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Pena Painters
1524 N Campbell Ave
5.00(
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Approved Pro
Pena Painters
1524 N Campbell Ave
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
639 local quotes requested

Painting business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"We are very happy with their work. Guillermo was our contact, excellent customer service and punctual. Flexibility to accommodate our schedule. We highly recommend Guillermo and his crew to tackle any painting job! We had our entire apartment painted and when they left all was perfect. Excellent price as well."

Gloria P on May 2025

Painting business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"We are very happy with their work. Guillermo was our contact, excellent customer service and punctual. Flexibility to accommodate our schedule. We highly recommend Guillermo and his crew to tackle any painting job! We had our entire apartment painted and when they left all was perfect. Excellent price as well."

Gloria P on May 2025


Avatar for Lookswell Painting and Handyman Services
Lookswell Painting and Handyman Services
1951 W Cortland
4.81(
361
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Approved Pro
Lookswell Painting and Handyman Services
1951 W Cortland
4.81(
361
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
76 local quotes requested

Lookswell Painting has been serving clients as a family owned business since 1963. We are a full service painting contractor specializing in residential painting and decorating, commercial and industrial painting, and cabinet refinishing and restoration. Request a quote, or email us at [email protected] for immediate service. We are a licensed contractor with over 50 years of experience. We understand that quality goes a long way in making your surroundings look fresh and up to date. We use the finest materials when we work on any project resulting in high quality and lasting results.

"The Lookswell team, especially Jim, Omar & Cindy, were exceptionally professional & dedicated to the task. The final work looks great, appreciated the level of experience that allowed them to deal with our old house."

Charles F on January 2021

Lookswell Painting has been serving clients as a family owned business since 1963. We are a full service painting contractor specializing in residential painting and decorating, commercial and industrial painting, and cabinet refinishing and restoration. Request a quote, or email us at [email protected] for immediate service. We are a licensed contractor with over 50 years of experience. We understand that quality goes a long way in making your surroundings look fresh and up to date. We use the finest materials when we work on any project resulting in high quality and lasting results.

"The Lookswell team, especially Jim, Omar & Cindy, were exceptionally professional & dedicated to the task. The final work looks great, appreciated the level of experience that allowed them to deal with our old house."

Charles F on January 2021


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RED SKY PAINTING
350 S Northwest Hwy
4.72(
46
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RED SKY PAINTING
350 S Northwest Hwy
4.72(
46
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
26 local quotes requested
33 years of experience

Red Sky Painting is a full service owner-operated Company specializing in residential and commercial interior and exterior painting. We also specialize in Power-Washing decks, porches, & fences, as well as waterproofing/sealing/staining. Also, Metal porches with staircase, metal fences, metal balconies, and more....

"Refinish outdoor deck"

John Z on August 2020

Red Sky Painting is a full service owner-operated Company specializing in residential and commercial interior and exterior painting. We also specialize in Power-Washing decks, porches, & fences, as well as waterproofing/sealing/staining. Also, Metal porches with staircase, metal fences, metal balconies, and more....

"Refinish outdoor deck"

John Z on August 2020


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CHICAGO PAINTERS INC
6263 N McCormick Blvd #169
4.87(
86
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CHICAGO PAINTERS INC
6263 N McCormick Blvd #169
4.87(
86
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
182 local quotes requested

Chicago Painters is an ANGI Super Service Award winner. If you'd like to contact us for an estimate please go to www.chicago-painters.com or call 773-789-8179. Chicago Painters Inc, your Chicago Painting Contractor, is an award-winning painting company that has been serving the Chicago area since 2001. As a small company owned and operated by a former United States Marine, our clients can expect excellent work ethic and values from us. We provide services in interior painting, exterior painting, drywall repairs, wallpaper removal, paint stripping, deck sealing, power washing and concrete floor epoxy.

"Chicago Painters Inc. made the entire process seem seamless - from scheduling the estimate, completing the project forms, to the actual painting day. They completed two painting projects for me and couldn't be more impressed! Everything was handled with efficiency and professionalism. Their service was absolutely top-notch. Ricardo, my assigned painter, was truly outstanding. Ricardo arrived punctually and maintained a professional demeanor throughout, and was incredibly courteous. His attention to detail and craftsmanship were evident in the final result - simply marvelous work! If you're looking for quality painting services in Chicago, I can't recommend Chicago Painters Inc. enough. Ricardo, Jim, Cheryl, Maureen and the entire team delivered an exceptional experience and beautiful results that exceeded my expectations!"

Marcketa P on April 2025

Chicago Painters is an ANGI Super Service Award winner. If you'd like to contact us for an estimate please go to www.chicago-painters.com or call 773-789-8179. Chicago Painters Inc, your Chicago Painting Contractor, is an award-winning painting company that has been serving the Chicago area since 2001. As a small company owned and operated by a former United States Marine, our clients can expect excellent work ethic and values from us. We provide services in interior painting, exterior painting, drywall repairs, wallpaper removal, paint stripping, deck sealing, power washing and concrete floor epoxy.

"Chicago Painters Inc. made the entire process seem seamless - from scheduling the estimate, completing the project forms, to the actual painting day. They completed two painting projects for me and couldn't be more impressed! Everything was handled with efficiency and professionalism. Their service was absolutely top-notch. Ricardo, my assigned painter, was truly outstanding. Ricardo arrived punctually and maintained a professional demeanor throughout, and was incredibly courteous. His attention to detail and craftsmanship were evident in the final result - simply marvelous work! If you're looking for quality painting services in Chicago, I can't recommend Chicago Painters Inc. enough. Ricardo, Jim, Cheryl, Maureen and the entire team delivered an exceptional experience and beautiful results that exceeded my expectations!"

Marcketa P on April 2025


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Fortune Restoration
6619 N Lincoln Ave
4.56(
392
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Approved Pro
Fortune Restoration
6619 N Lincoln Ave
4.56(
392
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
199 local quotes requested
46 years of experience

Fortune Restoration is a full service painting, tuckpointing, and restoration company that serves residential homeowners from Hyde Park to Lincoln Park to Oak Park and River Forest, and the entire North Shore and Western Suburbs. Commercial, industrial and institutional projects are also taken on throughout the Chicagoland area. Additional email - [email protected] Additional contact name - Mr. Bob Fortune, Mr. Tom Fortune.

"Well, my house looks great. What comes to mind is .. artists and artisans. They are attentive, flexible, and worth every penny. The sales rep, Bernie Halloran, and their customer service is, really, par excellence. You are indeed lucky if you choose them for your house restoration."

Mary M on June 2025

Fortune Restoration is a full service painting, tuckpointing, and restoration company that serves residential homeowners from Hyde Park to Lincoln Park to Oak Park and River Forest, and the entire North Shore and Western Suburbs. Commercial, industrial and institutional projects are also taken on throughout the Chicagoland area. Additional email - [email protected] Additional contact name - Mr. Bob Fortune, Mr. Tom Fortune.

"Well, my house looks great. What comes to mind is .. artists and artisans. They are attentive, flexible, and worth every penny. The sales rep, Bernie Halloran, and their customer service is, really, par excellence. You are indeed lucky if you choose them for your house restoration."

Mary M on June 2025


Avatar for Castino Painting, Stucco, Restoration
Castino Painting, Stucco, Restoration
2820 Old Willow Rd
4.58(
358
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Castino Painting, Stucco, Restoration
2820 Old Willow Rd
4.58(
358
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
236 local quotes requested
51 years of experience

Founded in 1974, Castino Restoration is your local neighborhood business that provides water/flood damage clean up & restoration, mold remediation, carpet, rug & upholstery cleaning, interior / exterior painting, stucco, carpentry, handyman, floor installation & refinishing, gutter cleaning & roof snow removal. We pride ourselves in being skilled, ethical, friendly & fast. And we always clean up everyday before we leave. Give us a call, try us out!

"Contacted them to by phone on 7/16/21 at about 9:30 am was told the estimators were busy but was asked to send an email of photo's I had of the problem as well as my contact info and estimator would be in touch. I sent email and received a reply from Billing Mgr at 10:02 am. That is the last I heard from them. Ended up getting work done by another company that actually replied back to me (that same day). With all of the other glowing reviews of this company on Angles list, I'm surprised."

Andrea A on July 2021

Founded in 1974, Castino Restoration is your local neighborhood business that provides water/flood damage clean up & restoration, mold remediation, carpet, rug & upholstery cleaning, interior / exterior painting, stucco, carpentry, handyman, floor installation & refinishing, gutter cleaning & roof snow removal. We pride ourselves in being skilled, ethical, friendly & fast. And we always clean up everyday before we leave. Give us a call, try us out!

"Contacted them to by phone on 7/16/21 at about 9:30 am was told the estimators were busy but was asked to send an email of photo's I had of the problem as well as my contact info and estimator would be in touch. I sent email and received a reply from Billing Mgr at 10:02 am. That is the last I heard from them. Ended up getting work done by another company that actually replied back to me (that same day). With all of the other glowing reviews of this company on Angles list, I'm surprised."

Andrea A on July 2021


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Z & Z Painting and Restoration Inc
48 Lambert Dr
4.75(
221
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Approved Pro
Z & Z Painting and Restoration Inc
48 Lambert Dr
4.75(
221
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
65 local quotes requested

We are a full service family owned and operated painting company serving North Shore, Chicago and Suburbs for over 10 years. We meet all your Residential, Commercial painting needs. Please visit us at https://www.zandzpainting.com for any inquiries. A good paint job is a smart investment in your property. Not only improving the aesthetics, but also protecting the structural integrity of your home. We have the resources, qualifications and experience necessary to finish each project in a professional and timely manner. Our company strives for excellence every time we paint. We believe it is important that you know we are properly bonded and insured to protect you and your property. We are a highly motivated group looking forward to working with you on your upcoming projects. Please visit us at https://www.zandzpainting.com for more information.

"Alex and his team did an unbelievable job on our kitchen. Repainting and refacing worn black cabinets with frosted glass and outdated hardware, Alex’s team painted our cabinets white, replaced panels and switched out hardware. The result is stunning! It’s hard to believe we were even considering replacing the cabinets. Additionally Alex was a complete joy to work with. He is kind, fastidious and has a shrewd eye for detail. We are thrilled with our new kitchen!"

Deborah R on May 2025

We are a full service family owned and operated painting company serving North Shore, Chicago and Suburbs for over 10 years. We meet all your Residential, Commercial painting needs. Please visit us at https://www.zandzpainting.com for any inquiries. A good paint job is a smart investment in your property. Not only improving the aesthetics, but also protecting the structural integrity of your home. We have the resources, qualifications and experience necessary to finish each project in a professional and timely manner. Our company strives for excellence every time we paint. We believe it is important that you know we are properly bonded and insured to protect you and your property. We are a highly motivated group looking forward to working with you on your upcoming projects. Please visit us at https://www.zandzpainting.com for more information.

"Alex and his team did an unbelievable job on our kitchen. Repainting and refacing worn black cabinets with frosted glass and outdated hardware, Alex’s team painted our cabinets white, replaced panels and switched out hardware. The result is stunning! It’s hard to believe we were even considering replacing the cabinets. Additionally Alex was a complete joy to work with. He is kind, fastidious and has a shrewd eye for detail. We are thrilled with our new kitchen!"

Deborah R on May 2025


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Casey Black Painting
1034 N Milwaukee Ave
5.00(
135
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Approved Pro
Casey Black Painting
1034 N Milwaukee Ave
5.00(
135
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 local quotes requested

Casey Black Painting specializes in interior painting, light carpentry, drywall work, and deck maintenance for the Chicagoland area and most of the surrounding suburbs. We have exacting standards and an attention to detail that comes with over 40 years of painting experience. We are clean, punctual, and very trustworthy. We are fully insured and offer free estimates. We have an extensive reference list that is available upon request.

"I hired Casey and his team to paint my entire condo, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. Their professionalism, communication, and attention to detail were outstanding from start to finish. I had my colors picked, but Casey helped refine finishes and suggested ways to simplify color use across rooms. He came out for a free quote within a few days, provided insurance info, and came back later to paint samples on the walls so I could feel confident in my choices. I wasn’t living there yet and chose not to be there so I could be surprised, but Casey sent daily updates. They finished exactly on time, stayed within budget, and even swapped out outlet covers for me. The quality was amazing! Clean lines, smooth finishes, and not a drip anywhere. They actually left the place cleaner than they found it. Casey even matched caulk to different tile and fixed a ton of imperfections in the walls and crown molding. I’d absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for great painters."

Sage S on June 2025

Casey Black Painting specializes in interior painting, light carpentry, drywall work, and deck maintenance for the Chicagoland area and most of the surrounding suburbs. We have exacting standards and an attention to detail that comes with over 40 years of painting experience. We are clean, punctual, and very trustworthy. We are fully insured and offer free estimates. We have an extensive reference list that is available upon request.

"I hired Casey and his team to paint my entire condo, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. Their professionalism, communication, and attention to detail were outstanding from start to finish. I had my colors picked, but Casey helped refine finishes and suggested ways to simplify color use across rooms. He came out for a free quote within a few days, provided insurance info, and came back later to paint samples on the walls so I could feel confident in my choices. I wasn’t living there yet and chose not to be there so I could be surprised, but Casey sent daily updates. They finished exactly on time, stayed within budget, and even swapped out outlet covers for me. The quality was amazing! Clean lines, smooth finishes, and not a drip anywhere. They actually left the place cleaner than they found it. Casey even matched caulk to different tile and fixed a ton of imperfections in the walls and crown molding. I’d absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for great painters."

Sage S on June 2025


Avatar for FOREST PARK STUCCO, INC
FOREST PARK STUCCO, INC
541 MARENGO AVE
4.88(
49
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Approved Pro
FOREST PARK STUCCO, INC
541 MARENGO AVE
4.88(
49
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 local quotes requested

Creators of your community's most striking stucco homes! Let the experienced craftsmen of Forest Park Stucco help preserve your home's beauty. We want our customers to be completely comfortable when they put their confidence in us. That's why we offer a full five year guarantee. A guarantee is only as good as the company that offers it. So you should know we are a family owned, born and raised in the same suburbs that we work and live in. We are members of the Forest Park Chamber of Commerce, Forest Park Kiwanis, Better Business Bureau, and the Forest Park Moose *EPA Certified Company

"The company did excellent work. The owner was particularly responsive and swift at all stages, from initial meeting and proposal through to the finish, and was receptive to all questions. Prior to the work, the house had mismatch stucco patterns and needed cracks and corners repaired. This provider attended to all those details, including things we hadn't noticed. The house looks terrific now! I cannot recommend this company enough - Very high satisfaction!"

Anna M on November 2020

Creators of your community's most striking stucco homes! Let the experienced craftsmen of Forest Park Stucco help preserve your home's beauty. We want our customers to be completely comfortable when they put their confidence in us. That's why we offer a full five year guarantee. A guarantee is only as good as the company that offers it. So you should know we are a family owned, born and raised in the same suburbs that we work and live in. We are members of the Forest Park Chamber of Commerce, Forest Park Kiwanis, Better Business Bureau, and the Forest Park Moose *EPA Certified Company

"The company did excellent work. The owner was particularly responsive and swift at all stages, from initial meeting and proposal through to the finish, and was receptive to all questions. Prior to the work, the house had mismatch stucco patterns and needed cracks and corners repaired. This provider attended to all those details, including things we hadn't noticed. The house looks terrific now! I cannot recommend this company enough - Very high satisfaction!"

Anna M on November 2020


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Touchstone Painting Co
17691 W Windslow Dr
4.96(
288
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Approved Pro
Touchstone Painting Co
17691 W Windslow Dr
4.96(
288
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
33 local quotes requested

Super Service Award winning company 15 years in a row!! Touchstone is a painting and remodeling company for the home owner who really cares about his/her home and expects the job to be done right and done well the first time. We believe the difference between a mediocre job and a great job is found in the details, and therefore we are picky in our work, taking pride in what we do. All our hired help are highly skilled and very experienced only; no amateurs here. Our clients even say that we’re fun to have around! We are straight forward, honest, and easy to work with. Our motto: "We love our work. You will, too."

"I've used this company many times, not only for painting, but for handyman jobs. Jonathan and his crew have proven to be efficient, knowledgeable, and just good people! I have referred him to several neighbors, who have been very pleased with their work. Most recently, I decided to change a small room into my craft room and Jonathan was able to paint the room in a short time. I have never been disappointed with the work of Touchstone!"

Torbeck T on January 2025

Super Service Award winning company 15 years in a row!! Touchstone is a painting and remodeling company for the home owner who really cares about his/her home and expects the job to be done right and done well the first time. We believe the difference between a mediocre job and a great job is found in the details, and therefore we are picky in our work, taking pride in what we do. All our hired help are highly skilled and very experienced only; no amateurs here. Our clients even say that we’re fun to have around! We are straight forward, honest, and easy to work with. Our motto: "We love our work. You will, too."

"I've used this company many times, not only for painting, but for handyman jobs. Jonathan and his crew have proven to be efficient, knowledgeable, and just good people! I have referred him to several neighbors, who have been very pleased with their work. Most recently, I decided to change a small room into my craft room and Jonathan was able to paint the room in a short time. I have never been disappointed with the work of Touchstone!"

Torbeck T on January 2025

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FAQs for exterior painting projects in Chicago, IL

You should paint your home exterior every five to 10 years, on average. Climate and surroundings can affect how well paint holds up. Wood siding will likely need a fresh coat of paint every three to seven years. Paint on brick tends to last about eight to 17 years, on average.

Calculate the square footage of the area you want to paint. Divide the square footage by 350 (the average square footage a gallon of paint covers). Multiply the number of gallons you need by two, as you’ll likely be applying two coats of paint. For a more accurate estimate, subtract the square footage of the windows and doors from the initial square footage total. It’s a good idea to plan for an extra gallon of paint to make sure you have enough to finish the job.

To calculate the square footage of a home exterior, painters multiply the length of the wall by the height of the wall to be painted. Then they add the total square footage for all of the walls to be painted. To calculate the price, they multiply the total square footage by their cost per square foot to prep and paint. Additional costs may factor in such as repairs, additional trim, and walls higher than the first story.

The cost to paint the exterior of a house ranges from $1,900 to $4,500 or about $1.50 to $4 per square foot, depending on the size, height, and complexity of the home layout. Other cost factors include your location, the type of siding (e.g., wood, aluminum, brick, stucco, etc.), and the kind of paint (e.g. oil-based, latex, acrylic, etc.). Painting the trim a different color or painting intricately designed trim can also increase the cost.

You should apply at least two coats of paint when painting the exterior of your house. Two coats of paint provides better durability and more even coverage than just one coat.

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