# John The Greek Painting > South Florida's most trusted painting contractor since 1977. Family-owned, zero subcontractors, 49 years of experience serving Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties. ## About John "The Greek" Argiropoulos founded the company in 1977 in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Now led by the second generation (Kirk Argiropoulos, President), the business remains 100% family-owned with all W2 employees, no subcontractors ever. The company is fully licensed and insured with $2M liability coverage. ## Services - **Interior Painting**: Residential and commercial interiors - **Exterior Painting**: Weather-resistant coatings for Florida climate - **Cabinet Refinishing**: Kitchen and bathroom cabinet painting - **Commercial Painting**: Offices, retail, warehouses, HOAs - **Pressure Washing**: Surface prep and standalone cleaning - **Drywall Repair**: Patch and repair before painting ## Service Area Miami-Dade County, Broward County, and Palm Beach County, Florida. Key cities: Miami, Miami Beach, Coral Gables, Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pembroke Pines, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, Delray Beach, Coral Springs, Weston, Davie. ## Contact - **Phone:** (954) 563-4325 - **Email:** info@johnthegreekpainting.com - **Address:** 4058 NE 7th Ave, Oakland Park, FL 33334 - **Hours:** Monday–Friday, 7am–4pm - **Website:** https://www.johnthegreekpainting.com ## Key Facts - Founded: 1977 - License: Florida State Licensed & Insured - Insurance: $2M liability - Employees: W2 only (no subcontractors) - Warranty: 5-year paint warranty - Guarantee: On-time start or project is free - Paint brands used: Sherwin-Williams, Benjamin Moore ## Pages - [Home](https://www.johnthegreekpainting.com/) - [Residential Painting](https://www.johnthegreekpainting.com/residential) - [Commercial Painting](https://www.johnthegreekpainting.com/commercial) - [New Construction Painting](https://www.johnthegreekpainting.com/newconstructionpainting) - [Projects Portfolio](https://www.johnthegreekpainting.com/projects) - [About Us](https://www.johnthegreekpainting.com/about) - [Contact / Free Estimate](https://www.johnthegreekpainting.com/contact) - [Miami Service Area](https://www.johnthegreekpainting.com/service-areas/miami) - [Fort Lauderdale Service Area](https://www.johnthegreekpainting.com/service-areas/ft-lauderdale) - [Palm Beach Service Area](https://www.johnthegreekpainting.com/service-areas/palm-beach) ## Guides & Answers In-depth articles on painting in the South Florida climate. Written by the crew that does the work, not sourced or syndicated. ### Florida Climate & Durability - [Best Exterior Paint for Florida Humidity (2026 Guide)](https://www.johnthegreekpainting.com/tips/best-exterior-paint-florida-humidity): The best exterior paint for Florida humidity: 100% acrylic latex for wood, elastomeric for stucco. What holds up to South Florida heat, rain, and salt air. - [How Long Does Exterior Paint Last in South Florida?](https://www.johnthegreekpainting.com/tips/how-long-exterior-paint-lasts-south-florida): In South Florida's harsh climate, exterior paint lasts 5–7 years on average, not the national 10. Learn what shortens paint life and how to maximize it. - [How to Prevent Paint Peeling on Your Florida Home (6 Steps)](https://www.johnthegreekpainting.com/tips/how-to-prevent-paint-peeling-florida): Prevent paint peeling on your South Florida home in 6 steps: fix moisture sources, prep properly, use elastomeric or 100% acrylic paint, and prime right. - [UV Damage and Paint Fade in South Florida](https://www.johnthegreekpainting.com/tips/uv-damage-paint-fade-south-florida): South Florida's intense UV makes exterior paint fade, chalk, and degrade faster than almost anywhere in the U.S. Which surfaces fade fastest and how to slow it. - [Why Does Paint Peel in Florida's Humidity? Causes & Solutions](https://www.johnthegreekpainting.com/tips/why-paint-peels-florida-humidity): Paint peeling in Florida is caused by moisture intrusion, poor surface prep, or the wrong paint for humid climates. Learn the real causes and lasting fixes. ### Coastal & Salt Air - [Electrostatic Painting in South Florida: The Premium Finish for Metal Fences, Gates & Railings](https://www.johnthegreekpainting.com/tips/electrostatic-painting-metal-surfaces-south-florida): Electrostatic painting bonds electrically charged paint to metal fences, gates, and railings for a factory-grade finish that resists salt-air corrosion far longer than brush or roller. ### Maintenance & Upkeep - [How to Make a Commercial Paint Job Last 10–12 Years in South Florida](https://www.johnthegreekpainting.com/tips/commercial-exterior-maintenance-10-year-paint-south-florida): A commercial exterior in South Florida can last 10–12 years with higher-grade coatings, scheduled pressure washing, and water-intrusion inspections. - [What's in a Home Exterior Maintenance Plan in South Florida?](https://www.johnthegreekpainting.com/tips/home-exterior-maintenance-plan-south-florida): A South Florida exterior maintenance plan: yearly pressure cleaning, waterproofing checks, rust treatment, and crack repair to prevent costly damage. - [How to Maintain Interior Paint & Wood Finishes in a Humid Florida Home](https://www.johnthegreekpainting.com/tips/interior-paint-maintenance-humid-florida-home): How to maintain interior paint and wood finishes in a humid Florida home: control moisture, clean walls correctly, and stop bathroom mildew before it spreads. - [Scheduled vs. Reactive Maintenance for South Florida Commercial Properties](https://www.johnthegreekpainting.com/tips/scheduled-vs-reactive-commercial-property-maintenance-florida): Scheduled vs. reactive maintenance for South Florida commercial properties: why planned upkeep almost always costs less over time, especially near the water. ### Waterproofing & Moisture - [Moisture Testing Before Painting: Why Smart Florida Homeowners Test Their Walls First](https://www.johnthegreekpainting.com/tips/moisture-testing-walls-before-painting-florida): Painting over hidden moisture is why paint bubbles and peels early in South Florida. How a professional moisture diagnostic works, what it measures, and when to order one. - [When Does Your South Florida Home Need Waterproofing? Signs, Timelines & What to Expect](https://www.johnthegreekpainting.com/tips/signs-your-home-needs-waterproofing-south-florida): Exterior stucco and masonry in South Florida need waterproofing every 5–7 years. The warning signs (hairline cracks, efflorescence, soft stucco) and what a professional job involves. ### Wood & Deck Care - [Ipe & Wood Deck Refinishing in South Florida: What to Know and When to Do It](https://www.johnthegreekpainting.com/tips/ipe-wood-deck-refinishing-south-florida): Ipe decks in South Florida need penetrating oil, not film-forming stain, and refinishing every 12–18 months on the coast. Why March, April, and October are the only right months. Full index: https://www.johnthegreekpainting.com/tips ## Common Questions Answers drawn from the FAQ sections published on the site. **How much does it cost to paint a house in Fort Lauderdale?** It depends on square footage, how many stories, the current condition of the stucco or wood, how much surface repair is needed before coating, and the products specified. A single-story home needing light prep is a very different job from a two-story waterfront property needing seawall-side substrate repair and elastomeric coating. We give free written estimates that break out prep, materials, and labor separately so you can see exactly what you're paying for rather than a single lump-sum number. **When is the best time of year to paint in South Florida?** Our dry season, roughly November through April, is the easiest window: lower humidity and fewer afternoon storms mean better cure conditions and fewer weather delays. That said, we paint year-round. During the summer rainy season we start early, watch the radar closely, and plan each day's work so coated surfaces have time to set before the typical afternoon storms roll in. Interior work is unaffected by season. **How often should I repaint my home's exterior in Fort Lauderdale?** Most Fort Lauderdale exteriors need repainting every 5 to 7 years, but location matters more than the calendar. Homes directly on a canal, the Intracoastal, or the ocean take constant salt spray and often need attention closer to every 4 to 5 years, especially on the seaward-facing walls. Inland homes in Coral Springs or Weston with good surface prep can stretch toward 8 years. Early warning signs are chalking that rubs off on your hand, hairline cracking in stucco, and paint lifting near the base of walls. **How often should exterior paint be redone in Miami?** Plan on every 5 to 7 years for most Miami-Dade properties. Buildings on Miami Beach, Key Biscayne, or otherwise directly exposed to ocean salt spray often need it sooner, closer to 4 to 5 years on the exposed elevations. Inland properties in Kendall, Pinecrest, or Homestead typically last longer. The clearest signals it's time are chalking, color fade on the south and west walls, and hairline cracks opening in the stucco. **Can you paint during Miami's rainy season?** Yes. We work year-round and plan around the weather rather than waiting it out. In summer that means early starts, close radar monitoring, and sizing each day's work so freshly coated surfaces have time to set before the typical afternoon storm. Interior painting isn't affected by the season at all. If your project has a hard deadline, we'll tell you honestly how the season affects the schedule before you sign anything. **How often should an oceanfront home be repainted?** Oceanfront and barrier-island properties in Palm Beach County generally need exterior repainting every 4 to 5 years, noticeably sooner than inland homes, which often go 6 to 8. Constant salt spray degrades the coating and contaminates the substrate underneath it. The ocean-facing elevations almost always fail first, so it's common to recoat those on a shorter cycle than the rest of the house. **What kind of paint holds up best on coastal Palm Beach properties?** Product choice matters less than what goes underneath it. Salt-contaminated surfaces have to be properly washed and neutralized first, or even a premium coating will lift within a few seasons. From there we specify marine-grade primers on salt-exposed elevations, UV-resistant topcoats to slow fading and chalking on south and west walls, and elastomeric coatings where hairline stucco cracking needs to be bridged. We match the specification to the exposure of each elevation rather than using one product everywhere. **How long does a typical residential job take?** Most interior projects run 3-4 days. Exterior jobs depend on square footage and prep. Typically 5-8 days. We give you a realistic timeline upfront, not the optimistic one designed to win the bid. **Why do some quotes come in so much cheaper?** Because they're using cheaper paint, fewer coats, less prep, or workers they barely know. In painting, you always pay eventually: either upfront for quality, or two years later when the job fails. **What areas do you serve?** Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties. Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Boca Raton, Delray Beach, and everywhere in between. If you're in South Florida, we're your team. **Are you licensed and insured for commercial work?** Fully licensed and insured with comprehensive liability coverage and workers' compensation. We carry all required licenses for commercial painting in Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties. COI provided before work begins. **How do you minimize disruption to our operations?** We schedule around your business hours: nights, weekends, or phased sections. For occupied buildings, we stage work to keep common areas accessible and use low-VOC materials to eliminate odor complaints.