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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
129 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


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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
313 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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Manor Works Ventures Inc., DBA Manor Works Painting

4.89(
700
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Manor Works Ventures Inc., DBA Manor Works Painting

4.89(
700
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
197 local quotes requested

Founded in 1998, Manor Works specializes in serving the needs of residential homeowners. Having completed over 10,000 painting projects since our inception, we have built systems and processes to ensure our projects are of consistently high quality, and just as importantly, they run smoothly. Part of this is by not employing day laborers or subcontractors. All of our painters and carpenters are full-time, year round employees. Our stable and highly trained workforce allows us to control quality. This approach, coupled with our unwavering commitment to quality control, enables us to uphold our high standards. Additionally, we offer the longest available warranties, detailed project proposals, and convenient online scheduling systems to further enhance our customer experience. Our dedication to excellence has been recognized through various awards. For inquiries, please contact us at (703) 339-6800 or via email at [email protected].

"They did a great job painting 4 rooms for me exactly as planned and at a lower cost than the other providers I spoke with."

Christopher C on May 2025

Founded in 1998, Manor Works specializes in serving the needs of residential homeowners. Having completed over 10,000 painting projects since our inception, we have built systems and processes to ensure our projects are of consistently high quality, and just as importantly, they run smoothly. Part of this is by not employing day laborers or subcontractors. All of our painters and carpenters are full-time, year round employees. Our stable and highly trained workforce allows us to control quality. This approach, coupled with our unwavering commitment to quality control, enables us to uphold our high standards. Additionally, we offer the longest available warranties, detailed project proposals, and convenient online scheduling systems to further enhance our customer experience. Our dedication to excellence has been recognized through various awards. For inquiries, please contact us at (703) 339-6800 or via email at [email protected].

"They did a great job painting 4 rooms for me exactly as planned and at a lower cost than the other providers I spoke with."

Christopher C on May 2025


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WOW 1 DAY PAINTING

4.91(
56
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WOW 1 DAY PAINTING

4.91(
56
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
160 local quotes requested

WOW-1 Day Painting brings people a fast, affordable and high quality solution for all their interior or exterior residential, commercial and industrial painting projects! Our team of professional painters completes the quality painting you expect, in a timeline that’s unexpected: 1 DAY and Done without paying a premium. Guaranteed! Plus, our eco-friendly painting service uses zero VOC and low VOC paint to minimize our impact on the environment and your family or staff. That means no harsh odors or fumes when you return at the end of the day to your freshly painted home or office!

"Thank you Wow 1-Day Painting employees and management for the excellent job on the interior of my home. The family room, kitchen, hallway, foyer, stairs, and upper landing look beautiful. Working with you was a great experience--and so satisfying that I want to acknowledge it in writing. From start to finish virtually everything went smoothly. When soliciting an estimate, the Wow estimator arrived on time—as did Wow painters every single day of work. Wow’s estimate was reasonable—falling in the middle of four estimates that we solicited from other highly-rated companies. The Wow estimator also made excellent suggestions on the choice of paint color and type. When work started, I watched how the company’s painters prepped walls and baseboards. I saw how carefully they removed wallpaper to avoid damage to walls before priming. Throughout the five days of painting, they paid attention to detail—while being polite and courteous. When my wife and I made suggestions during work, the painters listened to us and positively responded. On completion of the job, they cleaned the work site to our satisfaction. We value consistency in the high quality of this company's work. This is not the first, but the third time, that we have had excellent work performed by Wow Painting. Previous high-quality work done here was a major reason that we again chose Wow. Wow painters worked hard, neatly, and were responsive to my wife and I as we inspected work as it progressed. We want to express our appreciation to the entire crew of painters for their good work. And, we want to cite two wonderful individuals who spent the most time here and who most impressed us with their effort, attentiveness, and quality of work: Manuel and Neptali. We especially want to bring their performance to the company's attention. Certainly, all of the Wow paint crew deserves praise. Likewise, we want to thank too Craig, Laura, and Louis who managed, coordinated, and oversaw day-to-day work. Throughout the entire week, they were prompt to respond to our questions, and satisfied all concerns we had. So now, when my wife and I now look over the work that was performed, we really do say Wow!"

Thomas B on May 2019

WOW-1 Day Painting brings people a fast, affordable and high quality solution for all their interior or exterior residential, commercial and industrial painting projects! Our team of professional painters completes the quality painting you expect, in a timeline that’s unexpected: 1 DAY and Done without paying a premium. Guaranteed! Plus, our eco-friendly painting service uses zero VOC and low VOC paint to minimize our impact on the environment and your family or staff. That means no harsh odors or fumes when you return at the end of the day to your freshly painted home or office!

"Thank you Wow 1-Day Painting employees and management for the excellent job on the interior of my home. The family room, kitchen, hallway, foyer, stairs, and upper landing look beautiful. Working with you was a great experience--and so satisfying that I want to acknowledge it in writing. From start to finish virtually everything went smoothly. When soliciting an estimate, the Wow estimator arrived on time—as did Wow painters every single day of work. Wow’s estimate was reasonable—falling in the middle of four estimates that we solicited from other highly-rated companies. The Wow estimator also made excellent suggestions on the choice of paint color and type. When work started, I watched how the company’s painters prepped walls and baseboards. I saw how carefully they removed wallpaper to avoid damage to walls before priming. Throughout the five days of painting, they paid attention to detail—while being polite and courteous. When my wife and I made suggestions during work, the painters listened to us and positively responded. On completion of the job, they cleaned the work site to our satisfaction. We value consistency in the high quality of this company's work. This is not the first, but the third time, that we have had excellent work performed by Wow Painting. Previous high-quality work done here was a major reason that we again chose Wow. Wow painters worked hard, neatly, and were responsive to my wife and I as we inspected work as it progressed. We want to express our appreciation to the entire crew of painters for their good work. And, we want to cite two wonderful individuals who spent the most time here and who most impressed us with their effort, attentiveness, and quality of work: Manuel and Neptali. We especially want to bring their performance to the company's attention. Certainly, all of the Wow paint crew deserves praise. Likewise, we want to thank too Craig, Laura, and Louis who managed, coordinated, and oversaw day-to-day work. Throughout the entire week, they were prompt to respond to our questions, and satisfied all concerns we had. So now, when my wife and I now look over the work that was performed, we really do say Wow!"

Thomas B on May 2019


Kris' Painting Service Inc

4.49(
37
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Approved Pro

Kris' Painting Service Inc

4.49(
37
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
35 local quotes requested
26 years of experience

is a locally owned and operated business which has helped keep Loudoun County and surround areas colorful and beautiful for many years. We are painting contractors for both residential and commercial customers. We consistently deliver the highest quality services at very competitive prices, working with honesty, integrity, and always with a smile. We ensure expert craftsmanship at affordable pricing, and this is something that differentiates us from our competitors. We value our customers and ensure optimum satisfaction for them: Using only high quality painting materials blended with our most innovative techniques and styles. Kris' Painting Service Inc. can give your home or business a fresh, new, innovative, fashionable and sophisticated look. We use the finest products and materials to insure that we maintain your real estate investment to highest degree possible. Experience a new level of quality and customer service with Kris' Painting Service Inc.

"Kris is so kind and professional, and his crew did an incredible job. Our house looks great after all the work they did, and we will proudly recommend them to anyone who needs work done on their home!"

Brian J on April 2025

is a locally owned and operated business which has helped keep Loudoun County and surround areas colorful and beautiful for many years. We are painting contractors for both residential and commercial customers. We consistently deliver the highest quality services at very competitive prices, working with honesty, integrity, and always with a smile. We ensure expert craftsmanship at affordable pricing, and this is something that differentiates us from our competitors. We value our customers and ensure optimum satisfaction for them: Using only high quality painting materials blended with our most innovative techniques and styles. Kris' Painting Service Inc. can give your home or business a fresh, new, innovative, fashionable and sophisticated look. We use the finest products and materials to insure that we maintain your real estate investment to highest degree possible. Experience a new level of quality and customer service with Kris' Painting Service Inc.

"Kris is so kind and professional, and his crew did an incredible job. Our house looks great after all the work they did, and we will proudly recommend them to anyone who needs work done on their home!"

Brian J on April 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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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
196 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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Five Star Painting of Loudoun

4.70(
76
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Five Star Painting of Loudoun

4.70(
76
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
81 local quotes requested

At Five Star Painting of Loudoun, we're proud to be your #1 local painting company in Northern Virginia. Recognized as a multi-year Best of Loudoun winner and the Best of Ashburn recipient, our reputation speaks for itself. We provide full-service painting—interior and exterior painting for residential and commercial properties, cabinet refinishing, wallpaper removal and installation, trim and moldings, garage refinishing, decks & fences, and more—backed by skilled painters, quality materials, and excellent communication. Our mission is simple: deliver five-star quality painting with a five-star quality experience. Contact us today for a free estimate!

"Job done very professionally. Work started and completed in a timely fashion."

Reggie E on April 2025

At Five Star Painting of Loudoun, we're proud to be your #1 local painting company in Northern Virginia. Recognized as a multi-year Best of Loudoun winner and the Best of Ashburn recipient, our reputation speaks for itself. We provide full-service painting—interior and exterior painting for residential and commercial properties, cabinet refinishing, wallpaper removal and installation, trim and moldings, garage refinishing, decks & fences, and more—backed by skilled painters, quality materials, and excellent communication. Our mission is simple: deliver five-star quality painting with a five-star quality experience. Contact us today for a free estimate!

"Job done very professionally. Work started and completed in a timely fashion."

Reggie E on April 2025


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Mendez Painting Services LLC

4.73(
272
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Mendez Painting Services LLC

4.73(
272
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
275 local quotes requested

We are family owned & operated. We provide custom painting for the interior and exterior of your home and your drywall needs as well as General remodeling projects. We specialize in providing exceptional customer service and have over 19 years experience. No subs are used. No job is too big or too small for us to handle. We are licence to work in Washington and Maryland From the Washington Dc Home Improvement licensing department Thank you it will be a pleasure to services you In your home Improvement projects

"It went really well; succeeded. Very professional, I would hire him again."

Dale J on October 2025

We are family owned & operated. We provide custom painting for the interior and exterior of your home and your drywall needs as well as General remodeling projects. We specialize in providing exceptional customer service and have over 19 years experience. No subs are used. No job is too big or too small for us to handle. We are licence to work in Washington and Maryland From the Washington Dc Home Improvement licensing department Thank you it will be a pleasure to services you In your home Improvement projects

"It went really well; succeeded. Very professional, I would hire him again."

Dale J on October 2025


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Paint The DMV, LLC

4.94(
77
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Paint The DMV, LLC

4.94(
77
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
454 local quotes requested

BIGGEST SALE OF THE YEAR. Now until January 31st 2026 receive 20% off your painting project! This is our biggest sale of the year! Keep our crews busy and make your home beautiful! Free estimates. Family run business with 15 years of experience in the painting industry. We do exterior, interior, power wash, decks, cabinets, and more.

"They were so easy to work with. Did a fantastic job!"

Elizabeth P on December 2025

BIGGEST SALE OF THE YEAR. Now until January 31st 2026 receive 20% off your painting project! This is our biggest sale of the year! Keep our crews busy and make your home beautiful! Free estimates. Family run business with 15 years of experience in the painting industry. We do exterior, interior, power wash, decks, cabinets, and more.

"They were so easy to work with. Did a fantastic job!"

Elizabeth P on December 2025


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Merrifield Paint and Design

4.96(
105
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Merrifield Paint and Design

4.96(
105
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
246 local quotes requested

The Washington area’s premier interior/exterior, painting and decorating company for both Residential and Commercial properties. We provide painting services, color consultations, wallpaper removal and installation, drywall repair and installation, gutter and window cleaning and many other services. And here is what we promise to you: Total Focus on Your Project Until Completion Full-Time Professional Work Crews Easy-To-Reach Point of Contact Phone Calls & Emails Returned Promptly

"Excellent work quality and fast execution. Great communication from Jeff throughout the process."

John M on September 2025

The Washington area’s premier interior/exterior, painting and decorating company for both Residential and Commercial properties. We provide painting services, color consultations, wallpaper removal and installation, drywall repair and installation, gutter and window cleaning and many other services. And here is what we promise to you: Total Focus on Your Project Until Completion Full-Time Professional Work Crews Easy-To-Reach Point of Contact Phone Calls & Emails Returned Promptly

"Excellent work quality and fast execution. Great communication from Jeff throughout the process."

John M on September 2025

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Interior Painting questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can paint over already painted metal, but—before painting—you’ll want to use sandpaper on the area to achieve a rough surface. This helps prevent the paint from peeling or flaking. Remove damaged paint with 120-grit sandpaper. If the paint is in good condition, use 240-grit sandpaper. Brush off any dust before applying the primer. 

If you are caulking, painter’s tape should be removed before the caulk starts to set. It only takes 30 to 60 minutes for the caulk to dry, so this should be done fairly quickly.

Knockdown and orange peel are two popular types of drywall textures. There are a couple of key differences, but the main one is the application process. When creating an orange peel texture, you spray the material onto the drywall. With knockdown, the first step is to spray, stomp, or brush the material onto the drywall. Then, you drag a tool (like a knife or trowel) over the material to create unique designs.

Yes, you can touch up a newly painted ceiling, but it's not a common occurrence. If you need to touch up new ceiling paint, be sure to use the original paint. You should only use a small amount of paint and, for a small area, use a small paint roller or paintbrush. You can also use a Q-tip or a toothpick to fix very small blemishes on the paint.

Because satin paint has a sheen to it, it will highlight curves and contours. While that’s great for trim, it’s not so excellent for your repaired drywall that has a few small blemishes. In addition, satin paint will stick to your surface better if it’s primed. Sand and prime your surface before applying satin paint for best results.

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