Full service painting company serving the tri-state area. Family owned and operated. Cabinet refinishing Epoxy Full interior and exterior painting services Staining
"Emerson Paints: All Sales, No Service If you’re considering Emerson Paints, let me save you the trouble: don’t. I responded to one of their Instagram ads and was immediately bombarded with phone calls—relentlessly. Once I was ready, I called back and scheduled a free estimate. The sales rep they sent was personable, knowledgeable, and assured me he’d been with the company for ten years. That part actually felt promising. He gave us three tiers of service, and my husband and I chose the middle option. I even went to the paint store the next morning to pick out my color. I texted him with my selection and… crickets. Days passed. I followed up. He apologized and promised to get back to me. He didn’t. Eventually, I called the office directly, only to find out we weren’t even on the schedule. That’s when the owner stepped in—sounding every bit the overpromising, fast-talking salesman you hope never to deal with. He assured me we’d be fit in the following week and that he was “putting his very best guy on it.” Then the day arrived… and a truck pulled up with a completely different company name and logo on it. Turns out, Emerson subcontracted the work without telling me. Not even a mention. Total bait and switch. To make matters worse, the sales rep had promised I wouldn’t have to prep anything in my kitchen. But when I asked the owner, I was suddenly responsible for clearing countertops and emptying the front of all my cabinets. My kitchen was a disaster zone for a week—all based on bad information. Then came the most unbelievable part: on day two of the project, an Emerson employee came to "check on things"—and let himself into my home. No knock. No doorbell. No hello. Just strolled right in like it was his place. I was stunned. The one saving grace? The subcontracted crew was excellent. They were professional, efficient, and lovely to work with. I would’ve happily hired them directly—for a likely much lower price—if Emerson hadn’t been the middleman. (Message me if you want their name; they were fantastic.) Emerson Paints, on the other hand? Not a single follow-up. No call to see how the job went. Nothing. Their last contact with me was their guy walking uninvited into my house. Bottom line: Emerson Paints is overpriced, unreliable, and dishonest. I wouldn’t recommend them to anyone."
Amy A on May 2025
Full service painting company serving the tri-state area. Family owned and operated. Cabinet refinishing Epoxy Full interior and exterior painting services Staining
"Emerson Paints: All Sales, No Service If you’re considering Emerson Paints, let me save you the trouble: don’t. I responded to one of their Instagram ads and was immediately bombarded with phone calls—relentlessly. Once I was ready, I called back and scheduled a free estimate. The sales rep they sent was personable, knowledgeable, and assured me he’d been with the company for ten years. That part actually felt promising. He gave us three tiers of service, and my husband and I chose the middle option. I even went to the paint store the next morning to pick out my color. I texted him with my selection and… crickets. Days passed. I followed up. He apologized and promised to get back to me. He didn’t. Eventually, I called the office directly, only to find out we weren’t even on the schedule. That’s when the owner stepped in—sounding every bit the overpromising, fast-talking salesman you hope never to deal with. He assured me we’d be fit in the following week and that he was “putting his very best guy on it.” Then the day arrived… and a truck pulled up with a completely different company name and logo on it. Turns out, Emerson subcontracted the work without telling me. Not even a mention. Total bait and switch. To make matters worse, the sales rep had promised I wouldn’t have to prep anything in my kitchen. But when I asked the owner, I was suddenly responsible for clearing countertops and emptying the front of all my cabinets. My kitchen was a disaster zone for a week—all based on bad information. Then came the most unbelievable part: on day two of the project, an Emerson employee came to "check on things"—and let himself into my home. No knock. No doorbell. No hello. Just strolled right in like it was his place. I was stunned. The one saving grace? The subcontracted crew was excellent. They were professional, efficient, and lovely to work with. I would’ve happily hired them directly—for a likely much lower price—if Emerson hadn’t been the middleman. (Message me if you want their name; they were fantastic.) Emerson Paints, on the other hand? Not a single follow-up. No call to see how the job went. Nothing. Their last contact with me was their guy walking uninvited into my house. Bottom line: Emerson Paints is overpriced, unreliable, and dishonest. I wouldn’t recommend them to anyone."
Amy A on May 2025
penabrosconstruction@gmail.com Located in Frederick, Maryland
"They were very professional and experienced in staining our log home. Gave us the best of knowledge in what stain and clear coat to use for long life of our home. Very professional with their work and with me. They completely cleaned the entire area and also cleaned all of the exterior windows. I would highly recommend them for a job well done."
Brian L on May 2025
penabrosconstruction@gmail.com Located in Frederick, Maryland
"They were very professional and experienced in staining our log home. Gave us the best of knowledge in what stain and clear coat to use for long life of our home. Very professional with their work and with me. They completely cleaned the entire area and also cleaned all of the exterior windows. I would highly recommend them for a job well done."
Brian L on May 2025
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Painting services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"The painting was okay but could have been a little more attention to detail as far as not having straight lines and having the brown and white paint separated and not Blended in."
Charles D on September 2022
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Painting services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"The painting was okay but could have been a little more attention to detail as far as not having straight lines and having the brown and white paint separated and not Blended in."
Charles D on September 2022
Wouldn't it be nice to work with a company that lived up to its name? With B&M Painting, its obvious we have our work cut out for us; any company can paint a house and make it look great. The difference is in the way that you are treated from the first call for an estimate to the scheduling and completion of your project. B&M Painting Inc. will stick to these high quality standards and has for over the past 18 years: Promptly return phone calls and emails, provide all of the details of your project in writing, pay close attention to details, communicate with you (phone/emails) every step of the way, complete the project as promised, treat you with the utmost courtesy, protect your personal property as we complete the project, be responsive to your questions, keep scheduled appointments, and guarantee your satisfaction. B&M Painting Inc. is a fully licensed and insured residential and commercial painting company located in Jefferson County WV. We serve the tri-state area of WV, MD, and VA. Depending on the product you choose, we also offer a 10 year warranty. B&M has been providing quality interior and exterior painting services to the Eastern Panhandle and the Tri-State Area for over 18 years.
"The paint job was large. It took a crew of four painters five days to complete. The painters were professional and friendly. The job was done correctly and the painters were conscientious about the quality of their work. It took a bit longer to schedule than I had hoped but given the circumstances (COVID-19), that was not surprising to me. All in all, I had an excellent experience with B & M Painting and I highly recommend this company."
Christopher Y on October 2020
Wouldn't it be nice to work with a company that lived up to its name? With B&M Painting, its obvious we have our work cut out for us; any company can paint a house and make it look great. The difference is in the way that you are treated from the first call for an estimate to the scheduling and completion of your project. B&M Painting Inc. will stick to these high quality standards and has for over the past 18 years: Promptly return phone calls and emails, provide all of the details of your project in writing, pay close attention to details, communicate with you (phone/emails) every step of the way, complete the project as promised, treat you with the utmost courtesy, protect your personal property as we complete the project, be responsive to your questions, keep scheduled appointments, and guarantee your satisfaction. B&M Painting Inc. is a fully licensed and insured residential and commercial painting company located in Jefferson County WV. We serve the tri-state area of WV, MD, and VA. Depending on the product you choose, we also offer a 10 year warranty. B&M has been providing quality interior and exterior painting services to the Eastern Panhandle and the Tri-State Area for over 18 years.
"The paint job was large. It took a crew of four painters five days to complete. The painters were professional and friendly. The job was done correctly and the painters were conscientious about the quality of their work. It took a bit longer to schedule than I had hoped but given the circumstances (COVID-19), that was not surprising to me. All in all, I had an excellent experience with B & M Painting and I highly recommend this company."
Christopher Y on October 2020
Interior and Exterior Home Improvements I have over 20 years of experience, guarantee my work and will always provide an honest quote for the work that you are requesting to be done. I am the owner-operator of my family owned business.
Interior and Exterior Home Improvements I have over 20 years of experience, guarantee my work and will always provide an honest quote for the work that you are requesting to be done. I am the owner-operator of my family owned business.
Independent Contracting with one employee, cash or check, senior citizens 10 percent discount.
Independent Contracting with one employee, cash or check, senior citizens 10 percent discount.
We are a privately owned company
We are a privately owned company
Practicing safe painting habits for the health of our clients & our environment. For the same cost as the other guys, why not use a high quality, eco-friendly painting company to help keep you and our community healthier?
Practicing safe painting habits for the health of our clients & our environment. For the same cost as the other guys, why not use a high quality, eco-friendly painting company to help keep you and our community healthier?
American Custom Contractors is a full-service roofing, siding, and general contracting company committed to delivering high-quality home improvement services. With 52 years of experience, we specialize in both residential and commercial projects, ensuring durability and precision in every job. We pride ourselves on our customer-focused approach, providing tailored solutions and exceptional craftsmanship to meet the unique needs of each client.
"I'm a relatively new homeowner, so after a storm damaged my roof, I had no idea how to get my roof repaired or how to navigate the home insurance claim nightmare. I was so grateful when my friend's husband (who is a contractor specializing in home insurance jobs) recommended I call a company local to me called American Custom Contractors. My friend's husband told me he had worked with the company previously and knew that the company had good people, does good work, and is trustworthy. I'm happy to say that he was 100% right. Initially, my home insurance company only wanted to pay to replace a few shingles on my roof, but American Custom Contractors advocated on my behalf, and we were able to get the home insurance to replace my whole roof! There was months of back and forth with the home insurance company, but American Custom Contractors really allayed my anxiety during this whole process. In fact, everyone I met and spoke to at the company knew exactly what they were doing and were polite and professional. I felt like I was in good hands during the entire process. I'm happy to say my roof is now brand new and beautiful. I highly recommend American Custom Contractors for their superb customer service and high quality work."
Christina L on January 2023
American Custom Contractors is a full-service roofing, siding, and general contracting company committed to delivering high-quality home improvement services. With 52 years of experience, we specialize in both residential and commercial projects, ensuring durability and precision in every job. We pride ourselves on our customer-focused approach, providing tailored solutions and exceptional craftsmanship to meet the unique needs of each client.
"I'm a relatively new homeowner, so after a storm damaged my roof, I had no idea how to get my roof repaired or how to navigate the home insurance claim nightmare. I was so grateful when my friend's husband (who is a contractor specializing in home insurance jobs) recommended I call a company local to me called American Custom Contractors. My friend's husband told me he had worked with the company previously and knew that the company had good people, does good work, and is trustworthy. I'm happy to say that he was 100% right. Initially, my home insurance company only wanted to pay to replace a few shingles on my roof, but American Custom Contractors advocated on my behalf, and we were able to get the home insurance to replace my whole roof! There was months of back and forth with the home insurance company, but American Custom Contractors really allayed my anxiety during this whole process. In fact, everyone I met and spoke to at the company knew exactly what they were doing and were polite and professional. I felt like I was in good hands during the entire process. I'm happy to say my roof is now brand new and beautiful. I highly recommend American Custom Contractors for their superb customer service and high quality work."
Christina L on January 2023
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.