Painters Madison WI 

Interior Painting

Exterior Painting Guide: Table of Contents

1. When is The Best Time of Year to Paint House Exterior?

2. How Long Does an Exterior Paint Job Last?

3. How Many Coats of Paint Do I Need?

4. What Is The Best Exterior Paint?

Professional Painters

At the risk of sounding like we’re undervaluing our services, painting in and of itself isn’t actually all that difficult. But the difference between hiring professional painters and just slapping up a coat of random paint is the attention to detail… not only in service / communication, but also in assessing surfaces, prep work, selecting appropriate paints, and applying the right finishes to achieve long-lasting, high-quality results.

Because of all of these factors, hiring a professional painting contractor for your residential or commercial projects can impact how often you need to re-paint. When done correctly, for example, an exterior paint job should last 5-10 years (depending on exposure to the elements).

Importance of Hiring Professional Painters for Quality Work

Bottom line? We have the expertise and experience to deliver not only a finished product that looks clean and precise, but also the level of customer service you deserve.

Throughout your estimate and at the beginning of your project, we closely assess all surfaces we’re working on. We won’t ignore problem areas just to stick to a schedule. We’ll make you aware of wood rot or other potential issues so you can make informed decisions and we can handle them properly!

When exterior house painting projects aren’t done correctly, they typically fail in the first couple season changes. Since we warranty our painting jobs, it doesn’t serve either one of us to rush through at the expense of doing the job correctly.

This means we’ll take the time to bring in the right tools to clean your home, scrape loose paint, sand (when possible), wire brush, caulk, and prime to prepare the surfaces we’re painting for you. Psst… if your home was built before 1978, there’s a chance lead paint was used at some point. But good news – 3rd Gen is EPA Lead Certified to handle any contaminants properly to keep you and your family safe!

Because of our expert technique and professional equipment (such as commercial sprayers), we’re also able to create a smooth, even application of paint and clean lines. (Because who wants to stare at wavy paint lines along trim or ceilings.)

Overall, hiring professional painters like 3rd Gen can:

• save you time and stress
• save you money (through our product discounts, not having to buy or rent tools, not taking time off of work, or having to redo areas multiple times)
• help your project last longer (through excellent prep and appropriately chosen materials)
• provide you a cleaner finished product

And as we said before, we pride ourselves on our excellent communication with clients. You’ll never wonder when we’re coming, what we’re doing, or when we’ll be done. We’ll keep you in the loop every step of the way.

Experience and Expertise of Professional Painters in Madison, WI

Because painting is where we got our start in the home improvement world, it’s kind of our bread and butter. Currently, we offer many services in Madison, WI, such as exterior painting, interior painting, drywall, wallpaper removal, fence / deck staining, and porch painting for both residential and commercial properties!

Services Offered

Obviously, every company does things a little differently, so let’s dive into a couple of our painting services a bit more so you know what to expect…

Commercial Painting

Though we got our start in residential painting, we’ve completed many commercial painting projects over the years. From Dairy Queens to local radio stations and office suites to apartment complexes, we’re happy to offer both interior and exterior painting services to fellow Madison business owners.

Benefits of Hiring 3rd Gen for Commercial Projects

Not only will you receive the same high quality work and professional services that our residential clients do, you’ll also get the opportunity to work with a team that gets it. We’re not just a one-man show. We have a full team of multiple crews and know there are important factors for our commercial customers that need to be considered…

For example, we know that updating your space with minimal interruption is vital. Whether that means strategically painting specific areas at a time to limit blocking entrances for customers or coordinating our painting schedule with when employees will be out of the office, we’ve got you covered.

We also know that being budget-friendly is important. And while we are firm on our pricing because it’s fair and calculated strategically to cover costs and care for our team (much like your pricing), we are happy to chat through different materials and other cost-saving options. Together, we can find the right solution for your bottomline.

Residential Exterior Painting Service 

If you’ve ever seen an HGTV type before and after, you know the impact paint can have on the look of a home. It completely revitalizes an outdoor space and if done correctly, can also protect your home for years to come.

When our team of professional painters come to complete the transformation on your outdoor spaces, you can rest assured we’re going to do things right. Let’s do a quick recap of our service details. Here’s what you can expect from our exterior painting process:

• a design consultation to ensure we’re on the same page about all details including colors, where we can store equipment overnight to keep it out of your way, etc.
• pre-cleaning using a pressure washer (if not lead contaminated)
• scraping, sanding (when possible), and / or wire brushing
• caulking along any major gaps or cracks to protect from moisture
• priming areas of bare wood
• 1-2 fresh coats of quality paint using Sherwin Williams high-end materials (with an emphasis on the right type of paint for your home and budget)
• daily clean up to respect your property
• final walkthrough with our crew to make sure you’re happy

Our exterior painters are happy to paint (or stain) any of your outdoor spaces including, but not limited to:

• siding (wood, aluminum, or otherwise)
• doors
• shutters
• decks
• porch floors
• fences
• windows
• decorative trim
• garden sheds

Importance of Maintaining the Exterior of a Property

We like to joke about how much a can of paint can transform the look of a home and increase curb appeal, but it’s the truth… a freshly painted home just looks so much better. You can see for yourself just by looking at some of our favorite outdoor paint job before and after photos.

According to an article by Home Light, not only can an exterior paint job provide an ROI of nearly 51%, enhancing your home exterior can also boost the property value of your home by 2-5%. (On a $300,000 home, that’s as much as a $15,000 increase!)

But even if you plan to stick around your home for a while, painting should be a top priority if you want to avoid major issues. Wood rot (which can increase chances of wood-eating insects), water leaking around failing caulk, and long-term exposure of bare wood to the elements can lead to structural damage, which can get expensive quickly!

Good prep work and consistent painting maintenance can go a long way in the preservation of your home and the prevention of serious problems down the road. It keeps your building materials sealed and protected from things like harsh sun, snow, hail, rain, and all the other joyous things Wisconsin weather sends our way!

Residential Interior Painting in Madison, WI

As licensed GCs who remodel home interiors regularly, we’re also able to be a full service painting contractor for you! Not only can we offer a fresh coat of paint in your living spaces, our team can also help with wallpaper removal, trim replacement, and drywall repair.

Again, our goal is to make sure you get the best customer service throughout your painting project. Making you track down multiple contractors to finish the job isn’t what we’d consider stress-free.

When we initially meet during your estimate, our experienced team member will walk you through various options to make sure you receive an affordable price within your budget. For example, one coat of paint is obviously going to be cheaper than two. If we know ahead of time you have budget concerns, we’ll recommend colors or Sherwin Williams paints that will cover well once over.

If you’re excited to give your interior a major paint overhaul, we’re even happy to recommend local designers who can help you choose the best colors to complement your home!

But either way, we’re not just going to collect your square footage info and spit out a number. Our team is here to listen and provide you a custom quote.

Benefits of Interior Painting

While the initial desire isn’t usually as protection driven, interior painting maintenance is also important. Over time, wooden windows and baseboards can get beat up, revealing bare wood. Things like condensation can start to compromise the trim, leading to costly repairs.

If you plan to sell in the near future, you should also know that painting your home’s interior has an ROI of 107%. It’s one of the easiest (and most cost effective) ways to improve your home.

3rd Gen Painters Madison WI Reviews

Madison Painting Homeowner Resources

With over 100 5-Star house painting reviews online, 3rd Gen Painting is, without a doubt, the #1 reviewed house painter in Madison WI, and Dane County of 2023!

For one thing, our painters and carpenters take a lot of pride in the customer service and quality of work they provide and it shows. Their attention to detail is unmatched and has helped make us one of the best rated painting companies in Madison.

Whether we are doing simple drywall repairs and painting a wall in your living room or building a composite deck in your backyard, our goal is to earn a stellar review from each of our painting or remodeling clients.

Keeping our top spot as one of the top rated painting companies in Madison isn’t going to be easy. However, I have a feeling our painting and remodeling crews are up for the challenge!

Talented Deck Contractors in Madison WI

We offer more than house painting and deck re-staining! Our deck crews in Madison WI do incredible work & will help design & build the exterior wood or composite deck of your dreams! We are experienced in working with top-quality exterior wood / treated lumber products as well as composite decking brands like AZEK, TimberTech, & Trex Decking. 

If you’re interested in a screen porch, 3 or 4-season room, or a new deck, be sure to check out our decking page to learn more!