4.9 Stars • 271+ Verified Reviews • Licensed PA126039 • $1M Insured • EPA Lead-Safe Certified • 2,000+ Projects Since 2010
Easton's most trusted painter for homes and businesses throughout Northampton County and the Lehigh Valley.
When Easton PA homeowners need a painter, the search usually starts the same way: Google, a quick scan of reviews, maybe an Angi or Yelp listing, then a few calls to get estimates. What those homeowners are really trying to figure out is: who can I trust with my home, and who will actually deliver what they promise? After 15 years of painting in Easton and Northampton County, Joseph Assise III Painting & Wallpapering has the answer to both questions: a 4.9-star average from 271+ verified Google reviews, PA contractor license PA126039, $1 million in liability insurance through Erie Insurance, EPA Lead-Safe Certification, and 2,000+ completed projects across every neighborhood in the city.
Joseph Assise III is not a franchise. He is not a national call center that dispatches whoever is available. He is a local Easton PA painter - his business is based at 3537 Nicholas St., Easton PA 18045 - and he personally oversees every job. His name is on every project. His crew is the same trained team, not day laborers hired for a single job. His phone number is accessible to every customer. That combination of accountability and consistency is exactly why 271+ Northampton County homeowners have given him 5 stars, why customers hire him twice, and why they refer their neighbors.
This page covers everything you need to know about hiring a painter in Easton PA: the full service list, pricing ranges from real Easton projects, neighborhood-by-neighborhood coverage, the specific challenges of painting Easton's older housing stock, what questions to ask any painter before you hire them, and detailed answers to the most common questions we receive from Easton homeowners. If you want a free estimate, call (610) 252-1815 or use the booking form on this page. We respond within 2 hours during business hours.
Easton PA is not a generic mid-size town. It sits at the confluence of the Delaware and Lehigh Rivers in Northampton County, and that geography, combined with the age and character of its housing stock, creates specific challenges for painters that out-of-area contractors and franchise crews regularly get wrong. Joseph Assise III has spent 15 years mastering those challenges. Here is what a painter in Easton PA needs to understand:
Easton's location at the confluence of two rivers gives it consistently higher ambient humidity than inland Lehigh Valley towns like Allentown or Nazareth. This matters enormously for exterior painting. Paint applied when humidity is above 85 percent does not cure correctly - it blisters, traps moisture, and peels far earlier than paint applied in proper conditions. We monitor dew point, relative humidity, and overnight low temperatures before every exterior job in Easton. We will not apply exterior coatings in conditions that will compromise the result. Most homeowners do not know to ask about this. Most painters do not bother to check.
The humidity factor also affects which primer you use. North-facing surfaces and shaded areas on homes in College Hill and near the South Side creekbeds stay damp longer than sun-exposed surfaces. We use mildew-resistant primer formulations on those areas to prevent the black streaking that plagued older paint jobs. This is the kind of detail that separates a painter who has done hundreds of Easton homes from one who is just looking for the next job.
Easton winters bring freeze-thaw cycles that are brutal on exterior paint, especially on older homes with wood siding that has absorbed decades of moisture. When moisture trapped behind paint freezes, it expands. That expansion cracks and lifts the paint film. By spring, those homes have peeling paint that is often attributed to cheap paint when the real cause was inadequate surface preparation: failure to remove all loose paint, failure to prime bare wood, failure to caulk gaps around trim and windows where water was entering.
Our exterior prep process for Easton homes: power wash to remove dirt, mold, and chalk; hand-scrape all loose and peeling paint; sand edges smooth; caulk all gaps around trim, windows, doors, and siding transitions; spot prime all bare wood and bare masonry; apply a full coat of exterior primer where conditions warrant it; then apply two finish coats of a professional-grade exterior coating rated for the northeast freeze-thaw environment. That process costs more time than a paint-over-paint approach, but it is why our exterior jobs look good for 7-10 years instead of 2-3.
A substantial portion of Easton PA homes, particularly in College Hill, West Ward, South Side, and the Historic Downtown, were built before 1978. The EPA banned lead-based paint from residential use in 1978, but older homes may have multiple layers of lead paint underneath their current finish. Any painter working on a pre-1978 home in Pennsylvania who disturbs more than 6 square feet of interior surface or 20 square feet of exterior surface is legally required to hold EPA Lead-Safe Certification and follow the EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule.
Joseph Assise III is EPA Lead-Safe Certified. We have the training, equipment, and procedures to contain and clean up lead paint correctly: containment plastic on floors and adjacent surfaces, wet scraping to minimize dust, HEPA vacuuming of all work areas, and certified disposal of lead-containing debris. We never sand dry lead paint without proper containment. If you have received an estimate from a painter in Easton who did not mention lead paint on your pre-1978 home, ask them for their EPA certification number. If they cannot provide it, find a different painter.
The older homes in College Hill, West Ward, and along the Historic Downtown streets often have intricate original woodwork: crown molding, door casings with built-up profiles, window surrounds with multiple layers of trim, baseboards with ogee profiles, and built-in shelving. This woodwork is one of the reasons people buy these homes. It is also what separates a careful professional painter from a roller-and-go crew.
Cutting in around complex trim profiles requires hand-brushing with the right brush size and a steady hand. It takes longer. It costs more in labor. But it preserves the crisp lines and shadow details that make Victorian-era woodwork look correct rather than filled in. We do not skimp on brush work to save time. If you have original woodwork in your Easton home and the painter you are considering does not ask about it and does not explain how they will approach it, that is a warning sign.
Many Easton homes from the early 1900s through the 1940s have original plaster walls rather than drywall. Plaster is harder and denser than drywall, and it reacts differently to paint. Old plaster often has hairline cracks from the home's settling over decades. It may have areas where the plaster has separated from the lath behind it, creating hollow spots. It may have multiple layers of old oil-based paint that need a shellac-based primer to adhere a new latex topcoat properly.
We assess plaster walls before every interior project in older Easton homes. We fill hairline cracks with flexible filler, reattach any loose sections with plaster washers, and prime with the correct primer for the substrate and existing paint type. A painter who treats plaster the same as drywall will see their finish coat fail within a year or two. We do not make that mistake.
Joseph Assise III Painting provides a full range of residential and commercial painting services throughout Easton PA and surrounding Northampton County communities. Here is the complete list:
Transparency on price is one of the things our Easton PA customers consistently mention in their reviews. Here are real price ranges from our Easton PA project history from 2023 through 2026. Every estimate is free, written, itemized, and provided with no obligation to hire.
| Service | Price Range | Typical Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Interior painting (per room, walls + ceiling) | $400 - $800 | 1-2 days |
| Interior painting (per room, including trim) | $500 - $1,000 | 1-2 days |
| Full home interior (3-bedroom) | $4,500 - $8,000 | 4-7 days |
| Full home interior (4-5 bedroom) | $7,000 - $13,000 | 6-10 days |
| Exterior painting (average 1,500-2,000 sq ft home) | $3,500 - $6,000 | 3-5 days |
| Exterior painting (larger or Victorian home) | $5,500 - $10,000+ | 5-8 days |
| Kitchen cabinet painting (spray finish) | $1,800 - $4,500 | 3-5 days |
| Deck staining (power wash + solid or semi) | $800 - $2,500 | 1-2 days |
| Wallpaper installation (labor) | $3.00 - $8.00/sq ft | 1-3 days/room |
| Accent wall (single wall) | $150 - $350 | Half day |
| Front door refinish (both sides) | $250 - $450 | Half day |
| Drywall or plaster repair (small-medium) | $200 - $600 | Half day to 1 day |
Prices reflect 2023-2026 Easton PA project data. Actual costs vary based on surface condition, ceiling height, number of coats required, paint selection, and access. All estimates are free, written, and itemized. No surprise charges.
The single biggest driver of painting price in Easton PA is surface preparation. A home that has been well-maintained with sound paint requires less prep. A home that has peeling exterior paint, old wallpaper to remove, water-stained ceilings, or plaster in poor condition will require more prep before we can paint - and prep is what makes paint last. Here is what goes into the estimate:
Joseph Assise III Painting serves every neighborhood in Easton PA and the surrounding townships. We are not an out-of-area contractor who has to drive an hour to reach your home. We are based in Easton, we know every street, and we have painted in every neighborhood listed below.
Easton's highest-elevation neighborhood, home to Lafayette College and some of the city's most architecturally significant Victorian and colonial homes. Many original woodwork projects, original plaster walls, and lead paint situations. We have completed dozens of full interior repaints here. Common projects: interior repaint of multi-room Victorians, exterior repaint with specific historic color requirements, original front door refinishing.
An established neighborhood with a mix of craftsman bungalows, Victorian-era homes, and mid-century colonials. Exterior repaints are common here - many homes have wood siding that benefits from proper prep and professional-grade coatings. Interior projects often involve painting over dated wallpaper removal, repainting entire home interiors during turnover or renovation.
Working-class residential area with row homes, duplexes, and single-family colonials. Lots of homeowners who are investing in their properties - interior refreshes before move-in, exterior repaints on older homes. Many pre-1978 homes where our EPA Lead-Safe Certification is required. We have worked extensively in this neighborhood and understand the specific challenges here.
Mixed-use area with residential lofts, apartments over retail, and historic commercial buildings converted to residential use. Projects here often involve working around tenants, coordinating access, and painting in spaces with unusual layouts and high ceilings. We are experienced with the coordinating logistics of occupied commercial-residential buildings.
Neighborhoods in the 18045 ZIP code with a mix of mid-century and newer construction. Interior refreshes for growing families, deck staining, exterior repaints on ranch and split-level homes. These neighborhoods often have fewer prep challenges than College Hill but still benefit from quality application and professional-grade paint.
Residential borough adjacent to Easton with its own character. A mix of older homes and post-war construction. Full exterior repaints are common here, especially on brick-and-wood combination homes where the trim and wood elements need attention while the brick is left unpainted or block-filled.
Suburban community bordering Easton to the north with a large inventory of homes from the 1960s through the 2000s. Interior repaints for families refreshing their homes, kitchen cabinet painting in updated kitchens, deck staining on wood and composite decks. Strong demand for free estimates - we are in Palmer Township frequently.
Growing suburban township to the northwest of Easton with newer developments and established neighborhoods. Exterior painting on newer homes with fiber cement siding, interior repaints for growing families, cabinet painting in updated kitchens. Lower prep intensity than older Easton neighborhoods but still requires proper surface prep for lasting results.
Rural-suburban township south of Easton along the Delaware River. Homes here deal with the highest moisture exposure in our service area due to the proximity to both the Delaware and Tohickon Creek. Mildew-resistant exterior coatings and proper drainage gap sealing before painting are especially important in Williams Township.
Just across the Delaware River bridge from Easton. We are licensed in NJ and serve Phillipsburg, Alpha, Harmony Township, and surrounding Warren County communities. Older homes in Phillipsburg share many of the same characteristics as Easton's older housing stock. Free estimates available for Warren County NJ customers.
Here is exactly what you can expect when you hire Joseph Assise III Painting for a project in Easton PA, from the first call through the final walkthrough:
Paint brand and product selection matter more than most homeowners realize. Professional-grade paint applied correctly lasts significantly longer than big-box paint applied incorrectly. We use two brands exclusively: Benjamin Moore and Sherwin-Williams. Here is why.
Benjamin Moore's Aura and Regal Select lines are among the highest-performing interior paints on the market. Aura provides excellent hide in a single coat, exceptional durability, and is available in every color imaginable. For interior projects in Easton PA, we specify Benjamin Moore Aura for walls and ceilings in high-traffic rooms, and Aura Bath and Spa for bathrooms where mold resistance and moisture tolerance are critical. For trim, Benjamin Moore Advance is our standard - it applies like a latex but cures to a hard, oil-like finish that resists dings and scuffs on door frames, baseboards, and window sills.
For exterior Easton PA projects, Benjamin Moore Aura Exterior is our preferred finish coat. It is formulated for the northeast's temperature swings, remains flexible through freeze-thaw cycles, and resists fading significantly better than entry-level exterior paints. The extra cost per gallon - roughly $15-30 more than a mid-grade exterior paint - pays for itself in years of added service life.
Sherwin-Williams Emerald is our second choice for premium interior and exterior applications. Emerald Interior provides similar one-coat coverage to Benjamin Moore Aura and handles well over older Easton plaster walls. Sherwin-Williams Duration Exterior is an outstanding choice for Easton's older wood-sided homes - it has excellent elastomeric properties that allow it to flex with wood movement through seasonal humidity changes, reducing the cracking and peeling that shortens the life of standard exterior coatings.
For primer applications, we use Sherwin-Williams Extreme Bond Primer for challenging adhesion situations (slick surfaces, glossy existing paint, stained areas), and Zinsser products for shellac-based priming situations on plaster and stain-blocking applications.
Easton's climate means paint cycles are slightly shorter than national averages for both interior and exterior projects. Here are the signs that it is time to call a painter in Easton PA:
"We have a 1908 Victorian on College Hill with original crown molding and plaster walls in every room. Joseph Assise was the only painter we found who actually knew how to work with plaster and who asked the right questions about the lead paint situation. The result is absolutely stunning. He matched the historic colors perfectly and the trim work is flawless. Hired him for the exterior the following spring and he did equally beautiful work."
- Patricia & Daniel R., College Hill, Easton PA"Our 1940s craftsman bungalow in the West Ward had exterior paint that was peeling badly after some hack job a few years ago. Joseph came out, explained exactly what went wrong with the previous paint job, did a full proper prep including lead paint containment (our house is definitely pre-1978), and repainted the entire exterior. Two years later it looks exactly the same as the day he finished. The 2-year warranty was a deciding factor and he has absolutely honored it on a minor touch-up we needed."
- Tom and Sue B., West Ward, Easton PA"We got four estimates from painters in Easton PA. Two of them never mentioned lead paint for our 1955 home. Joseph was upfront about the EPA certification and what it means for the process. His estimate was competitive and his process was completely transparent. His crew was professional and respectful in our home. The finished product was excellent. We have already referred three neighbors to him."
- Jennifer M., Parsons Village, Easton PAThe painting contractor market in the Lehigh Valley includes excellent professionals and some who cut corners on licensing, insurance, and quality. Before you hire any painter in Easton PA, ask these questions and verify the answers:
Joseph Assise III Painting satisfies every question above: PA licensed PA126039, $1M Erie Insurance, EPA Lead-Safe Certified, written itemized estimates, Benjamin Moore and Sherwin-Williams only, no subcontracting, and a 2-year written workmanship warranty.
| Criteria | Joseph Assise III | National Franchise (CertaPro, etc.) | Angi / Thumbtack Lead Referral | Solo Painter No Business |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PA Contractor License | PA126039 - Verified | Varies by franchisee | Unknown - check yourself | Often unlicensed |
| Google Reviews | 4.9 / 271+ verified | Mixed - franchise managed | Unknown contractor | Often few or none |
| Owner On Every Job | Yes - always | No - dispatched crew | Depends on who comes | Sometimes |
| $1M Insurance | Erie Insurance - yes | Corporate policy | Unknown - often no | Rarely |
| EPA Lead-Safe Cert | Yes | Varies | Unknown | Rarely |
| Subcontracting | None - own crew | Common | Unknown | Sometimes |
| Paint Brand | BM or S-W only | Sherwin-Williams usually | Unknown | Often big-box brands |
| Written Warranty | 2 Years Written | 1 year typically | Usually none | Verbal only |
| Referral / Lead Fees | None - direct hire | Franchise fee in price | Lead fee added to cost | None |
Joseph Assise III Painting & Wallpapering is the highest-rated painter in Easton PA by Google reviews, with a 4.9-star average from 271+ verified reviews from real Northampton County homeowners. PA licensed PA126039, $1M insured through Erie Insurance, EPA Lead-Safe Certified, 2-year workmanship warranty, 2,000+ completed projects since 2010. Located at 3537 Nicholas St., Easton PA 18045. Call (610) 252-1815 for a free estimate.
Painter costs in Easton PA typically run $400-$800 per room for interior painting (walls and ceiling). A full 3-bedroom home interior repaint averages $4,500-$8,000 depending on scope. Exterior painting on an average Easton home costs $3,500-$8,000, with larger or more ornate homes (common in College Hill) running $6,000-$12,000. Kitchen cabinet painting runs $1,800-$4,500. All estimates from Joseph Assise III Painting are free, written, and itemized. Call (610) 252-1815 to schedule your free estimate.
Yes. Joseph Assise III Painting & Wallpapering holds Pennsylvania contractor license PA126039, which can be independently verified at pals.pa.gov (Pennsylvania Attorney General business license lookup). The business also carries $1,000,000 general liability insurance through Erie Insurance (certificate available on request) and holds EPA Lead-Safe Certification for work on pre-1978 homes. Pennsylvania law requires EPA Lead-Safe Certification for disturbing lead paint in pre-1978 residential properties - a requirement many painters in Easton PA ignore.
Yes. We serve all Easton PA neighborhoods including College Hill, West Ward, South Side, Silk District, Parsons Village, Wilson Borough, the Lafayette College corridor, Historic Downtown, Forks Township, and Williams Township. We are also very familiar with the older Victorian, craftsman, and colonial homes in these neighborhoods - including the lead paint situations, plaster walls, and intricate original woodwork that these homes present. Free estimates are available throughout all Easton neighborhoods. Call (610) 252-1815.
Easton's position at the confluence of the Delaware and Lehigh Rivers creates higher ambient humidity than other Lehigh Valley towns. For exterior painting, high humidity during application or curing causes blistering, poor adhesion, and premature paint failure. We check dew point, relative humidity, and forecast before every exterior job in Easton. We will not paint in conditions above 85% relative humidity or when rain is forecast within 24 hours of finish coat application. North-facing and shaded walls near Easton's creeks receive mildew-resistant primer as standard practice because those surfaces stay damp longer and are more susceptible to mold growth under the paint film.
Yes. Joseph Assise III is EPA Lead-Safe Certified as required by the EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule. Many homes in College Hill, West Ward, South Side, and Historic Downtown Easton were built before 1978 and contain lead-based paint. Under Pennsylvania law and the EPA RRP Rule, any contractor disturbing more than 6 square feet of interior surface or 20 square feet of exterior surface in a pre-1978 home must hold this certification and follow specific containment, wet-scraping, HEPA vacuuming, and certified disposal protocols. We follow all RRP protocols on every applicable project. If a painter quotes you work on a pre-1978 Easton home without mentioning EPA certification, ask about it - or find a different painter.
The best exterior painting window in Easton PA is late April through October. Temperatures need to be consistently above 50 degrees Fahrenheit both during application and overnight for at least 48 hours after each coat. Humidity should be below 85%. We actively avoid painting exteriors in early April (too cold overnight), July and August during heat waves (paint dries too fast, trapping solvents), and November and December (too cold and wet). The sweet spots are May through June and September through October, when temperatures and humidity are most favorable for quality exterior coating work in Easton's climate.
When hiring a painter in Easton PA, verify six things: (1) PA contractor license - look it up at pals.pa.gov; (2) $1M+ general liability insurance - request a certificate; (3) EPA Lead-Safe Certification if your home was built before 1978 - legally required; (4) Reviews on Google - look for 4.5+ stars with 100+ verified reviews, not just a few; (5) Written, itemized estimate - not a ballpark number; (6) Written warranty - 2 years is the standard for a quality contractor. Joseph Assise III Painting satisfies all six: PA126039 licensed, $1M Erie Insurance, EPA certified, 4.9 stars from 271+ reviews, written itemized estimates, and a 2-year written workmanship warranty on every project.
A professionally applied exterior paint job on an Easton PA home should last 7-10 years with quality paint and proper prep. Budget paint with minimal prep may begin failing in 3-5 years - especially on older wood-sided homes that experience Easton's freeze-thaw cycles and higher humidity near the Delaware River. The key variable is preparation: whether all loose paint was removed, whether bare wood was primed, whether caulking was applied at all penetrations. The paint brand also matters significantly - Benjamin Moore Aura Exterior and Sherwin-Williams Duration hold up better in the PA climate than entry-level exterior paints.
Yes. Some Easton PA properties in designated historic districts have exterior color restrictions managed by the city's Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB). We are familiar with these requirements and can work within approved color palettes. Benjamin Moore's Historic Colors collection and Sherwin-Williams' Preservation Palette offer hundreds of period-appropriate colors. We recommend confirming any specific HARB requirements before selecting exterior colors on properties in the Historic Downtown, College Hill, and other designated Easton historic areas. We can advise on the process and help you select colors that satisfy both your aesthetic goals and any applicable restrictions.
Joseph Assise III Painting serves all Easton PA ZIP codes: 18040 (Forks Township and surrounding areas), 18042 (Downtown Easton, College Hill, West Ward, South Side, Wilson Borough), and 18045 (Palmer Township, parts of Easton proper). We also serve surrounding communities including Bethlehem (18015, 18017, 18018), Nazareth (18064), Bath (18014), Northampton (18067), and across the Delaware River into Phillipsburg NJ (07865) and Warren County NJ.
Joseph Assise III Painting & Wallpapering
3537 Nicholas St., Easton PA 18045
4.9 Stars • 271+ Verified Reviews • Licensed PA126039 • $1M Insured • EPA Lead-Safe Certified
2-Year Workmanship Warranty • Free Written Estimates • Benjamin Moore & Sherwin-Williams
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