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Avatar for Merrifield Paint and Design
Merrifield Paint and Design
4.8(
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+2 more

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jeff and his team are meticulous, courteous, and great at what they do. I use them frequently for client projects and always get rave reviews from my clients about their work and professionalism. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for solid interior or exterior painting work. Susan Sutter Susan Sutter Interiors"
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+8

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Wilbers Painting
4.8(
404
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+3 more

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed the front of my townhouse painted, to include (6) shutters, a bay window above the garage door, the front door behind the storm door to include all caulking around the trim. While on the ANGI app, I requested a pro for a estimate and was promptly contacted by WILBER’s PAINTING, L.L.C. Wilber suggested a estimate date that met both of our needs and was “on-time” on the agreed date. The work was scheduled and the job was started within 5 days. The day before the scheduled start date, a two man crew arrived and power washed the front of the house. On the next morning, Wilber along with his skilled crew arrived promptly and completed the job within 8 hours. Wilber, met with his crew to verify all aspects of the job and to insure no miscommunications. All debris and, or trash was picked up when painting was completed and his workers went the extra step to include blowing off the area around the porch and driveway. I highly recommend Wilber’s Painting L.L.C. And will not hesitate to use him in the future for any and all interior/exterior painting jobs. A big shoutout to ANGI for all the help finding and recommending this company!! Buddy Walker Bealeton, Va."
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+166

Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Houser Con.
4.7(
95
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+4 more

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"(1) They are ALWAYS affordable (2) They are ALWAYS professional (3) They are ALWAYS thorough (4) They ALWAYS clean up after themselves (5) We've used them for over 5 years to replace ceiling tiles, apply drywall, and take care of all our interior painting needs."
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+191

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Mendez Painting Services LLC
4.5(
323
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+4 more

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have hired Mr. Mendez for five different interior paint projects, including kitchen cabinets, house interior, and condo interior to ready for renting and selling. He is amazing! Very trustworthy, great attention to detail, and very reasonable pricing. I would hire him again and again (and I have!) and recommend him highly for all your painting needs!"
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+83

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Emerald Painting & Carpentry, LLC
5.0(
8
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+4 more

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Roland was responsive and easy to communicate with for the scheduling and set up. He arrived exactly on time and he and his associate were professional and friendly. The job was completed to my immense satisfaction within the time and budget allotted. I enthusiastically recommend Roland and Emerald Painting. 12/10!!!!"
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Response rate100%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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D. Fuentes Painting
4.6(
107
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small ProjectsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+2 more

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys went above and beyond the work quoted for me. They did a full interior paint job, installed a storm door, and asked them to paint our deck too. Their pricing was very reasonable, and they were super easy to work with. Jose and Edward are true professionals. They were also very concerned that I was 100% satisfied with their work before they were finished. I would hire them again in a heartbeat."
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Living room/Dining
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+5

Response time2 days
60 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Leal Remodeling-Painting & Handyman Services
4.6(
256
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+4 more

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very professional from start to finish of job. Fine attention to detail for every aspect of the painting work. Prepared walls carefully before painting. Edges of painted area very sharp and no paint splatters etc. left areas clean. For curtain rod placement measured height to place and assured fell at correct length to the floor (which was not what the curtain package had specified in inches. Plumber did nice job with replacing toilet parts."
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Response time2 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Balteza Property Services
5.0(
109
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am really thrilled with the interior/exterior painting job done on my home by the professionals of Balteza. Their quality of work is excellent, with real attention to detail. They are courteous, punctual and incredibly knowledgeable when it comes to painting and home improvement. We are so impressed by the work that we plan on having them paint our rental property next. Highly recommended!"
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+605

Response time3 hrs
Response rate96%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Interior Painting FAQs, answered by experts

In many cases, professionals can completely remove certain types of smoke damage from walls and ceilings, but it’s only possible if the damage is minor. For more extensive damage from major fires, you’ll likely need to replace the damaged materials entirely. Some items, like upholstered furniture, are much trickier to clean and might need to be replaced even if the smoke damage is minimal.

Yes, you can paint over old exterior paint, but success depends on the condition of the existing paint and proper surface preparation. If the previous coating is in good shape (not cracked, peeling, or flaky), you can paint over it with less prep work. However, for the most durable and professional-looking results, follow these key preparation steps:

  • Clean the Surface: Thoroughly clean the exterior to remove all dirt, grime, and mildew. A pressure washer can be very effective for this.

  • Scrape and Sand: If the old paint is peeling, cracked, or flaky, you must scrape off all loose paint. After scraping, sand the surface to create a smooth, even base for the new paint. Sanding is especially important for wood siding.

  • Apply Primer: Using a quality exterior primer is highly recommended. It ensures the new paint adheres properly, improves durability, and provides a uniform finish. If you are painting a lighter color over a dark one, a tinted primer will help cover the old color more effectively.

Some brands offer paint-and-primer-in-one products for convenience. Taking the time to prepare the surface properly will not only increase your home's curb appeal but also help protect your siding and extend its life.

Yes, but with caution. A floor grinder is intended to level and polish concrete, so it is a very powerful tool. To remove paint, the floor grinder should be set to 35 square feet per minute or less to minimize the pressure without the use of pocket weights. You might need to go over the surface two times to get any paint that has sunk into the concrete’s pores.

Penetrating sealer seeps into concrete pores to protect it from moisture and staining, cracking, and mold caused by water. This means you cannot remove penetrating sealers like topical sealers. The good news is that penetrating sealant doesn’t have to be removed before resealing, as most topical sealers must. Instead, you’ll want to buy a compatible penetrating sealant (often the same kind already in the concrete) and apply it. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

You don’t necessarily have to remove all the old paint before repainting your deck, but it’s best to remove as much as possible to ensure a smooth and long-lasting finish. Prioritize scraping off loose, peeling, or flaking paint, and sand down rough areas to create a smooth surface for the new paint to bond with.

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