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House painters in Wilmington, NC who show up and do it right.

Interior, exterior and commercial painting for homes and businesses across the Port City and the Cape Fear coast, with the prep and discipline of a construction company.

  • Free, no-obligation estimates
  • Written quote within 24 hours
  • On-time arrival and daily text updates
  • Clean job site, every single day
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Painting services in Wilmington, NC

Residential and commercial painting from one local crew, held to the same standard on every job.

Residential painting

For homeowners across Wilmington, the beaches and Leland.

Interior painting

Walls, ceilings, trim, doors and stairwells. Furniture moved and covered, floors protected, low-VOC paint available.

Exterior house painting

Power washing, scraping, caulking and priming before paint, on wood, brick, stucco and HardiePlank fiber cement siding.

Cabinet painting and refinishing

A factory-smooth sprayed finish that updates your kitchen for a fraction of the cost of new cabinets.

Deck, fence and porch staining

Cleaned, stained and sealed to hold up to sun, salt air and summer storms.

Move-in and listing-ready painting

Just bought or getting ready to sell? Fast, neutral repaints coordinated with your closing date or your agent.

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Commercial painting

Backed by more than two decades in construction. We work to your schedule, scope and sign-off.

Apartment and rental turnovers

Fixed pricing by unit size, quick turnaround on vacant units, net-30 billing and a COI on request.

HOA, condo and townhome communities

Phased exterior repaint plans your board can budget, with resident notices handled for you.

Offices, retail, medical and restaurants

Nights and weekends available, so your doors stay open during business hours.

New construction and builders

Production painting and punch list work, staffed to keep your schedule on track.

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The WAAN standard

The biggest complaint about painters is that they don’t show up or stop returning calls. Here’s what you can count on from us instead.

  • We show up on time

    A confirmed arrival window, plus a text when we’re on the way.

  • Your quote in writing within 24 hours

    Prep, paint products, number of coats, timeline and price, all spelled out. No surprises.

  • Daily updates by text

    Photos and a quick note at the end of each workday.

  • A clean home every evening

    Drop cloths down, furniture covered, debris hauled off before we leave.

  • A final walkthrough together

    We touch up anything you’re not happy with before you pay the balance.

Our process

From your first call to the final walkthrough, in five simple steps.

  1. Call, text or request online

    We get back to you within one business hour.

  2. Free in-home estimate

    We measure, check the surfaces and help with colors.

  3. Written quote

    A clear scope and price in your inbox within 24 hours.

  4. Prep and paint

    Careful prep, premium paint and a daily text update.

  5. Final walkthrough

    We review every room together and handle touch-ups.

Paint that holds up to coastal Carolina weather

Salt air, humidity, strong sun and hurricane season (June 1 to November 30) wear out exterior paint faster here than inland.

That’s why every exterior starts with the basics done right: a thorough power wash, a moisture check before priming, flexible caulk at every joint, and paint rated for coastal conditions. If we find wood rot or damaged siding, we flag it before we paint, not after.

Salt airBreaks down finishes and rusts metal. We clean thoroughly and use primers made for coastal exposure.
HumidityTraps moisture under paint and causes peeling. We check surfaces and schedule around rain and morning dew.
Sun and heatFades color and leaves a chalky surface. We recommend UV-resistant exterior paint lines.
StormsWind-driven rain finds every gap. We seal joints, trim and window frames before painting.

Service areas

Proudly serving Wilmington and the Cape Fear region from our home base on Carolina Beach Road.

Wilmington

  • Downtown & Historic District
  • Midtown
  • Mayfaire
  • Ogden
  • Porters Neck
  • Landfall
  • Monkey Junction
  • Myrtle Grove
  • Masonboro

The beaches

  • Wrightsville Beach
  • Carolina Beach
  • Kure Beach
  • Pleasure Island

Nearby

  • Leland
  • Hampstead
  • Castle Hayne

About WAAN CORP

WAAN CORP is a family-run painting company founded in 2025 in Wilmington, NC, as part of a group with more than 20 years in the construction industry.

We bring tradition, technical skill and a modern approach to every job. What we deliver goes beyond paint: a finish you can trust and results that last. The WAAN name stands for the family values behind our work, respect, responsibility and commitment to every client.

Being part of an established construction group means our crews bring experience from residential, commercial and industrial projects to your home or business, and work to the best practices of the industry.

Our mission

To deliver painting with excellence, safety and attention to detail, transforming spaces and earning our clients’ trust through skill, responsibility and family values.

What we stand for

  • CommitmentWe keep our schedules, our word and our clients first.
  • ExcellenceWe hold every project to the highest standard.
  • FamilyRespect, unity and responsibility, the values behind our name.
  • TransparencyClear communication, honest pricing, no surprises.
  • ExperienceThe strength of a group with two decades in construction.
  • ReliabilityEvery client should feel safe, respected and well taken care of.
  • Attention to detailEvery edge matters. Every detail makes a difference.

Frequently asked questions

Do you offer free estimates in Wilmington?

Yes. We come out to your home or property, take measurements and send a detailed written quote within 24 hours. It’s free and there’s no obligation.

When is the best time to paint a house exterior in Wilmington, NC?

Spring and fall usually offer the best mix of mild temperatures and lower humidity. We schedule around rain and dew so the paint cures properly, and we paint exteriors year-round when the weather cooperates.

How long does an interior paint job take?

Most single rooms take one day. A full interior repaint of an average home usually takes three to six working days, depending on size, repairs and the number of colors.

Do I need to be home while you paint?

No. Many of our clients go to work as usual. We agree on access ahead of time and send you photos and a text update at the end of every day.

Do you move the furniture?

Yes. We move and cover furniture and protect your floors. We just ask that you put away fragile items, artwork and valuables before we start.

Do you work with property managers, HOAs and builders?

Yes. We offer fixed-price turnovers for property managers, phased repaint plans for HOAs and community associations, and painting for new construction and commercial spaces, including nights and weekends.

What paint do you use?

We use premium interior and exterior paint lines and choose coastal-rated exterior products that stand up to salt air, humidity and strong sun. Your quote lists the exact product for each surface.

Are you insured?

Yes. We carry general liability insurance and are happy to send a certificate of insurance before any project starts.

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