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Believing painting
5.0(
55
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Dale City, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outstanding work! Our home was in the care of Believing Painting for siding repair and total paint both main color and trim. Wow! He was fantastic! Excellent skill, great communication, thoughtful advice, and top notch professionalism. Believing Painting treated my home as if it were his own. I could not be happier with the process and finished result and can absolutely highly recommend this company to anyone needing home exterior siding and paint work. Very happy customer here!"
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Cabinets restorations
Interior painting

+119

Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Solution Painting Inc
4.8(
1,061
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Dale City, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"While we are generally satisfied with the fresh look of the newly painted surfaces, not much care was taken with the fence staining. The fence is old so we expected some uneven stain, but several interior borders were missed and there are boards with stain runs and drips which looks sloppy. In addition, paint dripped onto our siding when the back shutters were being painted, and wasn't cleaned off. Scraping and painting the iron railing on the front steps takes a lot of work, and we were going to do it ourselves, but were assured by Solution that they would do a thorough job with scraping, priming, and painting. However, within 5 months, the paint was already chipping off, and we're going to have to do it ourselves anyhow. We were less satisfied with the project management and communication from the company regarding the project. We got a quick estimate visit (we accepted the same day and provided paint and stain colors 2 days later) and assurance that we would be contacted with the start date within a few days. I emailed Solution after 3 weeks of no communication from them and was promptly given some date options, leaving me to wonder when we would have eventually been contacted. We scheduled date 2 weeks from then, and the workman showed up on the scheduled start date with no materials because he did not know the paint and stain colors, although we had provided them. When I provided the information again to the office, I was told they didn't work with the particular brand of stain I had chosen; they could have been up front with this and saved me an extra trip to Home Depot. To continue, the workman power washed the fence and then left without doing any prep work. To our minds, he could have started scraping the front railing, or gone and purchased the materials and got started on the priming. It turned into a longer job with less on-site workmen than I was told when asking questions during the estimate. The workmen also asked whether the wood under the deck needed stained, although it was stated on the estimate. We went with Solution Painting in part because of the good reviews that were posted for the company, but I don't think we would use them again."
Interior Painting 2020
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+21

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Resolution Painting
5.0(
29
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Dale City, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great results from Antonio and his team! They are very professional, have exceptional painting skills, and finished our project of 4 bedrooms, hall, stairway, and den on time. You cannot see where they patched walls or fixed cracks. They left our house very clean and the cost was very reasonable. Would definitely hire again!"
Interior painting
Exterior painting house
Wall
Deck
Whole house

+60

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Williams Painting And Remodeling
4.7(
548
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Dale City, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"William and his crew did a fantastic job painting the exterior of my house (front door, front arch door trim, bay window, shutters, concrete foundation, and iron railing) as well as repair a number of trim pieces on my front door and bay window. They also power washed the entire house and front stoop prior to the exterior painting. We would hire them again."
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+30

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mendez Painting Services LLC
4.5(
323
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Dale City, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The Mendez Painting Team did a fabulous job with multiple carpentry renovation projects in our house. Extremely competitive prices with a very competent and professional staff Premium carpenter and The Painters did an amazing job with painting and completely revitalizing the exterior of my house My dormer windows were destroyed all the wood was rotten The carpenters made new dormers windows Trim boards below the roof replace Trim boards behind the front gutter are replaced . Front bay windows. all front windows now are new with composite trim boards The exterior of my house looked old now it looks new. very responsive and clearly communicates the work to be performed. I recommend them highly"
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+83

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Metropolitan Paint and Home Improvement, Inc.
4.5(
110
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Dale City, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I cannot say high enough praise for Metropolitan Paint. They painted both exterior and interior of my home. They did an amazing job and went way beyond my expectations. Always arrived on time and did a very thorough job. A+"
Deck works
Deck works
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Deck works

+40

Response time8 hrs
Response rate92%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JW Home Improvement
4.4(
5,749
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Dale City, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2001

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"I hired JW Home Improvement to remove wood filler and a microwave above my electric stove, and replace it with a pre-made cabinet and new range hood. Denis, the JW Technician who was sent to my home to conduct the work, was very professional, knowledgeable and detail oriented. Due to an unknown pre-existing issue that necessitated cutting into the dry wall in the bulk-head (above my stove), the job ended up taking approximately 3 hours longer than what was originally projected. That being said, Denis devised a successful solution to deal with the unexpected snag, repaired the drywall and expertly painted the entire wall. I am issuing a rating of five out of five stars for his performance."
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EXTERIOR PAINTING
KITCHEN REMODEL
Jesse Wertjes with Angie!

+8

23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Elite Link, LLC
3.9(
4
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Dale City, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Offers commercial services

"Did external painting of fascia, window boxes, and window frames. Fast, easy process for estimate. Communicated well throughout process. Pleasant. Reasonable price and good work."
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Residential painting
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Residential painting
Residential painting

+3

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ABL Professional Painting
4.8(
266
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Dale City, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ari and his crew did a fantastic job painting the interior of our home along with our exterior shutters and front door. They are personable, reliable, responsive, and take pride in their workmanship. I highly recommend their services."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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FAQs for exterior home or structure paint or stain projects in Dale City, VA

For aluminum siding, go with a high-quality 100% acrylic exterior paint. Start with an oil-based primer to ensure the finish adheres and shields the metal from oxidation and moisture. The primer seals the surface and provides the acrylic with a surface to grip. Skip latex primers or paints—their reaction with aluminum can trap bubbles and cause early peeling.

How long will painted aluminum siding last?

A well-done paint job on aluminum siding can last around 15 years, making the upfront effort worthwhile. Longevity hinges on solid prep: thoroughly cleaning the surface to remove chalky residue, dirt, and mildew so the new paint can adhere properly. It’s also important to paint when temperatures are between 50°F and 80°F, as extreme heat or cold can affect drying and adhesion. Steer clear of rainy days—moisture under the paint weakens adhesion and speeds up peeling or fading, which can significantly shorten the lifespan of your fresh coat.

Plan on repainting when the finish starts fading or leaves a chalky, white residue on your hand. Check the siding each year; if there’s a powdery residue on your palm, it indicates oxidation is underway on your siding. A fresh coat of paint stops peeling before it starts, boosts curb appeal, and keeps the metal protected.

Spray painting aluminum siding offers significant benefits compared to other application styles. Spray painting delivers even coverage, rapid application, and enhanced adhesion compared to traditional painting methods. This technique ensures every surface is evenly coated, minimizes labor time, and provides a sleek, professional finish that withstands weather and oxidation for lasting results.

The return on investment for aluminum siding is 70%. For example, a $10,000 aluminum siding installation will add $7,000 to your home’s resale value. Regional housing markets, the quality of siding materials, and ongoing upkeep—including repainting and repairs—influence final ROI. Investing in professional installation and regular maintenance ensures you recoup a significant portion of your siding costs when it’s time to sell.

Several materials can replace aluminum siding, each offering unique trade-offs. Vinyl siding requires minimal upkeep and resists fading, lasting up to 30 years. Wood siding provides classic warmth but demands regular painting or sealing. Fiber cement and composite siding offer exceptional durability and design flexibility, requiring minimal maintenance. Brick veneer and stucco create premium, long-lasting exteriors, but they come with higher upfront costs and increased installation complexity.

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