Residential painting is where most of our Okanagan Falls calls begin: a family house that needs a refresh, a suite being readied for a tenant, or a lake-area cottage that is due for a full repaint. These jobs share one thing, which is that someone is living with the result.

So we treat the home as a place people use. We explain what is happening on each day, keep paint and dust out of rooms that are not being worked on, and finish the job so you can use the space again that evening where possible.

Typical home projects we take on

Whole-house repaints, inside and out, scheduled in sensible phases
Single-floor or single-room updates before a move or a visit
Basement suites and rental units between tenants
Garage interiors, laundry rooms and mudrooms
Doors, trim and railings that have worn through
Colour changes after a purchase, when every room is empty or nearly so

Homes of all ages at the south end of the lake

The houses around Okanagan Falls were not all built in one era, and age drives how we plan. An older home may carry layers of oil-based paint, plaster-like patches or textured ceilings, while a newer one may only need a good wash and a colour change.

That is why we ask when your home was built before we write the quote. Health Canada says lead paint is probable in homes built before 1960 and possible from 1960 to 1990, so for older houses we plan testing before any sanding or scraping. It is a small question that saves a lot of trouble later.

Many households also want a say in sequence, such as finishing the kids’ rooms first or leaving the kitchen until last so meals are not disrupted. Mention it when you call. A written plan with the order of rooms and the days they are covered means everyone in the house knows what to expect each morning.

How a household job runs

First conversation. You tell us what bothers you about the house. We note the rooms, the surfaces and the age of the home.
Pre-job call. Before day one we confirm colours, finish and what to clear, so nothing is decided while a crew is waiting.
Work in zones. We finish one area at a time so you can keep living in the rest of the house.
Sign-off. We walk through with you, fix anything you flag, and only then clean up and pack out.

The full process, prep and pricing factors are on our main residential painting page.

Residential Painting in Okanagan Falls: questions

Can we stay in the house while you work?

Usually yes. We work in zones and keep doors closed on finished areas. A strong-odour product or a full floor refinish is the kind of thing worth discussing in advance.

Do you handle small repairs on the same visit?

Yes, within reason. Nail holes, hairline cracks, loose caulk and small drywall patches are part of prep, and bigger repairs go on the written quote as their own line.

What if I change a colour halfway through?

Tell us as early as you can. A change before priming is simple, and one after finish coats means extra coats and time, which we would note in writing.

Other painting services in Okanagan Falls

Residential Painting in nearby towns

For a home in Okanagan Falls, request a free written quote and we will set out the rooms, prep and timeline for your household.

Request your free written quote or call (778) 760-0346.

More about residential painting and Okanagan Falls

Have a question first? Read the FAQ, learn about Alto Pro Painters or contact us.

Further reading: Okanagan Falls on Wikipedia and Primer on Wikipedia.

Watch: residential painting in action

A simple guide to interior paint finishes, by This Old House on YouTube.