Interior & exterior painting · Staining · Insured · Holden Beach, NC Holden Beach, NC · Insured 828-263-2741
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Holden Beach, NC · Insured painters

House painting that’s a wave above the rest.

Interior and exterior painting and staining by a husband-and-wife team with over 20 years of experience. Careful prep, clean lines and fair prices. We’ll do the painting while you enjoy the waves.

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100% recommend on Facebook
A two-story home with dark brown siding before painting
The same home after: slate blue-gray siding, white rails and a red front door

Drag to compare. A real A Wave Above exterior: brown to slate blue-gray, with a red door.

  • Husband & wifeA small team that shows up
  • 20+ yearsOf painting experience
  • InsuredFor your peace of mind
  • 4 of 4Facebook reviewers recommend

What we do

Painting and staining for coastal homes.

Interior, exterior and the smaller projects too. If it needs a fresh coat, we’d be happy to talk about it.

Before & after

See the difference.

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Bedroom walls in faded mint green before
The same bedroom repainted soft gray
Bedroom repaint: tired mint to a calm, modern gray.
A long tan block wall under a carport roof before painting Before
The block wall painted bright white After
Block wall and carport: tan to bright, clean white.

What customers say

100% recommend, in their words.

  • “Great experience from start to finish! The service was professional, communication was smooth, and everything went well. I would definitely recommend them to others.”

    Justin WalkerFacebook recommendation · October 2026

  • “We had our condo painted and they did an excellent job at a fair price. I highly recommend!”

    Jill FreemanFacebook recommendation · November 2025

  • “Highly recommend! It is refreshing to know that there is still kind, courteous, and professional individuals performing quality work at a price that doesn’t break the bank! Will definitely use you again in the future, and will refer others to you!! Thank you for a job well done!”

    Amanda H. Allmon-LinderFacebook recommendation · April 2023

  • “Great customer service and price. Top notch very detailed and clean work would definitely recommend!”

    Michael HermanFacebook recommendation · April 2023

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Billy Orsell and his wife, the husband-and-wife team behind A Wave Above Painting

Meet the team

A husband-and-wife team who care about the details.

A Wave Above Painting is Billy Orsell and his wife: a small team with over 20 years of experience. We pride ourselves on a strong work ethic, affordable pricing and listening to what our clients want.

We work around your busy schedule, consult with you on color selection and coordination, and combine quality paint with a passion for detail, so the finished job matches what you pictured.

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How it works

Simple, tidy and on your schedule.

  1. 1

    Free estimate

    We visit, listen to what you want and give you a clear, fair price.

  2. 2

    Colors & plan

    We help with colors and sheens and schedule around your week.

  3. 3

    Prep & protect

    Furniture covered, floors and plants protected, surfaces patched and sanded.

  4. 4

    Paint the details

    Quality paint, clean lines and careful edges, room by room.

  5. 5

    Walk-through

    We clean up and walk the job with you before we call it done.

Where we work

Based in Holden Beach, serving the Brunswick County coast.

We paint homes, condos and cottages around Holden Beach and nearby communities like Shallotte, Supply, Ocean Isle Beach and Oak Island.

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What does my free estimate include?

We walk through the rooms or the outside of your home with you, look at the surfaces and any repairs, talk through colors, sheens and paint products, and give you a clear price for the job. There’s no charge and no pressure.

Are you insured?

Yes. A Wave Above Painting is insured.

Do you help choose colors?

Yes. We consult with you on color selection and color coordination so the finished project matches your preferences.

How long does it take latex paint to cure?

Latex paint is dry to the touch in about an hour and can be recoated in a few hours, but it takes roughly two to four weeks to fully cure. Until then, clean gently and avoid scrubbing.

Can I save on paint?

Often, yes. We use high-quality paint, and discounts are available when you use certain paint stores. Ask us at your estimate.

Free estimates

Ready for a fresh coat?

Call Billy at 828-263-2741, or send a few details about your project. Estimates are free.

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