House Painting in Seattle — Interior & Exterior Painters Who Prep Before They Paint
Interior painting, exterior house painting, trim, doors, cabinets and decks. Our Seattle painting crew handles prep, wood and siding repair, priming and finish coats — so the paint lasts through Seattle winters.
- Written, fixed price. Rooms, surfaces, coats and paint products listed on your estimate.
- Prep and repairs included. Patching, caulking, sanding and rotted trim or siding repair before paint goes on.
- Licensed, bonded and insured in Washington. WA L&I #INREAI*784MG, $30k bond, $1M/$2M liability. 4.9★ from 61 verified Thumbtack reviews.
Full exterior repaint in Tacoma — about $4,000. See the project →
Before and after: house painting projects by Inreal Construction
Real photos from our own painting jobs — exteriors, interiors and full repaints in the Seattle–Tacoma area.
Dark gray siding repainted bright white — a full exterior refresh
Every surface of this single-story home was repainted: siding, trim and doors. The project budget was about $4,000. See the full project →
Waterfront cottage washed, repaired and repainted white
We washed the facade to remove dirt and mold, filled cracks and leveled the surfaces, then applied several coats of high-quality white paint. Done in five days. See the full project →
Gutted interior finished with new drywall, texture and fresh paint
Drywall replacement, texture and professional wall painting as part of a full interior renovation that also included electrical and flooring. See the full project →
Dated stone fireplace wall finished in textured plaster and paint
The old stone fireplace wall was covered and finished in decorative textured plaster, with the room repainted around new windows. See the full project →
Interior and exterior painting for Seattle homes
One crew that can repair the surface and paint it, so the finish lasts.
Interior Painting
Walls, ceilings, trim and doors painted with full prep and clean, straight lines.
Exterior House Painting
Washing, scraping, priming and two coats on siding, trim, fascia and doors.
Cabinet Painting
Kitchen and bathroom cabinets cleaned, sanded, primed and sprayed for a smooth, durable finish.
Trim, Doors & Baseboards
Fresh paint on trim, doors and baseboards for a quick, high-impact update.
Deck & Fence Staining
Cleaning, repairs and stain or paint on decks and fences to protect the wood.
Drywall & Siding Repair
Drywall patching and rotted siding or trim replacement before painting.
Plan exterior painting early. Seattle’s dry months book up fast — interior painting can be done year-round.
Interior and exterior house painting in Seattle: what each job includes
Both get the same prep standard. What changes is the surface, the products and the season we can paint in.
Interior painting
- Furniture moved and covered, floors masked
- Nail pops, cracks and dents patched and sanded
- Caulked trim and baseboards for clean lines
- Stain-blocking primer on repairs and water marks
- Two finish coats on walls, ceilings, trim and doors
- Low-VOC paint options for occupied homes
Exterior painting
- Soft wash to remove dirt, moss and mildew
- Scraping and sanding of loose and peeling paint
- Rotted siding, trim and fascia replaced by our carpenters
- Primer on bare wood and repairs
- Two coats of exterior paint made for wet climates
- Windows, plants and walkways protected
What house painting in Seattle actually costs
Typical 2026 Seattle-area ranges for planning. We give you a written price after a free walkthrough.
| Project | Typical Seattle cost | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| One room, interiorWalls and ceiling, two coats, prep | $500–$1,500 | 1–2 days |
| Whole interior2,000 sq ft home, walls, ceilings, trim | $8k–$18k | 1–2 weeks |
| Exterior house paintingAverage single-family home, wash, prep, 2 coats | $6k–$15k | 1–2 weeks |
| Cabinet paintingAverage kitchen, sprayed finish | $4k–$9k | 4–7 days |
| Deck stainingClean, minor repairs, stain | $1k–$3k | 1–3 days |
Painters backed by a full construction crew
Most painters stop at the surface. We repair rotted trim, siding and drywall ourselves, so the paint goes on a sound surface and lasts.
Licensed, bonded & insured
WA L&I registration #INREAI*784MG, $30,000 contractor bond and $1M/$2M general liability. Certificates sent with your quote.
Fixed, written price
The number you sign is the number you pay, unless you approve a change in writing.
Repairs in-house
Rotted siding, trim and drywall fixed by our carpenters before painting.
Thorough prep
Washing, scraping, sanding, patching and caulking on every job.
Clean, protected home
Floors, furniture, plants and windows covered; daily clean-up.
Workmanship warranty
Written warranty on our work. If something we installed fails, we come back.
Our painting process, step by step
A clear process with a fixed scope.
Call or send the form
Tell us which rooms or exterior areas and your timing.
2 minutesFree walkthrough
We check surfaces, note repairs and help with color and sheen choices.
30–60 minutesWritten estimate
Surfaces, prep, repairs, coats and products listed, fixed price.
Within a few daysPrep & repairs
Protection, washing, scraping, patching, caulking and rot repair.
Day 1+Prime & paint
Primer where needed and two finish coats.
Per scheduleWalkthrough & touch-ups
Final inspection with you, touch-ups and clean-up.
Final dayCheck us before you let us in the door
Washington law requires every contractor to be registered, bonded and insured. Plenty of “handymen” quoting your job are not. Here’s our paperwork so you can verify it yourself in about a minute.
Verify it yourself: search our registration number on the Washington State L&I Verify a Contractor page — you’ll see the active licence, the bond, the insurance, and that we have no lawsuits, violations or L&I tax debts on record. A current certificate of insurance and our L&I printout go out with every quote, and we’ll name you as certificate holder on request.
Get my free quoteWhat Seattle-area homeowners say after the job
Very professional, excellent work ethic, clean job site, great staff, and nothing changed on the agreement on price. The quality of the work was perfect.
Roof vents, meeting code for crawl space, painting deck and a bunch of other work. Responsive and demonstrate huge ownership of their work. Hard to find such contractors.
Project was completed quickly and on budget. They refaced a dated fireplace and installed two picture windows. Really high quality job in record time.
I was especially impressed by how thoroughly they protected the floors before getting started. Once the job was complete, they left the place spotless.
What homeowners ask before booking
How much does it cost to paint a house in Seattle?
Exterior painting for an average Seattle single-family home typically costs $6,000–$15,000. Interior painting is usually $500–$1,500 per room or $8,000–$18,000 for a whole 2,000 sq ft interior. We give you a fixed written price after a free walkthrough.
When is the best time to paint a house exterior in Seattle?
The dry season from about May through September is best, because paint needs dry surfaces and mild temperatures to cure. Interior painting can be done any time of year.
How long does exterior paint last in Seattle?
With proper washing, repair and priming, a quality exterior paint job typically lasts about 7–10 years. Poor prep can cause peeling within 2–3 years.
Do you repair rotted siding and trim before painting?
Yes. Our own carpenters replace rotted siding, trim and fascia so the paint goes on a sound surface.
Do I need to move furniture before interior painting?
We move and cover furniture as part of the job. We ask you to remove small valuables and wall décor.
Do you paint kitchen cabinets?
Yes. We clean, sand, prime and spray cabinets for a smooth, durable finish.
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes. The walkthrough and written estimate are free and yours to keep.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. Inreal Construction is registered as INREAL INC with Washington State L&I, contractor registration #INREAI*784MG, with a $30,000 contractor bond and $1M/$2M general liability insurance.
House painting in Seattle and nearby cities
Based in the Seattle area, our painting crew works across Seattle neighborhoods and nearby King, Pierce and Kitsap County cities.
King County
- Seattle
- Bellevue
- Redmond
- Kirkland
- Renton
- Kent
- Issaquah
- Federal Way
- Shoreline
- SeaTac
- Bothell
- Sammamish
Pierce County
- Tacoma
- Gig Harbor
- Puyallup
- Lakewood
- Fife
- Key Peninsula
Kitsap County
- Bremerton
- Port Orchard
- Silverdale
- Poulsbo
- Bainbridge Island
- Olalla
- Burley
- Wauna
Ready to paint your Seattle home?
Call with your address and a few details, or send the form and we’ll call you back within one business day.
(425) 474-3124Mon–Sat 8:00–17:30 · Seattle, King, Pierce & Kitsap County
INREAL INC · Washington State contractor registration #INREAI*784MG · UBI 604 922 738 · $30,000 contractor bond and $1M/$2M general liability through Contractors Bonding & Insurance Company (an RLI company).
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