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What you’re seeing here are human-authored case studies based upon real projects, real problems, and real results in the Buffalo NY suburbs. Every project was completed and recorded in-house by Carrigan Painting.
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  • Finishing a New Drywall Ceiling in Tonawanda

    Finishing a New Drywall Ceiling in Tonawanda

    This isn’t something we do every day, we specialize in drywall and plaster repairs, not new drywall finishing. But this ceiling project in Tonawanda NY was a nice change of pace. We handled everything from taping and finishing to priming and final paint, bringing it to a clean, uniform finish. The end result was smooth,…

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  • Plaster Repair & Painting: Our Approach for WNY Homeowners

    Plaster Repair & Painting: Our Approach for WNY Homeowners

    When a homeowner in West Seneca recently replaced all the plumbing in their home, they faced the inevitable aftermath: damaged walls and ceilings. But unlike many contractors who offer quick fixes with drywall or patch compound, this homeowner wanted something authentic and lasting, real plaster repair. That’s where we came in. Unlike most painters in…

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  • Exterior House Painting – Kenmore NY

    Exterior House Painting – Kenmore NY

    Today we started an exterior house painting in Kenmore NY. We began by pressure washing the exterior surfaces to be painted to remove dirt, and bird droppings, ect. The back of the home is wide vinyl siding which was painted black over 10 years ago. Surprisingly it didnt warp! Typically painting light siding dark, doesn’t…

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  • WNY’s Plaster Homes: Lath and Rocklath

    WNY’s Plaster Homes: Lath and Rocklath

    The two of the most common building materials used for interior wall and ceiling construction in history is lath and plaster, and drywall (also known as gypsum board or sheetrock). They have very distinct characteristics and applications, and depending on the age of your home, will largely dictate which materials are used in your home.…

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  • New Home, New Look: Interior Painting in Clarence, NY

    New Home, New Look: Interior Painting in Clarence, NY

    We recently completed a full interior painting project on a newly purchased home in Clarence, NY, delivering both aesthetic appeal and long-lasting protection for the new homeowner. The scope of work focused on the entire home. On the first floor, where we applied three full coats of premium wall paint throughout, and 2 coats on…

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  • Two Coats of Perfection: Exterior Painting in Snyder NY.

    Two Coats of Perfection: Exterior Painting in Snyder NY.

    Yay! We finally made it outside (half-way through June) now that it has stopped raining. For the next two weeks we will be hand painting this home in Snyder. We pressure washed on Monday, to remove dust and dirt, and then began with scraping the loose paint off windows and trim. Due to the intense…

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  • Interior Painting and Patching in Willow Ridge Estates Amherst NY

    Interior Painting and Patching in Willow Ridge Estates Amherst NY

    Today we are back at Willow Ridge Estates in Amherst, This time for some interior painting. We are re-painting the ceilings, walls, trim, risers ect. including 11 interior doors in the foyer/front hall, stairwell, and upstairs hall. We pole sanded the walls and ceilings then repaired the ceiling quickly so that it can dry –…

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  • Choosing the Right Paint and Primers in Buffalo NY

    Choosing the Right Paint and Primers in Buffalo NY

    Key Differences Between House Paints When starting a painting project, understanding the various types of paints available is fundamental. These paints differ significantly in composition, finish, and intended application, making it essential to choose the right type for the specific needs of each project. Broadly, house paints can be classified into water-based (latex) and oil-based…

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  • Carrigan Painting Converted to an LLC

    Carrigan Painting Converted to an LLC

    On June 5th, 2025, Carrigan Painting officially transitioned from a sole proprietorship operating under a DBA (Doing Business As) to a registered Limited Liability Company (LLC). At the same time, we elected S-Corporation status for federal tax purposes. The official name of the business is now Carrigan Painting LLC. Since COVID, we’ve experienced steady, year-over-year…

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  • Plaster Cornice Restoration in Orchard Park NY.

    Plaster Cornice Restoration in Orchard Park NY.

    Today we began a plaster cornice restoration in Orchard Park NY. These plaster features require a high level of skill to restore properly, it’s easy to get in over your head without the right experience. We take on these repairs selectively, on a case-by-case basis. Generally, the more intricate the detail, the more skill (and…

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