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About
At Big Boats LLC, with over ten years of experience, we specialize in restoring old homes through expert interior and exterior painting, plus cabinet refinishing, using eco-friendly paints for vibrant, durable finishes. Our skilled preparation and dedication to customer satisfaction bring timeless beauty back to your home.
Overview
Current Top Pro
Hired 41 times
Serves Richmond, VA
Background checked
2 employees
1 year in business
Business hours
SunClosedMon12:00 am - 10:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Square cash app, and Zelle.
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
Excellent 4.9
28 reviews
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Venus W.
Jun 13, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
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I cannot say enough great things about Mr. Boat and the work he did painting the spaces in my home. From start to finish, he was professional, responsive, and incredibly easy to work with.
His communication was outstanding—he kept me informed throughout the entire process, showed up when he said he would, and made sure every detail was handled with care. His skill set and craftsmanship truly show in the finished product. The quality of his work exceeded my expectations, and the transformation of my home is amazing.
Not only did he deliver exceptional results, but he also provided tremendous value for the price. It's rare to find someone who combines professionalism, talent, reliability, and affordability all in one package.
If you're looking for a painter who takes pride in his work and genuinely cares about customer satisfaction, I highly recommend Mr. Boat. I would absolutely hire him again for future projects! And Will!!
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Details: Home • 2 rooms • Walls • Ceiling • Repainting, with same color • Excellent - clean and smooth • Homeowner or property manager • No, this is not new construction • No, I will move things out of the way myself • Owner
Big Boat LLC's reply
Hi Venus,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a kind and detailed review! We’re truly grateful for your trust and for allowing us to transform your home.
It means a lot to hear that our communication, attention to detail, and the final results exceeded your expectations. Mr. Boat and the whole Big Boat LLC team take a lot of pride in what we do, and reviews like yours make it all worthwhile.
We’re so happy you’re thrilled with the results! If you ever need anything else painted in the future (or know anyone looking for a reliable painter), please don’t hesitate to reach back out. We’d love to work with you again.
Wishing you all the best,
Big Boat LLC
Mr. Boat & Team
Interior Painting
Lauren D.
Jun 9, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Marcos and Boat were great to work with from start to finish. When they came over to provide an estimate, they gave me transparent, honest pricing and let me know their availability to do the work. I was having a water stain from an upstairs leaking washing machine primed and painted. Showed up when they said they would and finished ahead of schedule. I am thrilled with the result. You can’t even tell anything was ever there! I pull definitely use these guys again for future painting needs. Showing the before and after here. Thanks again Boat!!
Details: Home • 1 room • Ceiling • 8 - 10 feet (standard ceiling) • Repainting, with same color • Fair - minor holes and scratches • Homeowner or property manager • No, this is not new construction • No, I will move things out of the way myself • Owner
Big Boat LLC's reply
⭐ Thank you so much, LD! ⭐
We truly appreciate you taking the time to leave such a kind and detailed review. It means a lot to Marcos, and I, and the whole Big Boat LLC team!
We’re thrilled you’re so happy with the results — making that water stain completely disappear was our goal, and hearing that you can’t even tell it was ever there makes our day. We pride ourselves on transparent pricing, showing up when we say we will, and finishing strong. Thank you for trusting us with your home.
We’d be honored to help with any future painting needs. Feel free to reach out anytime — Boat is already looking forward to it! 😊
Big Boat LLC
Professional Painting & More
(804) 933-4024
Interior Painting
K. B.
Jun 3, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Big Boqt painted 2 rooms for us and did a fantastic job using high quality products and was timely. The paint job brought new life to the rooms. The communication throughout the process was great from the time I sent the work request til the job was complete. I would not hesitate to use Bog Boat again and would highly recommend.
Details: Home • 1 room • Trim • Walls • Doors • Ceiling • Window frames • 8 - 10 feet (standard ceiling) • Repainting, with same color • Fair - minor holes and scratches • Homeowner or property manager • No, this is not new construction • Yes, I would like the painter to help move things • Owner
Big Boat LLC's reply
Thank you so much for this wonderful 5-star review, KB! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
We’re thrilled to hear that you loved the transformation in your two rooms. It was a pleasure using high-quality products to bring new life to your space while keeping everything on schedule. We’re especially glad the communication felt smooth and responsive from your initial request through to completion.
It means a lot that you’d trust us again and are happy to recommend us. We truly appreciate your kind words and your business!
If you ever need anything else painted (or know anyone who does), we’d love to help.
Best regards,
Big Boat LLC
Boat
Interior Painting
Terrance W.
Apr 15, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Big Boat provided us with quick and great service. I called on Monday and he started the service on Tuesday. He painted our bathroom painted our stairway powerwashed our house and lastly painted our deck. He was great and the price was reasonable. For someone who lived in many states before Virginia I have to say hands down this was the best service I have ever had when it comes to home improvement.
Details: Home • 1 room • Walls • 10 - 14 feet (high ceiling) • Repainting, with a color change • Excellent - clean and smooth • Homeowner or property manager • No, this is not new construction • No, I will move things out of the way myself • Owner
Big Boat LLC's reply
Thank you, Mr. Watkins,
We’re thrilled you loved the quick service and the work on your bathroom, stairway, power washing, and deck. It means a lot that this was the best home improvement experience you’ve had across all your moves.
Appreciate you! And thanks for the 5 stars.
— Big
Interior Painting
Christie a.
Feb 27, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
we hired boat to paint two bathrooms. he also replaced the crown molding, some baseboard, and found a very nice man to skim coat the walls in one bathroom. his name was greg and he also did an excellent job. boat is punctual, thoughtful and detail oriented. the end result is beautiful and we're very happy with his work!
Details: Home • 2 rooms • Trim • Walls • Doors • Ceiling • Window frames • 8 - 10 feet (standard ceiling) • Repainting, with a color change • Fair - minor holes and scratches • Homeowner or property manager • No, this is not new construction • Yes, I would like the painter to help move things
Interior Painting
Credentials
Background Check
Edavid Boatright
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
At Big Boat LLC, I provide transparent estimates based on the project size, materials, and prep work needed, like addressing peeling paint or restoring historical homes. No hidden fees, and I offer discounts for larger projects or repeat customers when possible.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I start by visiting the site to assess the project, discuss the customer’s needs, and provide a detailed estimate for costs and timeline. Once approved, I prep the surfaces thoroughly, apply high-quality paint, and keep the customer updated until the job’s complete.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I’ve got 13 years of hands-on painting experience, starting with restoring historical homes in Richmond and Petersburg, mastering techniques like surface prep and period-appropriate finishes, and now also tackling modern homes with Big Boat LLC.
