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    LE
    Redwood City, CA·

    Painting

    "Lionel and his team did a great job painting the exterior of our house and we hired him again to paint the interior including cabinetry. He is very detail oriented and works side-by-side with his crew, so you don't have to deal with different people for estimates and on the job communications."

    Vince K. in January 2024

    Positeri Painting Logo
    Redwood City, CA·

    Painting

    "Even my neighbor an retired professional painter complimented on how good the painting is! I am very pleased with the Mr Positeri and his crew's work and they were very professional from the start to the end. They are a gem for the paint industry!"

    Richard A. in October 2012

    AP
    Menlo Park, CA·

    Interior/exterior repairs, Interior/exterior painting

    "Alex has done multiple projects for me: sealing and painting exterior trim, painting interior and exterior plaster, painting wood, and stucco repair, hot tub refinishing, and replacement of three fence posts. He is very talented and adept at handling the many problems that come up in painting an old house like mine. I am very satisfied with the results and recommend him highly."

    Guillaume S. in February 2022

    TP

    "Precise Touch is the BEST! They repainted our badly weathered trim and facia boards. The surfaces were in really bad shape. They did a very thorough job on the prep work, scraping, filling and priming. When they did the finish coat they masked areas that other painters might have merely "cut in" with a brush. The result far exceeds my expectations. If you need a professional, excellent painter...THIS IS IT!"

    David H. in October 2023

    EP
    San Jose, CA·

    Interior and Exterior Painting

    "Branden( owner) was very professional and informative. His staff was courteous, on time and did a great job. They came out within a couple of days of calling and helped fixed a kitchen that needed a lot of work. My bedroom ceiling and walls were very poor looking and now look wonderful. I am very pleased and highly recommend Elliott"s Painting. Very pleased"

    Linda G. in October 2016

    DP

    "I solicited three proposals for the refinishing of my large deck, Duqueâ s proposal was right in line with the others, they worked us into their schedule and were able to start working within a week. Stripping the old finish and discoloration took a day to complete. After two days dry time they returned and applied semi clear Super Deck finish using an airless sprayer and back rolling. They applied two coats for a deep penetration and seal. Iâ m very happy with their workmanship and great communications, keeping me updated on each step of the process."

    Jerry C. in May 2024

    Blue Custom Painting, Inc. Logo
    San Jose, CA·

    Interior or Exterior Painting or Staining - Small Projects, Exterior Surfaces - Powerwashing, Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms , and 2 more

    "OMG, this is hands down the best contractor team you will ever have the pleasure of working for you should you decide to use them. They can do any type of work you need. We had them pull old carpet, put in hardwood floors, paint, put in crown molding. Paint the outside of the house, fix the garage before painting, fix the back door and front door, so they are airtight, fix the white picket fence, move the mailbox and re-post it, put in a ceiling fan, install electrical lines, paint the porch, fix some cabinets, put in a beam on the porch, and so on as part of some remodeling. I could not possibly have had all this work done if they had not been extremely reasonable. I love the guys on this team. I trust every single one of them and Rolando has a better personality than any contractor I have ever worked with. Not only that he is honest and trustworthy. He does not ask for anything up front. Their work speaks for itself. All I can say is that I hate even posting this because I do not want them so busy I cannot get them to come back to my house. Honestly, these are the guys you want."

    Eva J. in May 2019

    CP

    "Ivan is great to work with. He is personable and asks the right questions to make sure you will get the end product you want. He painted our entire exterior and made sure the trim details were exactly how I wanted. He also did a great job painting our kitchen cabinets."

    EBF13DE02B7406FD14C97EC3D136E6B36A27B53DD327602E7ACE6912CCBCCFA9 6. in June 2025

    GP
    East Palo Alto, CA·

    "The Gutierrez brothers did a great job painting all nine of our exterior French doors inside and out, a large bedroom with many windows and we threw in a bathroom at the last minute. They got everything done under time and on budget. Their price was well under the other bid we received, almost too good to be true, but it wasnâ t! Not only was their work great, they kept everything clean and were so quiet, you could barely tell they were there. They communicated promptly and asked all the right questions to clarify the job both when quoting and doing the work. Not only were they professional but they were personable. They were knowledgeable, reliable, friendly, respectful, and even worked around our houseful of cats and made sure none were let out. Definitely recommend them, have already referred them to friends, and will have them back for any future painting needs. Just nice reliable hard working guys you can trust!"

    Lisa C. in June 2024

    LP

    "Luis is a skilled, hard-working, thorough, and trustworthy professional craftsman who takes pride in doing an excellent job. He cleaned and restained 3 redwood decks for me, along with wood shingling around my house, repainting the white trims. I was deeply impressed with his noteworthy attention to detail in his estimate, pointing out to me many things I hadn't seen, discovering dry rot and other serious deteriorations in the woodwork that was built in the late 1970's. Too many contractors would just paint over the problems, but every step of the way Luis pointed out the situation and gave me options for repair and replacement. I feel so fortunate to have hired Luis and his team to work on restaining, repainting, repair and/or replacing all the defective wood in my structures. He did an outstanding job, and I have full confidence in his trustworthy integrity and skill. I'm already hiring him again for additional work. Without any hesitation, I recommend Luis Painting Company for any work you may need done in this area."

    Harry W. in October 2024

    Journey Builders Logo
    San Jose, CA·

    Roofing Section Repair, Energy Efficient Roofing, Tile Roofing , and 2 more

    "We have had some storm damage on our singles since El Nino hit us in 2018. Ever since, weâ ve been having leaks, and I honestly didnâ t bother getting it fixed. That was a big mistake on my end because recently weâ ve been experiencing some mold growth in our attic & ceiling. Thatâ s when I made the call to Journey Builders, and they ended up repairing my shingles and taking care of the mold problem. It was a great experience working with Manny, he really saved me from a big headache."

    Dave . in March 2023

    MP
    San Jose, CA·

    Painting, Cabinets refinish, Residential homes, costume design

    "I hired MV Painting to paint my master bedroom and they did an amazing job. I was very impressed by their professionalism and quick work. I would highly recommend."

    CDA1F8A9845F4DD94EF4E5CE2655A20B1B830E355CBFDA27574BB008B0B3D25E 9. in April 2025

    FST Painting, Corp. Logo
    San Jose, CA·

    Monday - Saturday 8am - 5pm, Interior or Exterior Painting or Staining

    "Great experience using FST Painting to refinish kitchen cupboards and make other kitchen repairs at my home. Extremely neat and thorough, I would do business with FST again and highly recommended them."

    Joe H. in December 2024

    J & D Painting Logo
    Campbell, CA·

    Epoxy floor coverings, Color Consulting and Design Assistance, Confined Space Certified Painters (OSHA) Certified , and 2 more

    "David Walker and his crew did an outstanding job on our house.The last time our house was painted was 1984 with touch-up on the trim in 1987.Today our house looks just as good as it did when we had it completely remodeled and freshly painted in '84. On top of these kudos his price was most reasonable."

    Carl H. in June 2002

    Prime Pro Painters Logo
    Mountain View, CA·

    "My home is 20 years old and was is desperate need of a makeover. We had the whole interior painted as well as our kitchen and bathroom cabinets. Everything came out beautiful! Super happy."

    749CE52DEF81D54248B35E988135F97A5E52D4518F27D9909EDE1D032558F25C E. in April 2025

    Wise Painting, Inc. Logo
    East Palo Alto, CA·

    Cabinet refinishing and repainting, Wallpaper Installation, Interior and Exterior Painting , and 2 more

    "Wise Painting did an excellent job painting the interior of our home as well as our kitchen cabinets. They were professional and responsive, and the paint looks perfect. Thiago and his team also helped to do some damage control on a leak in our ceiling that occurred while they were painting the house. They treated the home as if it were their own, and we couldn't be more grateful for a job well done. We'll likely be reaching out for ceiling repair in the near future... thank you, Wise Painting!"

    Brett M. in September 2020

    ES

    In business since 2023

    About us: "We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!"

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Frequently asked questions

Painters usually price a job by the square feet of the project. Sometimes they’ll include flat fees for fixed expenses, like overhead and permits.

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Interior painting makes for a doable DIY project. You can save some money and get a real sense of accomplishment by doing this yourself. And, with the right prep work – covering, taping and scraping – it’s fairly forgiving. But it takes a lot of time to move furniture, tape trim, prep the surface and cover your floor, let alone apply the actual paint. Instead, save yourself the time and hassle and find a local interior painter.

Leave exterior painting to the pros. Not only do you need to worry about the type and quality of the paint, you’ll also likely need a ladder and considerably more prep work. You’ll likely need additional equipment like ladders, scaffolding and possibly a paint sprayer. It’s almost cheaper to just hire a pro. Talk to a local exterior house painter about your project.

  1. Do your research. Understand what to expect and what to look for in a pro. Look at paint types, prices and costs.
    1. Interior home painting costs $1,000-$2,800
    2. Exterior painting costs $1,700-$4,100
    3. Painting a ceiling costs $150-$350
    4. Painting cabinets costs $350-$1,200
    5. Trim painting costs $500-$1,500
    6. Calculate paint coverage
  2. Call pros for site inspections and estimates. Always get three to five estimates.
  3. Check references, compare quotes, look at past work. After you have estimates in hand, do one final pass to compare the contractors.
  4. Sign a contract with the pro of your choice. You might need to make a down payment, usually 25% to 50% of the total project cost to cover material costs, but not all pros require this. Don’t pay for the entire project upfront.

  • A complete inspection. Each pro takes a walk around your home to evaluate the condition of your current paint, the size of the job and any obstacles for accessing the site. They do this to see how much prep work they’ll need and estimate how long the job will take. The more thorough the inspection, the more accurate the quote.
  • Color consultation. Expect each contractor to have varying color options and suggestions. However, you have the final say.
  • Listen to the pro – they’re experts after all – but don’t get pushed into a color combination or finish type that you don’t want. Understand the different exterior paints or interior paint choices before your pro arrives.
  • A rough estimate or complete quote. Finishing contractors vary here. Usually, they can quote straightforward projects on the spot. But some may need to take it back to their shop to run numbers and give you a detailed estimate with costs broken out. Neither method is better than the other, but just make sure to get multiple quotes.

  1. How long have you been in business? A long business history helps you avoid shoddy companies. It’s hard for a service business to stay in business if they don’t do good work.
  2. Are you licensed and insured? Not all states require a license for painting homes, but many do. Always use one that’s insured.
  3. Do you belong to any professional organizations? You’ll find many online, like the Painting Contractors Association or the Finishing Contractors Association?
  4. Do you have other work I can look at? Always check a portfolio or, in the case of painters, it’s better to look at work they did a few years ago to see how well it’s held up.
  5. How long will the job take? Get a rough estimate but get it in writing.
  6. How many people are in your crew? This is especially important if you work remotely. More people generally means more noise, but they’ll be done faster.
  7. Will I be in the way if I’m home during the painting? You usually won’t be in the way, but this question helps you understand what to expect while they’re working. They’ll need to lay down coverings and do a lot of prep work.
  8. Do you guarantee your work? Never hire a painter who doesn’t guarantee their work. This often means they’ll rush the prep work, since peeling never happens right away.
  9. What type of paint do you use, and how long is it rated to last? Different rooms need different paint and the exterior needs exterior paint. It comes in different grades with different guaranteed lifetimes.
  10. Can you supply a written estimate and contract? Never use a painter who isn’t willing to put his work in writing.

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Palo Alto Painting Contractors are rated 4.9 out of 5 based on 401 reviews of 401 pros.

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Recent Job Requests for Painting Contractors in Palo Alto, CA

  • Project Location: Palo Alto, CA
    Date: 02/04/24
    Desired Completion Date: Within 2 weeks
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    What do you want to paint?: More than half of the home exterior (3-4 sides)
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
  • Project Location: Palo Alto, CA
    Date: 01/27/24
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
  • Project Location: Palo Alto, CA
    Date: 01/22/24
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Ceiling
    How many rooms do you want to paint?: 3 - 4 rooms
    Location: Home/Residence
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Wall
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
  • Project Location: Palo Alto, CA
    Date: 01/22/24
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Ceiling
    How many rooms do you want to paint?: 3 - 4 rooms
    Location: Home/Residence
    What needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): Wall
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
  • Project Location: Palo Alto, CA
    Date: 01/18/24
    Desired Completion Date: More than 2 weeks
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    What do you want to paint?: More than half of the home exterior (3-4 sides)
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
  • Project Location: Palo Alto, CA
    Date: 01/15/24
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    Historical Work: No
    House Occupancy: Furnished and occupied
    Location: Home/Residence
    Rooms to be Painted: Living areas
    Painting Needs:: Walls and ceilings
    Number of Rooms: 3 - 5
  • Project Location: Palo Alto, CA
    Date: 01/13/24
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    Desired Completion Date: More than 2 weeks
    What do you want to paint?: More than half of the home exterior (3-4 sides)
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
  • Project Location: Palo Alto, CA
    Date: 01/11/24
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    What do you want to paint?: Less than half of the home exterior (1-2 sides)
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.

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