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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
75 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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MQ Painting
2519 W Atlantic Ave
4.85(
85
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Approved Pro
MQ Painting
2519 W Atlantic Ave
4.85(
85
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
27 local quotes requested

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!

"MQ Painting was very professional in every aspect of the work they completed for us. They power washed every surface prior to painting. All surfaces were sanded or scraped as needed. Two coats of stain we applied to all surfaces. The garage doors were stripped, stained and varnished. The deck railings were completely replaced and painted on a very large deck. Originally, Jose thought only a portion of the railing spindles needed to be replaced. As the job proceeded it was apparent that all spindles and railing wood needed to be replaced. The only additional charge was for the materials, not for labor even though every spindle needed to be individually cut from larger pieces of lumber. MQ was the only painting contractor who bid on our paint job who was willing to do all the woodwork repairs needed on the deck. Other contractors said we'd need to have someone repair the deck and then they would paint it. We appreciated working with just one contractor. Their painting and carpentry work was top notch. All workers were neat, punctual and conscientious. All materials and tools were picked up and stored at the end of every work day. I discovered MQ Painting through Angie's List. I highly recommend MQ Painting and would absolutely hire them again."

SUSAN C on October 2018

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!

"MQ Painting was very professional in every aspect of the work they completed for us. They power washed every surface prior to painting. All surfaces were sanded or scraped as needed. Two coats of stain we applied to all surfaces. The garage doors were stripped, stained and varnished. The deck railings were completely replaced and painted on a very large deck. Originally, Jose thought only a portion of the railing spindles needed to be replaced. As the job proceeded it was apparent that all spindles and railing wood needed to be replaced. The only additional charge was for the materials, not for labor even though every spindle needed to be individually cut from larger pieces of lumber. MQ was the only painting contractor who bid on our paint job who was willing to do all the woodwork repairs needed on the deck. Other contractors said we'd need to have someone repair the deck and then they would paint it. We appreciated working with just one contractor. Their painting and carpentry work was top notch. All workers were neat, punctual and conscientious. All materials and tools were picked up and stored at the end of every work day. I discovered MQ Painting through Angie's List. I highly recommend MQ Painting and would absolutely hire them again."

SUSAN C on October 2018


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Mars Painting
3416 Keith Ave, IL 60031
4.90(
20
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Mars Painting
3416 Keith Ave, IL 60031
4.90(
20
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
102 local quotes requested

Mars Painting is a painting contractor / painter serving the Waukegan, IL area since 1992. We specialize in interior and exterior painting services, staining, cabinet painting, and more! We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"A really great experience - our new go-to painter! We got a recommendation for this contractor at our local paint store because we were looking for specific expertise with masonry paint and limewash. The owner was responsive, solutions-driven, reasonable and timely. His whole team was professional - and we really appreciated their high quality work product and attention to detail. The whole team delivered exactly what we wanted…..our home looks so beautiful now!"

matt and andrea g on June 2025

Mars Painting is a painting contractor / painter serving the Waukegan, IL area since 1992. We specialize in interior and exterior painting services, staining, cabinet painting, and more! We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"A really great experience - our new go-to painter! We got a recommendation for this contractor at our local paint store because we were looking for specific expertise with masonry paint and limewash. The owner was responsive, solutions-driven, reasonable and timely. His whole team was professional - and we really appreciated their high quality work product and attention to detail. The whole team delivered exactly what we wanted…..our home looks so beautiful now!"

matt and andrea g on June 2025


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CORY'S PAINTING
5.00(
5
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CORY'S PAINTING
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
50 local quotes requested

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! We accept Cash, Zeile, and Check

"It was done to my complete satisfaction. Very reasonable if you are budget conscience. I would highly recommend Corey and his crew."

Peggy l on October 2024

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! We accept Cash, Zeile, and Check

"It was done to my complete satisfaction. Very reasonable if you are budget conscience. I would highly recommend Corey and his crew."

Peggy l on October 2024


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Painter Near Me
4.88(
8
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Painter Near Me
4.88(
8
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
27 local quotes requested

As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Went well. It was a big job and Santiago completed it within 5 days. Very Impressive"

Kelly S on August 2023

As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Went well. It was a big job and Santiago completed it within 5 days. Very Impressive"

Kelly S on August 2023


Avatar for Elite Finishes
Elite Finishes
195 E Clover Ave
4.80(
211
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Approved Pro
Elite Finishes
195 E Clover Ave
4.80(
211
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
68 local quotes requested

Elite Finishes specializes in interior/exterior painting and staining. We have served Geneva, St. Charles, Batavia, Naperville, South Elgin, and their surrounding communities since 1998. We have 10 professional painters who are used year in/year out, throughout all seasons. We are fully licensed and insured. Each customer receives a certificate of insurance before we start any work, and local references with your free estimate. We never sub-contract our work out to other companies. We feel there is no other company out there that will treat your home as we will, and give you the highest quality of service and professional results..

"I am 100% satisfied with Elite Painting and would recommend them to anyone who is a stickler for details. They made our nearly 50 year old walls look like new. They tweaked the color I selected to make it work in our space which was tricky because of the way light affected the space. I also appreciated their responsiveness to getting the work done within the timeframe I needed. I've hired several painting companies over the years but Elite stands out from the rest for being masters of their craft, professional, and courteous."

Chris F on May 2025

Elite Finishes specializes in interior/exterior painting and staining. We have served Geneva, St. Charles, Batavia, Naperville, South Elgin, and their surrounding communities since 1998. We have 10 professional painters who are used year in/year out, throughout all seasons. We are fully licensed and insured. Each customer receives a certificate of insurance before we start any work, and local references with your free estimate. We never sub-contract our work out to other companies. We feel there is no other company out there that will treat your home as we will, and give you the highest quality of service and professional results..

"I am 100% satisfied with Elite Painting and would recommend them to anyone who is a stickler for details. They made our nearly 50 year old walls look like new. They tweaked the color I selected to make it work in our space which was tricky because of the way light affected the space. I also appreciated their responsiveness to getting the work done within the timeframe I needed. I've hired several painting companies over the years but Elite stands out from the rest for being masters of their craft, professional, and courteous."

Chris F on May 2025


Avatar for Preemo Painting & Repairs Inc.
Preemo Painting & Repairs Inc.
28 W. 430 Highlake Rd.
5.00(
20
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Approved Pro
Preemo Painting & Repairs Inc.
28 W. 430 Highlake Rd.
5.00(
20
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
32 local quotes requested

Preemo Painting & Repairs Inc. ​​is a family owned and operated business coming from a 3rd generation of painters. We have been serving Naperville, Aurora and all neighboring communities since 1998. We offer a complete array of products and services to accommodate your home or business needs. We pride ourselves in providing the highest quality of Materials, Craftsmanship and Courtesy to help you complete all of your interior makeover projects. We specialize in Custom Interior Designs including changing natural or stained wood finishes to high-end Contemporary Enamel, Staircase and Cabinet Refinishing, Faux Finishes, Wallpaper removal repair and more. Satisfaction Guaranteed is a given. ​We are dedicated to giving you our undivided attention and providing you with Quality, Quality, Quality! Call today for your FREE ESTIMATE! We look forward to earning your business.

"The entire team was professional, easy to communicate with & my satisfaction was uppermost in their approach. Their craftsmanship & meticulous attention to detail was demonstrated throughout the painting of the 1st & 2nd floors of our home. Quality work at a competitive price, it doesn't get much better than that. Anthony C, the owner has created & lleads a fine team."

Rod P on February 2025

Preemo Painting & Repairs Inc. ​​is a family owned and operated business coming from a 3rd generation of painters. We have been serving Naperville, Aurora and all neighboring communities since 1998. We offer a complete array of products and services to accommodate your home or business needs. We pride ourselves in providing the highest quality of Materials, Craftsmanship and Courtesy to help you complete all of your interior makeover projects. We specialize in Custom Interior Designs including changing natural or stained wood finishes to high-end Contemporary Enamel, Staircase and Cabinet Refinishing, Faux Finishes, Wallpaper removal repair and more. Satisfaction Guaranteed is a given. ​We are dedicated to giving you our undivided attention and providing you with Quality, Quality, Quality! Call today for your FREE ESTIMATE! We look forward to earning your business.

"The entire team was professional, easy to communicate with & my satisfaction was uppermost in their approach. Their craftsmanship & meticulous attention to detail was demonstrated throughout the painting of the 1st & 2nd floors of our home. Quality work at a competitive price, it doesn't get much better than that. Anthony C, the owner has created & lleads a fine team."

Rod P on February 2025


Avatar for Turcio's Painting
Turcio's Painting
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Turcio's Painting
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
51 local quotes requested

Since 2017, our locally owned & operated painting company has been serving our customers with exceptional service. Call us today for a free estimate!

Since 2017, our locally owned & operated painting company has been serving our customers with exceptional service. Call us today for a free estimate!


Avatar for Steadfast Painting Solutions Corp
Steadfast Painting Solutions Corp
696 N Larch Ave
4.74(
96
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Approved Pro
Steadfast Painting Solutions Corp
696 N Larch Ave
4.74(
96
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
180 local quotes requested

Steadfast Painting Solutions Corp was founded in 2013 by Anthony Salvatori. Anthony has over 24 years of painting experience and 19 years of owner/operator experience. Steadfast is driven to provide a high-quality, personable experience for all of its customers in hopes of creating lasting relationships; in-person estimates, full detailed proposals, competitive warranty, and professional painters - we do not subcontract our work. Our process will make your painting experience smooth and easy, we provide the relevant information at times you need it. Steadfast has a large focus on residential/commercial, exterior/interior, recoats/new construction, kitchen cabinet refinishing, and additional services such as carpentry, drywalling, wallpaper removal, deck refinishing/staining, and color consultations. We ask for a 15-25% deposit upon signing of the contract depending on the size of the project and the remaining balance upon completion. Prices provided in an estimate will not change unless the scope of work changes, no surprises! We are fully insured and comply with all EPA & OSHA safety standards and regulations. Our team follows the industry-leading standards of quality put forth by the Painting Contractors of America (PCA). To learn more about our company and services provided, please visit our website at www.steadfastpainting.com!

"Anthony, was responsive, helpful and knowledgeable. His team Jimmy and Torrey were great. They were nice a respectful of our home and dog! Will be definitely working with them on more projects. Thank you!!"

Adam S on March 2025

Steadfast Painting Solutions Corp was founded in 2013 by Anthony Salvatori. Anthony has over 24 years of painting experience and 19 years of owner/operator experience. Steadfast is driven to provide a high-quality, personable experience for all of its customers in hopes of creating lasting relationships; in-person estimates, full detailed proposals, competitive warranty, and professional painters - we do not subcontract our work. Our process will make your painting experience smooth and easy, we provide the relevant information at times you need it. Steadfast has a large focus on residential/commercial, exterior/interior, recoats/new construction, kitchen cabinet refinishing, and additional services such as carpentry, drywalling, wallpaper removal, deck refinishing/staining, and color consultations. We ask for a 15-25% deposit upon signing of the contract depending on the size of the project and the remaining balance upon completion. Prices provided in an estimate will not change unless the scope of work changes, no surprises! We are fully insured and comply with all EPA & OSHA safety standards and regulations. Our team follows the industry-leading standards of quality put forth by the Painting Contractors of America (PCA). To learn more about our company and services provided, please visit our website at www.steadfastpainting.com!

"Anthony, was responsive, helpful and knowledgeable. His team Jimmy and Torrey were great. They were nice a respectful of our home and dog! Will be definitely working with them on more projects. Thank you!!"

Adam S on March 2025


Avatar for HPO Painting
HPO Painting
4 Valley Dr
4.95(
115
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Approved Pro
HPO Painting
4 Valley Dr
4.95(
115
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
72 local quotes requested

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.

"They did a very nice job with our deck and exterior wood trim - everything looks great, including the wood repair and replacement. The crew were all professional and courteous, and did a thorough job, not rushing through anything just to get it done. Bottom line - we will be hiring HPO painting again to do some interior wall paper removal and painting for us."

Harvey G on October 2019

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.

"They did a very nice job with our deck and exterior wood trim - everything looks great, including the wood repair and replacement. The crew were all professional and courteous, and did a thorough job, not rushing through anything just to get it done. Bottom line - we will be hiring HPO painting again to do some interior wall paper removal and painting for us."

Harvey G on October 2019

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FAQs for exterior painting projects in Elgin, 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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