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Backup Painters
Call for Backup (615) 243-6472

Tennessee Edition

Estimates: Free

Middle Tennessee House Painting

Your first choice didn’t call back?

That’s alright. We paint houses, too. And as it turns out, we’re pretty darn good at it.

Call for Backup Get a Quote

Or dial (615) 243-6472

Our cartoon painter: a mustached man in a paint-splattered cap and white overalls, a pencil behind his ear and one hand on his hip, holding up a dripping paint roller and looking very serious about it.
Exhibit A: a painter. Ours, specifically.

Your second choice since 2026

Section A Local Services

Believe it or not, we actually paint houses.

Despite the name, we’re serious about preparation, clean lines, good materials, and leaving your home looking better than we found it.

  • Cartoon of our painter painting the inside of a house.

    Interior Painting

    Walls, ceilings, trim, and the occasional color that takes six weeks to decide on.

    • Walls
    • Ceilings
    • Trim
    • Doors
  • Cartoon of our painter painting the outside of a house.

    Exterior Painting

    Because your neighbors have been looking at the outside of your house, too.

    • Siding
    • Trim
    • Shutters
    • Front doors
  • Cartoon of our painter refinishing cabinets and doors.

    Cabinets & Doors

    A fresh finish for the things you open, close, and occasionally slam.

    • Kitchen cabinets
    • Vanities
    • Built-ins
    • Doors
  • Cartoon of our painter working on a deck and fence.

    Decks & Fences

    Making the great outdoors look a little greater.

    • Decks
    • Fences
    • Railings
    • Porches

Section B Opinion

A surprisingly responsible painting company.

We joke around on paper. We don’t joke around with your house.

  • Fig. 1. Tape. We go through a lot.

    Careful preparation

    Patching, sanding, caulking, priming, taping. Most of a good paint job happens before anyone opens a can.

  • Fig. 2. Your couch, protectived.

    Respect for your home

    We cover what isn’t being painted, clean up after ourselves, and remember that we’re guests who happen to own ladders.

  • Fig. 3. Our backup phone system.

    Clear communication

    You’ll know what we’re doing, when we’re doing it, and what it costs. Preferably before we do it.

  • Fig. 4. Three shades of white.

    Attention to the little things

    Straight lines, clean edges, and outlet covers put back on level. The sort of thing you only notice when it’s wrong.

Section C How-To

It’s not exactly rocket science.

  1. You call us.

    Preferably after deciding you need something painted.

  2. We take a look.

    We figure out what needs doing and put together a quote.

  3. We paint.

    This is where we really shine.

  4. You admire.

    We recommend doing this for several minutes.

Section D Business

Our cartoon painter sitting at a modest office desk with a cup of coffee and an old telephone.

How did we end up being the backup?

We noticed that every painting company claims to be the best painting company in town. That seemed like a pretty crowded market.

So we decided to be the backup.

Behind the cartoons and questionable business name is a real painting business that cares about doing good work, treating people fairly, and taking care of their homes.

— The Management

Section E Letters to the Editor

Frequently Asked Questions

Are you actually professional painters?
Yes. We just have an unfortunate sense of humor.
Do I have to call my first choice before calling you?
No. We’ve decided to waive that requirement.
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes. Even our estimates are free of charge.
Do you help choose paint colors?
Absolutely. Although we reserve the right to bring a magnifying glass if you’ve narrowed it down to three shades of white.
Where do you work?
Franklin, Brentwood, Nashville, and surrounding areas of Middle Tennessee.

Section F Classifieds

Well, you’ve made it this far.

Might as well get something painted.

Call for Backup

Wanted: Walls, ceilings, trim, cabinets. Any condition. Serious inquiries and mildly curious ones both welcome. Dial (615) 243-6472, or apply in writing.

Our cartoon painter sits at a wooden desk with his chin in his hands, staring at a rotary telephone that is not ringing. There is a mug of coffee beside him, and the wall calendar behind him has a row of days crossed off.