Prep Is Everything
We spend more time preparing surfaces than most crews spend painting. Sand, fill, caulk, prime — in that order, every time. It's why our finishes last.
Craftsmanship you can see. Trust you can feel.
We're a Massachusetts-based, family-run painting company built on one promise: deliver the kind of finish that makes neighbors ask who did the job.
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Our Story
Over a decade of painting Massachusetts homes — one careful brushstroke at a time.
AJ Painting Services Inc. was founded in Ashland in 2013 with a simple mission: raise the bar for residential painting in Metro West Massachusetts. What started as a two-person crew has grown into a trusted team of full-time painters who take pride in the details — the sharp cut-line where wall meets ceiling, the seamless finish on refinished cabinets, the sealant that keeps a deck looking new season after season.
We work exclusively in residential painting so we stay sharp at the craft that matters most to homeowners. Every project is led by an experienced painter, every estimate is written, and every finish is backed by our satisfaction guarantee.
13+Years Experience
500+Homes Painted
5.0★Google Rating
Meet the Owner
Andre — owner, on every job.
Andre has been painting Massachusetts homes for over a decade. He walks every estimate personally, leads the crew on-site, and signs off on the final walk-through. You hire AJ Painting, you work with Andre — that's what verified Google reviewers consistently call out by name.
His approach is deceptively simple: spend the time on prep that most crews skip, specify premium paint for the surface, and leave every job site cleaner than you found it. That's why our 5-star Google rating comes from verified neighbors across Ashland, Worcester, Framingham, and the Metro West.
EPA RRP Lead-Safe Certified Licensed & Insured in MA General Liability + Workers' Comp Benjamin Moore Signature Program
Based in Ashland, for Metro West
Why local matters for residential painting in Massachusetts.
Massachusetts homes carry century-old plaster, 1970s cedar shingles, and 2020 composite siding all in the same neighborhood. A good painter knows which prep is needed for which substrate — and how New England weather factors in. That's hard-won local knowledge, and it's why we work exclusively within driving distance of Ashland.
Communities we serve
Metro West MA: Ashland, Framingham, Natick, Holliston, Hopkinton, Sudbury, Westborough. Worcester County: Worcester, Shrewsbury, Holden, Auburn, Millbury.
Lead-safe compliance for pre-1978 homes
Many Worcester triple-deckers and older Ashland properties predate the 1978 federal lead-paint ban. Our crew is EPA RRP-certified under the federal Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule and follows lead-safe work practices on every pre-1978 project: containment, HEPA vacuuming, and documented cleanup verification. Ask to see our certification on any estimate.
What “fully insured” actually means on our invoices
General liability ($1M+ per occurrence), workers' compensation on every crew member, and commercial auto for the trucks. We carry a current certificate of insurance and provide a copy to every client before work begins — no exceptions.
What Sets Us Apart
Why homeowners in Ashland and Worcester choose AJ.
Anyone can slap paint on a wall. Here's how we do it differently.
Premium Paint Only
Benjamin Moore, Sherwin-Williams, and PPG. We specify the right line for the surface — not the cheapest gallon on the shelf.
In-House Crew
No subcontractors. The team that gives the estimate is the team that paints your home — experienced, trained, and accountable.
Written Guarantee
Every project ends with a walkthrough. If you see something you don't love, we fix it on the spot — that's our promise in writing.
Paint Specification, Not Guesswork
Why we specify paint line-by-line instead of picking one brand.
The single biggest driver of how long a paint job lasts is matching the right product to the right surface — and different surfaces call for different formulations. Most painters pick one brand and use it everywhere. We don't.
On walls and ceilings
Benjamin Moore Regal Select for workhorse coverage and scrubbable washability. Benjamin Moore Aura when the project calls for deep-tone color retention — a deep navy library or accent wall holds color far longer in Aura. Ceilings get dedicated flat products (BM Waterborne Ceiling Paint or Sherwin-Williams Eminence) that hide drywall imperfections better than wall paint.
On trim, doors, and cabinets
Benjamin Moore Advance for brushed hand-applied trim — it levels beautifully and cures as hard as oil-based paints did 20 years ago, with none of the yellowing. Sherwin-Williams Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel for HVLP-sprayed cabinets where faster recoat windows matter for shop throughput.
On exteriors
Benjamin Moore Aura Exterior on wood siding — the color retention on south-facing elevations is measurably better than competitors. Sherwin-Williams Duration on vinyl and composite where flexibility over less-absorbent substrates matters more than pigment load.
Why this matters to you
The right paint specification is why our exterior work holds 8–12 years on wood and 10–15+ years on composite in New England weather. A single-brand crew can match that sometimes — a paint-by-surface crew matches it consistently.
Our Promise
Four principles we refuse to compromise on.
Respect for Your Home
Floors covered, furniture protected, cleanup every day. We leave your home as tidy as we found it — often cleaner.
Honest Pricing
One written quote, itemized. No add-ons mid-project. If something changes, we talk to you first.
On-Time Delivery
Start dates we commit to are start dates we hit. If weather or materials shift the schedule, you hear it from us first.
Quality That Lasts
Our exterior finishes are built to stand up to New England winters — and our interior work holds its look for years, not months.
Let's make your home look its best.
Schedule a free, no-obligation estimate. We'll walk the space, listen to your vision, and send a written quote within 48 hours.
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