Siding, shingles, trim, decks and fences. Exterior paint does not fail because of the paint. It fails because it went onto a surface that was dirty, damp, chalky, or already peeling underneath.
Massachusetts weather is hard on a house. Freeze and thaw, summer sun, shade and moisture on wooded lots: all of it finds any shortcut taken during prep.
That's why our exterior process starts long before the first coat. We wash and let it dry, scrape and sand, prime every bare spot and repair, and caulk before we finish. North-facing siding gets mildew washed off and treated before priming, or the new coat fails in two winters no matter how good the paint is.
Clapboard & wood siding
Cedar shingles
Trim & front doors
Decks & porches
Fences
Mildew treatment & priming
How We Work
Four steps. No shortcuts.
01
Wash and let it dry
Dirt, chalk and mildew come off first, and the surface gets time to dry before anything touches it.
02
Scrape, sand, feather
Loose paint scraped, edges sanded and feathered so the old coating doesn't telegraph through.
03
Prime bare wood & repairs
Every bare spot and every repair gets primed so the finish coat bonds to a sound surface.
04
Caulk and finish
Joints and gaps caulked, then premium exterior coatings matched to the surface and exposure.
Every review below is verbatim from Google. Nothing edited, nothing written for us.
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★★★★★
I recently hired Ant Painting Co. for a full interior painting project for my home. The owner, Luis, was fantastic from start to finish—extremely attentive and professional. He personally handled the estimate and ensured that every detail I requested was addressed. The team did an excellent job on the walls, ceilings, and all the trim. They fixed various imperfections in the walls and made everything look perfect. The crew was polite, respectful, and extremely careful—they protected the entire house and kept the workspace impeccably clean while the work was being done. The final result is flawless. I couldn't be more satisfied with the quality and the service. I highly recommend Ant Painting Co. and Luis!
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Cristiano FigueiredoGoogle Review
★★★★★
As a real estate agent in Boston, I have used The Ant Painting for my own home and have also recommended them to many of my clients, all of whom have been thrilled with the results. Their team is professional, reliable, and consistently delivers exceptional quality. I highly recommend The Ant Painting to anyone looking for a skilled and trustworthy painter.
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Liz DehlerGoogle Review
★★★★★
Luis and his team did an amazing job of repainting our kitchen cabinets. They were thorough not only in their work, but with cleanup as well. Their service is amazing and they were willing to handle any questions we had about the process. They used our garage to paint the cabinet doors on site which saved a lot of time. I'd hire them again in a minute!
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Prarit BhargavaGoogle Review
★★★★★
These guys are pros. They just repainted my kitchen cabinets and it completely transformed the space without the cost of a full remodel. Super careful with my hardware, very detailed work, and finished right on time. 10/10
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Marcio SantosGoogle Review
★★★★★
Louis and his employees are wonderful- always prompt, excellent work and they clean up very nicely when the job is done. I have used them on a few occasions and recommended to a friend who was also very satisfied!
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Shari LeckerGoogle Review
★★★★★
Luis and his team absolutely crushed it. They were efficient and thorough and did an excellent job. We couldn't be happier. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
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Alex OstrowskiGoogle Review
★★★★★
I had a great experience with this painting company. They painted my kitchen, and the results exceeded my expectations. The team was professional, punctual, and paid close attention to every detail. They kept the work area clean, finished the job on time, and the quality of the paint finish was excellent. My kitchen looks brand new! I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and high-quality painting services.
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Victor MoleiroGoogle Review
★★★★★
We had a great experience with Ant Painting Co Inc! Felipe was extremely patient in understanding exactly what we wanted, and he took the time to make sure every detail met our expectations. He and his team did an excellent painting job in our home, and the final result exceeded what we were hoping for. The entire process was smooth, professional, and stress-free. I highly recommend Ant Painting Co Inc to anyone looking for quality work. Thank you, Felipe and the team!
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Luan Silvestre da Costa LuGoogle Review
★★★★★
I couldn't be happier with the service. The team was professional, detail-oriented, and delivered excellent results. Luis was courteous, responsive, and a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend this company to anyone seeking high-quality painting services at an affordable price.
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Iago Teles Costa GrilloGoogle Review
★★★★★
Luis is fantastic and beyond professional! Let you know every step of the way. Douglas is carpenter is phenomenal!
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Ryan DalyGoogle Review
★★★★★
Best painting company in Massachusetts and the surrounding area. Highly skilled professionals. I appreciate Luis's service and friendliness. I recommend them to anyone who wants quality service at the best price.
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Igor GrilloGoogle Review
★★★★★
I had a great experience with this company. The team was professional, honest, and attentive from start to finish. They took the time to answer my questions, kept me informed throughout the process, and delivered exactly what they promised. It's refreshing to work with a business that truly cares about its customers. I highly recommend them and would gladly do business with them again.
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Luis XavierGoogle Review
★★★★★
The best painting company. Highly skilled professionals. I'd recommend them to everyone.
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Antonio Israel Martins LimaGoogle Review
★★★★★
Ant Painting is great; they do excellent work and are very responsible and punctual. I highly recommend them.
When is exterior painting season in Massachusetts?
Exterior work depends on temperature and moisture, so we schedule around the weather. Reach out early and we'll plan the right window for your house.
What surfaces do you paint outside?
Clapboard and wood siding, cedar shingles, trim, front doors, porches, decks and fences.
My paint is peeling after only a few years. Why?
Usually the surface underneath: dirt, moisture, chalking or old failing paint. We wash, scrape, sand, feather and prime before we finish so the new coat has something sound to bond to.
How do you deal with mildew?
On shaded and north-facing walls, mildew is washed off and treated before priming. Skipping that step is why paint fails on wooded lots.
Are you insured?
Yes. The Ant Painting is fully insured on every job, interior and exterior, no exceptions.
