When is the best time to paint a home exterior in New England?

Late April through mid-October. Surface temperatures need to stay above 50°F with low humidity for paint to cure properly.

⭐ Connecticut's & New York's Trusted Painters Since 2003

Beautiful Results. No Stress.
Done Right The First Time.

Q: What paint brands do you use?

Only premium exterior products: Benjamin Moore (Aura & Regal Select), Sherwin-Williams (Duration & Emerald), Sikkens (cedar shake & wood stains), Cabot (decks), and California Paints.

Q: What does your written warranty cover?

Our written warranty covers peeling, chipping, and blistering on vertical surfaces. If any of those failures occur due to our workmanship, we return and fix it at no charge. Transferable if you sell the home.

Your home deserves exceptional care and a beautiful finish that lasts for years to come. We deliver premium interior and exterior painting with skilled professional crews, meticulous prep work, top-tier materials, and a written warranty homeowners can trust with confidence.

Serving Connecticut & New York Fairfield · Litchfield · New Haven · Hartford · Westchester · Putnam · Dutchess

✓ Same crew from start to finish
✓ No subcontractors — ever
✓ Premium paints that last longer
✓ Clean, respectful professionals
✓ Written warranty included

General Painting Co. — local painting contractor in Connecticut and New York

Hi, I'm your painter! Real local crew · Owner-operated since 2003 · Licensed, bonded & insured. Let's make your home look brand new.

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Why Homeowners Choose Us

We're the Choice That Lasts.

Every homeowner we meet has a story — a job that looked great at first, then peeled, cracked, or faded too soon. That's why we do things differently. We focus on what makes results last: meticulous prep work, skilled crews, premium materials, clear communication, and a written warranty. Anyone can make a home look freshly painted for a season. We paint homes to stay beautiful for years.

❌ What Cheap Contractors Do

✗ Skip power-washing to save a day of labor
✗ Paint directly over old flaking/peeling paint
✗ Use "contractor grade" paint from big-box stores
✗ Thin one coat spread across the whole house
✗ No written warranty — "we'll come back if…"
✗ Day labor crews who disappear when you call

✓ What We Do Instead

✓ Same crew every day — no random laborers
✓ Professional prep standards — wash, scrape, sand, prime, caulk
✓ Premium paint brands — Benjamin Moore, Sherwin-Williams, Sikkens, Cabot & California Paints
✓ Reliable scheduling and clear communication from day one
✓ Written warranty, in your contract
✓ Real company still here years later — owner-operated since 2003

What We Do

Three trades. One trusted choice.

Painting & Carpentry in Bethel · Danbury · Ridgefield · Greenwich · Westport · Stamford · Westchester

From a fresh coat in your living room to a full exterior transformation to rebuilding rotted trim — we handle every phase end-to-end with the same crew, same standards, same warranty.

Real Homeowners · Real Results

Why homeowners in CT and NY keep choosing us.

★★★★★ 4.9 / 5 on Google

Based on 92 verified reviews

Wayne H. ✓ Google Verified

Verified Google Review

★★★★★

"The General Painting team are a pleasure to work with from quotation to final inspection. They repaired extensive wood rot, covered thousands of rusted nail heads, and painted our house. The prep work as promised was thorough. True professionals — we've gotten compliments almost daily from walkers passing by."

Exterior repaint + wood rot repair

Barbara F. ✓ Google Verified

Verified Google Review · 7 months ago

★★★★★

"The team was an absolute pleasure to work with. They painted the exterior of my home with trim. Excellent pricing, and they worked diligently. When I asked for something extra, the answer was always yes. They even painted my sign with my house number to match my door! Highly recommend!"

Exterior + trim painting

Ralph R. ✓ Google Verified

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★★★★★

"Great job all around. The General Painting team were great to work with from the start. Replaced the rotted wood on house and deck. House and deck look great. I highly recommend and will definitely reach out when needed again."

House + deck exterior · Wood replacement

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About General Painting

Built on Trust.
Backed by Experience.

General Painting was built on one promise: treat every customer honestly, deliver quality work, and stand behind it.

Since 2003, our reputation has grown one happy homeowner at a time. Every painter on the job is part of our team — experienced, fully vetted, trained to our prep standards, and proud to represent our company.

That consistency is why we confidently back our projects with a strong written warranty — and why customers continue to call us back for the next room, the next home, and the years ahead.

Subcontractors
(in-house team only)

5+ yrs

Average crew
experience

100%

Vetted & insured
professionals

Since
2003

Owner-operated
in CT & NY

General Painting Co. team — painting contractors serving Bethel, Danbury, Greenwich and Westchester County

About General Painting Co.

Family-owned. Locally trusted.
Working from Bethel since 2003.

What started as a one-truck operation in 2003 has grown into a full-service crew trusted across Connecticut and New York. We've stayed family-owned, locally operated, and obsessive about the prep work that makes a paint job actually last.

Our crews are in-house — no subcontractors. Most have 5+ years of experience. That continuity is why we back every job with a strong written workmanship warranty, and why our customers keep calling us back for the next house, the next room, the next project.

Licensed in Connecticut
Bonded & fully insured
Written warranty included
4.9★ on Google

Since
2003

Local & Family-Owned

1,500+

Projects Completed

5★

Reputation

★★★★★

Google Reviews

Where We Work

Serving homeowners across Connecticut & New York.

Family-owned and locally operated from Bethel, CT. If you're within ~75 minutes of our shop, we almost certainly cover you.

Connecticut

Branford
North Branford
Guilford
Madison
Wallingford
Hamden
Woodbridge
Bethany
Seymour
Orange
Prospect
Cheshire
Naugatuck
Oxford
Woodbury
Bridgewater
Bethlehem
Watertown
Sandy Hook
Sherman
Bantam
Morris
Warren
Avon
Farmington
Bristol
Middlebury
Stratford

New York (Westchester · Putnam · Dutchess)

White Plains
Scarsdale
Tarrytown
Peekskill
Carmel
Bedford
Mount Kisco
Pound Ridge
Rye
Mamaroneck
Patterson
Brewster
Pawling
Stormville
Lagrangeville
Poughquag
Hopewell Junction
East Fishkill
Fishkill
Mahopac
Beacon
Cold Spring
South Salem
Waccabuc
Katonah
Croton Falls
Yorktown Heights
Armonk
Harrison

Don't see your town? Call (203) 456-1375 — we likely cover it.

Questions & Answers

Everything you need to know.

How much does it cost to paint my home's exterior?

Most full exterior repaints for a typical CT/NY home fall between $4,500 and $14,500, depending on home size, number of stories, trim complexity, current condition, and paint grade. We give you an exact written quote after a free on-site visit — no ballpark guessing over the phone. Our estimates break down every line item so you know exactly what you're paying for.

When's the best time to paint a home exterior in New England?

The ideal window is April to October. We need surface temperatures consistently above 50°F and low humidity for paint to cure properly. Heads up: premium summer slots book up fast — most of our June and July calendar is claimed by May. Booking now means you get to choose your schedule instead of waiting.

What paint brands do you use?

Only premium exterior products: Benjamin Moore (Aura & Regal Select), Sherwin-Williams (Duration & Emerald), Sikkens (cedar shake & wood stains), Cabot (decks), and California Paints.

How long does a typical exterior project take?

A typical 2,500 sq-ft home takes 5–10 working days depending on prep condition, stories, trim detail, and weather. Larger or historic homes (Victorians, cedar shake estates) can take 2–3 weeks. We give you a specific timeline in your written estimate and stick to it.

Are you fully licensed and insured?

Yes. Fully licensed in Connecticut, registered with the Department of Consumer Protection, with comprehensive general liability coverage plus workers' compensation. Certificate of Insurance (COI) is available on request before any work begins — most of our premium clients request it.

What does your written warranty cover?

Our written warranty covers peeling, chipping, and blistering on vertical surfaces. If any of those failures occur due to our workmanship, we return and fix it at no charge. The warranty is transferable if you sell the home. Full terms are in your project contract.

Do you service my town?

We serve homeowners across Fairfield, Litchfield, Hartford, New Haven (CT) and Dutchess, Putnam & Westchester (NY) counties — from Bethel, Danbury, and Ridgefield to Greenwich, Westport, Bedford, and Scarsdale. If you're within ~60 minutes of Bethel, CT, we almost certainly cover you.

What happens after I submit the form?

We call to confirm details and schedule a free on-site estimate at your convenience. The visit takes 30–45 minutes. You'll get a detailed written quote within 1–2 business days after. No pressure. No pushy sales. Just honest numbers.