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    CertaPro Painters of Columbia Logo
    Columbia, SC·

    Specialty Painting - Faux Finishes, Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain, Interior Painting or Staining , and 2 more

    "Mr. Reed responded immediately to my request for a quote and was the most responsive of the painters I dealt with. He is very flexible and worked around the requirements of my tenants and did an excellent job getting several rooms up to par. I would give him the highest recommendation."

    Lanny B. in August 2016

    BT
    Columbia, SC·

    Residential Cleaning, Painting, Commercial Cleaning , and 1 more

    About us: "Balldrof Tech Services and Consulting, LLC, is a family owned and operated business, since 2004, with more than 23 years experience. Here, at Balldrof Tech Services and Consulting, LLC, we offer all types of home improvement services. We take pride in what we do and treat all of your needs as if they were our own. Give us a call for a free estimate."

    WD

    In business since 2003

    About us: "WOW 1 DAY 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."

    NI

    In business since 2021

    Hopkins, SC·

    Large Painting Projects both Interior and Exterior

    About us: "Here New Image Interior Renovations we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s 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. Call us today!"

    A-Ten Home Improvements, LLC Logo
    Blythewood, SC·

    "I had ceilings, my back porch handrailing and shutters painted and Lyle did a great job! HIs prices were extremely reasonable. I also have to mention that the prep work he did, covering floors, moving furniture, etc. was over the top! He spent as much time taking care of this as he took painting. Thanks Lyle! We will definitely hire you again!"

    Gwynn L. in March 2023

    Cotton Enterprise Home Renovation Logo
    Elgin, SC·

    Installation of Wood Floors, Tile Floors & Carpets, Fence & deck staining, Pressure Washing , and 2 more

    "Cotton and crew did excellent and quick work on a whole-house paint job, at a very reasonable price! They primed and painted everything (walls, doors, trim, ceiling). We purchased the home knowing it had a smoke smell, and they were able to use an odor-blocking primer to get rid of it. Feels like a new house! Great communication and easy to work with. Definitely recommend!"

    Caleb G. in May 2021

    Porth Painting, LLC Logo
    Lexington, SC·

    Powerwashing, Interior/Exterior Painting

    "Painted our living room and foyer along with power washing and staining our back deck. Doug is very professional and arrives when scheduled. Very satisfied with his work and would recommend him to all my friends."

    Barbara B. in May 2015

    Brownstone Builders Logo
    Columbia, SC·

    Drywall, Additions and Remodels, Home Improvement , and 2 more

    "Larry bowers also repaired the bathroom subfloor, installed tile, baseboards and backer boards and painted the walls and cabinet. The only problem that I had with their service is that it took longer than I had expected. However, the quality of the work was worth the time."

    Evangeline R. in August 2016

    Top of the Line Painting Logo
    Lexington, SC·

    "Good work, will use again."

    Jon B. in May 2023

    BH
    Cayce, SC·

    Pressure Washing, Carpentry Repairs, Gutters , and 2 more

    "Ben came and painted my kitchen, and he did an amazing job. I would definitely recommended his work. He is an upstanding person with a great work ethic."

    Meghan S. in May 2022

    360 Painting of Columbia Logo
    West Columbia, SC·

    Commercial Painting, Exterior Painting, Interior Painting

    "Great communication, very detailed painters, would hire again!"

    Susan C. in March 2023

    Conaithe Logo
    Chapin, SC·

    Decks, Carpentry, Fencing , and 2 more

    "Professional, knowledgeable, prompt, hard working, and friendly"

    Beth P. in August 2021

    National Remodeling LLC Logo
    West Columbia, SC·

    Home Improvement

    "I was very pleased with this company ‘s work. I would recommend them to my friends."

    M. F. in August 2020

    TS

    In business since 2008

    Lexington, SC·

    About us: "Town Square Painting, LLC, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 9 years of experience serving Lexington, SC and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!"

    NL

    In business since 2008

    West Columbia, SC·

    Painting

    About us: "Guzman 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."

    Tricolor Paint, LLC Logo
    Columbia, SC·

    Insolation, Drywall Repair, Interior Painting , and 1 more

    "Everything was great!"

    Batizta X. in October 2022

    M J M Painting, LLC Logo
    Lexington, SC·

    Powerwashing, Painting

    "I contacted Manuel to have my bathroom ceiling painted after a roof leak caused what I thought was minor water damage. Instead of just painting my bathroom ceiling as I had originally anticipated, Manuel pointed out that the sheetrock had actually bowed and detached from the beams which I had not previously noticed. As it turned out, he had to remove the entire ceiling -- all of the sheetrock, insulation, and even the beams were still saturated when he opened it up, and he found that the roof was still leaking, although it was supposed to have been repaired by a professional roofer. Manuel replaced the insulation and sheetrock, textured the ceiling and painted it, and added crown moulding. Because I was impressed with his work, I also asked him to paint two additional rooms and stain 6 new replacement windows, as well as the existing baseboards and window trim in the two additional rooms. They were very punctual and professional, and I especially appreciated their being so careful with everything."

    Sylvia A. in November 2015

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How much do painting contractors typically cost?

  • Columbia, South Carolina Average
    $2,064
  • Typical Range
    $930 - $3,433
  • Low End - High End
    $340 - $5,200

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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Columbia Painting Contractors are rated 4.7 out of 5 based on 449 reviews of 449 pros.

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Recent Job Requests for Painting Contractors in Columbia, SC

  • NewProject Location: Columbia, SC
    Date: 10/03/23
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    What do you want to paint?: Shutters and / or a front door
    Number of Stories: Two stories
    Surface Material: Stone Veneer
    Square Footage: 1500-3000 sqft
    Wall Condition: Very Good - Looks new and requires no repairs
  • NewProject Location: Columbia, SC
    Date: 10/03/23
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Desired Completion Date: Within 2 weeks
    How many rooms do you want to paint?: 3 - 4 rooms
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Wall
    Location: Home/Residence
    Comment: Would like to have the interior of our 3,000 sq foot home painted
  • NewProject Location: Columbia, SC
    Date: 10/03/23
    Type of project: Paint
    New color: Same or similar to existing color
    Location: Home/Residence
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
  • NewProject Location: Columbia, SC
    Date: 10/03/23
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    Check off each feature that will need to be painted/stained. (Check all that apply).: Other
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
  • NewProject Location: Columbia, SC
    Date: 10/02/23
    Features to be painted/stained: Other
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Desired Completion Date: Within 2 weeks
    Location: Home/Residence
    Comment: I would like to get somebody to do painting small projects. I want my stairs to be painted. Need ASAP.
  • NewProject Location: Columbia, SC
    Date: 10/02/23
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Desired Completion Date: More than 2 weeks
    How many rooms do you want to paint?: 1 - 2 rooms
    What is the occupancy of the house?: Furnished and occupied
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Wall
    Which rooms need to be painted? (Check all that apply): Bathroom(s)
    Location: Home/Residence
    Comment: I would like to get an estimate for paint interior. 1 bedroom with 3 walls to be paint and 2 bedroom that 1 wall only to be paint.
  • NewProject Location: Columbia, SC
    Date: 10/02/23
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    Historical Work: No
    House Occupancy: Furnished and occupied
    Location: Home/Residence
    Rooms to be Painted: Living areas
    Painting Needs:: Walls and ceilings
    Number of Rooms: 3 - 5
  • NewProject Location: Columbia, SC
    Date: 10/01/23
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Desired Completion Date: More than 2 weeks
    Number of Rooms: 3 - 4 rooms
    Location: Home/Residence
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
  • NewProject Location: Columbia, SC
    Date: 10/01/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    How many rooms do you want to paint?: 1 - 2 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: Prep and paint ceiling, walls, bookcase, and trim of 14x12 room
  • NewProject Location: Columbia, SC
    Date: 10/01/23
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    Location: Business
    Comment: 7 level apartment about 46,800 sf.
  • NewProject Location: Columbia, SC
    Date: 09/30/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    What is the occupancy of the house?: Furnished and unoccupied
    How many rooms do you want to paint?: 1 - 2 rooms
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Wall
    Which rooms need to be painted? (Check all that apply): Living spaces (Bedroom, Hallways, Living Room, etc.)
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.

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