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Areas Of Expertise: Interior/ Exterior painting, Custom texture, Mudding and Taping , and 2 more
"They did a wonderful job. Provided repairs and a textured surface that no one else could do. I would recommend them to anyone needing drywall work."
Roger H. in August 2021
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Areas Of Expertise: Flooring, Remodeling
"Excellent service! Juan is fantastic! Juan has helped me remodel two kitchens in two different homes of mine.. He also completely transformed my basement. He created it into a master bedroom, master bathroom and a walk in closet. He can do everything ! Electric, plumbing, drywall etc...."
Stephen J. in January 2023
In business since 2021
Areas Of Expertise: Painting
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!"
Areas Of Expertise: Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain, Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 5 + Rooms, Interior or Exterior Painting or Staining - Any Projects
"Wonderful work."
Janine G. in March 2014
Areas Of Expertise: Snow Plowing
"Rafael of Riff Raff is very friendly, great work on our landscaping and very reasonable prices. We Also had them paint our fence which came out great. We just love Riff Raff and recommend them for any yard or handyman project."
Cathy D. in January 2023

Areas Of Expertise: Handyman services (doors, flooring, painting, drywall repair), Moving, Hauling , and 2 more
"Moved my mothers belongings. They took great care with her items. They were efficient, professional and helpful with making sure everything fit and was not damaged."
Krysti H. in November 2022
Areas Of Expertise: Handyman and Home Improvements, Plumbing and HVAC Work, Interior Painting , and 1 more
"He did a Great job painting Paid close attention to detail which I really liked a lot ., seemed very honest and he showed up on time every time. I Definitely would recommend JON Chapman at Chapman home improvements."
Nick C. in January 2022
Areas Of Expertise: Carpentry, Drywall Repair, Small Paint Jobs
"Was very responsive and provided high-quality service at a very reasonable price. Repaired a cabinet drawer that another handyman did not repair correctly. We are thrilled with the results and would hire "I Can Fix That" again in the future for finish carpentry work."
Renee T. in January 2020
Areas Of Expertise: Handyman
"Very superb service. I am very satisfied with the quality craftsmanship that the guys performed and affordable prices. I will Definitely hire them again"
Andy S. in October 2019

"Olmedo painting and construction is on another level, they came to give me an estimate on time for the interior painting of my house and some interior remodeling and compare to the other estimates they were really outstanding not only for the price but because of the quality of work they do! Really clean and neat.. This is a company you can trust forsure! Eric was in charge of the crew and was always really proffesional and understanding about what i wanted, i give this company 5star with out a doubt! Thank you eric and your crew! Im really satisfied with the new fresh look of my house!!"
Martha S. in November 2022

Areas Of Expertise: Interior Residential Painting
"He did a power washing and painting work and did a superb job."
Susan A. in December 2022

Areas Of Expertise: walls repairing, Staining, Power Washing , and 2 more
"Juan is very easy to work with and very professional. He was prompt and neat. Would definitely hire him again!"
Debi W. in August 2020
In business since 2015
About us: "We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 20 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!"

Areas Of Expertise: Lawn Care & Maintenance, Interior Painting, Tree - Trim , and 1 more
"Reuben’s guys did a great job!"
Kate H. in February 2021

In business since 2012
About us: "Joeys Painting Services 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."


Areas Of Expertise: Painting
"Marc and the guys did a great job. We will be calling him back and have a number of friends and family members that will be calling him as well."
Donald R. in April 2017
Areas Of Expertise: Interiro Painting, Exterior Painting
"Sergio and his team do a fantastic job.They are professional,they work quick and they pay attention to detail.I highly would recommend them."
Christopher .. in May 2020
In business since 2021
About us: "LFG Wash 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."

Areas Of Expertise: Assembly, Concrete Laying, Handy Man , and 1 more
"Good service nice work very friendly would recommend to all my friends and family"
Nichole C. in July 2021
Areas Of Expertise: Interior and exterior business and residential
"We loved them. They were very responsive, showed up when they said they would for the quote & right on time for the work. Before they came kept up updated on when they would be here & even text me when they took breaks. They were friendly & prices were well within our budget. I would definitely hire them again for painting or other side jobs. Thank you"
Barb P. in July 2022

Areas Of Expertise: New Roofs, Tuckpointing, Gutter Systems , and 2 more
"Job done in a timely manner. Very professional."
Annette D. in July 2020
Areas Of Expertise: Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal, Interior or Exterior Painting or Staining - Small Projects, Handyman for Multiple Small Projects , and 2 more
"He did work for me on the day after I had surgery (maybe not the best timing on my part; but, I was home from work) and he was so kind and caring, in addition to doing a thorough and careful job."
Terry B. in December 2018
Out of Network Painting Contractors in Waukegan, IL
- Lagunas Handyman Services
1115 Lavine Ave.
Waukegan, IL 60085
- Paint Boys
3318 Judy Lane
Park City, IL 60085
- Rosenow Roofing Inc
700 NICHOLAS BLVD STE 106
ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL 60007
- Kristin Plansky Decorative Painting & Murals
10301 Fair Lane
Huntley, IL 60142
- Brick by Brick Paving and Landscaping
1914 Herbert Drive
Waukegan, IL 60087
- Ellis Construction Services
3402 Harbor Ridge Drive
Zion, IL 60099
- On The Spot Painting & Carpet Cleaning Services
1827 Divison St.
Highland Park, IL 60035
- Marcos Peralta Construction
834 Lenox Ave
Waukegan, IL 60085
- E & A Painting, Inc.
438 Whidden Ave.
Waukegan, IL 60010
- Toby's Painting
805 Grand Ave.
Waukegan, IL 60085
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.
Top Painting Projects
- Apply Specialty Decorative Paint Finishes
- Apply Textured Paint Finishes
- Create a Custom Mural or Trompe Loeil
- Paint a Ceiling
- Paint a Kitchen
- Paint Cabinets
- Paint Metal Roofing
- Paint or Stain a Deck
- Paint or Stain a Door
- Paint or Stain a Fence
- Paint or Stain Exterior Siding
- Paint or Stain Exterior Surfaces
- Paint or Stain Interior Surfaces
- Paint or Stain Interior Surfaces
- Paint or Stain Paneling
- Paint or Stain Single Items
- Paint or Stain Wood Trim
- Remove Paint from Surfaces
HomeAdvisor Community Rating
Waukegan Painting Contractors are rated 4.8 out of 5 based on 356 reviews of 31 pros.
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