Painting in Alexandria, Virginia

Best Painting Companies in Alexandria

Alexandria is one of Virginia's larger cities, home to about 160,000 residents — and with that many households comes steady demand for reliable painting work. Because quality and pricing vary from one company to the next, comparing several Alexandria providers side by side is the smartest way to hire with confidence.

Alexandria at a glance

Population
155,230
Size in Virginia
#6 largest city

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2023 Population Estimates (POPESTIMATE2023)

What painting labor costs near Alexandria

Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro median
$50,560/yr

That's the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro-area median for Painters, Construction and Maintenance, about even with the national median. Because labor is the biggest line item in most paintingjobs, it's a strong signal of what you'll pay to hire in Alexandria.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), 2025 · metro-area estimate · Painters, Construction and Maintenance (SOC 47-2141)

Permits & licensing in Alexandria

Building permits in Alexandria are issued locally — confirm what your project needs with the Alexandria building department before work starts. Contractor licensing is handled at the state level by the Virginia Dept. of Professional & Occupational Regulation (DPOR), where you can verify a company's license.

Verify a license — Virginia Dept. of Professional & Occupational Regulation (DPOR)

Top-Rated Painting Companies in Alexandria

Below are highly rated painting companies serving Alexandria and the surrounding area. Compare providers, request quotes, and find the right professional for your project.

CompanyPhone
US 911 Painting VerifiedFeatured
 (800) 911-4007
Reliable Painting Verified
 (299) 555-0103
First Choice Painting Verified
 (320) 555-0106
Precision Painting Verified
 (341) 555-0109
Titan Painting Verified
 (362) 555-0112
Patriot Painting Verified
 (383) 555-0115
Trueline Painting Verified
 (404) 555-0118
Elite Painting
 (285) 555-0101
Apex Painting
 (306) 555-0104

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do painting services cost in Alexandria?
Painting pricing in Alexandria depends on the scope of your project, materials, and the provider you choose. Because Alexandria is part of the Virginia market, local labor rates play a big role — always compare at least three written quotes from Alexandria-area companies before hiring.
Are painting contractors in Alexandria licensed and insured?
Licensing and insurance rules for painting work are set at the Virginia state and local level. Before hiring any Alexandria painting company, confirm it holds the proper Virginia license, carries liability insurance, and can provide local references.
How do I find the best painting company in Alexandria?
Compare provider ratings, read what past customers liked and disliked, verify licensing, and request written quotes from several Alexandria-area companies. The list above ranks top-rated painting providers serving Alexandria and the surrounding region.
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