Welcome to That 1 Painter! We are Northern Virginia's premier interior and exterior painting experts. We are family and woman-owned and offer a 3-year warranty on our work. Most of our work comes through word-of-mouth and top producing realtors. Our painters work for us full-time. We specialize in a full range of residential and commercial painting services, delivering the highest quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. Our team is highly skilled in interior painting, exterior painting, cabinet painting, brick painting and limewash, and wood rot and trim repair. Whether it’s transforming your home’s interior with fresh, vibrant colors, or enhancing curb appeal with an immaculate exterior finish, we have you covered. We also specialize in installing custom trim, creating stunning shadow boxes, and adding intricate molding to walls, elevating the design and character of any room with precision and craftsmanship. We also offer drywall repair, trim and molding painting, and fence and deck staining to ensure every detail of your space is perfected. Our wood rot repair service restores the integrity of your home, tackling damaged areas in doors, windows, and other wooden structures to maintain both beauty and safety. No matter the job, large or small, we ensure professional quality, reliable service, and attention to detail every step of the way. We are licensed, insured, and bonded. Our motto is that we will be your best houseguest ever.
"Very pleased with the quality of the work. The crew was very professional , neat and courteous. Would highly recommend ! Barb F."
Barbara F on February 2025
Welcome to That 1 Painter! We are Northern Virginia's premier interior and exterior painting experts. We are family and woman-owned and offer a 3-year warranty on our work. Most of our work comes through word-of-mouth and top producing realtors. Our painters work for us full-time. We specialize in a full range of residential and commercial painting services, delivering the highest quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. Our team is highly skilled in interior painting, exterior painting, cabinet painting, brick painting and limewash, and wood rot and trim repair. Whether it’s transforming your home’s interior with fresh, vibrant colors, or enhancing curb appeal with an immaculate exterior finish, we have you covered. We also specialize in installing custom trim, creating stunning shadow boxes, and adding intricate molding to walls, elevating the design and character of any room with precision and craftsmanship. We also offer drywall repair, trim and molding painting, and fence and deck staining to ensure every detail of your space is perfected. Our wood rot repair service restores the integrity of your home, tackling damaged areas in doors, windows, and other wooden structures to maintain both beauty and safety. No matter the job, large or small, we ensure professional quality, reliable service, and attention to detail every step of the way. We are licensed, insured, and bonded. Our motto is that we will be your best houseguest ever.
"Very pleased with the quality of the work. The crew was very professional , neat and courteous. Would highly recommend ! Barb F."
Barbara F on February 2025
Wall Covering Country LLC, 28+ years of experience Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Alfredo Portillo and his team did an excellent job of painting the interior of my house. They completed everything that I asked and they were very timely in completing the job. The painting looks great! I will definitely use their services for future projects around my home."
Gary M on June 2025
Wall Covering Country LLC, 28+ years of experience Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Alfredo Portillo and his team did an excellent job of painting the interior of my house. They completed everything that I asked and they were very timely in completing the job. The painting looks great! I will definitely use their services for future projects around my home."
Gary M on June 2025
JWHI provides world-class customer service with consistent and superior workmanship. We strive to be the trusted market leader in the home improvement industry. Proudly, we are Super Service Award Winner for over a decade, and we plan to keep that streak going! Contact us today to discuss your next handyman or remodeling project. Our mission is to provide you with a happy home improvement experience!
"Fine it was fine"
Jonathan S on April 2025
JWHI provides world-class customer service with consistent and superior workmanship. We strive to be the trusted market leader in the home improvement industry. Proudly, we are Super Service Award Winner for over a decade, and we plan to keep that streak going! Contact us today to discuss your next handyman or remodeling project. Our mission is to provide you with a happy home improvement experience!
"Fine it was fine"
Jonathan S on April 2025
Our Class A Licensed and Insured northern Virginia painting company offers professional painting and remodeling services to Burke, Springfield, Fairfax, Fairfax station, McLean, Arlington, Alexandria, Annandale, Aldie, Ashburn, Reston, Herndon, Woodbridge, Oakton, Clifton VA and more! Full workers compensation coverage. Our owner, Charles, has been professionally painting for over 9 years, and our painters are individually trained and the highest quality painters of Northern VA. We do custom painting, interior painting, exterior painting, residential painting and commercial painting along with drywall installation and drywall repair, and carpentry and trim installation! Call us at 703-953-4631 Check out our full photo gallery and website at https://www.charlesgravespainting.com
"Charles Graves Painting has completed two projects for us. Both were extremely well done and everything we asked for. They are professional, skilled craftsmen who always go the extra mile. We are very pleased with their work and will definitely hire them again."
Susan S on May 2025
Our Class A Licensed and Insured northern Virginia painting company offers professional painting and remodeling services to Burke, Springfield, Fairfax, Fairfax station, McLean, Arlington, Alexandria, Annandale, Aldie, Ashburn, Reston, Herndon, Woodbridge, Oakton, Clifton VA and more! Full workers compensation coverage. Our owner, Charles, has been professionally painting for over 9 years, and our painters are individually trained and the highest quality painters of Northern VA. We do custom painting, interior painting, exterior painting, residential painting and commercial painting along with drywall installation and drywall repair, and carpentry and trim installation! Call us at 703-953-4631 Check out our full photo gallery and website at https://www.charlesgravespainting.com
"Charles Graves Painting has completed two projects for us. Both were extremely well done and everything we asked for. They are professional, skilled craftsmen who always go the extra mile. We are very pleased with their work and will definitely hire them again."
Susan S on May 2025
Free estimates. Family run business with 15 years of experience in the painting industry. We do exterior, interior, power wash, decks, cabinets, and more.
"Marvin and team was professional and great to work with. Would definitely hire again."
BERNIE Y on June 2025
Free estimates. Family run business with 15 years of experience in the painting industry. We do exterior, interior, power wash, decks, cabinets, and more.
"Marvin and team was professional and great to work with. Would definitely hire again."
BERNIE Y on June 2025
Celebrating 36 years serving Northern Virginia. We have received Angie's List Super Service Award from 2007 through 2017. We hold a Business and Contractors licenses. We carry 2,000,000. in Liability insurance as well as Business Auto and Workers Compensation. We clean vinyl, aluminum and steel siding. We clean, strip, seal, stain and paint decks. We work with pressure treated lumber, cedar, redwood, IPE and all hardwoods. We have years of experience cleaning Trex and all composite decking. We replace individual deck boards and entire deck floors as necessary. We repair and replace deteriorated wood trim and molding on house exteriors. We offer both interior and exterior painting. We clean and stain cedar and redwood homes. We appreciate and value our repeat clients and Angie's List members. We unconditionally guarantee all of our work and will respond quickly and return to the job as many times as necessary to satisfy our customers.
"American Powerclean was prompt, professional, and competent. The estimate was detailed and reasonable. However, I decided to go with a slightly lower cost contractor which was my intent prior to receiving estimates."
Robert P on January 2025
Celebrating 36 years serving Northern Virginia. We have received Angie's List Super Service Award from 2007 through 2017. We hold a Business and Contractors licenses. We carry 2,000,000. in Liability insurance as well as Business Auto and Workers Compensation. We clean vinyl, aluminum and steel siding. We clean, strip, seal, stain and paint decks. We work with pressure treated lumber, cedar, redwood, IPE and all hardwoods. We have years of experience cleaning Trex and all composite decking. We replace individual deck boards and entire deck floors as necessary. We repair and replace deteriorated wood trim and molding on house exteriors. We offer both interior and exterior painting. We clean and stain cedar and redwood homes. We appreciate and value our repeat clients and Angie's List members. We unconditionally guarantee all of our work and will respond quickly and return to the job as many times as necessary to satisfy our customers.
"American Powerclean was prompt, professional, and competent. The estimate was detailed and reasonable. However, I decided to go with a slightly lower cost contractor which was my intent prior to receiving estimates."
Robert P on January 2025
Williams Painting & Remodeling is a family owned & operated business, serving the DC Metro area for over 10 Years. We pride ourselves on customer service. We want to do the job and do it right and do it right the first time. Try us out and see how you like us. You won’t be disappointed.
"William's guy did a great job. He was fast and the quality was great. I'll definitely be reaching out to them for future projects."
Robert C on May 2025
Williams Painting & Remodeling is a family owned & operated business, serving the DC Metro area for over 10 Years. We pride ourselves on customer service. We want to do the job and do it right and do it right the first time. Try us out and see how you like us. You won’t be disappointed.
"William's guy did a great job. He was fast and the quality was great. I'll definitely be reaching out to them for future projects."
Robert C on May 2025
Professional Touch offers many painting and drywall repair services for home owners and businesses alike. From our highly knowledgeable workers, to our prompt, courteous service and reasonable rates, you can't go wrong with letting us tackle your "To Do" list.
"Price was reasonable, communication was excellent, workers were on time and professional, the job was completed quickly & done well. Thank you so much!!"
Helen H on May 2025
Professional Touch offers many painting and drywall repair services for home owners and businesses alike. From our highly knowledgeable workers, to our prompt, courteous service and reasonable rates, you can't go wrong with letting us tackle your "To Do" list.
"Price was reasonable, communication was excellent, workers were on time and professional, the job was completed quickly & done well. Thank you so much!!"
Helen H on May 2025
Trusted by the pros! We’ve proudly painted the homes of Washington Commanders and Washington Wizards players. At Paint Perfected, we take pride in being the premier residential painting company serving the vibrant communities of Northern Virginia. With years of experience under our belt, we’ve mastered the art of transforming houses into homes, one brushstroke at a time. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to quality, professionalism, and customer satisfaction. Our team of skilled painters are not only experts in their craft but also passionate about enhancing the beauty and value of your home. From meticulous surface preparation to flawless finishes, we handle every project with the utmost care and attention to detail. Whether it’s a single room or an entire property, we approach each job with dedication and precision, ensuring stunning results that exceed your expectations. As a locally-owned and operated company, we take pride in our community and strive to build lasting relationships with our clients. When you choose Paint Perfected, you’re not just hiring a painting company – you’re partnering with a team that cares about your home as much as you do.
"Great work by the crew. Project was a success as laid out during the walk thru and quotation he provided."
doug K on June 2025
Trusted by the pros! We’ve proudly painted the homes of Washington Commanders and Washington Wizards players. At Paint Perfected, we take pride in being the premier residential painting company serving the vibrant communities of Northern Virginia. With years of experience under our belt, we’ve mastered the art of transforming houses into homes, one brushstroke at a time. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to quality, professionalism, and customer satisfaction. Our team of skilled painters are not only experts in their craft but also passionate about enhancing the beauty and value of your home. From meticulous surface preparation to flawless finishes, we handle every project with the utmost care and attention to detail. Whether it’s a single room or an entire property, we approach each job with dedication and precision, ensuring stunning results that exceed your expectations. As a locally-owned and operated company, we take pride in our community and strive to build lasting relationships with our clients. When you choose Paint Perfected, you’re not just hiring a painting company – you’re partnering with a team that cares about your home as much as you do.
"Great work by the crew. Project was a success as laid out during the walk thru and quotation he provided."
doug K on June 2025
We meet all your service needs! Family owned and operated! We offer interior & exterior painting, flooring- including hardwood, and remodeling!
"They did amazing! I would definitely recommend them! Their professionalism, communication, and precision is unmatched."
Chanelle B on June 2025
We meet all your service needs! Family owned and operated! We offer interior & exterior painting, flooring- including hardwood, and remodeling!
"They did amazing! I would definitely recommend them! Their professionalism, communication, and precision is unmatched."
Chanelle B on June 2025
Professional painters can complete an exterior door painting project in one to three hours, not including drying time. The timeline depends on the door's condition, required preparation, and the number of coats needed.
Weather conditions significantly impact drying times, with high humidity or extreme temperatures extending the process. Most doors require 24 to 48 hours of curing time before resuming normal use.
While removing the door provides optimal access to all surfaces and edges, many professional painters achieve excellent results with the door remaining in place. For in-position painting, proper hardware protection and masking are essential. Door removal becomes more beneficial when dealing with significant damage, when painting both sides simultaneously, or when making dramatic color changes that require extra coats.
The ideal paint for exterior doors is a high-quality, weather-resistant formulation designed specifically for outdoor conditions. Acrylic latex paints offer excellent moisture resistance and color retention, while oil-based options provide superior hardness for high-traffic areas. Semi-gloss or gloss finishes repel dirt and moisture more effectively than flat finishes. Door material also influences paint selection—metal doors benefit from rust-inhibiting formulas, while wood doors may require specialized primers.
Hiring a professional delivers superior results for exterior door painting, especially for front entrances where appearance matters most. Professionals bring specialized equipment, extensive experience, and efficient techniques that ensure a smooth, durable finish.
While DIY painting saves on labor costs, you'll need proper tools, adequate preparation knowledge, and sufficient time to achieve comparable results. For complex door styles or when changing colors dramatically, professional expertise often justifies the additional expense.