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Feria C&M Professional Painters LLC
4.8(
55
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Feria did an excellent job from beginning to end. They immediately came to look at our project and provided an estimate right away. The crew was very punctual, arriving and leaving at the same time every day and they always left the jobsite clean and orderly. They worked on our house during one of the hottest weeks this summer and nothing slowed them down or affected their pleasant attitudes. In addition, paint was only found where it was supposed to be! There was excellent communication throughout the project. When we compared punch lists, they were already tracking everything I found and then some. The final walkthrough was very thorough and only then was a check written. In home repair you definitely get what you pay for. Going for bottom line price, the homeowner usually pays twice - once for a substandard job and once for the effort involved in hassling over all the little details. We definitely got more than we paid for on this project - a rare result. When it comes time to paint the interior, I will be calling Feria with only one question: "When can you start?""
Commercial and Residential
New house!!
Remodeling
Grinding and preparing concrete floor before epoxy application
Commercial and Residential

+134

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Martinez Painting
5.0(
32
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kitchen and bathroom vanity painting: Sr. Martinez spent over 2 days meticulously covering everything that wasn't supposed to be painted with paper and/or plastic. I had other estimates that said they would roll/brush the cabinets, but for $$$ extra they could spray them. Fernando sprayed them at a cost less than some brush/roll estimates I got. The cabinets were sanded, got two coats of oil primer, and then the next day two coats of the finish paint. They dried overnight and then the hardware was attached and the doors and drawers installed. He even came out on Saturday and Sunday to complete the job. I highly recommend!"
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Masterpiece Builders
4.5(
15
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"So glad I chose this company to stain our wood fence. David did an excellent job! He was very courteous and answered all my questions. He provided stain samples to assist in my color choice. I highly recommend this company."
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Painter Bros of Huntsville
5.0(
7
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"First contact with this company was with John Martin. He came to our house and noted all work to be done then gave us an estimate. John was very easy to work with and helped with some ideas I was unsure of. He explained the whole timeline of the job. We were able to have the job started quite promptly, the first day Courtney met us at the house and introduced us to Eder Neito our painter. She also checked the paint colours to make sure we were right. Through the whole process John kept checking back via text. Both he and Courtney also came to the house to check on the work. We’re really happy with the outcome and highly recommend Painter Bros. Eder Neito did a fantastic job and was so neat and tidy, not one paint spot spilled any where. The last painters we had did a terrible job and the paint was peeling off our doors, Eder fixed them all and they look so nice now."
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Front
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
47 neighbors recently requested a quote
Lopez Drywall And Painting, LLC.
New to Angi

Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in handyman/carpentry work and a variety of related service and repair projects. 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!

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AOL Painting LLC
5.0(
13
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Javier is great! I have used him on my business projects and also on my personal home. The key to a good paint/stain job is the preparation. I have never worked with a painting company that understands the value of proper preparation like Javier does! Javier is highly skilled in all phases of painting and knows how to run a job big or small. I would give him ten stars if it was an option!"
Surface preparation and primer
Installation process
Finished look
Beautiful results
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+4

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Luxury Professional Painting, LLC
4.8(
19
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very kind & professional. Came in same day and started to repair work. Was very respectful of our home and worked with our schedule. He & his worker are super nice and it was a wonderful experience to deal with them. If we ever need anything else we will call on them first and hope they can help. We appreciate what they done for us and it turned out beautifully. Thank you 🙏 😊"
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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FAQs for exterior home or structure paint or stain projects in Athens, AL

Painting vinyl siding is a budget-friendly way to revive curb appeal without paying for new panels. As long as the boards aren’t warped, cracked, or leaking, a coat of high-quality acrylic paint can buy you another five to 10 years before replacement. 

Stick to lighter shades so the siding doesn’t soak up excess heat, and prep the surface well for the paint to bond. If you’re seeing rot or moisture damage, skip the paint and plan for new siding instead.

High-quality acrylic paint is recommended for vinyl siding. Acrylic paint adheres firmly to vinyl surfaces and resists peeling and fading, providing a sleek and long-lasting finish. Ensure the siding is thoroughly cleaned and prepared for optimal results. Your exterior painting pro has the expertise to properly prepare your siding’s surface to ensure proper adhesion.

Priming is not required if the vinyl siding remains in good condition and is properly cleaned. However, if the original color is severely faded or the panels have become porous, priming becomes essential. Priming provides a smooth, even base that improves paint adhesion and enhances durability, ensuring the acrylic finish adheres properly and lasts longer.

A paint sprayer is the quickest, most consistent way to coat vinyl siding. The fine mist reaches grooves a roller can miss and lays down an even layer in a fraction of the time. You’ll still need a brush for tight corners, but a sprayer slashes labor hours and reduces lap marks. 

If you’re renting equipment, ask the supplier for a tip size made for exterior acrylics so the paint atomizes correctly and sticks to the siding.

Painted vinyl siding lasts between five and 10 years. The durability depends on the quality of the surface preparation and the local climate conditions. When the siding is thoroughly cleaned and prepped, and high-quality acrylic paint is used, the finish endures longer. In hotter regions, the lifespan may be closer to five years, while cooler climates help extend it.

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