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Emilien Painting & Restorations
5.0(
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Serving Essex, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very professional and showed up when they said they would. I had them skim coat some walls damaged when I removed backsplash. Will hire again"
Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Raupp Services, LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Essex, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

We are a locally owned and operated Painting contracting company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a vacant and occupied home staging services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Sonart Construction Corp.
2.7(
3
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Serving Essex, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently had my shingle roof replaced and I?m very happy with the results. The team was professional, punctual, and completed the job efficiently. The quality of the work is excellent, and the new roof looks great. They kept the work area clean and communicated well throughout the process. I would definitely recommend them to anyone needing a roof replacement."
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Clean Cut Painting
5.0(
66
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Serving Essex, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was up in the attic a few months ago and slipped and stepped on the ceiling of my daughters room.  A good quarter of the ceiling needed repair.  Having had Chris fix some water damage on my ceiling previously, I knew just who to call for this job,  Just as before, Chris and his team were prompt,cleaned up after themselves, did great  quality work in the repair. It wasn't even noticeable after they finished that I had messed up a good portion of ceiling. Good as new! Reasonably priced, on time, on quote, Quality work and they clean up after themselves! Would I use their services again?  Absolutely, I have! If you're looking for a headache free, job done right, call Chris and his team at Clean Cut Painting. Pete Oborski Tolland ct."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Matt's Painting
5.0(
34
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Serving Essex, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matthew and his crew did a great job. They were fast and efficient. I got quotes from three Painters, they came in at the lowest price. I chose different colors for all the rooms, had them wallpaper another. I'll need a few touch ups after other contractors came in for work, and Matthew said that he'd come back no problem. I'd recommend him"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Express Paint & Decoration LLC
5.0(
28
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Serving Essex, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Quality of workmanship was superior. They said they would treat our home as their own and they certainly did that. Thorough, responsive to our questions and Express Painting did everything they promised they would do. They were also exceptionally clean and created no dust from a lot of interior sanding. Taped off their work areas and cleaned up completely. We would definitely recommend and will be using them again in the future."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for exterior home or structure paint or stain projects in Essex, CT

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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