Brothers Scott and Phil Smith founded Most Valuable Painters in 2017 after the sudden closure of JLB Enterprise, where Scott had worked since 2004. Scott handles estimates and project management while Phil works alongside the crew. Lead painter Carlos, mentioned by name across multiple customer accounts, has become a fixture on job sites. Scott brings 15 years of painting experience and speaks Spanish fluently, managing communication with the bilingual crew.
The Glen Burnie company specializes in cabinet refinishing transformations that customers describe as making kitchens look completely renovated. Projects range from single bedrooms to eight-room interior repaints, basement finishing, deck staining, and popcorn ceiling removal. They handle both residential and commercial work, with particular expertise in drywall repair and surface preparation. The crew uses Sherwin-Williams, Benjamin Moore, and Pittsburgh paints, passing their contractor discounts directly to customers.
The MHIC licensed team (License No. 116060) serves Anne Arundel County and surrounding areas, including Annapolis, Severna Park, Hanover, Odenton, and Crofton. The fully insured operation maintains general liability coverage as required by Maryland Home Improvement Commission regulations.
Updated: 04-06-2026
Multiple customers report cabinet work that exceeds expectations. Carolyn Washington describes results as "outstanding" and notes her kitchen cabinets "look like we renovated." Fred uses "absolutely amazing" to describe his cabinet transformation. Britt M posted four photos showing the dramatic difference in cabinet and railing refinishing. The crew removes doors and drawers to their shop for spray priming and professional finishing while handling cabinet bases on-site with careful sanding and shellac-based primer application.
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Several reviews specifically mention ahead-of-schedule completion. Carolyn Washington confirms the crew finished earlier than estimated. Dan Zawacki notes they "made short work" of his challenging bedroom with unusual dimensions and high ceilings. William S mentions project completion "within a week of contacting" Scott. The pattern suggests realistic estimates with efficient execution rather than padding timelines.
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Customers consistently praise daily cleanup protocols. Sharon C notes the crew "cleaned up at the end of each day," while Beverly mentions they took "special care protecting" furniture and floors. Multiple reviews reference floor protection systems and furniture covering. Jackie Kelly, whose project involved eight rooms and two ceilings, mentions the crew's attention to keeping work areas clean throughout the multi-room project rather than waiting until completion.
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Several customers who obtained multiple quotes mention competitive pricing. Carolyn Washington describes their rates as "extremely reasonable in comparison" to other estimates received. Jackie Kelly calls the pricing "very reasonably priced" for the extensive eight-room project completed. The company passes full paint contractor discounts to customers rather than marking up materials, according to website information verified against customer value perceptions in reviews.
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Response time appears notably fast based on customer accounts. Dan Zawacki mentions "Scott was quick to respond" to his inquiry. William S completed his project "within a week of contacting" the company, suggesting rapid estimate turnaround and scheduling. Multiple reviews reference Scott's direct communication and accessibility throughout projects. The pattern indicates owner Scott handles initial contact personally rather than through administrative layers.
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Britt M describes both brothers as "extremely friendly, courteous, professional" when working on her project. Scott handles estimates, customer communication, and project oversight while also working on-site. Phil works directly with the painting crew on job sites. The brothers' involvement represents the family-owned operational structure customers mention. Scott's 15-plus years of painting experience (starting at age 18 with brother Phil at Smith Painting) informs both the estimating and execution phases.
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Detail orientation emerges as a consistent theme. Monique Marriott uses "extremely meticulous" to describe the work quality. Sharon C mentions the "little details that made a big difference." One particularly telling example appears in a review noting the crew proactively identified and addressed nail pops and ceiling pits that the homeowner's eyes hadn't detected, then spackled and sanded these imperfections without being asked. This suggests quality control beyond simply following work orders.
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Project complexity spans from single rooms to comprehensive renovations. Dan Zawacki's large bedroom featured "unusual dimensions and high ceilings" that the crew navigated successfully. George B received an "excellent ceiling job" for what he describes as challenging ceiling work. Jackie Kelly's eight-room interior plus two ceilings represents the upper range of residential scope. Monique Marriott hired them for two separate properties (a rental home and her current residence), suggesting capability across different property types and repeat customer confidence.
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Updated: 04-07-2026