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Boudreau Painting
5.0(
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

"Denise and Donna were super right from the beginning. They responded quickly to my request and came out the same day to give me an estimate. The work was neat and perfect. There were a number of angles and stairs to worry about but they sailed along. And they took to my Jack Russell and she to them. They brought marvelous treats for both of us. I highly recommend them and hope to use them again."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Orcutt Painting Co
4.9(
527
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

"After purchasing our new home, we wanted to freshen it up with an interior paint job. Fortunately, we found Rick Orcutt. He gave us a detailed and very fair estimate for the work, and then his team executed the job beautifully. We were amazed by the quality of their work. Rick Orcutt is an absolute pleasure to work with. He’s punctual, responsive and professional. He makes sure work is done correctly. We would love to work with Orcutt Painting again."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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St Germain Construction
5.0(
76
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Reggie at St Germain Construction did an excellent job of siding my house and detached garage. He quoted me a fixed price, which included all of the major items as well as the small but crucial pieces that I didn't even know that I needed: outside faucet, electrical outlet, linen vent. The vinyl siding was carefully installed over Tyvek, and all the trim work was neatly done. I would definitely use Reggie again, and highly recommend his work."
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Charlie's Drywall & Painting
5.0(
117
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Free estimates

"After dealing with many disappointing contractors/handymen, Charlie & Richard were a (shocking) breath of fresh air and worth every penny. This company takes pride in their work and these two men truly want to do the best job for their customers in the long run. They do not cut corners at all and have extreme attention to detail. From the beginning, Charlie was organized, responsive and detailed in his quote. Over the course of 2 weeks, Richard and Charlie were consistently punctual and took great care to be respectful of our home (always used drop cloths everywhere they walked, swept/cleaned up after themselves daily & used the proper machines/filters so dust wouldn’t end up all over our house). The painting and drywall repair came out beautiful! I only wish I found this company sooner, but we will definitely be hiring Charlie & Richard again!"
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Recommended by99%of homeowners
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The Larkin Painting Company Inc
5.0(
134
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

"We were very impressed with Larkin and will definitely use them again. The owner, Bill, came out to our home quickly and was thorough in the quote. We have an older (1911) house and horsehair plaster. The work was extremely professional and they responded very quickly and calmly to a couple of unexpected things. After the work was done they made sure we were satisfied before formally requesting the final payment - the day after they left our kids pushed a chair into the newly painted wall and Larkin fixed it at no charge so we would be fully satisfied with the project. We highly recommend them."
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Alpha Omega Property Services
5.0(
59
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

"Alpha Omega did a great job installing our new storm door & removing the old. Works great - I think they had to work a bit on the fit. Over $200 sounds pricey, but other quotes were higher. I would recommend."
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All Out Deleading
5.0(
68
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Peter and his crew were great. Peter was prompt in responding to my inquiry and came out to the house to walk through the lead report and work that needed to be done with me. He gave me a number of options for remediating things and showed me where we could do things in a less expensive manner--explaining the costs and benefits of the different approaches. For example, in one area he told me it was going to cost a significant amount for him to remediate and that it would ultimately be much cheaper for me to replace a section of wood railing instead of remediating the paint. This was to my benefit and his detriment, so I really appreciated it. His crew remediated 15 historic windows and they fixed some cracked panes of glass without my even asking. Peter was very fair, always in communication, and they completed the work promptly and professionally. I highly recommend."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Thomas J. Remodeling
5.0(
102
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Went really well! Tom cares about delivering 1st class service and quality renovation and pays attention to detail to ensure the job is done right. Would hire again. Thanks again to Tom and his team."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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AMAZING PAINTING COMPANY
5.0(
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Sal and his crew from Amazing Painting did a great job painting the exterior of my house. Sal and crew are very friendly and professional keeping the work area very clean and organized. I am truly impressed by the work they did and would highly recommend."
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Cechinel Siding & Windows
5.0(
33
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Bruno and team did a great job. I am very satisfied wit the work done. Fixing the wood rot, painting, wood work very professionally done by Romi. Replaced 5 windows, Bruno took care of very minute work also with care. Completed the work ahead of the committed date."
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FAQs for exterior home or structure paint or stain projects in Boston, 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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