Moving is a whirlwind of logistics and decisions. Amid the chaos of boxes and checklists, the dream of your new life can feel distant. Imagine, for a moment, stepping through the front door of your new house for the first time as its owner. The movers haven’t arrived yet. It’s quiet. You take a deep breath, and instead of seeing scuffs, outdated colors, or builder-grade beige, you see your vision perfectly realized. The walls are coated in colors that feel like you. The finish is flawless. This isn’t just a house; it’s your home, from the very first minute.

At Maurer Painting, we specialize in turning that moment into a reality. We transform the crucial window between closing and moving in into a seamless, stress-free experience, delivering a truly move-in ready home that reflects your personal style and is ready for a lifetime of memories.

Masterful Craftsmanship

30 years of high-end painting for Boulder’s finest homes.

Precision Project Management

An on-time, seamless process you can absolutely trust.

Your Vision, Realized

Expert guidance on how to choose paint colors for your new home.

Why Paint Before You Move In? A Game-Changer for New Homeowners

Choosing when to repaint house is a big decision, but there is no smarter or more impactful time than before you unpack a single box. Framing your pre-move-in paint job as a strategic investment in your home and happiness is the first step toward a better move-in experience.

  • A Truly Move In Ready Experience

    Enjoy your new home from day one without the disruption of living through a renovation. There’s no need to move heavy furniture, cover your belongings in plastic, or deal with paint fumes. Just pure, unadulterated enjoyment of your new space.

  • Flawless, Efficient Results

    An empty home is the perfect canvas. Our craftsmen can work with unmatched efficiency and precision, ensuring perfectly straight lines, uniform coverage, and meticulous protection of your floors, fixtures, and finishes without any obstructions.

  • A Healthier Start

    Begin your life in a new home with a clean slate. A fresh coat of high-quality, low- or zero-VOC paint improves indoor air quality, seals in any previous unknowns, and ensures the air your family breathes is fresh and clean.

  • The Blank Canvas

    Your home’s colors should tell your story, not someone else’s. Painting before you move in erases the choices of the previous owner or the generic palette of a builder, giving you a completely personalized space that feels like you from the very start.

The Maurer Difference: Where Masterful Craftsmanship Meets Modern Precision

For over 30 years, Maurer Painting has been Boulder County’s most trusted partner for high-end painting. We’ve built our reputation on a foundation of unparalleled Craftsmanship and an unwavering commitment to Perfection. Today, we honor that legacy by merging it with a modern, disciplined approach to project management that ensures a client experience as flawless as our finishes.

Expect Precision

Your move is a high-stakes project, and you deserve a partner who treats it that way. Maurer Painting is led by Bailey Hungerford, whose background is in managing complex projects for some of the world’s most demanding industries, including Lockheed Martin and Johnson & Johnson.

We apply that same aerospace-level discipline to your home. This means meticulous planning, proactive communication, and absolute reliability. It’s how we guarantee your project will be completed on schedule and on budget, providing the peace of mind you need during a hectic time. This is what makes us a truly Trusted partner.

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A Trusted Partner for Boulder Homeowners & Realtors

Excellent
Based on 33 reviews
Rowan Wing
Rowan Wing
2024-02-21
Maurer Painting delivered a great experience! They repainted the entire interior of my home, and it looks fantastic. Tami was wonderful to work with, ensuring my complete satisfaction throughout the process. Due to other renovations, I needed the painting done in stages, and Tami was incredibly accommodating with my schedule. The crew was respectful, professional, and efficient. Tami's attention to detail ensured every last drip and detail was addressed. Highly recommend!
Christina Wressell
Christina Wressell
2024-02-12
I am so pleased with everything from Tami and her team from color consult, easy scheduling, wonderful work ethic, and a fantastic painting result. So pleased in fact that I am hiring them for a second project !
Melodie Weis
Melodie Weis
2023-12-10
Tami & her team are meticulous, professional, and deliver on time. We hired Maurer Painting to paint our living spaces. Their attention to detail was impeccable, and they matched the color and finish to other previously painted areas perfectly. During the project, the employees shared with my husband how much they appreciate working for Tami because she treats them like family, and is very generous to them, and their families at the holidays. It made us feel good knowing we contracted with a business that cares about customers and employees.
Sue Taddeucci
Sue Taddeucci
2023-09-24
I was utterly impressed with Maurer Painting. They did such a fantastic job with the interior of our house that we did not hesitate to have them paint the exterior. I appreciated Tami’s attention to detail, prompt communication, help with color choices, and professionalism.
Richard Welz
Richard Welz
2023-08-28
Excellent job and great customer service. A straight forward on-site estimate with solid pricing. Tami's crew were great at their prep work and even were able to do some minor woodworking repair so the job looked perfect. The paint was right on in color and application. The best experience I have had with a contractor.
Alice Madden
Alice Madden
2023-08-11
Amazing team. Efficient yet very thorough. High attention to detail. Tami so helpful - especially with color choices!!
436 Pine
436 Pine
2023-07-21
I don’t normally write reviews, but i have to say: Maurer is the best. We had them do both the inside and outside of our historic home and were very happy with the results. Excellent attention to detail—and good follow up on punch list items. Loved the customer service from Tami, who is a gem!
Lisa Beuning
Lisa Beuning
2023-05-05
Maurer painting is very professional, punctual and our exterior painting, meticulously done. Tami’s guidance was extremely helpful. Our house looks amazing. I highly recommend Maurer painting.
Susan Lewis
Susan Lewis
2022-09-26
We are 100% happy with the exterior painting of our house. Tami Maurer's team were very detail oriented, easy to work with, and had the patience to do more prep work than has ever been done on our house before. The job was started and finished when Tami said it would be, and it's beautiful!
Stephanie Abramovici
Stephanie Abramovici
2021-09-06
We had a whole-house interior project done (with multiple paint colors) and were thrilled with the entire process, from the initial responsiveness, design consultation, painting, and final walk-through. The crew was so professional, friendly and thoughtful. They even finished a day early! Our house looks amazing, and there was so much care and time taken to ensure everything was well protected. We were given clear instructions on how to prepare and what to expect, this was one of the best experiences with a contractor we've ever had. We deeply appreciate the beautiful work done on our home and the professionalism it was completed with.

A Note for Boulder Realtors:

Your clients trust you to guide them through one of life’s biggest transactions. When you recommend a partner, your reputation is on the line. Maurer Painting is the reliable, professional referral that makes you shine. We work seamlessly with your timelines to ensure properties are pristine and perfectly presented, helping you deliver a truly exceptional, move in ready home to your happy clients.

How to Choose Paint Colors for Your New Home in Boulder

Choosing colors can be one of an exciting—and daunting—parts of personalizing your new home. As experts, we believe in empowering our clients with knowledge. Here are a few foundational tips to guide you.

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Start with Your Whole-House Palette

Instead of choosing colors room by room, think about a cohesive palette for your entire home. A unified color story creates a sense of flow and harmony, making your home feel larger and more thoughtfully designed.

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Mastering Boulder’s Unique Natural Light

Boulder’s high-altitude light is clearer and more intense than in other regions. A color that looks soft and muted elsewhere can appear much brighter here. We recommend observing your color samples on different walls throughout the day to see how they interact with our unique, beautiful sunlight.

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The Power of Large Swatches (Not Tiny Chips)

Paint chips from the store can be deceiving. The best way to test a color is to paint a large sample onto a piece of white poster board and move it around the room. This allows you to see the color in different lighting conditions and against your floors and fixtures without marking up your new walls.

Our Seamless Pre-Move-In Painting Process

We have meticulously designed our process to paint interior house projects with maximum efficiency and minimal stress for you.

1. The Detailed Consultation & Precision Bid

We begin with a thorough walkthrough and discussion of your goals. You’ll receive a comprehensive, transparent quote with no surprises, just a clear plan of action.

2. Color Confirmation & Strategic Scheduling

Once you’ve finalized your colors, we work directly with you, your builder, or your realtor to schedule the project within that perfect window between your closing and move-in dates.

3. Flawless Protection Property Prep

Our process begins with an unwavering focus on protection. We meticulously cover all floors, fixtures, windows, and hardware to ensure your home remains pristine.

4. Expert Surface Preparation & Painting

True craftsmanship lies in the prep work. Whether we are repainting house walls or starting fresh with a painting new construction home project, we ensure every surface is perfectly prepared—sanding, patching, and priming—before applying flawless, even coats of premium paint.

5. Proactive Communication & Daily Updates

You are always in the loop. We provide regular updates on our progress, so you have complete confidence and peace of mind, even if you’re managing the move from afar.

6. The Final Walkthrough & Our Pursuit of Perfection

We conclude with a detailed walkthrough to ensure every detail meets our exacting standards—and yours. We aren’t finished until you are absolutely thrilled.

A high-end paint job today is about more than just color. It’s about creating a smarter, healthier, and more valuable living environment.

Choosing when to repaint house is a big decision, but there is no smarter or more impactful time than before you unpack a single box. Framing your pre-move-in paint job as a strategic investment in your home and happiness is the first step toward a better move-in experience.

The Healthy Home Reset

Your pre-move-in paint job is the ideal opportunity to prioritize your family’s well-being. We specialize in using premium low- and zero-VOC paints that minimize off-gassing. We can also consult on emerging technologies like air-purifying and antimicrobial paints to create the healthiest possible indoor air quality from day one.

Precision for the Smart Home

Modern Boulder homes are often integrated with sophisticated technology. Our crews are experienced in working with the utmost care around smart lighting systems, flush-mount sensors, and in-wall speakers, ensuring your home’s aesthetic and technological integrity are perfectly maintained.

Frequently Asked Questions About New Home Painting

The cost of painting a home’s interior varies based on factors like square footage, ceiling height, the extent of prep work required, and the type of paint and finish selected. We provide a free, detailed, and transparent estimate so you know the exact investment before we begin.

New construction involves priming and painting raw drywall, which requires a specific process to seal the surface properly. Repainting an existing home may involve more extensive prep work, such as patching wall damage or transitioning from a dark to a light color. We tailor our approach to the unique needs of your project for a flawless result.

The timeline depends on the size and scope of your project. An average-sized home can often be completed in 3-7 days. During our consultation, we will provide you with a detailed project schedule that aligns with your move-in date.

Yes. We offer comprehensive interior painting services, including expert finishing for trim, doors, and ceilings, as well as professional cabinet refinishing to completely transform your kitchen or bathrooms before you move in.

Ready to Start Your New Chapter in a Perfect Home?

Your new home is a blank canvas. Let’s make it a masterpiece together. At Maurer Painting, we combine the heart and soul of true craftsmanship with the discipline and reliability of modern project management. We are a high-end company for Boulder’s down-to-earth people, and we are committed to making your transition as seamless and beautiful as possible.