Cerro Painting
Interior refresh
Walls, ceilings, trim, wainscoting, and built-ins repainted with low-odor products so families can stay home.
- Crisp cut lines and cabinet spraying
- Minor drywall repair + caulking
- Color sampling and digital previews
Residential Service (Limited)
Coastal-ready residential painters in Wilmington, NC
We spend most of the year coating schools, factories, and campuses—yet we reserve a selective residential crew for long-time clients and property owners who want the same professional coatings at home.
What homeowners receive
- Detailed substrate inspections and photo documentation before paint touches a wall.
- Detailed color documentation for bedrooms, trim, and accent walls.
- Protection plans for floors, art, cabinetry, and pets.
- Two coats minimum using Sherwin-Williams Emerald or Benjamin Moore Aura.
- 2-year workmanship warranty + touch-up kit.
How we work
Our five-step residential painting process
- 01. Plan & measure. We capture photos, moisture readings, substrate notes, and HOA requirements for accurate specs.
- 02. Protect & prep. Floors, cabinets, art, and landscaping are covered before washing, sanding, patching, and priming.
- 03. Paint with premium systems. Sherwin-Williams Emerald, Benjamin Moore Aura, and cabinet-grade lacquers deliver even coverage.
- 04. Review & document. Daily logs, punch lists, and touch-up maps keep everyone aligned.
- 05. Support after completion. You receive a maintenance guide, leftover paint labeling, and warranty enrollment.
Project snapshot
- Average interior timeline
- 3–7 days
- Crew size
- 3–6 painters + owner walkthrough
- Warranty
- 2-year workmanship + annual touch-up plan
- Communication
- Daily text/email updates with photos
Exterior protection
Coastal prep with washing, scraping, priming, and elastomeric or marine-grade coatings for siding and trim.
- Decks, fences, shutters, and pergolas
- Weather monitoring + seasonal scheduling
- Optional maintenance plan
Rental & prep services
Fast-turn teams for Airbnbs and move-out refreshes with full punch lists and cleaning.
- Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach rentals
- Touch-up libraries for future stays
- Photo log for property managers
Scope comparison
What’s included with each residential package
| Deliverable | Interior refresh | Exterior protection | Rental & turnover |
|---|---|---|---|
| Color support | Digital previews + sample boards | HOA-ready palettes + sheen guide | Pre-approved touch-up map |
| Surface prep | Minor drywall repairs + caulking | Soft wash, scraping, priming, rot repair coordination | Patch + repaint between tenants |
| Documentation | Daily texts + photo gallery | Moisture readings + coating specs | Before/after portfolio for listings |
| Timeline | 3–7 days | 5–10 days (weather dependent) | 24–72 hours |
Need to compare us to other contractors? Open the Cerro Painting comparison guide.
Neighborhoods we paint
Historic & central Wilmington
Forest Hills, Sunset Park, and downtown lofts receive breathable coatings and detail-focused trim work.
Coastal communities
Wrightsville Beach, Figure Eight Island, and Carolina Beach homes get hurricane-season scheduling, coastal protection plans, and salt-resistant paints.
Managing rentals, offices, or storefronts too? Our commercial painting process keeps tenant communication on track.
Featured project
Wrightsville Beach rental refresh
We repainted a 2,400-square-foot short-term rental between bookings. Coastal humidity damaged trim, and the owner needed photographic documentation for guests.
- 48-hour turnaround including cabinet touch-ups and deck stain.
- Color documentation stored in our portal for future turnovers.
- Noise-sensitive work scheduled 10 a.m.–4 p.m. to respect neighbors.
- Crew
- 4 painters + 1 project manager
- Budget
- $7,850 all-in
- Warranty
- 2-year workmanship + touch-up kit
- Result
- Guest-ready finish with zero paint odor complaints.
“Cerro delivered hotel-level cleanliness and even left a labeled touch-up kit for our cleaners.” – Laura B., rental owner
Residential FAQ
Questions Wilmington homeowners ask most
How do you protect furnishings?
Floors, cabinets, and built-ins receive plastic, paper, or Ram Board protection. We remove switch plates and reinstall them before the final walk-through.
Do you help with coastal HOA approvals?
Yes. We prepare color packets with sheens and product data so HOA boards can approve faster. Copies stay on file for future maintenance.
What if we’re out of town?
Our crews send daily photo updates and video walk-throughs. Secure smart-lock or lockbox access is coordinated with property managers or neighbors.
Contact
Request your residential estimate
Send a few project details and we will schedule a site visit or virtual walkthrough within one business day.
Phone: (631) 478-5872
Email: cerropaintings@yahoo.com