Dallas's Trusted Painters — 81 Five-Star Reviews, 3-Year Guarantee
Dan Keenan Paint Company delivers professional interior and exterior painting across Dallas, TX — from Preston Hollow estates to Uptown condos and Lake Highlands bungalows. Owner Dan Keenan has led every project since 1992, earning 81 five-star reviews from Dallas homeowners and businesses. We don't subcontract — the crew that arrives is trained, vetted, and accountable to Dan. Every job carries a written 3-year guarantee, and we'll walk you through exactly what's included before work begins.
Dallas homes demand more from a paint job than most cities. The Texas heat, UV intensity, and humidity swings between seasons — think a January cold snap followed by a July that cracks untreated wood trim — mean prep quality isn't a nice-to-have. It's the difference between paint that holds for a decade and paint that peels by year three. We've worked in Oak Cliff, Lakewood, the M Streets, Far North Dallas, Park Cities, and Bishop Arts District long enough to know what each neighborhood throws at an exterior coat.
Interior painting in Dallas presents its own challenges. Older homes near Love Field, Highland Park, and University Park often have textured ceilings, plaster walls, and trim profiles that cheap crews skip over or mask wrong. We do the prep work. That means proper sanding, full priming on bare surfaces, caulking every gap, and masking trim with the care it deserves. You'll see the difference on day one — and still see it five years later.
Exterior painting in Dallas means selecting products engineered for Texas conditions. Sherwin-Williams Duration and Resilience Exterior are built for high UV and thermal expansion — not just marketed that way. We specify sheen levels based on surface orientation: south- and west-facing walls get a higher sheen to resist UV degradation faster. We match product to problem, not to margin. If you've had a paint job fail early, it almost certainly wasn't the paint brand. It was the prep.
House painting in Dallas covers a wide range of project types — and so do we. We handle popcorn ceiling removal across Dallas, TX, drywall and sheetrock repair, cabinet refinishing, wrought iron painting, commercial painting, and historic home restoration. No job gets handed off to a subcontractor. Call (214) 352-9031 Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 6 PM, and you'll reach someone who can actually answer your questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does house painting cost in Dallas, TX?
Painting costs in Dallas depend on square footage, surface condition, number of coats, paint grade, and prep complexity. A home with peeling exterior paint, bare wood, or water-damaged sheetrock will cost more than a well-maintained surface — because it takes more time and product to do it right. We won't quote a flat price without seeing the scope. What we will tell you: we don't cut prep to hit a low number. Call (214) 352-9031 for a free, written, itemized estimate so you know exactly what you're paying for.
What does the 3-year guarantee actually cover?
Our written 3-year guarantee covers peeling, flaking, or adhesion failure caused by application defects — not damage from impact, flooding, or owner-applied modifications. If a covered issue appears within three years, we return, assess, and repaint the affected area at no charge. You don't need to negotiate or escalate. Dan Keenan handles it directly. That's the entire process — no runaround, no fine print that reverses the commitment.
What should I do before your crew arrives to paint my Dallas home?
For interior work: move small furniture and fragile items away from walls, take down wall hangings, and let us know about any areas needing special care — like antique trim or custom millwork. We handle furniture protection and floor masking. For exterior: clear plants and patio furniture away from the house perimeter. We handle masking, surface prep, and cleanup. You don't need to prime or do any prep yourself — that's our job.
How long does a Dallas exterior paint job take?
A standard single-family exterior in Dallas takes two to five days depending on square footage, surface condition, number of stories, and weather. Homes with significant prep needs — cracked caulking, bare wood, prior paint failure — take longer because we don't skip that work. We'll give you a realistic timeline in writing before the project starts, not a lowball estimate that stretches in the field.
Do you do popcorn ceiling removal in Dallas, TX?
Yes. Popcorn ceiling removal is one of our most requested services in Dallas — particularly in homes built between the 1960s and 1990s in areas like Lake Highlands, Far North Dallas, and Carrollton. We test for asbestos before any removal on older ceilings. If asbestos is present, we coordinate with a licensed abatement contractor before proceeding. After removal, we skim-coat, retexture if needed, and leave the ceiling paint-ready.
Do you handle sheetrock repair in Dallas?
Yes. Drywall and sheetrock repair is part of nearly every interior project we take on in Dallas. Nail pops, settling cracks, water damage patches, and texture matching are all handled in-house before paint goes on. We don't paint over problems and hope they disappear. Visible repairs under paint are a prep failure — and we don't leave the job until the surface looks right.
What paint products do you use and why?
We specify Sherwin-Williams and Benjamin Moore product lines based on surface type and exposure. For Dallas exteriors, Sherwin-Williams Duration provides a self-priming, high-build film that handles thermal expansion in Texas heat. For interiors, Emerald and Aura lines offer washability and low-VOC formulations safe for occupied homes. Sheen selection matters: flat hides surface imperfections on ceilings, eggshell works in living areas, satin handles kitchens and baths, and semi-gloss protects trim. We explain every choice before we spec it.
How do I compare painting bids in Dallas without getting burned?
Don't compare by price per square foot. Compare by what's included. Ask every bidder: How many coats? What specific products? What prep steps are included — sanding, priming, caulking? Who are the crew members and are they employees or subcontractors? What does the warranty actually cover and how is a claim resolved? Any contractor who won't answer those questions specifically is hiding something. We'll put every answer in writing before you sign anything.
What neighborhoods do you serve in Dallas?
We cover the entire city of Dallas and the broader DFW metro, including Preston Hollow, Highland Park, University Park, Uptown, Lake Highlands, Oak Cliff, Lakewood, the M Streets, Bishop Arts District, Far North Dallas, and surrounding areas including Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Carrollton, Irving, and more. We know the architectural characteristics and HOA requirements in each area — that matters when you're specifying products or matching historic paint profiles.
Are you licensed and insured for painting work in Dallas?
Dan Keenan Paint Company carries comprehensive general liability insurance and workers' compensation coverage for all work in Dallas and throughout the DFW area. We've been operating here since 1992. If a contractor can't immediately produce proof of insurance for your job, don't let them through the door — the liability risk isn't worth the discount.