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5-Star Rated Richmond Exterior Painting

Top Exterior Painting Contractor In Richmond

Let’s Upgrade Painting handles exterior painting for Richmond homeowners, from siding to trim.

Over A Decade of Experience
100’s of Happy Customers
Experts in Prep & Painting
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Over a Decade of Experience
100’s of Happy Customers
Experts in Painting & Repair
The Let's Upgrade Painting Crew Serving Richmond
Comprehensive Interior & Exterior Painting Solutions

We Offer More Than Just Exterior Painting Services!

Dealing with contractors and unexpected costs can add unnecessary stress to your life. At Let’s Upgrade Painting, we provide transparent pricing and straightforward estimates, eliminating any surprise fees. Combined with our extensive experience and high-quality craftsmanship, we ensure your home is restored to its best condition swiftly and efficiently!

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Exterior Painting Testimonials

What your Neighbors in Richmond Say About Our Exterior Painting Services

Since 2014, Richmond homeowners have relied on Let’s Upgrade Painting for exterior painting. We offer up-front pricing with affordable rates for every customer, and our team works to make sure your siding, trim, and doors turn out better than you expected.

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Finished Black And White Farmhouse Exterior Painting

High-Quality Exterior Painting Solutions for Your Richmond Home

Your home’s exterior takes on sun, rain, humidity, and changing weather all year long. At Let’s Upgrade Painting, we help Richmond homeowners protect that investment with professional exterior painting and staining that looks clean, feels professionally finished, and holds up over time.

Every job starts with detailed preparation, because good prep is what makes paint last. A dedicated project manager keeps communication and scheduling organized, and our respectful crews use premium paint systems from start to finish. Here is what we can take care of outside your home.

  • Full exterior repainting
  • Siding and trim painting
  • Front door refinishing
  • Shutter and accent painting
  • Exterior repairs and preparation work
  • Deck and fence staining
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Our Simple Richmond Exterior Painting Process

Life is busy, and we get that. Hiring a painting company should be straightforward, with clear plans, people you can actually reach, and a team that does what it says. As a local, licensed and insured Class A contractor, Let’s Upgrade Painting has full-time employees who take pride in serving Richmond and the surrounding area.

1. We listen and make a plan

Our office administrator helps you schedule your consultation, confirms details like arrival times and property access, and keeps you informed if anything changes. You’ll know who your contact is and what to expect next.

2. We give you a clear proposal

Our sales team listens to your goals and recommends a painting system that fits your home and what you need. Your written proposal explains the work, products, and price before you make a decision.

3. We manage the work from start to finish

Your project manager coordinates the crew, schedule, materials, and updates. Our trained painters respect your home and your routine, work carefully and independently, and keep the work area organized.

4. We check our work

Before we close the job, your project manager checks the finished work against our company standards and your signed agreement. We take care of anything that needs attention, then walk through the project with you.

5. We stay accountable

Our whole team works together so your experience is a good one, from your first call to the finished job. We stand behind every promise and warranty in your proposal, and we’re here when you need us after the job.

Our Projects

Take a Look At Some Past Richmond Projects

A Bedroom With Green-Tinged White Walls And White Ceiling, With A Bed And Small Furniture Items
A Complete View Of A Customized Playing Room Made Up Of A Football Theme, With A Football Ground-Shaped Carpet
A Drawing Room With Hunter-Green Color Walls, Ceiling Painted In White, And A Few Slider Windows With Curtains
A Drawing Room With Hunter Green Color Ceiling And Walls With White Borders, A Light Grey Carpet, And A Few Slider Windows
A Front View Of A Feature Wall Corner In A House Painted In Black Color With A Fireplace Underneath It
After Cabinet Repainting In Residential Kitchen
A Full View Of A Complete House Painted Professionally In Multi Colors
A Long View Of A Hall In A House With All Household Essentials And Lush Brown Marble Flooring With Strokes Of Sunlight
A Main Hall Area Of A House With Clean Brown Marble Flooring, Light Green Painted Walls, And White Painted Ceiling
A Neat View Of The Wooden Stair Railing Painted In A Beautiful Wooden Color, Featuring Shiny Black Lower Bars
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We do Interior Painting & Exterior Painting!

Painters On Ladders Painting A White And Black Modern Farmhouse

How Exterior Painting Benefits Your Property!

Fresh exterior paint does real work for your home. It helps protect siding and trim from sun, rain, humidity, and changing weather, and it gives your Richmond home curb appeal that adds to its long-term value.

The protection only lasts if the prep is right, so we prioritize cleaning, repairs, caulking, and surface preparation before any paint goes on. Premium exterior paint systems are used for long-term performance and are backed by manufacturer lifetime product warranties to help provide additional peace of mind.

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Our Core Values
Proud of What Got Us Here
Trust

We pride ourselves on developing exceptional relationships grounded in trust with all of our local clients

Community

Community is the foundation of how we approach our business. Let’s Upgrade Painting wants to be a bedrock of our community

Quality

Quality is of the utmost importance. We believe that our quality speaks for us and our Referrals Agree!

Our Service Area

We offer Interior & Exterior Painting Services Near You!

Our owners have called Central Virginia home for years. As a local business, we love serving our neighbors and building long-term relationships in the following areas:

FAQs

Questions & Answers About Exterior Painting in Richmond

Have questions about exterior painting in Richmond? We’re here to help answer them. If you don’t see your question below, feel free to give us a call.

Can you help me choose exterior colors for my Richmond home?

Yes. Our team offers color consultation to help you pick exterior colors that complement your home’s style. We’re glad to talk through siding, trim, shutter, and front door colors with you.

What prep is involved before you paint the exterior?

Prep is a big part of every exterior job. We handle cleaning, repairs, caulking, and surface preparation before any paint or stain goes on, because that work is what helps the finish last.

How long does an exterior painting project take?

It depends on the size of your home and the scope of work. We’ll give you a timeline estimate during the initial consultation, and your dedicated project manager will keep you updated on scheduling.

How much does exterior painting cost?

Every home is different, so we price each exterior project around the work your home actually needs. Size plays a part, but prep is usually what moves the price the most. Repairs, scraping, sanding, priming, protection, and tricky access all take time before the finish coats ever go on.

To give you a ballpark, the exterior of a home around 3,200 square feet is about $8,000 to $12,000, and it can go higher.

That includes paint and materials.

Your final price comes down to which surfaces we’re painting and the shape they’re in, how much prep and repair they need, how easy they are to reach, your colors, and the paint system that suits your home. We use a lot of Sherwin-Williams and Benjamin Moore, but we’ll recommend whatever works best for your surfaces and what you’re going for.

Once we’ve seen your project and heard what you need, you’ll get a written proposal that spells out the prep, products, scope, and price.

Do you also stain decks, fences and front doors?

Yes. Staining services are available for decks, fences, exterior wood surfaces, and front doors. Stain helps protect the wood and maintain its natural beauty.

What sets Let’s Upgrade Painting apart from other painting companies in Richmond?

Our commitment to quality, attention to detail, and customer satisfaction. Every project gets a dedicated project manager, clear communication, and detailed prep, so you can trust your Richmond home is in good hands.

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