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Pena Painters
1524 N Campbell Ave
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Pena Painters
1524 N Campbell Ave
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251 local quotes requested
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Painting business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

Painting business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!


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Lookswell Painting and Handyman Services
1951 W Cortland
4.81(
361
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Approved Pro
Lookswell Painting and Handyman Services
1951 W Cortland
4.81(
361
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
66 local quotes requested

Lookswell Painting has been serving clients as a family owned business since 1963. We are a full service painting contractor specializing in residential painting and decorating, commercial and industrial painting, and cabinet refinishing and restoration. Request a quote, or email us at lookswellpainting@gmail.com for immediate service. We are a licensed contractor with over 50 years of experience. We understand that quality goes a long way in making your surroundings look fresh and up to date. We use the finest materials when we work on any project resulting in high quality and lasting results.

"The Lookswell team, especially Jim, Omar & Cindy, were exceptionally professional & dedicated to the task. The final work looks great, appreciated the level of experience that allowed them to deal with our old house."

Charles F on January 2021

Lookswell Painting has been serving clients as a family owned business since 1963. We are a full service painting contractor specializing in residential painting and decorating, commercial and industrial painting, and cabinet refinishing and restoration. Request a quote, or email us at lookswellpainting@gmail.com for immediate service. We are a licensed contractor with over 50 years of experience. We understand that quality goes a long way in making your surroundings look fresh and up to date. We use the finest materials when we work on any project resulting in high quality and lasting results.

"The Lookswell team, especially Jim, Omar & Cindy, were exceptionally professional & dedicated to the task. The final work looks great, appreciated the level of experience that allowed them to deal with our old house."

Charles F on January 2021


Fine Painting, Inc.
Based Out Of
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Fine Painting, Inc.
Based Out Of
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
47 local quotes requested

Transform your home with the expert touch of Fine Painting, Inc. Our team of skilled painters in Chicago specializes in interior painting, bringing your vision to life with precision and professionalism. Trust us to deliver exceptional results that will exceed your expectations. Contact us today for a flawless finish you'll love.

"I was very pleased with the work Fine Painting Inc did on our new condo. Prior to moving in, we wanted to brighten up the common areas. Mario Meza was first to respond to our Angi quote for service, providing thorough details on the process (labor involved, prep/finishing, timelines). He accommodated our schedule and his team did an excellent job! I would highly recommend their services in the future."

Jon H on March 2022

Transform your home with the expert touch of Fine Painting, Inc. Our team of skilled painters in Chicago specializes in interior painting, bringing your vision to life with precision and professionalism. Trust us to deliver exceptional results that will exceed your expectations. Contact us today for a flawless finish you'll love.

"I was very pleased with the work Fine Painting Inc did on our new condo. Prior to moving in, we wanted to brighten up the common areas. Mario Meza was first to respond to our Angi quote for service, providing thorough details on the process (labor involved, prep/finishing, timelines). He accommodated our schedule and his team did an excellent job! I would highly recommend their services in the future."

Jon H on March 2022


White Ladder Decorating Inc.
304 S I-Oka Ave
5.00(
17
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Approved Pro
White Ladder Decorating Inc.
304 S I-Oka Ave
5.00(
17
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
50 local quotes requested

We are an owner-operated business specializing in the following interior and exterior work: -Commercial and residential painting -Drywalling and taping -Total bathroom and basement remodeling We've been in business 30+ years and take pride in our work, using quality products and equipment. We always leave the job site clean and ready for the owner to enjoy. White Ladder Decorating, Inc. is fully licensed and insured.

"Wally did an excellent job. We had a water damaged wall in one bedroom -- he removed the damaged wall, installed drywall and a new window frame, and painted the walls the ceiling. It looks beautiful! He removed all of the debris and everything was spotless when he was finished -- you would never know work had been done -- and it only took 3 days! He gave me an excellent price and I couldn't be happier with the whole experience. I highly recommend White Ladder Decorating."

Nancy V on October 2021

We are an owner-operated business specializing in the following interior and exterior work: -Commercial and residential painting -Drywalling and taping -Total bathroom and basement remodeling We've been in business 30+ years and take pride in our work, using quality products and equipment. We always leave the job site clean and ready for the owner to enjoy. White Ladder Decorating, Inc. is fully licensed and insured.

"Wally did an excellent job. We had a water damaged wall in one bedroom -- he removed the damaged wall, installed drywall and a new window frame, and painted the walls the ceiling. It looks beautiful! He removed all of the debris and everything was spotless when he was finished -- you would never know work had been done -- and it only took 3 days! He gave me an excellent price and I couldn't be happier with the whole experience. I highly recommend White Ladder Decorating."

Nancy V on October 2021


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CHICAGO PAINTERS INC
6263 N McCormick Blvd #169
4.87(
86
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CHICAGO PAINTERS INC
6263 N McCormick Blvd #169
4.87(
86
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
189 local quotes requested

Chicago Painters is an ANGI Super Service Award winner. If you'd like to contact us for an estimate please go to www.chicago-painters.com or call 773-789-8179. Chicago Painters Inc, your Chicago Painting Contractor, is an award-winning painting company that has been serving the Chicago area since 2001. As a small company owned and operated by a former United States Marine, our clients can expect excellent work ethic and values from us. We provide services in interior painting, exterior painting, drywall repairs, wallpaper removal, paint stripping, deck sealing, power washing and concrete floor epoxy.

"Very professional, painted my entire Chicago Bungalow interior and some exterior fences, garage door etc. Moved furniture, worked quickly and cleaned up afterward. I also hired them to remove my old carpeting and refinish my hard wood floors in the living and dining room. What a fantastic job. I couldn't be more pleased. Our project manager/coordinator Maureen was extremely helpful and attentive. She answered all our questions and coordinated everything. Also the estimator Rafal was very helpful with getting the estimate and breaking down my pricing. Chicago Painters will be my go to painters in the future."

Michael S on August 2023

Chicago Painters is an ANGI Super Service Award winner. If you'd like to contact us for an estimate please go to www.chicago-painters.com or call 773-789-8179. Chicago Painters Inc, your Chicago Painting Contractor, is an award-winning painting company that has been serving the Chicago area since 2001. As a small company owned and operated by a former United States Marine, our clients can expect excellent work ethic and values from us. We provide services in interior painting, exterior painting, drywall repairs, wallpaper removal, paint stripping, deck sealing, power washing and concrete floor epoxy.

"Very professional, painted my entire Chicago Bungalow interior and some exterior fences, garage door etc. Moved furniture, worked quickly and cleaned up afterward. I also hired them to remove my old carpeting and refinish my hard wood floors in the living and dining room. What a fantastic job. I couldn't be more pleased. Our project manager/coordinator Maureen was extremely helpful and attentive. She answered all our questions and coordinated everything. Also the estimator Rafal was very helpful with getting the estimate and breaking down my pricing. Chicago Painters will be my go to painters in the future."

Michael S on August 2023


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Steadfast Painting Solutions Corp
696 N Larch Ave
4.74(
96
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Steadfast Painting Solutions Corp
696 N Larch Ave
4.74(
96
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
159 local quotes requested

Steadfast Painting Solutions Corp was founded in 2013 by Anthony Salvatori. Anthony has over 24 years of painting experience and 19 years of owner/operator experience. Steadfast is driven to provide a high-quality, personable experience for all of its customers in hopes of creating lasting relationships; in-person estimates, full detailed proposals, competitive warranty, and professional painters - we do not subcontract our work. Our process will make your painting experience smooth and easy, we provide the relevant information at times you need it. Steadfast has a large focus on residential/commercial, exterior/interior, recoats/new construction, kitchen cabinet refinishing, and additional services such as carpentry, drywalling, wallpaper removal, deck refinishing/staining, and color consultations. We ask for a 15-25% deposit upon signing of the contract depending on the size of the project and the remaining balance upon completion. Prices provided in an estimate will not change unless the scope of work changes, no surprises! We are fully insured and comply with all EPA & OSHA safety standards and regulations. Our team follows the industry-leading standards of quality put forth by the Painting Contractors of America (PCA). To learn more about our company and services provided, please visit our website at www.steadfastpainting.com!

"Anthony, was responsive, helpful and knowledgeable. His team Jimmy and Torrey were great. They were nice a respectful of our home and dog! Will be definitely working with them on more projects. Thank you!!"

Adam S on March 2025

Steadfast Painting Solutions Corp was founded in 2013 by Anthony Salvatori. Anthony has over 24 years of painting experience and 19 years of owner/operator experience. Steadfast is driven to provide a high-quality, personable experience for all of its customers in hopes of creating lasting relationships; in-person estimates, full detailed proposals, competitive warranty, and professional painters - we do not subcontract our work. Our process will make your painting experience smooth and easy, we provide the relevant information at times you need it. Steadfast has a large focus on residential/commercial, exterior/interior, recoats/new construction, kitchen cabinet refinishing, and additional services such as carpentry, drywalling, wallpaper removal, deck refinishing/staining, and color consultations. We ask for a 15-25% deposit upon signing of the contract depending on the size of the project and the remaining balance upon completion. Prices provided in an estimate will not change unless the scope of work changes, no surprises! We are fully insured and comply with all EPA & OSHA safety standards and regulations. Our team follows the industry-leading standards of quality put forth by the Painting Contractors of America (PCA). To learn more about our company and services provided, please visit our website at www.steadfastpainting.com!

"Anthony, was responsive, helpful and knowledgeable. His team Jimmy and Torrey were great. They were nice a respectful of our home and dog! Will be definitely working with them on more projects. Thank you!!"

Adam S on March 2025


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Fortune Restoration
6619 N Lincoln Ave
4.55(
387
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Approved Pro
Fortune Restoration
6619 N Lincoln Ave
4.55(
387
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
199 local quotes requested
46 years of experience

Fortune Restoration is a full service painting, tuckpointing, and restoration company that serves residential homeowners from Hyde Park to Lincoln Park to Oak Park and River Forest, and the entire North Shore and Western Suburbs. Commercial, industrial and institutional projects are also taken on throughout the Chicagoland area. Additional email - fortunerestorationbob@gmail.com Additional contact name - Mr. Bob Fortune, Mr. Tom Fortune.

"Tom Fortune is excellent. More than a year after Fortune Restoration painted the interior of my house, I discovered a water leak in my stucco dining room ceiling. I called Tom on his personal cell phone number that he gave me, asking for help. Without hesitation, Tom sent his crew to my house to scrap, plaster and repaint the damaged area FREE OF CHARGE. This is just incredible service and dedication to a customer. A job well done."

James C on March 2025

Fortune Restoration is a full service painting, tuckpointing, and restoration company that serves residential homeowners from Hyde Park to Lincoln Park to Oak Park and River Forest, and the entire North Shore and Western Suburbs. Commercial, industrial and institutional projects are also taken on throughout the Chicagoland area. Additional email - fortunerestorationbob@gmail.com Additional contact name - Mr. Bob Fortune, Mr. Tom Fortune.

"Tom Fortune is excellent. More than a year after Fortune Restoration painted the interior of my house, I discovered a water leak in my stucco dining room ceiling. I called Tom on his personal cell phone number that he gave me, asking for help. Without hesitation, Tom sent his crew to my house to scrap, plaster and repaint the damaged area FREE OF CHARGE. This is just incredible service and dedication to a customer. A job well done."

James C on March 2025


Bill Schneeberger Painting & Decorating LLC
1321 First St
4.90(
29
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Approved Pro
Bill Schneeberger Painting & Decorating LLC
1321 First St
4.90(
29
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
34 local quotes requested

Bill Schneeberger Painting began serving the North Shore in 1974. Currently 4 of us are working to make homes beautiful. We are accredited by the PDCA (Painting and Decorating Contractors of America). We are also accredited by the Better Business Bureau. When a service is something that we know can be done better or sooner by another contractor, we subcontract that portion of the service. We still stand behind any work done through our company. Additional DBA - Schneeberger Bill Painting & Decorating LLC. Additional email - Snowmtn@sbcglobal.net. Additional phone - (847) 804-6600. Additional contact name - Bill Schneeberger.

"I spent quite a bit of time looking for a painting professional to repaint the front porch of our 110-year-old house in Evanston. I spoke to three or four others before Roy Schneeberger stopped by for a look. After listening to his assessment, I decided Bill Schneeberger Painting was the company I wanted to work with. Mind you, they're not the cheapest, but I'm old enough to realize that you get what you pay for these days. The real value in choosing these guys I think was that they clued me into a number of issues that needed attention with our deck in order to make for a perfect job. Sure I could have said no, but when I listened to Roy explain why he thought some of the other problems he discovered were worth considering, I agreed. The result was a truly perfect paint job that included replacing a bunch of rotten wood I didn't even realize was there. Their work turned our porch into a place I think will be around looking great for many years to come. If I could have given Bill Schneeberger Painting 6 stars I would have ... in fact I will. They deserve 6 stars. I'll be ringing them back soon for some inside work too."

Robert M on August 2019

Bill Schneeberger Painting began serving the North Shore in 1974. Currently 4 of us are working to make homes beautiful. We are accredited by the PDCA (Painting and Decorating Contractors of America). We are also accredited by the Better Business Bureau. When a service is something that we know can be done better or sooner by another contractor, we subcontract that portion of the service. We still stand behind any work done through our company. Additional DBA - Schneeberger Bill Painting & Decorating LLC. Additional email - Snowmtn@sbcglobal.net. Additional phone - (847) 804-6600. Additional contact name - Bill Schneeberger.

"I spent quite a bit of time looking for a painting professional to repaint the front porch of our 110-year-old house in Evanston. I spoke to three or four others before Roy Schneeberger stopped by for a look. After listening to his assessment, I decided Bill Schneeberger Painting was the company I wanted to work with. Mind you, they're not the cheapest, but I'm old enough to realize that you get what you pay for these days. The real value in choosing these guys I think was that they clued me into a number of issues that needed attention with our deck in order to make for a perfect job. Sure I could have said no, but when I listened to Roy explain why he thought some of the other problems he discovered were worth considering, I agreed. The result was a truly perfect paint job that included replacing a bunch of rotten wood I didn't even realize was there. Their work turned our porch into a place I think will be around looking great for many years to come. If I could have given Bill Schneeberger Painting 6 stars I would have ... in fact I will. They deserve 6 stars. I'll be ringing them back soon for some inside work too."

Robert M on August 2019


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RED SKY PAINTING
350 S Northwest Hwy
4.71(
45
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RED SKY PAINTING
350 S Northwest Hwy
4.71(
45
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
28 local quotes requested
33 years of experience

Red Sky Painting is a full service owner-operated Company specializing in residential and commercial interior and exterior painting. We also specialize in Power-Washing decks, porches, & fences, as well as waterproofing/sealing/staining. Also, Metal porches with staircase, metal fences, metal balconies, and more....

"They were perfect professional and communicated very well. I would gladly recommend them to anyone looking for painters."

Andrew T on April 2024

Red Sky Painting is a full service owner-operated Company specializing in residential and commercial interior and exterior painting. We also specialize in Power-Washing decks, porches, & fences, as well as waterproofing/sealing/staining. Also, Metal porches with staircase, metal fences, metal balconies, and more....

"They were perfect professional and communicated very well. I would gladly recommend them to anyone looking for painters."

Andrew T on April 2024


Art of Painting Brush, Inc.
4300 West Lake Avenue
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Art of Painting Brush, Inc.
4300 West Lake Avenue
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
32 local quotes requested

Welcome to Art Of Painting Brush, Inc. We look forward to serving you!

"Had my kitchen cabinets remodeled, cleaned and painted. Looks like a new kitchen! Very good job, friendly and left no dirty spots when finished. Recommend!"

Victoria C on February 2025

Welcome to Art Of Painting Brush, Inc. We look forward to serving you!

"Had my kitchen cabinets remodeled, cleaned and painted. Looks like a new kitchen! Very good job, friendly and left no dirty spots when finished. Recommend!"

Victoria C on February 2025

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Wood stripping services FAQs

Professional painters charge $20 to $50 per hour, on average. Hourly rate cost factors include the complexity of the paint job, the type of paint, the height of the walls and ceiling, and the type of prep and repairs needed. For example, removing wallpaper costs an additional $3 per square foot because it can be very time consuming and labor intensive. Your location will also impact the hour rate.

Generally, general contractors charge between $50 and $150 hourly, though not every contractor charges by the hour. If charging based on the project, you can expect a markup of 10% to 20% of the construction cost. You can expect to pay between $300 and $500 daily if charged by the day.

While city and state laws vary on general contractor licensing requirements, hiring an unlicensed general contractor could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations. Be sure to check our state licensing tool to review the local general contractor guidelines for your area.

As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include:

  • The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check

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  • Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review

  • Paying to advertise their services

  • Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi

Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.

The cost to refinish a table is about $250, depending on the size, type of finish, and amount of detail involved in the table and the new finish. The lowest price to refinish a table is about $80, and the highest is about $700. Additional tasks like dipping, stripping, staining, and painting will add to the total project cost. Here are average costs to refinish a table by type:

  • Side or end table: $80–$150

  • Coffee table: $150–$250

  • Dining room table: $400–$700

The cost to paint the exterior of a house ranges from $1,900 to $4,500 or about $1.50 to $4 per square foot, depending on the size, height, and complexity of the home layout. Other cost factors include your location, the type of siding (e.g., wood, aluminum, brick, stucco, etc.), and the kind of paint (e.g. oil-based, latex, acrylic, etc.). Painting the trim a different color or painting intricately designed trim can also increase the cost.

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