College Works Painting
painting
Serving Ames, IA
From Google Business Profile
4.9
86 Google reviews
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Google categories: Painter, Contractor, Painting
View on Google Maps →Last checked October 6, 2026.
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- Service options
- Online estimates
Photos on Google: 73
Recent Google reviews (excerpts)
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5 out of 5 stars · Jul 2026 · Owner replied
Luke Ohlsen was a pleasure to work with! He answered all our questions thoroughly before and after repainting our bathroom. He was very good at communicating with us during the entire process!!
5 out of 5 stars · Jul 2026 · Owner replied
Working with Kyler and crew was a good experience. Great job meeting expectations and communication on schedule, etc.
5 out of 5 stars · Jun 2026 · Owner replied
Great group of young men, worked very hard prepping, painting and cleaning up. Ryan was the contact person for us and did a great job of explaining everything they were Doing. They did a great job two coats of paint on the body of our…
The owner replied to 6 of the 8 most recent reviews Google showed.
From Google Business Profile, last checked October 6, 2026.
About this business
College Works delivers high-quality exterior painting services while developing the next generation of leaders through the nation's top-ranked college internship program.
Services
- exterior painting
- Estimates
- Yes
Source: the business's own website and its Google Business Profile description, read automatically on October 23, 2026. Not verified by EdgeLocal.
About painters in Ames
Painters prepare and paint interior and exterior surfaces, trim, cabinets and decks. Painting contractors handle surface prep — scraping, sanding, caulking and priming — then apply paint or stain to walls, ceilings, trim, siding, cabinets and decks. Many also repair minor drywall and wood rot before painting.
Typical cost: $2,500–$7,500 for a typical house exterior or several interior rooms. See the full cost guide
Typical U.S. ranges from industry sources (2024–25); not EdgeLocal data. Your quote will vary with scope, materials and location.
Questions to ask this contractor
- Ask about prep work: The quote should describe scraping, caulking, priming and repairs.
- Confirm paint products: Specify brand, product line and number of coats.
- Check lead certification: For pre-1978 homes, ask for EPA RRP certification.