Meet The owner
Val Traore, Owner
I had a mad crush on Norm, the carpenter guy on the popular PBS show, “This Old House” I loved that show! And it was the quality workmanship and pride they took in each project that became the genesis of me wanting to get into the home improvement industry and do it right!
After more than three decades leading transformational change in the nonprofit sector—most recently as the Executive Director of the Village Learning Place—I made the bold decision to return to my encore career as a socialpreneur in the trades.
I founded A Woman’s Brush Painters & Remodelers not just to build beautiful spaces, but to disrupt an industry where women are underrepresented and underestimated. What began as a passion project rooted in childhood memories—watching Bob Vila's This Old House and learning from my brothers’ hands-on repairs—evolved into a certified, woman-owned painting and remodeling company serving residential and commercial clients across Maryland.
Today, our team brings the same discipline, heart, and mission-driven leadership I honed in the nonprofit world. We’re Google 5-star rated, a trusted Home Depot contractor, and MDOT-certified. Whether we’re repainting a 250-room college dormitory or transforming a family home, our motto remains the same: Quality Workmanship. Legendary Customer Service.
At my core, I’m still in the business of service—just with a paintbrush instead of a policy brief.
Experienced and Talented
Our workforce consists of seasoned painters with an average of 10 years of professional painting experience in all facets of painting and applications using spray, roll, and brush. In addition, each team member is background-checked, vetted, and bonded.
Our painting company is fully insured for liability and workers' compensation. Upon request, we will provide certificates of proof of insurance.
Let Us Make Your Dream Home a Reality
At A Woman's Brush, we have a deep understanding of the importance of your home to you and your family. Through our seamless process, personalized attention, uncompromising quality, and unwavering dedication, we are here to make your dream home a reality. Trust us to transform your space into one that exudes elegance, comfort, and the essence of who you are. Contact us today to embark on this rewarding journey with A Woman's Brush Painters and let us bring your vision to life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Please call us at 202738-0032 if you cannot find an answer to your question.
What is your price range?
Our projects start at $3,500. It all depends on the size and complexity of the project, including how much prep or repair work we need to do. Scheduling a virtual complimentary consultation with one of our customer experience professionals will better answer your price questions..
What are your payment terms and forms of payment?
We start with a 30% deposit to reserve a slot. The remaining 70% is broken into milestone payments which your customer experience professional will detail. We accept many forms of payment: credit cards, checks, Venmo, and Zelle.
Can you bill my home insurance?
We cannot bill your insurance, but we will provide all the documentation that you need to file for reimbursement..
What is your warranty?
We provide a 30-day guarantee on labor and a 90-day guarantee on the paint. More details are provided in the contract under warranty.
What is included with your free repair estimate?
All of our estimates include a fully detailed scope of the work to be completed. You will receive a written report with a breakdown of the cost and time estimate for your project.
How will you handle the scheduling of your work orders?
We’ll communicate with you every step of the way. If we can see that we will not have the work completed by the agreed-upon time, we will reach out to get a new completion date.
How far out are you booking projects?
Our average lead time is 4 weeks out, but sometimes we have unexpected slots open that enable us to start you sooner.
Are you licensed?
Yes, we are licensed in the state of Maryland and New Jersey. You can search us by our corporate name, The Traore Group, Inc. dba A Woman’s Brush. We are also fully insured and will provide documentation attached to your contract for your convenience.
Can I trust the painters that are in my home?
Yes. We only hire vetted and bonded painter professionals. Our painters have an average of 10 years of professional experience and are highly rated as dependable, trustworthy, and quality workers. We will not put anyone in your home that we would not have inside of our own.
