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Hillsboro House Painting Services
Hillsboro’s mix of historic downtown bungalows, mid-century ranch homes, and brand-new construction makes it one of the most varied painting markets in the metro.
Lenny Martin Painting has served the west side for over 30 years, and Hillsboro captures everything we love about this work. Within a few miles you can find a 1920s Craftsman on Main Street, a 1980s ranch in the Jackson School neighborhood, a New Urbanist townhome in Orenco Station, and a just-built single-family home in South Hillsboro’s newest phase. Each era of construction brings different siding materials, different paint failure modes, and different homeowner expectations. We adjust our methods for every job rather than running a one-size-fits-all approach.
Here’s a closer look at how we handle exterior painting, interior painting, and commercial projects across Hillsboro.
Exterior House Painting in Hillsboro
Exterior Painting Across Hillsboro
Hillsboro sits in the Tualatin Valley where fog settles through fall and winter, keeping surfaces damp for days at a stretch. Older homes in the Jackson School and Downtown areas have original cedar or wood-composite siding that absorbs this moisture and develops paint blisters if the existing coat has cracked. Ranch homes along TV Highway often have T1-11 plywood siding that delaminates when moisture gets behind failed paint. Newer fiber-cement homes in Witch Hazel Village and South Hillsboro have their own timeline — factory finishes fading after 10–12 years of Tualatin Valley UV and moisture cycling.
We start every Hillsboro exterior with a moisture reading on the siding. If readings are elevated, we schedule around dry weather to let the substrate breathe before priming. On wood and T1-11, we scrape to a sound surface, spot-prime bare areas with alkyd primer, and follow up with two coats of premium latex. Fiber-cement gets a chalk-removal wash, spot priming, and two acrylic topcoats. Trim boards, fascia, and soffits are painted separately with a satin or semi-gloss for contrast and moisture resistance.
- Moisture meter readings before scheduling exterior work
- Pressure washing calibrated to siding type and condition
- Scraping, sanding, and priming all bare or failing areas
- Two finish coats of premium exterior latex or acrylic
- Fascia, soffit, and trim painted in contrasting sheen
- Gutter cleaning and painting as an add-on service
A Finish That Holds Up Year After Year
In Hillsboro’s valley climate, a quality exterior repaint lasts 8–12 years depending on siding material and sun exposure. North-facing walls in the Brookwood area, shaded by tall fir trees, tend to grow moss and algae fastest — periodic soft-washing stretches the paint’s life. South and west exposures along the hillier lots near Witch Hazel see more UV and dry faster, so paint adheres well but fades sooner on dark colors.
Interior Painting for Hillsboro Homes
Interior Painting for Hillsboro Homes
Hillsboro’s interior painting needs span every decade of construction. Downtown Craftsmen have plaster walls with subtle undulations, picture rails, and wood-cased windows that deserve careful brush work. 1970s and 1980s ranches in Jackson School feature textured drywall, wood-paneled accent walls, and smaller rooms that benefit from lighter, space-expanding color choices. Orenco Station townhomes have open layouts with smooth walls and high ceilings that call for precise roller technique and consistent coverage.
We handle all surface types found in Hillsboro homes: lime plaster, skim-coated drywall, orange-peel texture, knockdown, and smooth Level 5 finish. On plaster, we fill cracks with flexible filler and use a high-build primer to even out absorption rates. Textured walls get heavy-nap rollers for full coverage in every crevice. Smooth walls demand careful rolling technique to avoid lap marks — especially on taller walls in newer open-concept homes.
- Plaster crack repair and high-build priming for older homes
- Texture-matched patching for drywall repairs
- Full room preparation with drop cloths and edge taping
- Two-coat wall application with appropriate roller technique
- Wood trim and door painting with brush and mini-roller
- Final detail inspection under raking light to catch missed spots
Color & Finish Guidance
Hillsboro’s overcast winters mean interior color should compensate for low natural light from November through March. Warm whites, soft taupes, and muted sage greens keep rooms inviting without feeling dark. Orenco Station homes with large west-facing windows can handle cooler blues and grays because afternoon light brings warmth. We always test colors on-site with large brush-out samples — a paint chip at the store looks nothing like a wall in your actual living room.
Commercial Painting in Hillsboro
Commercial Painting in Hillsboro
Hillsboro’s commercial landscape ranges from the tech campus corridor along Evergreen Parkway and NE Century Boulevard to the small-business storefronts of Downtown and the retail centers at Tanasbourne. The tech industry brings high standards for clean, professional office finishes, while downtown shops and restaurants need character and durability in equal measure. Medical offices, dental clinics, and veterinary practices dot Cornell Road and Tualatin Valley Highway, each with specialized coating needs.
We schedule tech office repaints during off-hours and weekends to avoid disrupting shift workers. Retail and restaurant projects run overnight when possible. For medical facilities, we use zero-VOC coatings and set up air-scrubbing containment to keep odors out of patient areas. Every commercial project gets a dedicated point of contact on our crew who coordinates directly with your property manager or business owner.
- Tech office and campus interior repaints with after-hours scheduling
- Downtown storefront and facade painting
- Restaurant and brewery interior refreshes
- Medical and dental office painting with zero-VOC products
- Retail center exterior maintenance and touch-up
- Warehouse and flex-space industrial coatings
Industries We Serve in Hillsboro
We’ve painted office suites along the Evergreen Parkway tech corridor, brewpubs and restaurants in Downtown Hillsboro, retail storefronts at Tanasbourne, veterinary clinics on Cornell Road, daycare centers near Jackson School, and warehouse interiors in the Brookwood industrial area.
Why Hillsboro Property Owners Choose Lenny Martin Painting
There are dozens of painters in Washington County. The difference is in the prep, the communication, and whether they’ll still answer the phone a year from now.
What Sets Us Apart
- West Side Veterans: Over 30 years serving Washington County means we know Hillsboro’s housing stock inside and out — from pre-war plaster homes downtown to the newest South Hillsboro builds.
- Material-Specific Methods: T1-11 plywood, cedar lap, fiber-cement, stucco, and plaster each get a tailored prep and coating protocol. We don’t treat every surface the same way.
- Valley Climate Expertise: Tualatin Valley fog and moisture patterns differ from the east metro. We time exterior work, choose primers, and select topcoats accordingly.
- Straightforward Estimates: One visit, one price, no hidden charges. We measure, assess the siding, and give you a number that won’t change unless you change the scope.
Projects We Handle
- Full exterior repaints on 1970s–1990s ranch homes with T1-11 or cedar siding
- Interior color updates for Orenco Station townhomes and condos
- Plaster repair and repainting in Downtown Hillsboro bungalows
- Commercial office repaints for Hillsboro’s tech corridor
Read what past clients have to say on our reviews page, or browse our project gallery to see recent work.
Hillsboro Neighborhoods We Serve
Hillsboro House Painting & Commercial Painting FAQ
- My Hillsboro home has T1-11 siding. Can it be repainted?
- Yes, as long as the plywood substrate is still sound. T1-11 delaminates when moisture gets behind failed paint, so we probe for soft spots during the estimate. Minor delamination can be stabilized with epoxy consolidant and primed. If sheets are severely degraded, we recommend replacement before painting. On solid panels, a scrape, prime, and two-coat system works well.
- How do you handle painting Orenco Station townhomes with shared walls?
- We coordinate with adjacent homeowners and your HOA to minimize disruption. Shared-wall townhomes mean we focus on your unit’s individual elevations. Color selection must stay within the community’s approved palette. We manage the HOA approval process and ensure clean lines at the property boundary.
- When is the best time to paint a house exterior in Hillsboro?
- Late May through early October is the prime window. Hillsboro’s valley location means morning fog can linger into midday through June — we wait for surfaces to dry completely before applying paint. September and early October are often ideal because fog has subsided and rain hasn’t started in earnest yet.
- Do you paint historic homes in Downtown Hillsboro?
- We do, and we enjoy the craftsmanship in those older homes. Pre-1940 houses may have lead paint, which we test for and handle according to EPA RRP guidelines. Original wood windows, decorative trim, and lap siding get careful hand prep. We match historic color palettes when requested or help homeowners choose updated colors that respect the home’s architecture.
- What about the newer homes in South Hillsboro?
- South Hillsboro’s construction is mostly fiber-cement siding on newer-code framing. These homes won’t need exterior repainting for 10–12 years after construction, but interior painting is popular once homeowners move past builder-selected colors. We’re already doing interior work in the first phases of South Hillsboro.
- Can you paint my garage floor or patio in Hillsboro?
- Garage floor coatings and patio surface painting are outside our core services. We focus on interior walls, trim, ceilings, and exterior siding, trim, and doors. We can recommend a concrete coatings specialist in the Washington County area if you need garage or patio work.
Hillsboro’s Painting Team
From the tree-lined streets of Downtown to the growing neighborhoods of South Hillsboro, Lenny Martin Painting brings 30-plus years of experience to every project. Call 503-888-8020 or fill out the form below for your free estimate.
Whether you need a few rooms or the entire house painted, we will get the job done!
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