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Avatar for A.W. Painting
A.W. Painting
4.9(
101
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Project included oil based primer on walls and ceiling, followed by painting these surfaces the desired colors. A.W. painting responded quickly and did an outstanding job. The are careful and thorough in their work. The room was left spotlessly clean. I will engage them for other projects soon."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Chavez Painting & Construction Services LLC
5.0(
72
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent!! Arrived on time and job was completed ahead of schedule. I will definitely use Chavez painting for future painting jobs and I will refer to my family and friends. The completed job made my home look bright, amazing beautiful. Thank you Chavez painting!!"
Interior Painting
Exterior painting
Power wash
Bathroom Remodelation
Painting railings

+161

Response time7 hrs
Response rate91%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Monsan Painting
5.0(
13
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have used Monzon Painting for years. Luis is very professional, easy to work with and the work is fantastic! We will continue to use Monzon for all our painting needs. I would recommend Luis for any painting projects."
Painting steps
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Bedroom
Bedroom

+15

Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Spiros Painting
4.7(
71
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had a fabulous experience with Spiro's. Spiro and his son, Dionysios, came out to my at the scheduled time for a free estimate, went over my expectations and their suggestions in detail, and provided a quote. The price was little more than I originally hoped to pay for painting, but after going over all the work that would have to be done because of the space and different materials in the room (for example, prepping/sanding of shelves), it seemed fair. In fact, I don't think I would have gotten a much better price from anyone else who would have done the job right. They were able to come to my house less than a week after providing the quote, and showed up on time with a team of three (Spiro, Jose, and Leo). They got the whole job done in one day and it looks AMAZING. My basement, which previously looked like a half-finished dungeon, now looks light and airy, and like a cozy, finished space that we can use as a den/playroom. It's amazing what a really good paint job can do! They even got my bookshelves (which had been partially destroyed by the waterproofers who had to jackhammer through the floor underneath them) looking great again. They were such a nice team of guys and on top of that, Spiro insisted that we try some of his delicious homemade Greek lunch with us, which was delicious. My 1 year old twins gobbled up that phyllo dish so fast, they barely came up for air! I would absolutely hire this company again for painting. They were professional, warm and friendly, and extremely skilled. Thanks, guys!"
Exterior Painting
Exterior Painting
Interior Painting
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Five Star Painting of Columbia MD
4.6(
98
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Patched the walls and painted an entire apartment for me. Arrived on time and worked steadily and diligently until the work was complete. The apartment looked new when they finished with it. I am very pleased and plan to use them again for another painting project in the main house. This was the second time I hired Five Star to do some sheetrock repairs and painting but this time it was in my main home. They did an excellent job at both the repairs and the painting and I will hire them again for my next project."
Five Star Painting
Five Star Painting
Five Star Painting
Five Star Painting
Five Star Painting

+5

Response time50 mins
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Miguel Team LLC.
5.0(
29
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"I had a great experience with Miguel Team LLC. for my deck staining project. The team was professional, punctual, and very detail-oriented. They took the time to properly prepare the deck and ensured the stain was applied evenly, which made a huge difference in the final result. My deck now looks refreshed and beautifully finished. They also kept the work area clean and communicated clearly throughout the process. I truly appreciate the quality of their work and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and high-quality deck staining services."
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+115

Response time2 days
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Abbyart Decorative Painting
4.8(
62
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It looks amazing. We wanted it to look like it had been painted white for years which we originally thought would require a glaze. It turned out that we didn't need the glaze so Mike reduced the cost of the job which was greatly appreciated. Mike was very easy to work with and very meticulous and professional. We would highly recommend him for unique painting projects."
Fireplace Wall
Support Pillar
Fireplace Accent
Master Bath Faux Marble
Master Bath Faux Marble

+8

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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J Painting & Home Services LLC
5.0(
13
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carlos and his crew did outstanding work in installing a new ceiling in our living and dining rooms and in painting those rooms and our kitchen cabinets. We are absolutely delighted with the results! They were very punctual. Carlos explained the steps needed to complete the jobs. He and his crew took great care of our furnishings and left the rooms in spotless condition. His prices seemed more than fair. He and his crew were pleasant and friendly. It was a pleasure having them in our home! We will not hesitate to hire them again should the need arise. We highly recommend them! Bill and Pat Carpenter"
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+7

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for painting projects in Columbia, MD

You’ll need 1 gallon of paint per 350 square feet of coverage. Typical amounts per room size:

  • Small room (200-400 sq. ft.): 1 gallon.

  • Medium-sized (400-800 sq. ft.): 2-4 gallons.

  • Large (800-1,200 sq. ft.): 5-gallons or more.

Painters usually make $20 per hour on average or about $40,000 per year. Independent contractors might pocket a little more. However, they must charge for overhead, such as vehicles, equipment, insurance, marketing and association dues.

Specialty painting, like murals and trompe l’oeil, costs $40 to $50 per hour. Paint might range between $75 to $90. The professional’s skill and experience are also determining factors. While a freelance artist might charge $25 to $30 an hour, a very skilled professional might charge $80 or more. Some might also charge $60 or more for a consultation.

Trompe l'oeil creates a realistic image or optical illusion in three dimensions. Murals are composed on a wall of any size. These two projects vary in price, with a trompe l'oeil typically costing more because of its complexity. Both are considered specialty projects.

The Columbia, MD homeowners’ guide to painting services

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