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DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO

Interior Painting, Exterior Painting, Drywall,

About us

Services provided Drake provides both residential and commercial services. We decorate many of Chicago’s high end neighborhoods but no job is too small. We also provide services to many commercial customers completing interiors and exteriors for McDonald’s, Burger King’s, Enterprise car rentals, hotels, restaurants, Doctors offices, Country Clubs, Associations, and Dentist offices, to name only a few. Interior Drake carries out all manner of drywall and plaster repair. We strip wallpaper, remove paneling, remove unwanted woodwork and perform full preparation to all surfaces prior to painting or paper hanging. We help with color selections and will paint sample boards for our customers. We do a wide range of faux finishes and have display boards to help with selection. We hang all manner of wall coverings and all fifty-four inch vinyl goods. We also install decorative trim such as crown moldings, chair rails, casings, frame moldings, and baseboards. We paint all surfaces including walls, ceilings, woodwork, metal work and floorings. Our capabilities include spray painting kitchen and bathroom cabinets for a fresh new look without you having to replace them. Exterior Full preparation is a must for a quality exterior job. Washing is important for a clean surface but does not replace the hard work of scraping and sanding. We paint and stain all wood exteriors as well as priming and painting of vinyl and metal surfaces. We have also carried out a variety of jobs such as painting hopscotch and four square courts for schools and painting signs for businesses. We have no issue with two or three story homes and buildings. We clean and refurbish decking and will stain and seal your deck to make it look like new.

Business highlights

36 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Interior and Exterior painting, wallpaper stripping and hanging, faux finishing, drywall and plaster repair, most rotten wood replacement, and light carpentry.

Services we don't offer

WE CAN DO SOME HANDYMAN SERVICES BUT WE DO NOTHING PLUMBING RELATED.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.8470 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
86%
4
7%
3
4%
2
1%
1
2%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.7
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.9
Showing 176-200 of 470 reviews

Patricia F.
06/2014
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
We were very happy with the purchase of our deal of 4 hours of wallpaper removal for $140 from Drake. Greg was right on time, worked carefully, neatly and professionally. He was able to remove wallpaper from two rooms, a hallway and part of a third room in the 4 hours. We added one extra hour of work. Looking forward to working with Drake Painting and Wallpapering Co. again.
Description of Work: Removed wallpaper from 3 rooms

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$180

Response from DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO
Thank you very much! I will see you Friday for the painting estimate!

Ahsan R.
05/2014
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
I found them on Angie's List. The experience was good. I thought they were solid, trustworthy, they were very flexible when we wanted to reschedule, and they showed up when they were supposed to, and got the work done.
Description of Work: I used Drake Painting & Wallpaper Co.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,200

Response from DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO
Thank you. I hope you are happy in your new home and look forward to hearing from you again.

Linda R.
05/2014
5.0
drywall, interior painters
  + 0 more
Service was very good. Prompt reply to initial request. Estimate within two days and was able to start work in less than a week. These were not easy drywall repairs, but you can hardly see where it was fixed...excellent work. The team was extremely conscientious of cleaning up after their work and were extremely polite and professional. Would definitely use again.
Description of Work: Repaired multiple areas of drywall (ceiling/bad seams/missing drywall)

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

Response from DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO
Thank you very much! Please call if you need anything else!

Kirk B.
05/2014
5.0
drywall, interior painters
  + 0 more
Excellent work! Bought the 3 hours of labor for $120 deal. Did a lot more work than I was expecting to get done in 3 hours and caught a lot of issues I didn't even know were there but would have caused problems later if they hadn't been fixed. Highly recommended and will definitely use them again for any future work!
Description of Work: Drywall repair in various rooms including a ton of nail pops, my kitchen entryway, and various damaged ceilings and walls.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$120

Response from DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO
Thank you very much!!! Please call us if you need anything else!!!

FRAN F.
05/2014
3.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
Painting of the master was okay, but very disappointed in the stairs. No sanding was done prior to staining. Therefore, any imperfections or blemishes are very visible. Railings are rough to the touch, and the painting of the risers is uneven. They did have the painter come back to look at the stairs, but he said nothing could be done. The flaws were there prior to staining, and show up after staining and sealing. Once staining and sealing are completed, nothing can be done. Well, isn't that why unfinished wood should be sanded and or treated PRIOR to staining and sealing?! I wish they would have let us know the price did not include sanding. We would have done the sanding ourselves or hired someone else that would have included the sanding. If the grade were based on the stairs alone, I would give it a D, However, I give the master suite a B.
Description of Work: Painted master bath, bedroom, closet. Stained & painted stairs (did a split finish).

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

$1,800

Response from DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO
Hi [member name removed], Sorry that you are not pleased and that Adrian told you he was unable to do anything, I am quite sure we can make the stairs smoother. Joe will call and set a time to come and look at it and do something to repair it. Thanks, Dan

Deborah Z.
05/2014
3.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
The owner was getting married that weekend, and was not really involved at all. He came in, looked at what I wanted to do, let me know he was busy getting married, and He left it with 2 of his guys. I don't think these guys spoke very good English ... I believe that we were to have 2 coats done to the walls, yet as time has gone by, upon closer examination, I really think that they only did 1 coat. It has been at least 4 yrs since I had this done... BUT, The owner never checked back on the job after he got back from his honeymoon. We never heard from them again,and I really thought that we were getting a good painter. I see their trucks around my area. I just love the way the owners pawn off the jobs to their employees and don't come back to check out what went on.. or if I was satisfied. I have had several contractors do that to me. I won't call these painters again..
Description of Work: They painted my living room, kitchen, dining room and bedroom.. 2 guys... don't think they spoke very good english.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0


Response from DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO
Hi [member name removed], I am very sorry to hear that you were not pleased!!! Always feel free in the future call to let me know if you have any remaining problems, Joe would usually have called but must have been preoccupied. We are always more than happy to come and repair anything that's not 100%. Joe will call tomorrow to come and look and take care of any remaining issues. He was married in 2008 could it have been from then? Again I apologize for any problems and we will work to resolve them. Thank you, Dan

Frank H.
05/2014
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
Their quote wasn't the least expensive, however because of their professionalism, willingness to discuss options and promptness, we decided to hire them. The job was started as promised, the painters were great, they completed the job beyond our expectations and in the same amount of time they promised.
Description of Work: Painted three rooms

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,300

Response from DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO
Thank you very much! Let us know if you need anything else!

Maria K.
05/2014
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
The painters did a great job in making sure no paint got unto the lower floors windows.
Description of Work: Painted 2 outside walls which were 2 floors high on our house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,065

Response from DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO
Thank you very much! Please let us know if you need anything else!

Charlotte J.
05/2014
2.0
wallpaper
  + -1 more
They told me they book a week in advance, I need the job done sooner.
Description of Work: Purchased big deal for wallpaper.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Response from DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO
Hi [member name removed], I am very sorry but we have to complete jobs we are on before starting new ones. We will be happy to schedule next week. Please let me know. Thanks, Dan

Ann N.
05/2014
5.0
wallpaper
  + -1 more
It went very well. I would recommend them. They were very professional and they cleaned up. They did a good job.
Description of Work: I used Drake Painting & Wallpaper.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

Response from DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO
Thank you [member name removed]!!! I hope your house sells quickly and please call if there's anything you need in the new one. Dan

Anne E.
05/2014
5.0
house painters
  + -1 more
I liked everything. They were perfect. They did a marvelous job. The foreman whose name is Tod was absolutely "A-1." I would use them again in a blink. Their work is held up. I couldn't rave about them more. They're wonderful. The foreman, Tod was so impressive.
Description of Work: Drake Painting & Wallpaper Co. painted my house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,300

Response from DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO
Thank you very much!!! I will let Todd know how pleased you are. Please call us for any more work we appreciate it!!!

Jennifer G.
05/2014
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
Drake painting was great. We had a complicated job (rehabbing an old building, part of it was being paid for by a FHA renovation loan so we were asking the painter to pick up mid-job where the FHA contractor left off) and after having two painting companies refuse to even bid, it was a relief to meet Dan. He arrived on time to give us a bid, was patient while I explained our complicated system, asked good questions to help write a detailed and accurate bid. Dan then did at least 4 revisions to the bid as we figured out what we wanted and what we could afford. He itemized it so we could understand what the costs were. When his crews arrived they were professional and friendly. We had the same foreman on the job every day. And the paint looks amazing! So much better than if we'd done it ourselves. They cleaned up after themselves every day, not just when the job was done, and were very flexible about working around the other work that had to happen in the building at the same time. When I was concerned the project was falling behind (we were on a very tight timeline), I emailed Dan and he immediate added a guy to the crew. Communication with Dan was always prompt and very clear. I imagine that I could have found a cheaper painter somewhere, but we had such a great experience that I don't care that it may not have been the cheapest. We paid for quality and felt like we really got it. I would definitely hire Drake painting again.
Description of Work: Full paint of two 3-bedroom apartments. All materials included in price.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

Response from DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO
Thank you [member name removed] for the review!!! You and [member name removed] were a pleasure to work with and look forward to anything you need in the future. Thanks again, Dan

Kristen S.
05/2014
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
This was the second time that I have used Drake and I was very happy with the work again. One painter spent 2 days on the job and painted 2 coats. It looks great. The painter was very considerate while in my home and let me know from the start of the job how long he planned to be there and what time he would arrive and leave each day.
Description of Work: They painted a downstairs hallway, foyer, stairway and upstairs hallway. The job included walls only, I did not have them paint the ceiling or trim since it was freshly painted. The area was all painted the same color and no VOC Sherwin Williams paint was included in the price of the work.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$490

Response from DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO
Thank you very much!!! We appreciate the work!

Paul G.
05/2014
5.0
plastering, wallpaper, interior painters
  + 1 more
They were very prompt and competitive on price... They took their time to do the job well.
Description of Work: Drake did a great job repairing the plaster walls and hanging a very complex wallpaper pattern in our kitchen. We are planning to use them again to paint another two rooms in the next month.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000

Response from DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO
Thank you, we look forward to working for you again!!!

JoAnn D.
04/2014
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
Great experience. Very professional. Thanks!
Description of Work: Paint touch ups in prep for sale of home

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$120

Response from DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO
Thank you very much, please let us know if you need anything else!

David B.
04/2014
5.0
house painters, interior painters
  + 0 more
They did a perfect job. Garage looks so good it could be living room. Outside finishes look amazing. Price was good for level of perfection I required.
Description of Work: Paint all exterior wood. Paint Garage to perfect or interior finish.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000

Response from DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO
Thank you [member name removed], we very much appreciate all of the work!

Maxime L.
04/2014
5.0
wallpaper, house painters, interior painters
  + 1 more
Could not reach the service provider after purchasing the deal - cancelled because I needed someone quickly. Provider called later to explain he didn't contact me earlier.
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$140

Response from DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO
Hi [member name removed], I had never received a response from you. I will call Angie's List to see what's going on. Very sorry about this because I promptly return all of my messages. Thank you, Dan

Kristin R.
04/2014
5.0
wallpaper removal, interior painters
  + 0 more
We used Drake for a few smaller jobs - wallpaper removal and repainting 2 bathrooms, plus fixing a wallpaper to paint transition. Their quote was less than half that of a local competitor. They were in and out in 2 days. Also, when they accidentally washed the check we had written for payment, they returned it to us before we provided a replacement. Everyone we dealt with was really friendly. I will definitely use them again.
Description of Work: Easy to work with, great results

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$975

Response from DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO
Thank you very much, please call us again!!!

Patricia R.
04/2014
5.0
drywall, handyman service, plastering, wallpaper removal, interior painters
  + 3 more
We have an old (1927) home that needed wallpaper stripped and peeling paint scraped, sanded, patched... We also needed a repair to a plaster ceiling that had been damaged by a leak. These men were amazing. First, Dan (who came to give me the estimate) helped with color choices. He was very professional and helpful. His estimate was also spot on. Then, when the job was scheduled, the two men who did the work were always prompt (to the minute), courteous, professional -- and meticulous in their work. My house looks so beautiful! They did a wonderful job; now, I just have to save some more pennies so I can get the rest of my house updated. I would highly recommend Drake Painting and Wallpapering.
Description of Work: Painted foyer, living room, dining room, hallways. Repaired plaster ceiling.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000

Response from DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO
Hi [member name removed], Thank you so much!!! I am happy that everything turned out well!!! Please call when you need anything else! Thanks again, Dan

Christine H.
04/2014
5.0
drywall, interior painters
  + 0 more
Awesome job. The painter was very professional and did a great job.
Description of Work: fix holes in walls and repaint

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Response from DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO
Thank you very much!!! Please let us know if you need anything else!

Fred F.
04/2014
5.0
drywall, interior painters
  + 0 more
Contact Dan in early April. Came out a couple days after and gave me ans estimate. Wanted me to keep three days open the following week and I said that I needed to know a specific day and time so I wouldn't have to sit around waiting until the day before they could do the job. Dan agreed and scheduled the next Thursday for the job. The night before the painters were supposed to arrive, they called me and asked if they could come Fri. instead of Thurs. because they were running behind on a wallpaper job. I told them that both rooms were ready to go and everything had been pulled apart. I was not going to be home on Friday and everything was a mess in those two rooms in preparation for the painting. He agreed to come on Thurs. morning as was originally planned. Tina arrived right on time. I asked where the other person was and told me she was the only one. I told her I had some heavy furniture to move and offered to help her. She indicated the few pieces would not be a problem and she never asked me to help her. We walked through each of the rooms to be painted and she indicated that the one small room with the yellow color may need another coat. Tina spent five hours working on the job and made sure everything was covered and protected. There were no 2nd coats required on either room.
Description of Work: Painted and did some patching on the walls in master bedroom and office.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$275

Response from DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO
Hi [member name removed], thanks for the review and the work!!! Sorry that scheduling is often tricky with painting. Customers often add work (appreciated) or may change color decisions without a lot of warning which affects upcoming schedules. I will do my best to have set dates for you in the future. Thanks again, Dan

Diane and Joe O.
03/2014
5.0
wallpaper removal, replacement windows, interior painters
  + 1 more
Mark and Dan, the painters, came out on time (or called when unavoidably late one day). The crew was very pleasant, professional and anxious that we were happy with the job. When there were questions, they made sure before going ahead. They made the room livable at the end of each of the 3 days, since we had to sleep there. They did a beautiful job and cleaned up, taking all the old wallpaper away for disposal. We were particularly happy at how they replaced the hardware on the windows after painting the trim and left the picture and mirror hangers in place so we didn't have to remeasure. The job took exactly the estimated amount of time. The crew left a phone number we could call in case we saw something that need more attention after they finished.
Description of Work: Dan Maelefont came out and gave us an estimate on redecorating our master bedroom. The estimate was broken down into removing wallpaper/prep and painting one coat, adding a second coat, painting closets, painting trim and doors.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,300

Response from DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO
Thank you very much!!! Please let me know if we can do anything else for you! Dan

Michael S.
03/2014
5.0
drywall, interior painters
  + 0 more
They showed up on time and prepared. Very friendly and went quickly to work. They did a fine job. Would certainly use again!
Description of Work: Drywall Repair for water damage from leak in the roof

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$120

Response from DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO
Thanks [member name removed]!!! Please let me know if you would like to proceed with any of the estimates. We appreciate the work! Dan

Karen L.
03/2014
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
Great job on everything. Laundry too yet to be finished as time ran out before the holidays!
Description of Work: Painted the entire house ... prep work difficult and time-consuming.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO
Hi {removed member name}, Thank you very much! Was the crew late at all? I noticed the B for punctuality and wanted to be sure. Please let us know when you would like the laundry room completed. Thank you, Dan

Bernard F.
03/2014
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
Great job, professional, fast, reasonably priced. I would highly recommend Drake Painting to anyone.
Description of Work: Painted interior of home

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO
Thanks so much [removed member name]!!! I hope your parents love their new house. Please let me know if there's anything else we can do for you or your family, we go over all of Chicago-land! Thanks again we appreciate the work and the review. Dan

Contact information

318 Half Day Rd # 175, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

http://www.drakepaintingco.com

Licensing

Insured

No License Required for Trade

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
Yes
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
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Service Categories

Interior Painting,
Exterior Painting,
Drywall,
Wallpaper Removal,
Wallpaper,
Handyman Services,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Doors,
Pressure Washing,
Plaster,
Windows,
Siding

FAQ

DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.
DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO offers free project estimates.
Yes, DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO does not offer a senior discount.
No, DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO does not offer emergency services.
Yes, DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO offers warranties.
DRAKE PAINTING & WALLPAPER CO offers the following services: Interior and Exterior painting, wallpaper stripping and hanging, faux finishing, drywall and plaster repair, most rotten wood replacement, and light carpentry.
WE CAN DO SOME HANDYMAN SERVICES BUT WE DO NOTHING PLUMBING RELATED.

Contact information

318 Half Day Rd # 175, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

http://www.drakepaintingco.com