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ARCH PAINTING
4.4(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+3 more

Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Work was performed exactly as discussed and agreed to (match existing paint colors) at estimated cost. Start was delayed at our request due to high heat and humidity, with no complaints. Work was further delayed through no fault of Arch Painting due to continuous wet weather. Once a good weather window finally occurred, the work was performed quickly with no impact on us. We were totally satisfied with the quality of the work and the finished product."
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+17

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bobs Painting
4.8(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small ProjectsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+2 more

Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bobâ s Painting recently painted a tall stairway, landing and a bathroom for me. Bobâ s work was impeccable! He was professional, polite, very neat and organized and completed the project on time. I would hire him again and will recommend him to friends and family!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate93%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Renaissance Revival Painting
4.7(
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Specialty Painting - Mural or Trompe Loeil

Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very prompt response after initial contact. Specialty painting was exactly what I needed and this small owner-operated business fit the bill completely. We had an initial visit where we met & he assessed what needed to be done. He has a terrific eye for color, and matched exactly what I had. Scheduling was very soon thereafter, with no delays. The repair of the damaged portions of my 30-year old faux surface is now complete and nobody could ever tell a repair has been done, it is so seamless. Very reasonable price, as well. We expect to be working with Renaissance Revival on another job in our house."
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+34

Response time10 mins
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Embassy Painting
4.6(
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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 Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Embassy Painting took extra time preparing and painting a problematic ceiling in my home. The ceiling looks terrific now. I truly appreciate their hard work and that they cleaned up after themselves well."
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+12

Response time5 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Clement OConnor
5.0(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Responded quickly to look at my project Needed old cracked caulk repaired and the foundation painted. He walked around with me, listened to all my concerns and discussed various options. Provided a written quote in a timely manner with a clear list of labor and materials. Great attention to detail.Took time to protect my plants. Cleaned up daily. Was quiet, clean and respectful while on my property. I would recommend you call him to look at your projects. I plan to use his services again."
Response time1 day
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L. A. Cleaning & Restoration Services
4.1(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms

Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"L. A. Cleaning and Restoration is so much more than just cleaning. Yes, they did a great job deep cleaning for a rental property I own. I also found out they can do restoration, and Linda has a crew that can do most anything. So, I then hired her company to paint the apartment, renovate a bathroom, including replacing two ceilings, fix the plumbing and update some needed electrical work. Everyone on her team is professional, licensed insured and bonded. She has overseen the project every step of the way, on schedule, on time and on budget. I can't say enough about her and her company! I am so lucky I found her through Angi, and will be using them again and again."
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Remodels - Kitchen & Bath
Remodels - Kitchen & Bath
Remodels - Kitchen & Bath

+24

Response time4 hrs
Response rate94%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Interior Painting questions, answered by experts

Professionals may use a variety of methods to remove old paint from surfaces, often depending on the size and complexity of the surface. Paint scraping in combination with a chemical paint stripper is the most common method, but experts might also use heat or steam to loosen everything before peeling the paint off. Some might just sand off the old paint if the surface is relatively flat and easily accessible.

Yes, you can paint over old exterior paint, but success depends on the condition of the existing paint and proper surface preparation. If the previous coating is in good shape (not cracked, peeling, or flaky), you can paint over it with less prep work. However, for the most durable and professional-looking results, follow these key preparation steps:

  • Clean the Surface: Thoroughly clean the exterior to remove all dirt, grime, and mildew. A pressure washer can be very effective for this.

  • Scrape and Sand: If the old paint is peeling, cracked, or flaky, you must scrape off all loose paint. After scraping, sand the surface to create a smooth, even base for the new paint. Sanding is especially important for wood siding.

  • Apply Primer: Using a quality exterior primer is highly recommended. It ensures the new paint adheres properly, improves durability, and provides a uniform finish. If you are painting a lighter color over a dark one, a tinted primer will help cover the old color more effectively.

Some brands offer paint-and-primer-in-one products for convenience. Taking the time to prepare the surface properly will not only increase your home's curb appeal but also help protect your siding and extend its life.

In many cases, professionals can completely remove certain types of smoke damage from walls and ceilings, but it’s only possible if the damage is minor. For more extensive damage from major fires, you’ll likely need to replace the damaged materials entirely. Some items, like upholstered furniture, are much trickier to clean and might need to be replaced even if the smoke damage is minimal.

Sometimes you can get away with simply sanding and painting over small areas of peeling paint. However, the problem will likely return quickly, and the ridge between old and new paint will be visible. If you just need a quick fix and won't worry about appearance, chip away the peeling paint as much as possible, prime and paint the area, and skip the spackle step.

Sandblasting is a common method for removing paint. It works great if the underlying material is tough. This is because you can then use more abrasive sandblast materials, making the paint removal process much faster and less expensive. If you plan on removing many layers of paint on smooth surfaces, you’ll need to be more careful about which materials you choose to use to sandblast.

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