House Painting in Loudoun, VA

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Living room after painting, sage green walls
Living room before painting, neutral tones
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We Paint Everything

We paint across Ashburn, Broad Run, and Dulles with consistent prep, premium products, and a 3-year transferable warranty. Our Loudoun crew specializes in interior repaints, exterior siding refresh, cabinet refinishing, deck staining, drywall repair, and limewash, all engineered to hold up against Virginia's four-season Mid-Atlantic climate.

Freshly painted interior living room with bright walls and clean trim work

Interior Painting

Transform your living spaces with flawless color and finish.

Interior Painting
Exterior house painting project with crisp siding and updated curb appeal

Exterior Painting

Curb appeal that lasts. Expert coatings for every climate.

Exterior Painting
Commercial painting project in a polished business interior

Commercial Painting

Professional-grade finishes that elevate your business space.

Commercial Painting
Kitchen cabinet painting project with a smooth factory-style finish

Cabinet Painting

Refresh your kitchen with a smooth, factory-quality finish.

Cabinet Painting
Limewash finish adding texture and depth to painted masonry

Limewash

Authentic European lime-based finishes for timeless texture and depth.

Limewash
Painted brick exterior with a durable updated finish

Brick Painting

Breathe new life into brick with lasting, beautiful color.

Brick Painting

Trusted Paint Partners

Sherwin-Williams
Benjamin Moore
Behr
PPG
Romabio
Melissa Riley, locally owned and operated That 1 Painter Loudoun franchise owner

We're Locally Owned

That 1 Painter Loudoun is owned and operated by Melissa Riley, serving Ashburn, Broad Run, and Dulles with our crews and a 3-year written warranty. Every estimate is reviewed by ownership, no call centers.

Your painting project means as much to us as it does to you. We're licensed and insured, and our promise is simple: we'll be your best house guests, treating your place with the utmost care and leaving it even more pristine than when we arrived.

Aerial view of Loudoun County Virginia residential neighborhoods served by That 1 Painter

Areas Served

That 1 Painter Loudoun serves homeowners and businesses across Loudoun County, from Ashburn and Sterling through Leesburg, Lansdowne, Dulles, and Middleburg's Hunt Country, painting Mid-Atlantic Hardie-sided subdivisions, historic-district frame and brick, and stone-and-mortar farmhouses through humid summers and freeze-thaw winters.

(703) 935-0913
44679 Endicott Dr
Ashburn, VA 20147
Hours
Mon–Sun
7 AM – 10 PM

Recent Loudoun Painting Projects

A look at the craftsmanship we bring to homes and businesses across Loudoun. From full-home interior repaints and kitchen cabinet refinishing to exterior siding, stucco, and trim work, every painting project in Loudoun is prepped, primed, and finished by licensed, insured local painters. Browse recent residential and commercial painting projects to see the color matching, surface prep, and clean lines homeowners across Loudoun trust us to deliver.

Professional exterior painting project in Loudoun by That 1 Painter
Exterior Painting
Professional interior painting project in Loudoun by That 1 Painter
Interior Painting
Professional exterior painting project in Loudoun by That 1 Painter
Exterior Painting
Professional cabinet & interior painting project in Loudoun by That 1 Painter
Cabinet & Interior Painting
Professional exterior painting project in Loudoun by That 1 Painter
Exterior Painting
Professional cabinet & interior painting project in Loudoun by That 1 Painter
Cabinet & Interior Painting
Paint It Forward

Every year, our Loudoun team teams up with franchise owners across the country to gift complete paint transformations to deserving families, small businesses, and non-profits. It's our way of giving back to the community that's given us so much, one home, one story, one fresh coat at a time.

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Painting Cost in Loudoun 2026 Guide

Painting pricing in Loudoun reflects three local realities: Virginia's four-season Mid-Atlantic climate, the prep workload required by humid summers, freezing winters, and four-season expansion stress, and the access surcharges common in Ashburn and Broad Run. This 2026 guide shows real numbers from real Loudoun jobs.

Project Type
Low
High
Average
Interior (per sq ft)
$3.50
$6.25
$4.50
Exterior (per sq ft)
$3.25
$5.75
$4.25
Cabinet Refinishing
$4,500
$9,500
$6,500
Single Room
$550
$1,200
$800
Whole-Home Interior
$7,500
$18,000
$11,500
Whole-Home Exterior
$6,000
$14,000
$9,500

* All prices include materials, labor, and prep. Based on 2026 Loudoun averages.

2026 Loudoun Guide

What painting costs in Loudoun, and how to hire right.

An honest, in-depth breakdown from That 1 Painter Loudoun. No fluff, no upsells, just the numbers and the questions that protect your home.

What painting really costs in Loudoun

Painting pricing in Loudoun reflects three local realities: Virginia's four-season Mid-Atlantic climate, the prep workload required by humid summers, freezing winters, and four-season expansion stress, and the access surcharges common in Ashburn and Broad Run. This 2026 guide shows real numbers from real Loudoun jobs.

Average cost by project type

2026 Loudoun

Bars are scaled to the highest average in the table, quick visual of where each project lands.

Interior (per sq ft)$4.50 avg
Low $3.50High $6.25
Exterior (per sq ft)$4.25 avg
Low $3.25High $5.75
Cabinet Refinishing$6,500 avg
Low $4,500High $9,500
Single Room$800 avg
Low $550High $1,200
Whole-Home Interior$11,500 avg
Low $7,500High $18,000
Whole-Home Exterior$9,500 avg
Low $6,000High $14,000
Average Low-High range

Where your money actually goes

A quality paint job is mostly labor and prep, not paint. Here's the typical split on a properly bid project.

Surface prep · 40%
Wash, scrape, sand, patch, caulk, prime
Labor & supervision · 30%
Skilled hands, lead on site daily
Paint & materials · 20%
Premium products, correct sheen, 2 coats
Protection & cleanup · 10%
Floors, furniture, landscaping, final walk

2026 Loudoun House Painting Rates Per Square Foot

Loudoun interior painting averages $3.25 per square foot in 2026, while exterior work averages $3.10. Pricing reflects humid summers, freezing winters, and four-season expansion stress, which drives the prep workload more than labor itself. Whole-home interior projects in Ashburn typically invoice between $6,000 and $11,000 fully completed.

Cold-Weather Cracking and Caulk Failure in Loudoun, VA

Expect 8–15% of total exterior labor in Loudoun to go toward winter-damage repair: re-caulking, spot priming, replacing rotted sill nosings, and resetting nails that have backed out. Skipping this step is the fastest way to repaint again in three years instead of eight.

Choosing Colors That Work in Loudoun Light

Light in Loudoun reads cooler in winter and warmer in summer, which can shift how a paint chip looks on the wall. We provide complimentary in-home consultations and large drawdown samples so Ashburn and Broad Run clients can see colors at full scale before committing. Virginia-popular palettes lean toward warm whites, deep greens, and limewash earth tones in 2026.

Why Loudoun Homeowners Refinish Cabinets Instead of Replacing

Cabinet refinishing in Loudoun typically runs $3,500 to $7,200 for a standard kitchen in 2026, versus $25,000+ for replacement. We strip, degrease, sand, prime with a bonding primer, and spray a conversion-varnish or 2K-urethane topcoat in our Loudoun shop or onsite booth. Ashburn kitchens with heavy door counts approach the upper range.

After-Hours Commercial Repaints in Loudoun, VA

Commercial painting in Loudoun is priced on access, scheduling constraints, and finish spec, not just square footage. Retail and office work in Ashburn typically requires after-hours scheduling, low-VOC products, and dust containment, which we line-item on every Loudoun commercial bid.

Moisture, Mildew, and Prep Pricing in Loudoun, VA

Painting in Virginia requires aggressive moisture management. Loudoun homes routinely show mildew on north-facing siding, swollen trim around bath fans, and chalking on south-facing brick. We allocate dedicated prep days for Ashburn and Broad Run projects so paint bonds rather than blisters.

Why Loudoun Exterior Estimates Include Carpentry Allowances

Most Loudoun exterior estimates include a carpentry allowance because humid summers, freezing winters, and four-season expansion stress drive wood rot at fascia, sill nosings, and bottom siding courses. We carry a small-carpentry crew so Ashburn and Broad Run projects don't stall waiting for a separate contractor. Typical rot allowance: $400–$1,500 per home.

How to hire a painter in Loudoun

Seven checks that separate a real pro from a risk.

  1. 1

    Get line-item estimates

    Real bids spell out surfaces, prep, exact products & sheens, number of coats, and timeline, not a round number on a business card.

  2. 2

    Verify license & insurance

    Ask for current certificates of liability and workers' comp. If they can't produce them, walk away.

  3. 3

    Know who's on site

    crews vs. day-labor subs. Same lead every day? Continuity protects quality.

  4. 4

    Pin down the prep process

    Wash, scrape, sand, caulk, patch, prime. 70% of a quality job lives in prep, if it's not itemized, the bid is incomplete.

  5. 5

    Read the warranty

    Look for a written, transferable warranty. That 1 Painter backs every project 3 years, transferable to the next owner.

  6. 6

    Check reviews that matter

    Google reviews on the local market page, BBB profile, and references from real homeowners, not a glossy brochure.

  7. 7

    Watch the red flags

    Cash-only deals, large up-front deposits, and "sign today" pressure are the most common signs of a job that won't finish well.

Smart questions to ask before you sign

Copy/paste these into your next estimate call.

  • What specific paint brand, line, and sheen are you using on each surface?
  • How many coats are included and what does the prep scope look like?
  • Who handles color consultation, drawdowns, and HOA paperwork?
  • What is the daily start time, end time, and total project duration?
  • How do you protect floors, furniture, and landscaping?
  • What is the payment schedule and what triggers each milestone?
  • How do you handle change orders or scope additions mid-project?

Ready for a real, line-item estimate?

Call That 1 Painter Loudoun at (703) 935-0913, written quotes, no pressure.

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Our 3-Year Warranty

Your peace of mind, at the top of mind with our three-year transferable warranty. Covers the painting job, even if you sell the house.

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The Complete Loudoun Painting Guide

Everything Loudoun homeowners should know before hiring a painter, services, seasonal timing, colors, HOA rules, and how to get the most value from your project. Written by the That 1 Painter Loudoun team.

Our Loudoun Painting Services

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Paint Reviews, Advice & Expert Tips

Honest product reviews, pro painting techniques, and helpful articles from professional painters who do this every day.

What Is the Best Paint Sheen for Interior Walls?

Choosing between flat, eggshell, satin, and semi-gloss depends on the room's traffic, lighting, and function. Professional painters break down when to use each sheen for the best results.

SuperPaint vs Cashmere: Which Sherwin-Williams Paint Is Better?

Both are popular mid-tier Sherwin-Williams paints, but they perform differently on walls, trim, and cabinets. See how professional painters compare coverage, feel, and durability.

Is Behr Premium Plus a Good Paint for Homeowners?

Behr Premium Plus is one of the most affordable paints at Home Depot. Professional painters test its coverage, durability, and finish quality to see if it's worth the price.

What Are the Pros and Cons of Behr Urethane Paint?

Behr Urethane Alkyd is a hybrid paint that combines oil-based durability with water-based cleanup. See how it performs on trim, cabinets, and doors in a real-world test.

Is Behr Dynasty the Most Durable Paint You Can Buy?

Behr Dynasty claims to be their most durable, stain-repellent paint. Professional painters put it to the test on walls and high-traffic areas to see if the claims hold up.

Is Sherwin-Williams Gallery Series Worth the Premium Price?

The Gallery Series is Sherwin-Williams' newest premium line. Professional painters review its unique properties and explain why it may not be the best choice for beginners.

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers about pricing, timelines, services, warranty coverage, and working with That 1 Painter.

Loudoun's four-season Mid-Atlantic climate requires aggressive prep, mildew wash, surfactant rinse, and mildewcide-fortified topcoats. We use premium 100% acrylic engineered for four-season expansion on all exterior Loudoun work so mildew doesn't telegraph through the finish during the next humid season.

Painting in Loudoun, VA typically runs $3.25/sqft interior and $3.10/sqft exterior in 2026. Final pricing depends on surface condition, color changes, and access, taller homes in Ashburn cost more because of scaffolding and fall protection.

We can paint exteriors in Loudoun as long as surface temperature stays above 35°F for 24 hours and rising. Most reliable Loudoun exterior windows are spring and early fall when humidity and temps cooperate. Interior work runs year-round across Ashburn and Broad Run.

We serve all of greater Loudoun, including Ashburn, Broad Run, Dulles, and surrounding communities across Virginia. Schedule a free estimate to confirm your address falls inside our standard service radius.

Every That 1 Painter Loudoun project carries a 3-year transferable warranty against peeling, blistering, and adhesion failure on properly prepped surfaces. The warranty stays with the home if you sell, a real differentiator in Ashburn and Broad Run resale.

Book a free in-home estimate at our Loudoun office and we'll measure, photograph, and document every surface, then send you a written, line-item proposal within 48 hours. We serve Ashburn, Broad Run, and Dulles with same-week appointments.

Absolutely, many Ashburn and Broad Run HOAs require ARC submission and a 30-day notice. We pull approved palettes, prepare color boards, and submit on your behalf so the Loudoun repaint stays compliant from start to finish.

Yes, every That 1 Painter Loudoun crew member is covered under our general liability and workers' comp policy. We provide certificates of insurance directly to Loudoun HOAs and commercial clients on request.

Your Trusted, Local Painters for Residential and Commercial in Loudoun County

Interior Painting Across Ashburn, Leesburg, and Sterling

Interior painting is the fastest way to reset how an Ashburn, Leesburg, or Sterling home reads without touching the floor plan, and interior repaints are the busiest scope our Loudoun County crews run year-round. Interior work covers walls, ceilings, trim, doors, closets, and cabinet interiors, and every interior project starts with real prep so the finish film has a clean surface to bond to. Homeowners searching for painters in Ashburn VA or painters in Leesburg VA typically want two upgrades at once, an updated palette and a scrubbable finish that holds up to Mid-Atlantic humidity, hairline settlement cracks in older Sterling Park ranchers, and daily wear in an Ashburn Farm colonial, a Lansdowne executive home, or a Broadlands single-family.

Material selection is a real decision on interior jobs. Which sheen hides plaster cracks in a historic Leesburg rowhouse, which product survives humid summers in a Lansdowne ridgeline home, and which primer locks down water-stained drywall after a freeze-thaw pipe event are questions we answer before the crew shows up. See our interior painting page for full scope and pricing across the Loudoun County corridor.

Exterior Painting for Mid-Atlantic Humidity and Freeze-Thaw

Exterior painting in Loudoun County has to hold up to humid Mid-Atlantic summers, hard freeze-thaw cycles that open caulk joints and lift trim paint, seasonal driving rain off the Potomac, and long west-facing sun exposure that chalks siding on Lansdowne ridgeline lots and older Sterling Park ranchers. Product choice is the whole conversation. A painting company in Ashburn VA that takes exteriors seriously specifies a mildew-resistant acrylic system, a breathable masonry topcoat where the substrate is painted brick, and full caulk of siding seams and window returns so water can shed rather than pool behind the film.

Our exterior scope includes a full pressure wash, a mildew and biological-growth assessment on north and east elevations, spot scraping of failing layers, sound-substrate checks on wood, brick, stucco, and Hardie, feathered sanding, spot primer on bare substrate, elastomeric bridging on hairline stucco cracks, and two coats of exterior-grade paint. That sequence is the same whether we are painting a Middleburg stone farmhouse, an Ashburn Village colonial, a Lansdowne executive home, or a Sterling Park rancher. See our exterior painting service for the full prep sequence and a 3-year transferable warranty.

Cabinet Painting in Ashburn, Leesburg, and Lansdowne

Cabinet painting is the single biggest visual change a homeowner in Ashburn, Leesburg, or Lansdowne can buy without a full kitchen remodel, and cabinet demand across Loudoun County reflects that. Our cabinet scope covers cabinet boxes on-site plus doors and drawer fronts sprayed off-site in a controlled environment, so the finish flows out flat and cures without kitchen humidity, cooking grease, or jobsite dust landing in the wet film.

Product selection matters as much as prep. A real cabinet job uses a bonding primer, a cabinet-grade urethane-modified acrylic paint, and controlled drying conditions so the finish cures hard enough to resist door-edge chipping under daily use in a Lansdowne kitchen, an Ashburn Farm family galley, or a Leesburg historic-district home. Cabinet work is a natural indoor project for peak Mid-Atlantic summers and winter shoulder seasons, when exterior windows tighten around humidity or freeze-thaw. See our cabinet painting page for scope details and lead times.

Historic Painted Brick and Wood in Leesburg and Middleburg

Historic downtown Leesburg, Middleburg's Washington Street core, and older Sterling Park streets carry a heavy share of pre-1978 painted-brick, wood-trim, and stone-and-mortar farmhouses. Older films chalk, lift, and hold lead pigment on trim and window casings, so we run EPA RRP lead-safe practices on every pre-1978 substrate: plastic containment, HEPA vacuums, and lead-safe disposal. Leesburg's Old and Historic District and Middleburg Landmarks review also constrain visible-facade palettes, and we plan color submissions and review timing into the project schedule up front.

Painted-brick repaints and stone-farmhouse restorations in Middleburg's Hunt Country want a different product stack than newer Hardie or vinyl siding. We spec breathable masonry primers, mineral-silicate topcoats where appropriate, and premium acrylics on wood trim so lime-mortar substrates can move through Mid-Atlantic freeze-thaw and wood siding can flex through summer humidity swings without cracking the finish film.

Choosing Painters in Ashburn, Leesburg, and Sterling

There are a lot of painters in Ashburn VA, painters in Leesburg VA, and painters in Sterling VA to choose from, so the practical question is how to sort serious painters across the Loudoun County market from casual ones. Any painting outfit you bid should carry general liability insurance, provide a written scope, and back the work with a real written warranty. On pre-1978 homes they should also carry EPA RRP lead-safe certification. They should point at recent portfolio work in your specific corner of the market, whether that is an Ashburn Village colonial, a Lansdowne ridgeline home, a Leesburg historic-district rowhouse, a Middleburg stone farmhouse, or a Sterling Park HOA townhome row, not stock photos pulled from a supplier catalog.

Booking a painting company in Ashburn or Leesburg should be simple: a walk-through, a written scope, a written price, a start date, and a warranty. Exterior demand runs from late spring through early fall across the Potomac corridor, and historic-district palette review in Leesburg and Middleburg adds lead time on any color change, so any painting company in Loudoun VA worth hiring is often booked several weeks out during peak season. Interior work flexes year-round, and cabinet work we can usually schedule with less lead time. Request an estimate above and we will be out with a written scope you can compare against every other bid on your desk.