Interior Painting · Since 1997
Professional Interior Painting in Durham: All Repairs Included in Every Estimate
Cortes Painting handles interior repaints across the Triangle with every wall and ceiling repair included in the estimate. Nail holes, settling cracks, scuffs, and baseboards are all addressed before any paint goes on. We use low-VOC ceramic matte finishes rated for homes that stay occupied during the work. Serving Durham since 1997. Free estimates, no hidden charges.
About this service
Most interior repaints in the Triangle involve more than just walls. There are nail holes from picture frames, settling cracks around door frames, scuffed baseboards, and wear from everyday living. Cortes Painting includes all of that repair work in the estimate, not as an add-on charge. For walls that need more than surface prep, we also offer comprehensive drywall repair handled by specialized technicians before the painting crew takes over.
Our process
How we approach every interior painting job
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In-Home Walkthrough
We walk every room with you and note what needs attention. Cracks, holes, scuffs, damaged baseboards, anything that needs repair before paint goes on gets documented and included in the estimate upfront.
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Prep and Protect
Furniture gets moved and everything is covered completely. We don't paint around obstacles or ask you to handle that beforehand. The room is fully prepped before any work begins.
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Surface Repair
Every nail hole, settling crack, and scuff mark gets filled, sanded, and primed. Baseboards get a fresh coat even if you only asked for walls. It takes longer, but the difference between a painted room and a finished room is the detail work nobody wants to do.
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Prime and Paint
Repaired areas are primed separately so the finish is even across the entire surface. We apply the final coat once everything has dried and cured properly. No rushing the dry time to finish a day early.
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Final Walk and Cleanup
We walk the completed rooms with you before final payment. Furniture goes back where it was. If anything needs a touch-up, it gets handled before we leave.
What sets us apart
Why homeowners hire Cortes for interior painting
All Repairs Included, Not Billed as Extras
Every interior has wall damage from normal living. Nail holes, settling cracks, pet scratches, scuffed baseboards. We include all of that in the estimate. Other painters either skip it or charge extra per repair.
Baseboards Included on Every Job
Even if you only call us for walls, we include the baseboards. Dust, foot traffic, and vacuum marks build up over time. A fresh coat on the base trim makes the entire room look new, and we don't charge separately for it.
Manufacturer Savings Passed to You
When Sherwin-Williams or Benjamin Moore runs a discount or sale, we pass that savings directly to your estimate. You get the same premium product at a better price.
Also covered
Services included with interior painting
Room Painting
We handle full-room repaints including walls, ceilings, trim, and baseboards as a single scope. No need to hire separate contractors for different surfaces in the same space.
Ceiling Painting
Ceilings get the same prep as walls. We fill cracks, prime repaired areas, and apply the finish coat. If only the ceiling needs work, we cover and protect everything below before starting.
Wallpaper Removal
We strip existing wallpaper, skim-coat the surface if needed, and prep the wall for paint. The surface underneath old wallpaper almost always needs repair before it can hold a clean finish.
Materials we use
Premium paint partners
We work with Sherwin-Williams and Benjamin Moore for every interior painting job. The specific product line depends on the surface and finish you want. We recommend the right match during the estimate walkthrough.
Frequently asked
Interior Painting questions homeowners ask
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Are wall repairs included in the interior painting estimate?
Yes. Nail holes, settling cracks, drywall scuffs, and baseboards are all included in every estimate. We don't bill repairs as extras. The price we quote covers prep, repair, and paint.
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Do I need to move furniture before you start?
No. Our crew handles furniture and covers everything before starting. We move pieces away from walls, protect floors and surfaces, and put everything back when the job is done.
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Do you paint ceilings and baseboards?
Ceilings are available as part of any interior job. Baseboards are included on every job at no extra charge. Trim and door frames can also be included depending on the scope.
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What warranty do you offer on interior painting?
We offer a two-year prorated labor warranty covering workmanship. The paint carries the manufacturer's own guarantee. If something needs a touch-up after the job, call us and we'll come back to handle it.
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What type of paint do you use for interiors?
We use Sherwin-Williams and Benjamin Moore interior lines. For most residential repaints, we recommend low-VOC finishes that are safe for occupied homes. The specific product depends on the surface and the finish you want.
Where we work
Interior Painting across the Triangle
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Ready for a free interior painting estimate?
We walk the job with you, explain every line item, and the number on the estimate is the number on the final invoice.