House Painters in Braddock Heights, MD

Braddock Heights sits on the ridge of Catoctin Mountain, known locally as Braddock Mountain, about 5 miles west of Frederick and 2.5 miles east of Middletown along US 40 Alternate, and about two miles from our shop on Gambrill Park Road. The community takes its name from British General Edward Braddock and Lt. Col. George Washington, who crossed the mountain pass here in 1755. It had 3,075 residents at the 2020 census.

Frederick Painting & Supply has been painting homes in this part of Maryland since 1975. We’re a family company, still run by Phil and Shawn Zimmerman, and an EPA Lead-Safe Certified Firm. In Braddock Heights we paint interiors and exteriors, refinish cabinets, repair drywall and rotted wood, and remove and hang wallpaper.

Two Kinds of Homes in Braddock Heights

Resort-Era and Older Custom Homes

Braddock Heights began in 1896 as a summer resort served by a trolley line from Frederick, with hotels, a skating rink and an amusement park. Custom homes have been built here since 1901, which is why the community is known for its eclectic houses: few look alike, and many mix different siding, trim and porch details.

Older homes like these usually need more preparation: scraping layered paint, repairing soft wood on porches, sills and trim, and priming bare spots. Anything built before 1978 may have lead-based paint in the lower layers.

Newer Homes

Newer homes on the mountain often still have their original builder-grade interior paint, which scuffs easily and is hard to clean, and trim, front doors, shutters and garage doors usually show wear before the siding does. Because so many houses here are one of a kind, we can help you choose a color scheme that suits your home rather than copying the one next door.

Exterior Painting in Braddock Heights

Craftsman-style bungalow with gray siding and a white front porch

Mountain weather is hard on paint: humid summers, freeze-thaw winters and strong sun on exposed walls. On wooded lots, shade and fallen leaves can hold moisture against siding and encourage mildew. A lasting paint job depends on what happens before the first coat goes on:

  • Consultation and color selection: we review your siding, trim and doors, talk through your goals and any HOA requirements, and help you choose colors.
  • Surface preparation: we wash away dirt and mildew, scrape and sand to a sound surface, and fill cracks and holes so the new coating adheres.
  • Priming and painting: bare and repaired areas get primer before the finish coats go on in the sheen you choose.
  • Cleanup and walkthrough: we remove all protective coverings, clean up the site and walk the finished job with you.

Learn more about our exterior painting services or see our exterior pricing.

We’re an EPA Lead-Safe Certified Firm

Braddock Heights has homes dating back to the early 1900s, so lead-based paint under newer coats is a real possibility in older houses. If your home was built before 1978, assume there may be lead-based paint in the layers. Intact paint is generally stable; it becomes a hazard when it’s sanded, scraped or power-washed without containment.

As a certified firm, we use contained work areas, dust control, and proper cleanup and disposal on pre-1978 homes. Not sure how old your paint is? Call us at 301-473-4773 and we’ll talk it through before anyone quotes you a number.

Signs Your Braddock Heights Home Needs Repainting

Walk around your home and look for:

  • Peeling, flaking or blistering paint, which often means moisture is getting behind the finish.
  • Chalking, a powdery residue that rubs off on your hand.
  • Faded or uneven color, usually most noticeable on the sunniest sides of the house.
  • Cracked paint or failed caulk around windows, doors and trim joints, where water can get in.
  • Soft or stained wood on fascia, sills, door casings and porch posts.
  • Mildew or dark streaks on shaded walls, which must be cleaned and treated before painting.

We handle the repairs ourselves, including rotted wood, drywall and caulking, so you don’t have to coordinate a second trade before the painting starts.

Interior Painting in Braddock Heights

Living room with white walls, white trim and built-in shelves under a curved balcony

In older Braddock Heights homes, interior work often means careful prep on original trim, doors and older wall surfaces. In newer homes, it usually means replacing flat builder-grade paint with a more washable finish, refreshing busy hallways and stairwells, and updating kitchens without a full remodel. We can help with:

How to Compare Painting Estimates

When you collect quotes from painters in Braddock Heights, a few checks make it easier to compare them fairly:

  • Verify the license. Maryland requires home improvement contractors to hold a Maryland Home Improvement Commission (MHIC) license, and you can look up a license number with the MHIC.
  • Ask for proof of insurance, including general liability and workers’ compensation coverage.
  • Confirm lead-safe practices for homes built before 1978.
  • Get an itemized, written estimate that lists prep and repairs, primer, products, sheens, number of coats and timeline.
  • Compare scope, not just price. A lower bid may leave out scraping, priming or repairs that affect how long the finish lasts.

Braddock Heights Painting FAQs

Do you work in Braddock Heights?

Yes. Braddock Heights is about two miles from our shop on Gambrill Park Road, and on-site estimates are free.

My house is one of the older homes on the mountain. What should I expect?

More surface prep than on a newer house: scraping, wood repair and priming bare spots. If it was built before 1978, we follow lead-safe practices as an EPA Lead-Safe Certified Firm.

My home doesn’t look like any other on the street. Can you help with colors?

Yes. We offer color consultations and can suggest combinations for siding, trim, doors and porch details that suit the house.

When is the best time to paint the exterior of a Braddock Heights home?

Late spring through early fall gives the widest window. We look for dry, mild days and plan around rain and heavy morning dew, which matter as much as the temperature.

Can you repair drywall, trim and siding before painting?

Yes. Drywall repair, rotted wood repair and caulking are all part of what we handle, which is usually simpler than coordinating two trades.

Talk to Us About Your Braddock Heights Project

Call 301-473-4773, schedule an on-site estimate, or tell us about your project online and send a few photos. We’re open Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 4:30 pm.

You can also read more about our credentials or see the rest of our service area.

House Painters in Braddock Heights, MD