous amount of pride in the attention of detail put into each of the projects we are involved in. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business practices. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction. Call us today for a quote!"
Durham, NC·
Handyman, Painting, Handyman , and 2 more
"prompt, patient, diligent & efficient"
Kenneth B. in December 2022
CS
In business since 2010
About us: "Crunez Services LLC 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."
and Much More!!, Interior Painting * Exterior Painting *
"I am very impressed with this new company because of their process and end result. When I called, i was immediately given an appointment for them to come out to view the project. Later they provided an estimate via email. I got on their schedule quickly, and they were finished in less than a half day. I myself have painting experience, and I can tell you it was the best paint job Ive ever seen. They didnt cut corners, did all the prep you would expect, and the end result was outstanding. I will use this company again."
Ron R. in June 2023
Raleigh, NC·
Carpentry, Flooring, Siding , and 2 more
"Marvin Linares did multiple work on my home such as repairing weather damaged trim, siding, windows and garage doors. He painted all outside top to bottom, built a deck extension with stairs and replaced an electric and other fixtures inside. As an Engineer with construction experience myself, I found Marvin a competent tradesman, experienced in many facets of construction. He is quality conscious, meticulous and cooperative. I recommend his services to anyone who values such traits."
Eric G. in May 2018
RS
In business since 1998
About us: "Whether you experienced damage due to a storm or are just looking to update Rudy's Service offers residential and commercial services to suit your needs for painting and roofing in North Carolina. Call us for a free estimate"
OP
In business since 2015
Durham, NC·
About us: "WeÂ’re a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We specialize in both interior and exterior residential painting projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!"
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Costs for related projects in Durham, NC
- Paint a Home Exterior$1,957 - $4,425
- Paint a Home Interior$789 - $2,544
- Paint a Kitchen Cabinet, Door, or Small Project$343 - $1,091
- Power Wash Exterior Surfaces$171 - $325
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.
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