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Essential Painting Company
4.9(
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My wife and I hired Essential Painting company to paint the exterior of our house and stain our deck. We chose them after reviewing quotes from 5 companies total. They were very competitively priced and we are extremely happy with the color and quality of our home. The house had some rot on the side, they were able to provide in house carpentry to the shingles and a window frame, something not all the other companies even offered. They were quick and professional, also they were not overbooked like some other painting companies we looked at. In the end, Essential Painting was the company we found that met all our expectations and the results were fantastic. I would definitely use them again."
Anne and Tom
Painting - Exterior Project
Exterior Painting and Carpentry
Clapboard Siding replacement an painting
Fix ceiling and walls from water leak.

+109

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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A&L Painting & Cleaning LLC
5.0(
15
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"10 out of 5 stars. My house needed exterior paint and was a challenging project due to deterioration due to weather and time. This team helped me make my house look new again. I am so pleased. I will certainly hire this team for future projects."
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+64

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Target Painting & Contracting Inc
4.9(
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I can't say enough about how great our experience with Target Painting was. They were professional, courteous and on time. They did an excellent job painting the exterior of our house with attention to detail. Once completed, they did a walk through around the house with us to make sure nothing was missed and that we were totally satisfied. They really cared about the work and made sure we were happy with the job. We would highly recommend Target for any painting projects. We will definitely use them again for any interior painting we may need done."
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+92

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Erivan Da Silva Painting
4.8(
68
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This is the third time I hired Erivan to paint. Exterior or interior—he is exceptional. Working with just one other person, Erivan always arrives on time, cleans up the space at the end of the day, and does outstanding work. Communication is easy, and I am never disappointed with the results. Highly recommend."
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project

+846

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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ARCH PAINTING
4.4(
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Start to finish, excellent service and value delivered. Crew & team were extremely professional, great communicators, always went the extra step to ensure the project was done exactly as it was requested. We moved into a new office space and originally just wanted some touch-ups, they transformed the space into something we didn't think was possible, all while meeting our tight deadlines. Wouldn't look anywhere else for any future commercial or residential work to be done."
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+17

Response time12 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Honeydo4you Contractor
4.7(
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mauri and his team were great from start to finish. So good in fact I re-hired him for a 2nd job. He painted 6 rooms in my house after an addition/renovation and I hired him again 6 months later to paint the outside of my house.  Inside of the house was all brand new items: trim, doors, walls, etc. For the outside, in addition to painting I wanted rotting wood replaced, porch railings fixed and new gutters. House now looks top notch, both inside and out. Any big project will cost money if you want it done right, and I feel Mauri's pricing is the middle ground price you expect, which gives great value to the job you receive in return. More importantly, both Mauri and his team are nice and really do care about doing a good job, which is a unique bonus you dont find too often. Would hire again!"
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+58

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Urbano Painting, Inc.
4.9(
24
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We live in a mobile home and noticed that the paint on the exterior was starting to look dingy. So, we started looking around for painters and found Urbano Painting. They were very courteous, professional, came out promptly to estimate, and gave us a good price. That courtesy and promptness carried through when we made the decision to hire them. They helped us pick out a good color, powerwashed and prepped thoroughly, the whole crew was very kind and professional (no foul language to even each other, messiness, or anything like that), and the paint job they did looks beautiful. It looks practically brand new! We are very happy with them and would recommend them to anybody; especially elderly people like ourselves. They were just so kind and conscientious at every step and that helped us feel safe with hiring them."
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+24

Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lighthouse Painting
4.7(
139
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Lighthouse Painting just finished painting our home. The crew did a wonderful job, making sure each phase was done completely before moving on. We changed colors and after the two coats of stain, there are none of the old colors to be seen. Highly recommend them to others. The crew was easy to work with and put in full days on the job."
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Zuck Painting
4.7(
27
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I just had the exterior of my home painted, along with some carpentry. I am in the process of scheduling interior painting. Zuck Painting is far better than five stars!! From the first contact, it was more than evident that every step would be perfection and it was! Not one area, from quote to scheduling to finished product was less than impeccable! I cannot wait to have more work done by them and refer them to everyone I possibly can!"
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+49

Response time10 hrs
Response rate93%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Blue Mountain Painting, LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired a Blue Mountain Painting to paint both the interior and exterior of my home in Framingham and I could not be more pleased. Jesse from Blue Mountain helped us every single step of the way from picking paint brands, choosing colors, deciding which areas needed a refresh and more. I cannot give more of a recommendation for Blue Mountain. They are the best. Thank you!"
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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FAQs for exterior home or structure paint or stain projects in Harvard, MA

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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