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Top-Rated Painters in Smithfield - Updated Nov 2026

*Army Vet Owned* Grady Jones Paint Contractors
4.9(
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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 Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Over the course of the last year Grady Jones Paint has worked for me on (3) different occasions to repaint our home interior. The scope of work included scraping the popcorn ceilings, flattening them and then repainting them; repainting all of the walls; painting our cabinetry; and, finally, staining the exposed woodwork on our deck. Clee was very responsive and visited the project every time his workers were on site. Tim and Eddie made up the crew who did the work. They were amicable, professional, courteous and did a GREAT job. I plan to use Grady Jones Paint for any future work and recommend them to anyone in need of a paint contractor."
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Response time12 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Uribe and Sons Painting and Repair
5.0(
23
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+3 more

Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Diego and his crew were fantastic. They arrived when he said they would and went to work. Very professional and reasonably priced. My master bath and kitchen look wonderful . I am very pleased with their work. I would recommended Uribe & Sons for uour painting projects."
Response time12 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
JLP Custom Paint
4.9(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+1 more

Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"This is my first home purchase and JLP Custom Paint made my home look and feel like brand new. Excellent quality and great customer service. Jeff and his team are world class! I will be contacting JLP again when I have painting needs. Wouldn't choose anyone else. Great work Jeff - thank you!"
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+72

Response time10 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Elite Painting & Coating
5.0(
12
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms

Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I could not believe my eyes when I saw the finished painting of the kitchen and vanity cabinets. Rodriguez and Elizabeth were friendly, professional, and their work was exceptional."
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+75

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Elver Velasquez Painting
5.0(
33
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsPainting or Staining - Small Projects - For Business

Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Elver and his crew were professional, friendly, and talented. We were very pleased with the results of the project which included dry wall ceiling repairs, interior painting throughout the house, and bathroom updates. Thank you for a great experience."
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+48

Response time3 hrs
Response rate89%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
J EDWARDS PAINTING CO
5.0(
2
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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 Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"There was a misunderstanding on the days to begin the job because Lonnie arrived a day early. Lonnie arrived the next day on time with all the equipment for painting except the paint. He is professional and friendly. I purchased the red paint for my doors. I am happy with the result. I would recommend J Edwards Construction to anyone needing a professional painter."
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Rodriguez Painting
4.2(
9
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+3 more

Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Rodriguez painting, is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 20 years of experience serving Fuquay-Varina, and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

Response time6 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Painting FAQs, answered by experts

Your tool of choice ultimately comes down to personal preference. Many DIYers prefer applying stain with a lint-free rag, but others stick with a paint brush or a roller. Wipe the stain and work it into the wood, working with and against the grain. If you’re applying multiple coats, allow the stain to dry for around four hours between coats.

If you want to achieve a deeper, darker stain color, wait 5 to 10 minutes before wiping it off. However, wipe it off faster for a lighter tone. When wiping off the stain during this part of the process, be sure to work in the direction of the wood’s grain for best results.

The best time to stain a fence is when the weather is dry and temperatures are between 50 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Late spring, early summer, and fall are typically the best seasons for this project. You should avoid staining during very hot weather, like in the middle of summer, or when it is raining. Heat and moisture can cause the stain to dry unevenly. Likewise, if it's too cold, such as in winter or early spring, the stain may not be able to dry fully. Before you start, check the forecast to ensure there will be no rain and low humidity for at least a few days.

If you paint a vinyl fence, it will likely stick to it for only a brief amount of time. This is because vinyl is not a porous material, so it's not an ideal surface for holding paint. Initially, paint will stick to your fence, but it will eventually peel off. Applying primer before painting your vinyl fence will help paint last longer. Certain primers are well-suited to vinyl, which means you can paint vinyl siding with the proper preparation.

While power washing isn't a requirement before you stain a fence, it can make the job much easier and faster while reducing manual labor requirements. The stain will not work if the wood is full of dirt and dust, so power washing, sometimes called pressure washing, is a fast and effective way to prepare the wood for staining. Remember that you need to stain or repaint relatively soon after the wood has dried so that there isn’t time for dust and dirt to build up again. 

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