Best Painting Near Me — 2026 Guide & Top Pros Across 220 U.S. Cities
Painting is the category where the prep matters more than the paint, and the cheapest quote almost always means the painter skipped the prep. The 220 U.S. cities with painters on Recommended.app include solo operators who do one job at a time and larger crews that move through 3–5 homes a week. Interior whole-home repaints run roughly $2,500 to $8,500 for an average 2,000-square-foot home; exterior repaints run $4,000 to $12,000 with weather window constraints in most climates. The tier-two questions that actually move price: how many coats, what paint grade (contractor-grade flat at $25/gallon vs Sherwin-Williams Emerald at $90+/gallon makes a multi-year durability difference), and how much surface prep is included. Cabinet refinishing has become its own micro-category: a kitchen refinish runs $2,500 to $6,500 vs $12,000+ for full replacement, but only when the cabinet boxes are in good shape and the painter uses cabinet-specific products (not wall paint). Always ask whether they''re using a paint sprayer or brush-and-roll for the work — sprayers are faster on exteriors but require more masking on interiors and overspray is the most common complaint.
Top Painting Pros
Paint Track Painting Services
Scarsdale, NY
3 reviews
Legends Construction LLC
Sterling Heights, MI
3 reviews
Integrity Painting
Murrieta, CA
3 reviews
True Colors Painting
McAllen, TX
3 reviews
A1 Painting Solutions
McAllen, TX
3 reviews
BCI Painting
Athens, GA
3 reviews
Paco's Painting, LLC
Athens, GA
3 reviews
Niche Painting Co.
Dayton, OH
3 reviews
Lake Brother's Painting, LLC
Dayton, OH
3 reviews
Lakeland Painting Company
Lakeland, FL
3 reviews
Champion Home Painters
Lakeland, FL
3 reviews
Crown Home Services
Lakeland, FL
3 reviews
Kevin Turner Painting
Independence, MO
3 reviews
409 Group Construction Services
Beaumont, TX
3 reviews
AF Paint & Power Washing
Brownsville, TX
3 reviews
Elite Custom Painting and Remodeling
Alexandria, VA
3 reviews
Provo Painters
Provo, UT
3 reviews
Full Color Painting
Gainesville, FL
3 reviews
CorsPaint
Gainesville, FL
3 reviews
Rustin Painting
Gainesville, FL
3 reviews
Pro 1 Painting, Inc.
Fresno, CA
3 reviews
Estes Painting Company of Birmingham
Birmingham, AL
3 reviews
Prairie Rose Painting & Roofing
Fargo, ND
3 reviews
Paintopia Painting Company
West Valley City, UT
3 reviews
Spray AZ LLC
Surprise, AZ
3 reviews
Sterling Painting & Coatings
Shreveport, LA
3 reviews
HG De Leon Painting Inc
Modesto, CA
3 reviews
Evergreen Painting Co.
Eugene, OR
3 reviews
3 Point Painting LLC
Sioux Falls, SD
3 reviews
Home Improvement Painting
Huntsville, AL
3 reviews
E & E Painting Inc
San Bernardino, CA
3 reviews
Incredible Painters
San Bernardino, CA
3 reviews
Independent Painting & Home Services LLC
Newark, NJ
3 reviews
Dupage House Painters
Naperville, IL
3 reviews
Dino & Sons Painting Inc.
Scarsdale, NY
2 reviews
Plata Painting Co.
Roseville, CA
2 reviews
Find Painting Pros by City
- Painting in New York, NY(40 pros)
- Painting in Dallas, TX(30 pros)
- Painting in Chicago, IL(25 pros)
- Painting in Houston, TX(16 pros)
- Painting in Miami, FL(16 pros)
- Painting in Henderson, NV(16 pros)
- Painting in Austin, TX(15 pros)
- Painting in Los Angeles, CA(15 pros)
- Painting in Seattle, WA(15 pros)
- Painting in Atlanta, GA(14 pros)
- Painting in Boston, MA(13 pros)
- Painting in San Francisco, CA(13 pros)
- Painting in San Diego, CA(12 pros)
- Painting in Orlando, FL(11 pros)
- Painting in Las Vegas, NV(10 pros)
- Painting in Minneapolis, MN(10 pros)
- Painting in Charlotte, NC(10 pros)
- Painting in Denver, CO(10 pros)
- Painting in Nashville, TN(10 pros)
- Painting in Phoenix, AZ(9 pros)
What to Look For
Insist on written prep scope: how many coats, what prep (sanding, patching, caulking, primer), and what paint product by name and grade. Compare quotes line-by-line — the cheapest quote skips prep 80% of the time. Confirm GL insurance and ask about overspray protection for nearby surfaces. For exterior, check the weather window in the contract (most products need 50°F+ overnight and no rain for 24 hours). Get a written warranty: 2 years on workmanship is the floor.
Average Cost
$1,800 – $8,500
per project
Pricing varies by city, scope, and provider. See city-specific cost guides below.
City cost guides:
Painting Cost in Nashville, TN— avg $4,200 per projectFrequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to paint a house in 2026?
Interior whole-house: $2,500–$8,500 for 2,000 sq ft, depending on ceiling height, wall condition, and paint grade. Exterior: $4,000–$12,000, with stucco and wood costing more than aluminum or vinyl siding. Single-room repaints: $400–$1,200. Cabinet refinishing: $2,500–$6,500 for a kitchen.
How many coats of paint do I need?
Two coats is the standard for repaints in the same color family. Three coats for color changes (especially dark over light), red, or any high-pigment color. Primer plus two coats for new drywall, bare wood, or any surface that''s never been painted. Anyone quoting one coat is cutting corners that show within a year.
What''s the difference between $25 and $90 paint?
Resin content and pigment quality. Premium paints (Sherwin-Williams Emerald, Benjamin Moore Aura, Behr Marquee) cover better, level smoother, and hold up 8–12 years vs 3–5 for contractor-grade. For exterior or high-traffic interior, the upgrade pays for itself in delayed repainting.
Should I paint before selling my house?
Yes — a fresh interior repaint in neutral colors typically returns 1.5–2x its cost in sale price and significantly speeds time-on-market. Stick to whites, off-whites, and warm grays for resale. Skip exterior repaint unless the current paint is visibly degraded; buyers don''t pay for it the same way.
How long does paint take to cure?
Dry to touch in 1–4 hours, recoatable in 4–6 hours, but full cure (hardness, washability) is 21–30 days. Avoid scrubbing or hanging artwork on freshly painted walls for at least 2 weeks.