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Exterior home or structure paint or stainers in Ames

Avatar for Brink Custom Painting
Brink Custom Painting
2125 F Three Bridges Rd
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Brink Custom Painting
2125 F Three Bridges Rd
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
9 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Brink Custom Painting began in the 1970s as a summer job and became a full-fledged business in 1982. Originally based in Arizona, it relocated to Marshalltown, Iowa, in 2002 to be closer to family. Specializing in residential, commercial, and agricultural projects, the company is known for quality workmanship and a "hassle-free, mess-free" approach. Focused on trust, precision, and collaboration, Brink Custom Painting delivers lasting, transformative results while building strong client relationships.

"Randy and his team were very professional and hard working. Arrived each day on time. He gave us a fair quote and we were very happy with the results! We would highly recommend using Randy for your painting projects."

Jeff K on April 2025

Brink Custom Painting began in the 1970s as a summer job and became a full-fledged business in 1982. Originally based in Arizona, it relocated to Marshalltown, Iowa, in 2002 to be closer to family. Specializing in residential, commercial, and agricultural projects, the company is known for quality workmanship and a "hassle-free, mess-free" approach. Focused on trust, precision, and collaboration, Brink Custom Painting delivers lasting, transformative results while building strong client relationships.

"Randy and his team were very professional and hard working. Arrived each day on time. He gave us a fair quote and we were very happy with the results! We would highly recommend using Randy for your painting projects."

Jeff K on April 2025


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Simply Painting Company
317 NW Driftwood Dr
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Simply Painting Company
317 NW Driftwood Dr
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
20 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

Simply Painting Company is a locally owned and operated painting business committed to delivering outstanding craftsmanship and personalized service. Serving the entire Des Moines area, we bring color and creativity to homes and businesses. With a focus on residential and commercial painting, our skilled artisans have transformed hundreds of spaces, including apartments, schools, and businesses. We aim to set the standard in our field. Ranked among the top painting companies, our mission is to create amazing customer experiences, enriching one neighborhood at a time. Contact Simply Painting for a free estimate and let us turn your vision into a tailored reality!

"Had a wonderful experience with Simply Painting Company! They provided some great recommendations on paint color options, provided timely communication regarding status of the project, and provided competitive pricing. On painting day they arrived promptly to start the project and did a great job. They even completed the project a day ahead of schedule. I highly recommend Simply Painting Company"

Katie P on March 2025

Simply Painting Company is a locally owned and operated painting business committed to delivering outstanding craftsmanship and personalized service. Serving the entire Des Moines area, we bring color and creativity to homes and businesses. With a focus on residential and commercial painting, our skilled artisans have transformed hundreds of spaces, including apartments, schools, and businesses. We aim to set the standard in our field. Ranked among the top painting companies, our mission is to create amazing customer experiences, enriching one neighborhood at a time. Contact Simply Painting for a free estimate and let us turn your vision into a tailored reality!

"Had a wonderful experience with Simply Painting Company! They provided some great recommendations on paint color options, provided timely communication regarding status of the project, and provided competitive pricing. On painting day they arrived promptly to start the project and did a great job. They even completed the project a day ahead of schedule. I highly recommend Simply Painting Company"

Katie P on March 2025


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Groovy Hues Painting
3211 Southwest Timberline Drive
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Groovy Hues Painting
3211 Southwest Timberline Drive
5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
241 local quotes requested

Spreading Positivity Through Our Painting Services When it's time to paint your home or business, who do you turn to? With one search for nearby painters, you'll be quickly overwhelmed by the number of options available – including some that may not always be trustworthy or reputable. That's the exact reason why Groovy Hues was born. Our vision was to establish a company that goes beyond offering top-notch painting services. We aimed to infuse positivity and good vibes throughout the entire process, with the ultimate goal of reshaping the painting industry – and guess what? It works! Today, as part of the HorsePower Brands family, we continue to uplift our customers and their spaces with our vibrant painting services across multiple locations. Our national partnerships and dedicated customer service hub allow us to spread our vision, deliver the best painting services to more customers, and spread the peace and love we're known for! Our Painting & Power Washing Services At Groovy Hues, we specialize in both residential and commercial painting services. Whether you need a single room painted or an entire office building, our team of experienced painters will get the job done with precision and efficiency. Our gutter and shutter add-on services will also give your building a complete makeover that will make heads turn. We offer efficient power washing services to clean your property's exterior quickly! Choose between two pressure washing options. For delicate surfaces like roofs and siding, we can remove dirt, grime, and stains gently. For driveways, patios, and more, we provide a deeper, more intensive wash. Our options clean your property and keep it looking fresh!

"Team did an amazing job prepping the cabinets, painting them and completing clean-up. If you are considering having your cabinets painted - I highly recommend Groovy Hues!"

Marie P on December 2024

Spreading Positivity Through Our Painting Services When it's time to paint your home or business, who do you turn to? With one search for nearby painters, you'll be quickly overwhelmed by the number of options available – including some that may not always be trustworthy or reputable. That's the exact reason why Groovy Hues was born. Our vision was to establish a company that goes beyond offering top-notch painting services. We aimed to infuse positivity and good vibes throughout the entire process, with the ultimate goal of reshaping the painting industry – and guess what? It works! Today, as part of the HorsePower Brands family, we continue to uplift our customers and their spaces with our vibrant painting services across multiple locations. Our national partnerships and dedicated customer service hub allow us to spread our vision, deliver the best painting services to more customers, and spread the peace and love we're known for! Our Painting & Power Washing Services At Groovy Hues, we specialize in both residential and commercial painting services. Whether you need a single room painted or an entire office building, our team of experienced painters will get the job done with precision and efficiency. Our gutter and shutter add-on services will also give your building a complete makeover that will make heads turn. We offer efficient power washing services to clean your property's exterior quickly! Choose between two pressure washing options. For delicate surfaces like roofs and siding, we can remove dirt, grime, and stains gently. For driveways, patios, and more, we provide a deeper, more intensive wash. Our options clean your property and keep it looking fresh!

"Team did an amazing job prepping the cabinets, painting them and completing clean-up. If you are considering having your cabinets painted - I highly recommend Groovy Hues!"

Marie P on December 2024


Avatar for Midwest Paint
Midwest Paint
5741 NE 22nd St
4.87(
15
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Approved Pro
Midwest Paint
5741 NE 22nd St
4.87(
15
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
217 local quotes requested

Midwest Paint is your trusted partner for professional painting services, bringing over 25 years of experience to every project. We specialize in both residential and commercial painting, providing high-quality finishes and exceptional service that stands the test of time. Our dedication to detail and commitment to using premium materials ensures that every job exceeds client expectations. Whether refreshing a home or transforming a business, Midwest Paint delivers beautiful, long-lasting results that protect your investment.

"Got to my project very fast & it looks great"

Kelley P on June 2024

Midwest Paint is your trusted partner for professional painting services, bringing over 25 years of experience to every project. We specialize in both residential and commercial painting, providing high-quality finishes and exceptional service that stands the test of time. Our dedication to detail and commitment to using premium materials ensures that every job exceeds client expectations. Whether refreshing a home or transforming a business, Midwest Paint delivers beautiful, long-lasting results that protect your investment.

"Got to my project very fast & it looks great"

Kelley P on June 2024


Scott's Home Renewal
676 44th St
4.57(
175
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Approved Pro
Scott's Home Renewal
676 44th St
4.57(
175
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
630 local quotes requested
31 years of experience

Owner operated. Uses subs for labor & large jobs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service charges. May contact through email.

"Andy's crew is very professional and did a great job. My home was difficult to get drywall into. They carried each sheet upstairs. Walls finished very well. Dedicated spray equipment created smooth application of knock down texture. Ceilings Looks great. No damage. No surprises. Priced right, but they weren't the cheapest option. On time. No excuses. They protected my property and cleaned up after themselves. As a property manager, I will definitely use Scott's again."

Diane L on September 2018

Owner operated. Uses subs for labor & large jobs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service charges. May contact through email.

"Andy's crew is very professional and did a great job. My home was difficult to get drywall into. They carried each sheet upstairs. Walls finished very well. Dedicated spray equipment created smooth application of knock down texture. Ceilings Looks great. No damage. No surprises. Priced right, but they weren't the cheapest option. On time. No excuses. They protected my property and cleaned up after themselves. As a property manager, I will definitely use Scott's again."

Diane L on September 2018


Avatar for 515 Painting & Home Services
515 Painting & Home Services
2910 Wood Street
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
515 Painting & Home Services
2910 Wood Street
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
284 local quotes requested

515 Painting & Home Services is a professional painting company offering a vast array of residential and commercial painting and services in central Iowa. We believe in providing meticulous work at a fair price and superb customer service in every job we complete – start to finish. After working as subcontractors for large painting contractors, we now offer our painting services directly to the customer, giving you the opportunity to hire our highly experienced team at affordable prices without paying the high prices of a large contractor; while also giving us the opportunity to establish relationships with our customers for a more personalized experience as a local, family-owned business. You can always trust us for accurate estimates and speedy, reliable service. We know our customers take great pride in their homes and businesses, which is why we are proud to offer painting and repair services that will enhance and protect these spaces. We look forward to hearing from you!

"Fantastic job - clean up was great, prep work was fast and actual painting went fast and very detailed - would for sure hire the gang again!"

Gary R on May 2024

515 Painting & Home Services is a professional painting company offering a vast array of residential and commercial painting and services in central Iowa. We believe in providing meticulous work at a fair price and superb customer service in every job we complete – start to finish. After working as subcontractors for large painting contractors, we now offer our painting services directly to the customer, giving you the opportunity to hire our highly experienced team at affordable prices without paying the high prices of a large contractor; while also giving us the opportunity to establish relationships with our customers for a more personalized experience as a local, family-owned business. You can always trust us for accurate estimates and speedy, reliable service. We know our customers take great pride in their homes and businesses, which is why we are proud to offer painting and repair services that will enhance and protect these spaces. We look forward to hearing from you!

"Fantastic job - clean up was great, prep work was fast and actual painting went fast and very detailed - would for sure hire the gang again!"

Gary R on May 2024


Avatar for That 1 Painter Central Iowa
That 1 Painter Central Iowa
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
That 1 Painter Central Iowa
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
238 local quotes requested

That 1 Painter is your local residential & commercial painter proudly serving the Des Moines, IA and Central Iowa region. Our trusted and reliable interior & exterior painting services are all backed by a 3 year warranty. Our Guarantee: We show up on time. We send your quote within 24 hours. We work consecutive days. We keep the job site clean. We do thorough job inspections. We are fully insured. No job is too big or too small — we do it all! Give us a call to schedule a free estimate.

"They did a great job, got it done quick and were very knowledgeable!"

Amy J on January 2025

That 1 Painter is your local residential & commercial painter proudly serving the Des Moines, IA and Central Iowa region. Our trusted and reliable interior & exterior painting services are all backed by a 3 year warranty. Our Guarantee: We show up on time. We send your quote within 24 hours. We work consecutive days. We keep the job site clean. We do thorough job inspections. We are fully insured. No job is too big or too small — we do it all! Give us a call to schedule a free estimate.

"They did a great job, got it done quick and were very knowledgeable!"

Amy J on January 2025


Unique Closet Systems
Unknown
No reviews
Unique Closet Systems
Unknown
No reviews
35 years of experience

Unique Closet Systems has the perfect fit, no matter what your storage needs require or what your budget may be. We do this all by not compromising quality, but by offering a variety of styles. All are made to function perfectly, and made to your standards of durability and precision. We offer free estimates and great monthly deals.

Unique Closet Systems has the perfect fit, no matter what your storage needs require or what your budget may be. We do this all by not compromising quality, but by offering a variety of styles. All are made to function perfectly, and made to your standards of durability and precision. We offer free estimates and great monthly deals.


Jontz Painting
Box 304
5.00(
2
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Jontz Painting
Box 304
5.00(
2
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Retail painting, free estimates, residential, light commercial, journeyman craftsmanship, full service painting contractor.

Retail painting, free estimates, residential, light commercial, journeyman craftsmanship, full service painting contractor.


OSBORNE-FORD PAINTING INC
1945 NE 45TH CT
No reviews
OSBORNE-FORD PAINTING INC
1945 NE 45TH CT
No reviews
34 years of experience

we are a family business .we have been in business since 1991 but have many more years in the trade. we are three brothers who do the work ourselves to keep the quality of our work high. we like to put our name on each job. the goal is to have a satisfied customer.we give free estimates.we have many refferals.we use quality materials and stand behind our work.

we are a family business .we have been in business since 1991 but have many more years in the trade. we are three brothers who do the work ourselves to keep the quality of our work high. we like to put our name on each job. the goal is to have a satisfied customer.we give free estimates.we have many refferals.we use quality materials and stand behind our work.

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Exterior home or structure paint or stains FAQs

Exterior paint costs around $20 to $80 per gallon, while interior paint costs around $20 to $30 per gallon. Outside paints tend to be pricier because they need to withstand the elements, such as abrasion, moisture, and color corrosion from the sun. In addition, painting the outside of a home is more costly at around $3,100, while painting a home interior costs around $2,000.

Use our paint calculator to determine the number of gallons of paint needed for your project. The average gallon of exterior paint covers 350 square feet in a single coat. So, a 1,500-square-foot home with a paintable area of 1,100 square feet requires seven gallons of paint for a two-coat application.

When determining how much extra paint to purchase and whether to apply primer, clear planning is essential. Rounding up your paint requirements ensures complete coverage and prevents gaps during the application process. Extra paint acts as a safeguard against miscalculations, while proper primer application—decided by the paint type and exterior condition—secures adhesion and long-lasting protection.

When determining how often to repaint your home’s exterior, careful evaluation of both the current paint condition and building materials is crucial. Exterior paint is engineered to last five to 10 years. Aluminum surfaces require repainting every five years, wood requires a new coat every three to seven years, and painted brick needs refreshing every 15 to 20 years. Visible chipping or cracking signals the need for prompt repainting to sustain protection and curb appeal.

When deciding whether to roll or spray exterior house paint, the method chosen directly influences the overall finish and work efficiency. Rolling delivers precision and control for tight, detailed areas, whereas spraying achieves a smooth, even coat on large surfaces with high efficiency. The equipment used and labor intensity are key considerations; homeowners must choose the technique that best suits their project scale and quality requirements.

When evaluating the duration of an exterior painting project, a professional team completes an average-sized house within three to four days. Larger or more complex projects—such as three-story homes or residences with extensive architectural details—require five to six days due to increased surface area and additional setup. A contractor provides an exact timeline after reviewing all project specifics.

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