Painters in Upper East Side
Painters on the Upper East Side for pre-war co-ops and doorman buildings
The Upper East Side has more pre-war co-ops than almost anywhere in the city. Apartments are large, with plaster walls, crown molding, tall doors and multiple coats of old paint underneath. A proper repaint here means careful prep and a finish that suits the age of the rooms. We check the old coatings before sanding, so dust is handled safely and the surface is sound before we prime.
Most buildings have a board and a superintendent, and they have rules. Alterations paperwork, a certificate of insurance, service elevator times and posted work hours all come before the first drop cloth. We manage these steps and keep the super informed. A call to the super before we start saves a lot of trouble later, so we make it early.
Our crew repaints whole apartments before a move in, refinishes millwork and doors, and restores hardwood floors that were laid decades ago. Property managers also call us for unit turnovers. We protect lobbies and elevators and clean up each day. Each day ends with the work area swept clean and the floors and fixtures covered again for the night.
FAQ
Questions we hear every week
Will you work with my co-op board's requirements?
Yes. Send us the alteration rules and insurance requirements and we follow them, including work hours and elevator reservations.
Can you match the existing molding and trim finish?
Yes. We prep the trim, repair damage, and finish it in the sheen you choose. Custom millwork repair is available if pieces are missing or damaged.
Do you refinish old hardwood floors in pre-war apartments?
Yes. Refinishing or patching is often better than replacing, and we tell you honestly which one your floors need.
Tell us what needs painting.
Call or send the details. We walk the job, then send a written estimate.
Quote
Not urgent? Send us the details.
Tell us about the space or the building. We call you back and talk through the job and the price.