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Areas Of Expertise: Painting, Powerwashing
"He did more than expected, he took care of the prep work. He was the most budget friendly of the estimates I received. Once he started he did not stop and do other work elsewhere. We had a little bit of a language barrier, but we did fine writing instructions and expectations. I have more work for him here and will be reaching out to him shortly."
Chris C. in April 2020

Areas Of Expertise: Painting
"They were excellent, good communication throughout the job, did it in a timely manner, reasonable price, and overall excellent work."
Maria .. in December 2020

In business since 2005
Areas Of Expertise: Major Renovations, Kitchen Gut remodeling, Additions
About us: "Here at J&L Contractors, Inc., Inc, 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. 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!"
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Areas Of Expertise: Painting
"Olvin and his team were so incredibly amazing to work with. First, Olvin was extremely responsive when we reached out for a quote, was very professional, and provided a reasonable quote quickly. When it came time to schedule the work, he was flexible with our schedule and we were able to find the right days to make it work. His team was incredible - they were respectful of our home, polite and friendly, were extremely skillful, and cleaned up meticulously. We had 2 ceilings that needed a lot of repair work and a new coat of paint, a bathroom door that needed to be fixed due to a prior owner error, and a room that had layers of paint and wallpaper fixed and painted. I highly recommend using them for any of your needs. We plan to continue to work with Larry and his team in the future for future projects we need completed. If I could give more than 5 stars I would - and that is not an exaggeration."
Mirian G. in November 2022

Areas Of Expertise: FLOORING, PAINTING
"I hired Richard to remove wallpaper. He was punctual and did an excellentl job. He is very pleasant to work with."
Hilda L. in August 2021

Areas Of Expertise: Cleaning Services, Painting, Post Construction Clean up
"Painting walls ceiling and baseboards Great team"
Bruna M. in January 2023

Areas Of Expertise: Renovations & Remediation, Finished Carpentry, Siding & Painting , and 2 more
"I had 4 bedrooms painted and wood floors put down and Iâ m very impressed with the quality of work. The team was great to work with and I would highly recommend them. Next I have a family room project with barn doors and a bathroom renovation. The estimate was very detailed and reasonable and my ideas were factored in. Iâ m looking forward to the end result."
Judith O. in December 2022
Areas Of Expertise: Entire Interior Projects, Professional Painting Company, Smaller Painting & Staining Projects , and 2 more
"Rafael went above and beyond! His work ethic is impeccable , Iâ m hiring him to do more jobs around the house! Highly recommend him"
jean C. in September 2020

Areas Of Expertise: Fixing walls +ceilings, Interior & Exterior home painting (Up to 4 rooms)
"I needed a room painted, trim, ceiling, doors, and walls. Ryan was professional and helped guide me to the best colors to match what I was looking for. Assessment, work, and job was all phenomenal. Would 10/10 recommend it?"
Dan S. in September 2022

"Mr. Carl was great, quoted the job quickly and began work as soon as the materials arrived. The work was of excellent quality."
Aleksey C. in December 2022

Areas Of Expertise: 10 Years Experience
"He was very professional, honest, and working the way I wanted! Overall I was very pleased, he has a staff that is very good and hardworking! I really had a good experience!"
Isabel O. in November 2021

Areas Of Expertise: Handyman Services, Drywall, Painting
"Did a great job with the floor painted, fixed a lot of things like doors, moldings, etc.. finished when he said he would. was very responsive."
Caroline M. in January 2022

Areas Of Expertise: Carpentry, Painting - Drywall, Interior , and 6 more
"Quality craftsmanship, kept me informed of the project throughout. Overall great experience, I highly recommend their services!"
Kayla N. in January 2023

Areas Of Expertise: Honey Due lists. The longer the better, General all around Tile work and bathroom repair, All types of masonry work. Payers, Granite, Brick, Walkways, Patios, stone walls , and 2 more
"I was interested in replacing 38 year-old wallpaper and making minor updates in one of our bathrooms. I described my project on Home Advisor and Perry Luke was the first to respond within 12 hours. Perry painted the ceiling and walls inside the bathroom closet, removed the old wallpaper from the top-half of the wall and hung new wallpaper from STYLECRAFT, INC, mounted a new medicine cabinet and vanity lights, and repaired the vanity cabinet doors. The work was carefully done in a timely manner and within my budget. I am so pleased with the professional and refreshing new look of my bathroom."
Sybil G. in May 2016

In business since 2022
Areas Of Expertise: Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms, Interior or Exterior Painting or Staining - Small Projects, Painting , and 1 more
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."

Areas Of Expertise: Exterior Painting, Medium Sized Projects, Interior Painting , and 1 more
"Amazing work! An issue came up with my ceiling and he offered to fix it on top of paining the walls, ceiling and trim. I had him paint my 20 year old furniture white and it looks beautiful! There were seven pieces plus a headboard and it came out great. I absolutely recommend him."
Marianne M. in March 2023

Areas Of Expertise: Remodeling, Painting
"Hired Matt to repaint the interior of my newly purchased home. Very responsive and professional. Started the same day he quoted. Very detail oriented. Kept me in the loop whenever questions and concerns came up."
Brent L. in December 2022

"I am very happy with Eddie and L&E Painting. The project went smoothly from start to finish. They replaced every wall shingle and decking component, including some load bearing columns, then restained and repainted everything from top to bottom, doing thorough and good work. Very reliable. They have taken care of my house for years, and they know what to do!"
Paul G. in September 2017

Areas Of Expertise: Carpentry Services, Drywall - Repair, Tile Installation , and 2 more
"I got a quote same day. Got an email with estimate 3 hours later. 2 plasterers came next day. They were polite and did a great job with wall that needed new board and plaster and also removed old crown molding replaced with new. Painter came 2 days later and did a great job with wall...molding and 2 ceilings. They cleaned up beautifully."
Kim C. in October 2019
Areas Of Expertise: Home Repairs, Home Remodels, Painting , and 1 more
"Andre and his team were professional and hospitable! Their work on the cabinets was top notch and he made me feel like I was in good hands. I felt like he was honest and that was reflected in the quality of the work, the price of the work and his cadence!"
Hunter B. in February 2023

Areas Of Expertise: Framing, Home Additions, Bath, Kitchen, Basement Remodeling , and 2 more
"Outstanding experience! I would highly recommend Erick and Best Pro Builders without hesitation. They patched up a bunch of plaster holes, replaced a small ceiling, and painted everything. The final products looks great! Erick's communication was excellent and the job was done quickly and neatly. The crew was mindful of our tenant's concerns and made efforts to alleviate the stress of having to work done in their home."
Ryan B. in August 2022
Areas Of Expertise: Drywall, Painting
"He did a really great job. It was quick, his painting is very awesome! I love the work that he did."
Camilla C. in August 2022
Areas Of Expertise: Drywall, Plastering
"They performed the task with excellence and speed I would recommend them for everyone that need new drywall installed, replaced or repaired!"
Gabriel O. in February 2023

Areas Of Expertise: Outside Painting, Inside Painting, Light Carpentry
"Diego and his team at Vallen Pro are the best around! We needed all of the common areas of our home and our kitchen cabinets painted. It was a huge job. His team tackled two-story walls, vaulted ceilings, doors, window endless trim and wainscoting, crown molding, a tall brick fireplace, and knotty pine which is very difficult to paint over. Diego had the best price of all the quotes I sourced and was awesome to work with. He is great at keeping in constant contact so I never had any questions about what he and his team were doing â at the beginning of the day we would confirm next steps on the project, and at the end of the day we would review progress and make sure everything was perfect. I canâ t tell you how many times he said, â I want you to be 100% happyâ . I was nervous about having our kitchen cabinets painted but they look like theyâ re factory finish and Iâ m very happy with the final product. Heâ s meticulous with his work and takes great pride in the quality and end-result of his projects which is all you can ask for when trusting someone with your home."
Kelsey R. in September 2021
Areas Of Expertise: Painting
About us: "We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. 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!"
Out of Network Painting Contractors in Melrose, MA
- AB Construction & Design
221 Main St. Unit B
Stoneham, MA 02180
- Antonio's Painting
300 Lynn Shore Drive, Suite 1008
Lynn, MA 01902
- Home Improvements
169 Eastern Ave. , Suite 2
Malden, MA 02148
- Generation Painting
425 Main Street, Unit 8d
Hudson, MA 01749
- Fine Finishes Painting and Restoration
121 Wetherfield St.
Rowley, MA 01969
- Persistant Painting & Home Services
490 Central St.
Saugus, MA 01906
- John Flynn Painting & Wallpapering, Inc.
28 Fairmount Street
Melrose, MA 02176
- L & E Painting & Plastering Group Corp
3 Wilbur Court
Saugus, MA 01906
- HR Finishing Expert, LLC
51 Charter Street
Boston, MA 02113
- Commander Contracting Inc
98 IRVING ST
Winchester, MA 01890
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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Melrose Painting Contractors are rated 4.8 out of 5 based on 1,867 reviews of 127 pros.
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