Fresh paint is one of the fastest ways to change how a home looks and feels. Our painting services in Philadelphia and South Jersey cover the jobs that make the biggest difference: walls and ceilings, crown molding and trim, doors, decks and even that second-hand table you want to bring back to life.
A great paint job is mostly preparation. We fill, sand, caulk and prime before the first color coat goes on, then cut in clean lines and finish with even coverage. Home Exchange arrives with the brushes, rollers, ladders and drop cloths the job needs, and we work around your schedule.
Painting services we offer
Interior walls and ceilings
Whether it’s one bedroom or a whole floor, we prepare the surfaces properly and apply paint evenly so you don’t see roller marks or patchy color once the light hits it. If walls need more than a quick patch, our drywall team can repair them first, and water stains or sagging plaster overhead are a job for our ceiling repair service.
Crown molding and trim
Trim is where a paint job looks professional or doesn’t. Crown molding, baseboards, window casings and chair rails need steady hands, careful masking and the right sheen. We can refresh just the trim or paint it as part of a full room.
Door painting
Doors take a beating from hands, pets and furniture. We paint interior doors, closet doors and front doors, removing hardware so you don’t get paint on hinges and knobs. A newly painted front door is a small project that adds a lot of curb appeal.
Deck staining and finishing
Philadelphia summers and freeze-thaw winters are hard on wood. Staining or sealing a deck protects it from moisture and sun and slows down splitting and rot. We clean and prep the boards first so the finish soaks in. For repairs or new boards, see our deck and patio services.
Furniture painting and staining
Kitchen chairs, dressers, side tables and built-ins can be sanded, stripped, stained or painted for a fresh look without buying new.
Signs it’s time to repaint
- Marks and scuffs no longer come off with gentle cleaning.
- Paint is peeling, cracking or bubbling, often a sign of moisture worth checking.
- Trim and doors look yellowed or chipped.
- Your deck looks gray, rough or splintered.
- You are getting ready to sell, rent out or move into a property.
Our painting process
- Walkthrough and quote. Tell us which rooms or surfaces you want painted and share photos. Request a quote and we’ll talk through colors, sheens and timing.
- Protection. Floors, furniture, fixtures and hardware are covered or removed.
- Prep. We patch holes, fill cracks, sand glossy surfaces, caulk gaps and spot-prime repairs and stains.
- Paint. Cut-in lines first, then rolled or brushed coats for even coverage.
- Clean-up and final check. We remove tape, touch up, put things back and walk the space with you.
What affects the cost of a painting job
- Size and number of rooms or surfaces. More square footage means more time and paint.
- Condition of the surfaces. Extensive patching, peeling paint or water damage adds prep.
- Ceiling height and stairwells. Tall walls and tricky access need extra setup.
- Trim detail. Ornate molding and lots of doors and windows take longer than plain walls.
- Color changes. Going from dark to light usually needs primer and an extra coat.
- Paint quality. Higher-grade paints cost more but cover better and last longer.
How to prepare for painting day
- Pick your colors early and test samples on the wall in daylight and lamplight.
- Remove wall art, small decor, electronics and fragile items.
- Let us know about any areas with past leaks or moisture.
- Plan for good ventilation, and keep pets and kids out of the work area.
- For decks, clear furniture and planters and trim plants back from the edges.
Why Philadelphia homeowners choose us for painting
Home Exchange is a family-run company with decades of experience, starting with full building renovations in New York City in 1986 and serving Philadelphia since around 2005. From Fishtown rowhomes to houses in the suburbs, we treat every room like it’s going in our own portfolio.
Our Done Right Promise means the job is done right the first time, with clean lines and no shortcuts on prep. And if your painting project is part of a bigger update, our remodeling team can plan the whole thing.
