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Exterior Home Painters in Santa Cruz, CA

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    NL
    Aptos, CA·

    painting

    "Easy to work with. I would hire them again."

    Warren F. in November 2023

    LS
    Santa Cruz, CA·

    40 Years In The Field, Painting Contractor, Expert In All Phases and Applications Pertinent To Custom Residential Projects , and 1 more

    "We are very happy with the kitchen painting job that Lance and his crewman Sean just did for us! This kitchen had not been painted in many, many years and we were really impressed with the thorough prep work they did to ensure that old dirt and grease would not get in the way of great paint coverage. Lance was very helpful in helping us decide upon a color. The work was done quickly and on time, Sean was friendly and professional, and Lance made sure every last detail was seen to until we were fully satisfied. Sean even wound up correcting some small crack and paint problems in another part of our house that were left over from another painter. I recommend Lance Sanchez Painting very highly and will definitely use them again!"

    Rima D. in December 2018

    Premium Painting Logo
    Salinas, CA·

    We now offer clean up haul away services, Yard cleanup and removal of unwanted shrubs and other yard waste, Painting

    "Super great to work with"

    Danielle H. in November 2022

    RP
    Boulder Creek, CA·

    Deck Staining, Painting Exterior, Deck Staining , and 3 more

    "Friendly, fast, and efficient."

    Kendra A. in June 2024

    BENAVIDES DRYWALL, INC. Logo
    LOS BANOS, CA·

    Level 5 finish Smooth walls, Drywall hanging, Hand texture , and 2 more

    "They diid a nice good job and cleaned up after themselves. Very nice."

    Darrin R. in December 2023

    FINAL TOUCH PAINTING SERVICES Logo
    Watsonville, CA·

    Painting

    "Edgardo did a great job of painting and staining our large deck and stairs. We appreciated his attention to detail. Communication and scheduling was easy. We look forward to having him do more work for us in the future, and highly recommend him to others."

    Janel G. in December 2024

    YP

    "Jose promptly provided a quote and clearly explained the services he offered. He maintained communication and arrived on time, completing the job three days ahead of schedule! His work is exceptional, and we couldn't be more satisfied. I would give him more than 5 stars if I could. Highly recommended!"

    Patricia M. in April 2024

    PP
    San Jose, CA·

    Interior and Exterior Painting

    "Very responsive, gives projects attention to detail, cares to please customers throughout the job to make sure everything discussed is done and will fix any issues. Very pleasant to work with!"

    Veronica S. in April 2023

    AP
    Santa Cruz, CA·

    Painting, Cabinet Refinishing, Painting

    "I wanted the interior of my house painted. I got 6 bids from Angi all quality companies and aside from 1 huge, overpriced outlier were reasonable bids. Jordan from Andson stood out because of his initial quick response, great detail and communication great bid and then had a few recommendations. When it came time to do the job he and the crew were on time, professional, tidy and everything looks fantastic. I would definitely hire them again and recommend you do the same. Eric"

    Eric H. in January 2024

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How much do exterior home painters typically cost?

  • Santa Cruz, California Average
    $5,721
  • Typical Range
    $3,089 - $7,110
  • Low End - High End
    $1,680 - $15,100

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.

We make finding a painter easy. Simple use our directory to find a painter. Here you can browse local pros, check their reviews and do your first screening without ever having to call. We’ve also prescreened all the pros for you, to give you peace of mind.

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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Things to Consider Before You Hire a Painter:

What do you want to paint?

  • More than half of the home exterior (3-4 sides)
  • Less than half of the home exterior (1-2 sides)
  • The exterior trim
  • A deck or porch
  • A fence
  • Shutters and / or a front door
  • Garage exterior
  • Garage Door
  • Other

What is the approximate living square footage of your home?

    What is the primary exterior surface material of your home?

      How many stories is your home?

        Which best describes the condition of your walls?

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