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Est. 2010 — Middleton, Nova Scotia

A finer finish, applied by hand.

Source 4 Painting is a master painting studio led by Michael Burns, serving discerning homeowners, designers and commercial clients across the Annapolis Valley. We deliver premium interior and exterior finishes with the patience and precision the work demands.

Residential · Commercial
Fully insured · WSIB compliant · Free estimates
+1 902-691-2738
Our Philosophy

Surface, light, time.

A painted room is a long-term decision. The right preparation, the right primer, the right number of coats — applied without shortcuts — is the difference between a finish that ages gracefully for fifteen years and one that fails by year three.

We approach every project the same way: a thorough on-site assessment, an honest written estimate, premium materials we are willing to stake our reputation on, and a crew that treats your home or business with the care of our own. No subcontractors. No surprises.

Professional painter applying premium finish to interior wall
By the Numbers

A decade and a half of finishes that hold.

15+
Years in business
1,200+
Projects completed
98%
Repeat & referral rate
100%
Owner on every site
Newly painted coastal home in Nova Scotia at golden hour
Why Source 4

The work speaks. We're glad to as well.

Every estimate is written by Michael Burns. Every crew is led by Michael Burns. When you hire us, you hire a single accountable craftsman — not a sales rep, a coordinator, and a rotating cast of contractors.

  • — Written, line-itemed estimates with no upsell pressure.
  • — Premium Benjamin Moore, Sherwin-Williams & Sico products as standard.
  • — Drop cloths, masking, dust control on every job — large or small.
  • — Two-year written workmanship warranty on all interior work.
  • — Full liability insurance & provincial WSIB coverage.
Process

A simple, predictable five-step process.

01

Consultation

We visit your property, listen, measure, and discuss colour, scope, and timeline. No charge, no obligation.

02

Written estimate

Within 48 hours you receive a detailed written estimate covering materials, labour, surface preparation and finish schedule.

03

Preparation

The largest part of the work and the part that determines durability: cleaning, sanding, patching, masking and priming, done thoroughly.

04

Application

Two to three coats applied by hand or with high-volume low-pressure spray, depending on the substrate and finish required.

05

Walk-through

Together we inspect every surface. Touch-ups are completed on the spot. Only then is the job considered finished.

Words from Clients

"They left the place cleaner than they found it."

"Michael and his crew repainted the entire interior of our 1890 farmhouse. The preparation work alone was worth what we paid. Three years on, not a single chip."
— Helen R., Wolfville
"Hired Source 4 for a 12,000 sq ft retail buildout on a brutal timeline. They were on schedule every single day and the finish is exceptional."
— Daniel P., Halifax
"We've used Source 4 for cabinets, an exterior repaint, and a wallpaper strip. Same level of care every time. Wouldn't call anyone else."
— Sarah & Tom L., Middleton
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