Peeling siding, chalky paint, or sun-faded trim means your home needs help. We fix it the right way.
Pittsburgh's older rowhomes were built in the early 1900s. They're located along Butler Street and Pine Street. They have wood clapboard or cedar siding. That siding takes a beating from river humidity and winter freezes. We've seen paint blister on metal siding when it's applied in direct sun during July's thick air. Cracking foundations on the hillier lots near Pleasant Avenue often telegraph right through old paint, too. If your siding is chalking, peeling, or showing bare wood, don't wait. Moisture gets behind the paint and rot sets in fast. Many homes here have lead paint layers from before 1978, so proper prep matters more than most people realize. We handle that the safe way, every time[1].
Old clapboard siding on Butler Street homes needs scraping and priming before new paint goes on.
Hillside homes near Shaler often have oxidized siding that needs washing before paint sticks. Years of sun and runoff leave a chalky film on the surface. Skipping this wash step often leads to peeling within a year or two. We scrub it clean first, then let it dry fully before any paint goes on.
Pre-1978 Pittsburgh homes need lead-safe scraping and sanding done the right way, every time. Many of these houses still carry old paint layers underneath newer coats. Our crew follows strict containment steps to protect your family and your yard. We dispose of debris properly so nothing gets left behind on your property.
Cracked or faded trim ages a whole house. We fix it along with the siding.
Ready for a whole new look? We coat the entire exterior top to bottom.
Garage doors and decks take weather damage fast. We refresh both as part of an exterior job.
Waiting on peeling paint lets water get behind siding and rot sets in. We show up when we say we will and protect your plants and walkways. We've been doing this for 33 years, not just talking about it.
Don't let another Pittsburgh winter make your siding worse. Call Now (412) 583-8604 and we'll come take a look.
We keep it simple so you always know what's next. You get clear steps from the first call to the final coat. No guessing, no surprise changes, no confusion about who shows up or when.
We walk your property and check the siding, trim, and any trouble spots. We'll tell you honestly what needs doing and give you a free estimate on the spot.
We scrape, sand, and prime using lead-safe methods on older Pittsburgh homes. We cover your plants, walkways, and anything nearby before we start painting.
We apply quality paint built for Pittsburgh's humidity and freeze cycles. When we're done, we haul away debris and leave your yard clean.
Price depends on your home's size, siding type, and how much prep it needs. Old clapboard on Butler Street with lead paint layers takes more time than newer vinyl siding near Pleasant Avenue. Moisture damage from past flooding can also add sealing work before paint goes on. We give you a written, upfront quote after our free walkthrough, so there are no surprises later.
I recently had this company paint the exterior of my home along with two garages. The owner Bob was easy to talk and accommodating. The real star was Mark who did most of the painting. He did an excellent job, was courteous, was promptly on time and cleaned up after himself. Both painters on sight were so respectful and worked non stop. I highly recommend from my experience.
Bob and team did an excellent job painting both the interior and exterior of the home. They arrived on time and we’re very professional. I would highly recommend them for any painting projects you have.
We recently had USNER PAINTING paint our four story fire escape. They have painted it in the past and did a great job so we expected nothing less and they delivered again. The restoration engineer who worked on our job was impressed with their work and recommended them for another job he was working on.
They completed the job in a timely manner and left the work area clean when they were finished.
Jeff Wilson
Ben and his co workers were very attentive to the work that needed to be done. They went above and beyond moving alot of boxes and furniture to the middle of room and covering everything before painting and put everything back and cleaned up when finished. They also did other jobs that I didn't even think about doing but definitely need to be done. They made a big improvement in my attic and basement.
Bob and Ben did a great job painting the front of our house.
Bob Usner responded almost immediately to my online inquiry, gave me a fair quote based on pictures I sent, his son Ben came out and did the work, quite excellently. Ben was thorough, respectful, professional. We are very happy with the results and would use Usner Painting again when we need to. Highly recommended!
We are so glad we found Bob Usner and his painting company. We asked Bob to paint the interior of our newly purchased home. Josh and the painting crew did a phenomenal job not only painting, but with some wall repait, too. The crew worked long hours to make sure the job was completed on time (before flooring contractors arrived), even though we expanded the scope of work a couple of times. You couldn't work with a nicer group of people. We will definitely call them again for any future painting needs.
Can't say enough good things about Bob & Ben. They gave a competitive price estimate. They were reliable and started and finished the job on schedule. The crew was great to work with and their work and attention to detail was fantastic. We had some very old wallpaper in a bedroom and hallway that had to be removed. As they started to strip it, they discovered it was applied over a previous incorrectly hung layer which made the removal very labor intensive. The crew did a fantastic job and was able to remove both layers and restore the walls to their original condition.
Highly recommend Bob & Ben Usner Painting
I highly recommend Bob Usner for any and all paint jobs. He previously did an excellent job on some exterior paint work and just completed an entire interior repaint of my house. He and his crew far exceeded my expectations. I have 100+ year old house and the plaster was definitely showing its age. His crew did way more extensive work repairing walls and ceilings than I could have ever expected. He used top quality paint and detailed attention was paid to its application. His estimate was more than fair, and he stuck to it – there are no surprises with Bob. His crew cleaned up at the end of every day, they were polite and conscientious while in my home, and they were very mindful of my pets. In my opinion, if you are looking for a local business to support, you won’t find anyone better in the Pittsburgh area. Bob will always be my go-to for any painting I need.
Here are answers to what Pittsburgh homeowners ask us most. These questions come up on almost every job we quote. We answer them plainly so you can plan your project with confidence.
Most jobs run between $2,500 and $8,500 depending on size and prep work. Older homes with lead paint layers cost more because of required safety steps. We give you a free, written estimate before any work starts.
Most homes take three to five days from prep to final coat. Weather can push that out, especially during humid Pittsburgh summers. We'll give you a realistic timeline at your estimate.
DIY can work for small touch-ups, but full exteriors are risky on older homes. Many Pittsburgh houses have lead paint that needs certified handling. We're licensed and insured, so the job gets done safely.
Most homes need a fresh coat every seven to ten years. River humidity and freeze-thaw cycles in Pittsburgh can shorten that. Wood siding usually needs attention sooner than vinyl.
As soon as you notice it. Peeling paint lets water behind the siding, and that leads to rot. We've seen small spots turn into expensive repairs after just one Pittsburgh winter.
Look for chalking, cracking, bubbling, or bare wood showing through. Pleasant Avenue homes often show chalking first on vinyl siding. Butler Street wood homes tend to blister or peel near the ground.
Yes, we follow lead-safe practices on any pre-1978 home. Most of Pittsburgh's core blocks fall into that category. We scrape and sand carefully so your family and our crew stay safe.
