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Last update on July 01, 2025
Exterior painters in Des Plaines
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
We are an owner-operated business specializing in the following interior and exterior work: -Commercial and residential painting -Drywalling and taping -Total bathroom and basement remodeling We've been in business 30+ years and take pride in our work, using quality products and equipment. We always leave the job site clean and ready for the owner to enjoy. White Ladder Decorating, Inc. is fully licensed and insured.
"Wally did an excellent job. We had a water damaged wall in one bedroom -- he removed the damaged wall, installed drywall and a new window frame, and painted the walls the ceiling. It looks beautiful! He removed all of the debris and everything was spotless when he was finished -- you would never know work had been done -- and it only took 3 days! He gave me an excellent price and I couldn't be happier with the whole experience. I highly recommend White Ladder Decorating."
Nancy V on October 2021
We are an owner-operated business specializing in the following interior and exterior work: -Commercial and residential painting -Drywalling and taping -Total bathroom and basement remodeling We've been in business 30+ years and take pride in our work, using quality products and equipment. We always leave the job site clean and ready for the owner to enjoy. White Ladder Decorating, Inc. is fully licensed and insured.
"Wally did an excellent job. We had a water damaged wall in one bedroom -- he removed the damaged wall, installed drywall and a new window frame, and painted the walls the ceiling. It looks beautiful! He removed all of the debris and everything was spotless when he was finished -- you would never know work had been done -- and it only took 3 days! He gave me an excellent price and I couldn't be happier with the whole experience. I highly recommend White Ladder Decorating."
Nancy V on October 2021
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in painting services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"BMB Painting was Fantastic. As per their proposal and our conversations, all the outside work was done impeccably and done at very reasonable rates. All the work was done in the time suggested and they prepped all work areas and cleaned up very well. We will be hiring them again for some inside painting in the future as well. I would highly recommend using BMB Painting!"
Arlene B on May 2025
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in painting services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"BMB Painting was Fantastic. As per their proposal and our conversations, all the outside work was done impeccably and done at very reasonable rates. All the work was done in the time suggested and they prepped all work areas and cleaned up very well. We will be hiring them again for some inside painting in the future as well. I would highly recommend using BMB Painting!"
Arlene B on May 2025
Looking to transform your home's exterior? Look no further than MQ Painting. With free estimates, full insurance coverage, and references available upon request, we are the trusted choice for all your painting needs in Chicago. Contact us today!
"It went excellent and great. Jose and his crew were excellent and did a very good job."
Robert E on August 2024
Looking to transform your home's exterior? Look no further than MQ Painting. With free estimates, full insurance coverage, and references available upon request, we are the trusted choice for all your painting needs in Chicago. Contact us today!
"It went excellent and great. Jose and his crew were excellent and did a very good job."
Robert E on August 2024
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
HPO Painting has been proudly offering design, decoration and painting services in Palatine and the entire northwest suburban area for 25 years. Our priority is the satisfaction of our clients, so we always take the time to ensure you are satisfied with the design of your space before starting any work. Our skilled and qualified painters and designers have years of experience in all types of interior and exterior painting projects in Palatine. They will be working closely with clients to ensure your painting project is successful. When hiring HPO Painting for your Palatine area painting needs, we ensure that you do not have to worry about lifting a finger. We will personally empty the spaces to be painted with the utmost care and do all of the heavy lifting for you. You can rest assured that your floors and carpets will be well protected and that our professional painters will work diligently to ensure the quality of their work. If you have a painting or redecorating project in mind, do not hesitate to give us a call today. We will find a design that works for you and for your environment regardless of your budget or timeline, and we guarantee that you will be more than happy with your new, clean and refreshed home or office in the Palatine area. Coupons are available through Angie's List magazine.
"Very satisfied. Great Attention to detail. Quality of work excellent. Respectful of property. Competitive rates. Work completed in a timely manner."
Jackie B on June 2025
HPO Painting has been proudly offering design, decoration and painting services in Palatine and the entire northwest suburban area for 25 years. Our priority is the satisfaction of our clients, so we always take the time to ensure you are satisfied with the design of your space before starting any work. Our skilled and qualified painters and designers have years of experience in all types of interior and exterior painting projects in Palatine. They will be working closely with clients to ensure your painting project is successful. When hiring HPO Painting for your Palatine area painting needs, we ensure that you do not have to worry about lifting a finger. We will personally empty the spaces to be painted with the utmost care and do all of the heavy lifting for you. You can rest assured that your floors and carpets will be well protected and that our professional painters will work diligently to ensure the quality of their work. If you have a painting or redecorating project in mind, do not hesitate to give us a call today. We will find a design that works for you and for your environment regardless of your budget or timeline, and we guarantee that you will be more than happy with your new, clean and refreshed home or office in the Palatine area. Coupons are available through Angie's List magazine.
"Very satisfied. Great Attention to detail. Quality of work excellent. Respectful of property. Competitive rates. Work completed in a timely manner."
Jackie B on June 2025
My company specializes in interior and exterior painting in all kinds of finishing. My goal is doing the job as well as possible, so that the customer is 100% satisfied that is my commitment. I have over 6 years of personal experience in the Painting industry. When you hire us, you're hiring a team of professionals who are trained and skilled to deliver lasting value to your home. R&D Painting LLC always offers free estimates and we would love to look at how we can bring life back to your home. Please call us or click for an estimate today! We look forward to speaking to you
"They have worked at our home for over five years. They are the best- they do a great job, always show up, are good communicators, and always clean up. Would highly suggest."
Lindsey b on June 2025
My company specializes in interior and exterior painting in all kinds of finishing. My goal is doing the job as well as possible, so that the customer is 100% satisfied that is my commitment. I have over 6 years of personal experience in the Painting industry. When you hire us, you're hiring a team of professionals who are trained and skilled to deliver lasting value to your home. R&D Painting LLC always offers free estimates and we would love to look at how we can bring life back to your home. Please call us or click for an estimate today! We look forward to speaking to you
"They have worked at our home for over five years. They are the best- they do a great job, always show up, are good communicators, and always clean up. Would highly suggest."
Lindsey b on June 2025
We specialize in drywall and painting work. We take pride in the work we do and we will treat your home as we would our own. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"Eddie and the team were professional and efficient!! They did an extraordinary job! I will definitely recommend this team for any painting needed! You will not be disappointed!!"
Cynthia M on June 2025
We specialize in drywall and painting work. We take pride in the work we do and we will treat your home as we would our own. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"Eddie and the team were professional and efficient!! They did an extraordinary job! I will definitely recommend this team for any painting needed! You will not be disappointed!!"
Cynthia M 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
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
MKD Drywall & Painting is a fully insured company that provides excellent quality work for your drywall and painting needs. Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today! ***for this month get 10% off on the total amount of your project***
"I had a drywall disaster one Saturday night. I thought the drywall on the affected wall would need to be replaced. As a matter of fact I was told that much by a very knowledgeable person. So I went to angie’s list with the intention to find a drywall installer. MKD was one of the providers i selected. I did that at about 8 pm on that Saturday night. I then turned on my TV to watch a movie not expecting anything till at least Monday morning. In about 3 minutes I got contacted by MKD and after discussing my options, I was happy to learn that all was not lost and that they could do a miracle saving me from installing new drywall - a 2k endeavor. And guess what, they could do it Sunday morning! Wow. Mario showed up exactly on time. He was very patient and friendly throughout the whole proce . He worked for about 7 hours and did an AMAZING job. I also asked him to touch an area in the kitchen that had bothered me and my wife for months. He took care of that too. We were a very happy family that night indeed. Thank you, Mario!! I’m going to use MKD for all my painting and deywall needs!"
Sergei G on January 2025
MKD Drywall & Painting is a fully insured company that provides excellent quality work for your drywall and painting needs. Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today! ***for this month get 10% off on the total amount of your project***
"I had a drywall disaster one Saturday night. I thought the drywall on the affected wall would need to be replaced. As a matter of fact I was told that much by a very knowledgeable person. So I went to angie’s list with the intention to find a drywall installer. MKD was one of the providers i selected. I did that at about 8 pm on that Saturday night. I then turned on my TV to watch a movie not expecting anything till at least Monday morning. In about 3 minutes I got contacted by MKD and after discussing my options, I was happy to learn that all was not lost and that they could do a miracle saving me from installing new drywall - a 2k endeavor. And guess what, they could do it Sunday morning! Wow. Mario showed up exactly on time. He was very patient and friendly throughout the whole proce . He worked for about 7 hours and did an AMAZING job. I also asked him to touch an area in the kitchen that had bothered me and my wife for months. He took care of that too. We were a very happy family that night indeed. Thank you, Mario!! I’m going to use MKD for all my painting and deywall needs!"
Sergei G on January 2025
FAQs for exterior painting projects in Des Plaines, 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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