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    RP
    ROLLING, IL·

    PAINTING, DRYWALL

    "The job was skillfully done. My ceiling looks so good. They repaired 3 ceiling cracks and painted whole ceiling. They covered surfaces for mimimized dust and cleaned up. Highly recommended."

    ELIZABETH P. in December 2023

    Las Mela's Painting Co. Logo
    Des Plaines, IL·

    Power wash, Painting

    "Great communication on project timeline. They were timely and courteous. Quality of work was outstanding! Power washed the deck and stairs and replaced fence panels and painted. They also trimmed garage and post. House now has a fresh new look!"

    Adrienne E. in June 2020

    Professional Painting & Remodeling, LLC Logo

    "Exceptional job and high quality work at very fair price. The Professional Painting Crew were on time for the job and clearly communicated their scheduled plans for completion of our projects. They did a beautiful job cutting-in the contrasting color detail around mouldings to create a custom designer look. The Crew is respectful, trustworthy and helpful; and maintained clean work areas during the job and all through to completion. I appreciated Randy's knowledge of the results based on prior experience with completing similar jobs. He understood my vision and exceeded expectations with a lovely outcome."

    Cynthia N. in January 2024

    Juan P. Painting Logo
    Grayslake, IL·

    walls repairing, Staining, Power Washing , and 2 more

    "Juan P. Painting was hired to powerwash my house and then paint the trim on my windows, and power wash my deck and paint the deck. In addition I had a number of smaller projects in the house that Juan P. Painting agreed to do while he was here. He did a fantastic job on all of the work that he did. I recommend him highly for anybody that has a house that needs powerwashing and repainting. I have no negative talking points to bring up. I would certainly hire him again."

    Arnold P. in May 2013

    Del Angel Painting & Drywall Logo
    Waukegan, IL·

    Painting

    "Del Angel Painting did a phenomenal job painting our baseboards and trim. They took their time and was very detailed oriented. Very friendly and easy to work with. They showed up on time everyday and very dependable. They warranty their work and would hire them in the future to do more work! Highly recommended!!! A"

    Karyl M. in July 2022

    NR
    Mchenry, IL·

    "I have had Adrian paint for us on three separate occasions. As of now, he has probably painted every room in my house, including painting all of our oak trim white including crown molding, windows, railings. he does a great job, is very easy to work with, and very trustworthy. I even gave him a key to Home so he could paint while I was at work. Adrian was originally recommended to me by an interior designer, and I have also recommended him to other who have been very happy with his work"

    Laura T. in February 2024

    BQ
    Hanover Park, IL·

    "I have had the pleasure of working with Bazan Painting Team, and I must say they are one of the most reliable and hardworking companies in the industry. Eduardo, the owner, impressed me with his thorough explanations of the work process, detailed timelines, and a range of budget-friendly options. I recently saw their completed project of a 56-unit building up north, showcasing their capability for large-scale projects. Overall, I am extremely satisfied with their work and give Bazan Painting Team a solid 10/10 recommendation."

    Jesus V. in February 2024

    BL
    Glenview, IL·

    Exterior Painting, Carpentry, Interior Painting

    "Patrick and his crew were super to work with. Patrick gave us a very competitive quote and stuck to it--despite another painter telling me they could never do the job for the quoted price. It was a complicated job because we have an old house with architectural details that we highlight with paint choices. Patrick and his crew were very patient and helped us through the process of choosing colors--including multiple paint samples on different parts of the house. They were consistently courteous, professional, and attentive to details. They never cut corners to save time. Patrick did walk-throughs at the end of the day and would point out small things to his crew that he wanted done differently. Any concerns were addressed immediately. They went above and beyond expectations, and sometimes came up with clever solutions to chronic problems that arise with an old house. For example, when I noticed small 3" portions of rotting wood at the base of a wooden door frame, they replaced the rotting sections with small blocks of wood, so that they can be easily replaced and repainted whenever the wood rots again in the future. I was amazed that they made the fix without any additional charge--even though it was not in the original scope of the contract. Patrick, Tony and the rest of the crew were a pleasure to work with. They aim to please...and they succeed! Truth be told, my husband and I are both pretty picky--and these guys didn't stop until we were 1000% satisfied. We'd work with them again in a heartbeat. Highly recommend!"

    Lynn & Ted T. in July 2017

    Pro Painting & Restoration Corp. Logo
    Antioch, IL·

    Sheetrock/Drywall Installation, Repair or Removal - Ceilings and Walls, Commercial, Residential, Interior and Exterior Painting, Sheetrock/Drywall Installation, Repair or Removal - Ceilings and Walls , and 1 more

    "Interior Painting-The crew was professional, on time and cleaned up each day. Previous Review 3-11-17 for Paint, Varnish or Stain Interior Surfaces-These guys do a great job. We had them paint our house prior to moving in and they painted three bedrooms, a kitchen, a living room and a bar room. They painted walls, cabinets and moldings. They showed up when scheduled, did great work and came in at their quoted price. The painters were very curteous and clean (they mopped our entire house before leaving, including several rooms they did not paint!). Our job took six days and they showed up on Saturday morning to finish the work. I would recommend this company to anyone."

    Peter S. in March 2017

    Richards Pro Painting Logo
    Evanston, IL·

    Painting

    "Ricardo came to our house and gave us a competitive estimate. We liked him and hired him to paint old kitchen cabinets and interior walls. He and his staff were accommodating and very professional. They worked non-stop until everything was finished. Ricardo is a skilled painter. He checked his work often for perfection. Everything in the room was covered and taped and there was no mess. Clean-up was thorough. If you want an excellent painter, hire Ricardo at Richard's Pro Painting."

    Mary B. in November 2023

    Rodrigo's Painting 1 Inc. Logo
    Chicago, IL·

    Drywall - Repair, Interior Painting or Staining, Drywall - Install

    "Rodrigo was polite and nice. He gave me a good price . He was prompt and the work looks great. I had a small walkout deck that needed to be cleaned and painted stained. I had it painted. Rodriguez explained to me the process and time He explained to me the paint and that it would provide protection for deck. I like being informed on time lines and process. The deck looks so great my neighbor ask for his number as well. I m very happy. I have several jobs that I plan to hire him. Thanks so much Rodrigo and home advisor for sending me a reliable person. I m a new , first time home owner and I m a bit nervous about everything. Glad now I have my Painting and etc company"

    Jacqueline H. in July 2020

    RJ's Prestigious Enterprises, LLC Logo
    Waukegan, IL·

    Lawn Care & Maintenance, Interior Painting, Tree - Trim , and 1 more

    "He's very timely and professional. Does a thorough job! He communicated excellently."

    Kimberly .. in December 2020

    AP

    "Simply put...hire him."

    Michael F. in October 2023

    AP
    Orland Park, IL·

    Painting, Drywall, Staining , and 3 more

    "Honestly one of the best experiences i have had working with someone. From the first step on talking on the phone through Angie's list till the finishing of the job, I am very pleased. Firstly, communication and knowledge of the job was quite extensive. He helped explain the process and used the best materials for the job. Time and effectiveness was absolutely amazing. Finishing the whole house paint in 1.5 days and the kitchen cabinet in 2 days. He would show up with this team everyday on time and work diligently. I was never disturbed while they were here. Thirdly, the work ethic is just absolutely amazing. They went above and beyond for every request. If I had some comments after the job was done, Nerman would listen diligently and help fix it. He made sure we were satisfied with the job, and that we are. Also, very clean and nothing got dirty either. They covered the whole area very smoothly and I did not have to worry about cleaning. I hired him for first painting the house, then rehired him for the cabinets, and planning on rehiring him again for exterior painting. Truly, words cannot describe how happy I am with the job."

    Mirza B. in April 2023

    FP
    Mundelein, IL·

    Painting

    "Outstanding in every way. Thank you. Update- Wanted to hire them again for interior work...he's now blown me off twice without a call. Ugh!!"

    Brian C. in September 2016

    Affordable Services 4 You Logo
    Grayslake, IL·

    Kitchen & Bath Remodels, Residential Remodeling, Electric , and 2 more

    "They respond very promptly. Evenly priced. Very personable and easy to talk to."

    Brad M. in August 2015

    JC
    Lakemoor, IL·

    Good work, always on time, Hard working

    "I hired JT for a fall yard clean up. Communication was straight forward and direct, price was reasonable, showed up promptly on time, and did a great job. Highly recommend."

    Adam W. in December 2021

    DD
    Wilmette, IL·

    Murals, Custom Cabinet Refinishing, Faux Painting , and 2 more

    "Dave painted all the cabinets in the kitchen and the faux finished walls and did a great job. The cabinets look like new! This and the new wall color totally updated the appearance of the kitchen. I would definitely hire him again."

    Susan T. in August 2017

    SS
    Buffalo Grove, IL·

    painting, Flooring, painting

    "Great work and they were on time and polite,"

    Patricia B. in April 2024

    360 Painting of North Shore Logo
    Arlington Heights, IL·

    Painting Exterior, Painting Interior, Cabinets

    "Our experience with 360° Painting was perfect from start to finish. The owner, Mike, made time to come quote the job shortly after receiving our request and did a great job helping us understand what would work best for the intricate, compact, well-lit space where errors or carelessness would be super noticeable. We felt at ease after meeting with Mike and believed that his team would do a fantastic job. Leading up to the scheduled painting date, Mike checked in to make sure the painter, Jose, and we had everything we needed to ensure we were prepared and that all would go smoothly. The job itself took 2 days and Mike stopped by mid-way through to make sure everything was going well. He also walked the job with us after it was complete to confirm that we were happy with the end results. His communication was so thorough and really made us feel certain that we had hired the right company. Jose did an incredible job with the painting itself - he is clearly a highly capable, detail-oriented, meticulous, but still efficient painter. He is a very nice man, extremely professional and took good care of our home while he was working here. A huge bonus was that Mike was able to squeeze us in before the holiday, which was so helpful given that we'll have guests. We've been putting off painting this room for an embarrassingly long time due to the level of detail required and our concern that it wouldn't come out well, but now wish we'd hired 360° Painting much sooner. Thank you to Mike and Jose for a wonderful experience - we couldn't possibly be more thrilled with how the room looks and can't wait to share it with our guests very soon. We will definitely use 360° again and will happily refer them to family, friends & neighbors. If you're looking for a highly competent painter and a fantastic customer experience, hire Mike and his team immediately!"

    Jillian L. in December 2022

    All-In Painting LLC Logo
    Mundelein, IL·

    painting

    "So easy to work with. Flexible, knowledgeable, friendly and great service! I will hire them again for any future projects for sure."

    Mary P. in October 2023

    CD

    In business since 2020

    Arlington Heights, IL·

    Painting

    About us: "Welcome to Color & Design Services, 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!"

    JP

    In business since 2019

    Waukegan, IL·

    About us: "A talented and diligent painter with 7+ years of robust painting experience. I'm seeking an opportunity to make a great impression as a painter in a corporate organization, bringing exceptional skills to perform maintenance activities related to painting, such as repairs, changes, and renovations.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!"

    MP
    Waukegan, IL·

    Painting, Drywall, Deck Resurfacing

    "Very affordable, very good work, very professional, good, very friendly"

    Rosa Y. in August 2011

    GP
    St. Charles, IL·

    Painting

    About us: "Hello and welcome to Galway Painting! We are your one stop shop for any and all your painting needs. We have over 10 years of experience and customer service will always be our top priority. Call today!"

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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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  • Project Location: Lake Forest, IL
    Date: 01/17/24
    Location: Home/Residence
    How many rooms do you want to paint?: 5+ rooms
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Ceiling
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Wall
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