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Home Equity Contractors

4.33(
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Home Equity Contractors

4.33(
30
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Customers say: Quality work
140 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

Free Estimates. We understand how stressful and expensive home improvements can be from choosing the right contractor for the job to having your house in disarray for a period of time. If you are updating your home to put on the market, we offer a deferred payment option. We recognize the struggle that sellers face when getting ready to sell their home. Often the main issue is simply not having the finances to make the necessary improvements that will generate a higher sales price. For some it is simply understanding that today's buyers want move in ready homes. ​HEC was started to give sellers and their agents the ability to sell their home quickly and at the highest price possible. There is no secret to selling, UPDATED HOMES SELL FASTER AND HIGHER! Our clients have averaged a 130% Return on Investment when updating their home for sale. We can take care of all of your home remodeling needs from finishing a basement, remodeling your kitchen and bathrooms, to replacing your roof. ​Our approach is simple - we use high quality contractors to make smart updates to your home or listing based on our 20 years of experience in the DC Area Real Estate Market. We do not recommend high end upgrades if they will not generate a good return on your investment. We work with you or your agent to establish an expected price after updates to make an informed decision. The owners of Home Equity Contractors are licensed Realtors in VA, MD, and DC.

"If you want to work with someone condescending, rude, confrontational, unprofessional, and whose contractors workmanship is probably the worst I have ever encountered in my 30 years of working with contractors, THIS IS YOUR GUY. I can ramble on about the false promises, the horrible workmanship, the constant delays, the lack of communication, the rude and confrontational text messages. I guarantee Mr. Shank will in fact respond to this review and try to flip the script and blame it all on me somehow. He talks very poorly about all his customers well at least the ones he doesn't like. Not sure what that is based on although I do have some idea what is based on. But he never made anything explicit, so I can't make accusations that he is a racist. So I am definitely not saying he is a racist because he didn't do anything racist. But if he was a racist it would explain why he didn't give two poops about doing good work for multiple projects I provided him. I also have multiple properties and was hoping to make Mr. Shank a lifelong contractor. In a nutshell, he has done 2 projects for me at 2 properties. One was installing a threshold for a glass enclosed shower stall. His crappy sub contractor (they are not employees) despite him saying they are employees, did not install any grouting on the threshold. Fast forward 1 year, and mold is popping up all around the threshold. Rather than dealing with this individual, I hired another contractor to fix up his mess. Second job, and my second mistake, I hired him for a full scale home renovation for around 50K. That project was an absolute disaster. He took 3 months to do what he promised to me verbally would be a 3 week job. I don't really want to spend 1 hour writing down all the crap he did wrong. I'll try so sum up the highlights. Ripped out old flooring, promised to make new flooring level after installing new concrete by using lasers. New flooring is totally not level and as bumpy as walking on your local trail. The shoe moldings around the flooring look like a child installed them. I had to argue with him to get him to regrout the bathroom which was in his contract in the first place. I can go on and on. For sure if you are someone that Mr. Shank likes and match his criteria of what he likes, whatever that could be I have no idea definitely not race related. He may do a great job for you and that may explain the great reviews. I myself had a horrible experience with Mr. Shank and his group of sub contractors who just plain do terrible work. Ignore my review or take it seriously, frankly this guy will keep getting business cause he's a great salesman. Even has a LinkedIN profile to show how professional he is. Epic scammer and fraud. Stay away."

Kevin D on June 2025

Free Estimates. We understand how stressful and expensive home improvements can be from choosing the right contractor for the job to having your house in disarray for a period of time. If you are updating your home to put on the market, we offer a deferred payment option. We recognize the struggle that sellers face when getting ready to sell their home. Often the main issue is simply not having the finances to make the necessary improvements that will generate a higher sales price. For some it is simply understanding that today's buyers want move in ready homes. ​HEC was started to give sellers and their agents the ability to sell their home quickly and at the highest price possible. There is no secret to selling, UPDATED HOMES SELL FASTER AND HIGHER! Our clients have averaged a 130% Return on Investment when updating their home for sale. We can take care of all of your home remodeling needs from finishing a basement, remodeling your kitchen and bathrooms, to replacing your roof. ​Our approach is simple - we use high quality contractors to make smart updates to your home or listing based on our 20 years of experience in the DC Area Real Estate Market. We do not recommend high end upgrades if they will not generate a good return on your investment. We work with you or your agent to establish an expected price after updates to make an informed decision. The owners of Home Equity Contractors are licensed Realtors in VA, MD, and DC.

"If you want to work with someone condescending, rude, confrontational, unprofessional, and whose contractors workmanship is probably the worst I have ever encountered in my 30 years of working with contractors, THIS IS YOUR GUY. I can ramble on about the false promises, the horrible workmanship, the constant delays, the lack of communication, the rude and confrontational text messages. I guarantee Mr. Shank will in fact respond to this review and try to flip the script and blame it all on me somehow. He talks very poorly about all his customers well at least the ones he doesn't like. Not sure what that is based on although I do have some idea what is based on. But he never made anything explicit, so I can't make accusations that he is a racist. So I am definitely not saying he is a racist because he didn't do anything racist. But if he was a racist it would explain why he didn't give two poops about doing good work for multiple projects I provided him. I also have multiple properties and was hoping to make Mr. Shank a lifelong contractor. In a nutshell, he has done 2 projects for me at 2 properties. One was installing a threshold for a glass enclosed shower stall. His crappy sub contractor (they are not employees) despite him saying they are employees, did not install any grouting on the threshold. Fast forward 1 year, and mold is popping up all around the threshold. Rather than dealing with this individual, I hired another contractor to fix up his mess. Second job, and my second mistake, I hired him for a full scale home renovation for around 50K. That project was an absolute disaster. He took 3 months to do what he promised to me verbally would be a 3 week job. I don't really want to spend 1 hour writing down all the crap he did wrong. I'll try so sum up the highlights. Ripped out old flooring, promised to make new flooring level after installing new concrete by using lasers. New flooring is totally not level and as bumpy as walking on your local trail. The shoe moldings around the flooring look like a child installed them. I had to argue with him to get him to regrout the bathroom which was in his contract in the first place. I can go on and on. For sure if you are someone that Mr. Shank likes and match his criteria of what he likes, whatever that could be I have no idea definitely not race related. He may do a great job for you and that may explain the great reviews. I myself had a horrible experience with Mr. Shank and his group of sub contractors who just plain do terrible work. Ignore my review or take it seriously, frankly this guy will keep getting business cause he's a great salesman. Even has a LinkedIN profile to show how professional he is. Epic scammer and fraud. Stay away."

Kevin D on June 2025


JB Painting Plus Home Improvement

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JB Painting Plus Home Improvement

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28 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

JB Painting Plus Home Improvement is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business

JB Painting Plus Home Improvement is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business


Kenny's Painting Co, Inc. dba Williams Painting and Remodeling

4.67(
18
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Kenny's Painting Co, Inc. dba Williams Painting and Remodeling

4.67(
18
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
22 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Kenny's Painting Co, Inc., is a locally owned and operated business that services Manassas, and its surrounding areas. With over 15 years of experience, we specialize in painting, additions, and remodeling for your home or business. We will provide you with the same great quality work that has kept us in business for years because we feel that our customers come first. While this is not a new concept, it seems to be one that a lot of contractors have forgotten. Give us a call today for a free estimate.

"Excellent work. Tub to shower conversion and bathroom remodel. Vanity, toilet, tile work was excellent. Also painted after completion. Work was done in a timely manner and it was a pleasure working with William and his team. Would highly recommend for painting and remodeling."

Champ M on January 2025

Kenny's Painting Co, Inc., is a locally owned and operated business that services Manassas, and its surrounding areas. With over 15 years of experience, we specialize in painting, additions, and remodeling for your home or business. We will provide you with the same great quality work that has kept us in business for years because we feel that our customers come first. While this is not a new concept, it seems to be one that a lot of contractors have forgotten. Give us a call today for a free estimate.

"Excellent work. Tub to shower conversion and bathroom remodel. Vanity, toilet, tile work was excellent. Also painted after completion. Work was done in a timely manner and it was a pleasure working with William and his team. Would highly recommend for painting and remodeling."

Champ M on January 2025


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That 1 Painter Fairfax

5.00(
8
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That 1 Painter Fairfax

5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
332 local quotes requested
12 years of experience

Welcome to That 1 Painter! We are Northern Virginia's premier interior and exterior painting experts. We are family and woman-owned and offer a 3-year warranty on our work. Most of our work comes through word-of-mouth and top producing realtors. Our painters work for us full-time. We specialize in a full range of residential and commercial painting services, delivering the highest quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. Our team is highly skilled in interior painting, exterior painting, cabinet painting, brick painting and limewash, and wood rot and trim repair. Whether it’s transforming your home’s interior with fresh, vibrant colors, or enhancing curb appeal with an immaculate exterior finish, we have you covered. We also specialize in installing custom trim, creating stunning shadow boxes, and adding intricate molding to walls, elevating the design and character of any room with precision and craftsmanship. We also offer drywall repair, trim and molding painting, and fence and deck staining to ensure every detail of your space is perfected. Our wood rot repair service restores the integrity of your home, tackling damaged areas in doors, windows, and other wooden structures to maintain both beauty and safety. No matter the job, large or small, we ensure professional quality, reliable service, and attention to detail every step of the way. We are licensed, insured, and bonded. Our motto is that we will be your best houseguest ever.

"The crew from That 1 Painter did an excellent job on our house. Gabe, William, and the team were punctual, thorough, and really went the extra mile for us, and the advice from Mitch and their color consultant was invaluable. Their great work will ensure our home looks great for many years to come!"

Justin M on August 2025

Welcome to That 1 Painter! We are Northern Virginia's premier interior and exterior painting experts. We are family and woman-owned and offer a 3-year warranty on our work. Most of our work comes through word-of-mouth and top producing realtors. Our painters work for us full-time. We specialize in a full range of residential and commercial painting services, delivering the highest quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. Our team is highly skilled in interior painting, exterior painting, cabinet painting, brick painting and limewash, and wood rot and trim repair. Whether it’s transforming your home’s interior with fresh, vibrant colors, or enhancing curb appeal with an immaculate exterior finish, we have you covered. We also specialize in installing custom trim, creating stunning shadow boxes, and adding intricate molding to walls, elevating the design and character of any room with precision and craftsmanship. We also offer drywall repair, trim and molding painting, and fence and deck staining to ensure every detail of your space is perfected. Our wood rot repair service restores the integrity of your home, tackling damaged areas in doors, windows, and other wooden structures to maintain both beauty and safety. No matter the job, large or small, we ensure professional quality, reliable service, and attention to detail every step of the way. We are licensed, insured, and bonded. Our motto is that we will be your best houseguest ever.

"The crew from That 1 Painter did an excellent job on our house. Gabe, William, and the team were punctual, thorough, and really went the extra mile for us, and the advice from Mitch and their color consultant was invaluable. Their great work will ensure our home looks great for many years to come!"

Justin M on August 2025


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Loayes Painting

4.87(
363
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Loayes Painting

4.87(
363
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
43 local quotes requested

Loayes Contractor LLC, is a fully licensed, bonded, and insured company which has been operating in the Washington, DC metropolitan area since 1,999 We are specializing in interior and exterior painting and general contractor. Our 25 years of reliable and competent service had empowered us to be in fully control of your project from beginning to end. We have the experience of talented and trusted crew workers and contractors highly trained and skilled craftsmen, who are full time dedicated employees. Please take a time to review our reviews through the Angie and Google.

"Excellent! On time, very neat, very pleasant, Reasonable cost. Highly recommend Edward and his crew."

Judith M on December 2024

Loayes Contractor LLC, is a fully licensed, bonded, and insured company which has been operating in the Washington, DC metropolitan area since 1,999 We are specializing in interior and exterior painting and general contractor. Our 25 years of reliable and competent service had empowered us to be in fully control of your project from beginning to end. We have the experience of talented and trusted crew workers and contractors highly trained and skilled craftsmen, who are full time dedicated employees. Please take a time to review our reviews through the Angie and Google.

"Excellent! On time, very neat, very pleasant, Reasonable cost. Highly recommend Edward and his crew."

Judith M on December 2024


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Skill Custom Work LLC

5.00(
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Skill Custom Work LLC

5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
48 local quotes requested

A freshly painted home or office can make us feel refreshed and more efficient. Skill Custom Work LLC offers free consultations, detailed cost estimates, expert advice and dependable prep and clean up services, at rates that won’t break your budget. For premium products and quality craftsmanship, you can trust the Falls Church paint professionals for all your interior painting needs!

"Very much worth it!"

Judy S on May 2024

A freshly painted home or office can make us feel refreshed and more efficient. Skill Custom Work LLC offers free consultations, detailed cost estimates, expert advice and dependable prep and clean up services, at rates that won’t break your budget. For premium products and quality craftsmanship, you can trust the Falls Church paint professionals for all your interior painting needs!

"Very much worth it!"

Judy S on May 2024


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DR Painting, LLC

4.63(
16
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DR Painting, LLC

4.63(
16
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Approved Pro
69 local quotes requested
35 years of experience

DR Painting, LLC is a residential painting company specializing in interior and exterior painting. We offer other services like drywall work, light carpentry, power washing, and more! We have been in business for over 30 years in the DC, Virginia, and Maryland areas. Our employees care about what they do, and make sure that our clients are happy and well taken care of.

"I've been very happy with their workmanship."

Rosalie N on June 2023

DR Painting, LLC is a residential painting company specializing in interior and exterior painting. We offer other services like drywall work, light carpentry, power washing, and more! We have been in business for over 30 years in the DC, Virginia, and Maryland areas. Our employees care about what they do, and make sure that our clients are happy and well taken care of.

"I've been very happy with their workmanship."

Rosalie N on June 2023


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JW Home Improvement

4.64(
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JW Home Improvement

4.64(
4,795
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Customers say: Super punctual
1770 local quotes requested
24 years of experience

JWHI provides world-class customer service with consistent and superior workmanship. We strive to be the trusted market leader in the home improvement industry. Proudly, we are Super Service Award Winner for over a decade, and we plan to keep that streak going! Contact us today to discuss your next handyman or remodeling project. Our mission is to provide you with a happy home improvement experience!

"Made appointment for them to come over for an estimate (which they charge for) between 9-12 today. They are a no show. I wasted the whole morning on them. DO NOT recommend."

Jeff H on October 2025

JWHI provides world-class customer service with consistent and superior workmanship. We strive to be the trusted market leader in the home improvement industry. Proudly, we are Super Service Award Winner for over a decade, and we plan to keep that streak going! Contact us today to discuss your next handyman or remodeling project. Our mission is to provide you with a happy home improvement experience!

"Made appointment for them to come over for an estimate (which they charge for) between 9-12 today. They are a no show. I wasted the whole morning on them. DO NOT recommend."

Jeff H on October 2025


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Omar's General Contracting

4.13(
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Omar's General Contracting

4.13(
186
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Customers say: Quality work
203 local quotes requested
37 years of experience

Family own business with 25 + years of experience, our goal is 100% customer satisfaction. Is a trusted company for the best remodeling and handyman services for home. Open since 1988, we have been providing quality general contractor work at affordable prices. Our company is led by experienced professional experienced. We have earned a reputation for being efficient craftsmen who are knowledgeable in all areas of construction and renovations.

"They were responsive and professional. I'm happy with the result."

Sesi A on September 2025

Family own business with 25 + years of experience, our goal is 100% customer satisfaction. Is a trusted company for the best remodeling and handyman services for home. Open since 1988, we have been providing quality general contractor work at affordable prices. Our company is led by experienced professional experienced. We have earned a reputation for being efficient craftsmen who are knowledgeable in all areas of construction and renovations.

"They were responsive and professional. I'm happy with the result."

Sesi A on September 2025


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Williams Painting And Remodeling

4.85(
501
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Williams Painting And Remodeling

4.85(
501
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
87 local quotes requested

Williams Painting & Remodeling is a family owned & operated business, serving the DC Metro area for over 10 Years. We pride ourselves on customer service. We want to do the job and do it right and do it right the first time. Try us out and see how you like us. You won’t be disappointed.

"The entire experience with William and his crew was excellent. They were very quick to come out and give us an estimate. They handled a few last minute additions with ease. The crew was on time, polite, and friendly. The work area was kept clean. The workmanship was excellent. We will definitely look to use them again in the future with a couple more projects that we are thinking about. "

Ian T on November 2025

Williams Painting & Remodeling is a family owned & operated business, serving the DC Metro area for over 10 Years. We pride ourselves on customer service. We want to do the job and do it right and do it right the first time. Try us out and see how you like us. You won’t be disappointed.

"The entire experience with William and his crew was excellent. They were very quick to come out and give us an estimate. They handled a few last minute additions with ease. The crew was on time, polite, and friendly. The work area was kept clean. The workmanship was excellent. We will definitely look to use them again in the future with a couple more projects that we are thinking about. "

Ian T on November 2025

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Exterior Painting questions, answered by experts

The best sheen depends on your needs. Satin and eggshell sheens are often recommended for siding since their lightly reflective finish can help hide imperfections while being relatively easy to clean. Semi-gloss sheen is a great fit for trim since it’s incredibly easy to clean and more durable and moisture-resistant than satin and eggshell, but if you use it for the entire surface, its more reflective properties can highlight imperfections. This is also why high-glass sheen isn’t a great fit for the entire surface.

Yes, you can use paint if you want to refresh your tile countertops. However, you must be mindful of the type of paint you use. Look for options explicitly created for tile that are also waterproof and durable. Over time, the paint will chip, so this is not considered a long-term solution for busy kitchens.

Professional painters often use microfiber rollers since they hold more paint and allow the pros to cover a bigger surface area without having to stop frequently to reload the roller with more paint. Painters also use extension poles for a wider reach from one position, giving them more coverage with less moving around.

Both paint and wallpaper can work in a bathroom, provided you choose high-quality products in either category. Washable vinyl wallpapers can stand up to bathroom humidity without peeling, as can semi-gloss or gloss paint finishes. However, if you’re someone who likes to redecorate often, paint may make it easier to change colors or designs more quickly. If you want full humidity protection and cleanability, tile or stone works better.

While painting can certainly change the look of a chimney, you should think twice about giving your brick chimney the old landlord special.

Painting brick is porous, meaning it’s full of tiny holes that can soak up moisture. Those holes also allow it to dry, though. So, when you paint it, you trap any moisture inside, providing an opportunity for mold, mildew, and water damage.

Paint also shows wear faster than naked brick. This means that once you paint a brick surface, you’ll have to keep painting it to maintain a clean look. A paint job is also harder to undo on brick because of its porous nature. Once you paint it, it’s hard to go back without some serious power washing—another added cost.

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