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Avatar for Hutchinson Custom Painting
Hutchinson Custom Painting
4.8(
139
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Hutchinson Custom Painting took an urgent job for me and turned it around in a few days. The work was high quality and I passed the city inspection, so I can start looking for tenants. This is the second house that Hutchinson Custom Painting has painted for me and I plan on hiring them again."
Bedroom
Bar
Foyer
Master bed room
Living/Dining Room

+36

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%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+4 more

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have been waiting for a contractor for three months that was going to replace a closet door. I saw an ad for Angi in my email so I checked it out. Within 1 day I was contacted and the owner of D. Fuentes Painting showed up and gave me a reasonable quote to install and paint the door. Within 2 days I had the door installed and painted by a professional crew. I am very happy with the results and would highly recommend Mr. Jose Yanes company, D. Fuentes Painting. Top notch company!!"
Residential Paint
Kitchen 2
Kitchen 1
Living room/Dining
Hall Bath

+5

Response time2 days
50 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Emerald Painting & Carpentry, LLC
5.0(
8
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+7 more

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I highly recommend Emerald Painting. Roland was incredibly responsive and helpful with suggestions. His crew was professional, efficient, and skilled. We love the finished product - new exterior paint on a brick row house, repaired and painted concrete steps and porch, painted steel rail, and stained wooden deck. I will hire Roland and Emerald Painting for all similar future projects."
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+4

Response rate100%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Mendez Painting Services LLC
4.5(
323
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+7 more

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My experience has been excellent. Mendez Painting Services LLC painted the whole house outside. Replace a lot of wood that had rotted, restore all the ceilings, and paint it. Replace some of the wood in the windows that were broken and paint all the windows"
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+83

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Leal Remodeling-Painting & Handyman Services
4.6(
256
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+6 more

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Arrived as promised. Built the flooring, using old flooring as model.
Sanded, repaired and painted exterior side of wooden door and frame that was badly damaged from years of exposure to weather. .
Mr. Leal and his crew were pleasant, professional, industrious. Mr. Leal is a perfectionist and worked until the flooring was perfect; the door was beautifully restored and should now be protected from weather for years to come.
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Response time2 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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D. Fuentes Painting
4.5(
121
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+4 more

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Edward and his team did a fantastic job staining our new hybrid deck and painting the front porch! They worked meticulously to tape around all the composite wood before staining the deck. It was a significant amount of work at a very reasonable price. Edward also returned to the house to touch up a few spots after the team was finished. Lastly, he was very flexible with the timing of the project, as we had to push the start date back a bit when something came up. Weâ d highly recommend D. Fuentes Painting for any painting or staining project!"
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Painting questions, answered by experts

Choose based on climate, finish preference (glossy, matte), and durability. Tailored coatings also provide longevity.

Preparation includes cleaning the fence, sanding any rough areas, applying a primer if necessary, and ensuring dry weather for application.

Regular cleaning, touch-ups for small defects, and resealing or repainting every 2-3 years help to maintain a vibrant appearance and protection.

Manufacturers use a different process and formula for exterior paint versus interior. The exterior formula has to withstand elements like temperature, UV lighting, moisture, wind, and debris. Interior paint doesn’t need to be as tough, only exposed to dust, scratches, dents, scuff marks, and the like.

DIY is possible with proper tools and knowledge, but professionals can ensure even application and high-quality results, saving time and hassle.

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