Delaware County, Pennsylvania
Painters in Swarthmore, PA
Swarthmore is a borough of mature trees, Victorians and Craftsman houses with a lot of exposed woodwork.
Rankin Painting is a family-owned painting contractor based in Chadds Ford — Bob Rankin and his son Chris, working Swarthmore and the surrounding area since 2010. Licensed, insured, and no subcontractors.
Painting Swarthmore homes
The borough is characterised by Victorian and Craftsman homes with deep eaves, exposed rafter tails, wood shingle and clapboard siding, set among heavy tree cover.
What that means for the paint
- Heavy tree cover keeps elevations damp and encourages mildew, which has to be killed and cleaned rather than painted over.
- Exposed rafter tails and deep eave detail are labour-intensive and are usually where failure starts.
- Wood shingle and clapboard need careful spot priming wherever bare wood is exposed.
Services we provide in Swarthmore
Interior and exterior painting, commercial work, deck staining, wallpaper removal, pressure washing and garage floor coatings — the full range, throughout Delaware County.
Getting an estimate
Estimates are free. Call (484) 475-8039 or send the form and we will schedule a time to come look at the property. If you go ahead, we agree a start date that suits you, protect the space before work begins, and keep you posted as the job moves.
Our services in Swarthmore
Interior Painting
Ceilings, walls and trim, prepped properly and finished clean.
Exterior Painting
Wood, brick, stucco and stone — prepped to hold up to Pennsylvania weather.
Commercial Painting
Interior and exterior commercial work, on schedule and under warranty.
Deck Staining
Clear, semi-transparent and solid stains — washed and prepped first.
Nearby areas we serve
“Rankin Painting did a wonderful job painting the entirety of my home. From initial discussions on paint colors to final touches on the trim work, everything was done with professionalism and timeliness. My home is full of bold colors and the precision of Rankin Painting’s work is admired by visitors every time they come through my door. Not only do they do a great job, they do it with an easy rapport and incredibly friendly disposition. I would recommend Bob and Chris to anyone I know!”