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Top-Rated Painters in Lafayette - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Brannick and Associates Painting Services
Brannick and Associates Painting Services
4.8(
227
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+18 more

Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brannick Painting just finished a complete exterior repaint of our house in El Cerrito, including staining our deck. Patrick and his team were wonderful to work with. Patrick helped us with color selection, painting large sheets of posterboard with several colors we considered, so we could hold them up to the house in different lighting to see how they would look when finished. we have heard from others that they had small swatches painted on their house and Patrick’s approach is so much more helpful. Patrick is also extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of preparation and painting. We have an old stucco house that needed a lot of detailed preparation. His crew is very experienced, and they did an excellent job repairing and preparing all of the cracks and blemishes on our house. We are very happy with the final product. We highly recommend using Brannick Painting."
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+10

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for G M Painting
G M Painting
5.0(
41
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small+3 more

Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Juan and his crew to re-stain our kitchen and stair rails. Juan was very quick to respond to our quote and was able to accommodate us before the holidays. He was upfront with expectations and explained the staining process. I was very nervous about the change in color but Juan was able to put my nerves at ease and provided me different stain samples. His crew was very professional and hardworking. Juan was always in communication with me and took care of any concerns that may have come up. We felt that our satisfaction was a top priority for him. We loved the finished product and our house looks beautiful. Then the kitchen is beautiful and the stair rails make the whole house brighter. We are so happy we chose to work with him. I would highly recommend hiring Juan for your painting project needs."
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House in Alameda

+9

Response time12 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for CertaPro Painters of Berkeley
CertaPro Painters of Berkeley
4.6(
102
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Specialty Painting - Faux FinishesInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+10 more

Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"I was VERY pleased with the CertaPro Painters (Berkeley) team - from Kevin (the sales guy who came out to scope the work and provide a quote), to Deon (Production Manager), Hieme (foreman), and the guys who did the prep, painting, and carpentry work that was required. They were easy to work with and professional, and the quality of work was really good. I particularly appreciated how flexible and open they were to my requests as the project progressed - no attitude or unnecessary complexity. I would work with them again and recommend them."
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+13

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Kannel's Painting Service
Kannel's Painting Service
4.7(
161
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an excellent job of painting our kitchen cabinets and they now look great in creame instead of stained wood. They did all of the work in one week. They cleaned up the work site at the end of the job. Arrived punctually each day and had good communication with us on a daily basis."
New cabinets
College Av
West View Hayward
Hayward View
 3141 AUTUMN CHASE

+173

Response time8 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Finish Coat
Finish Coat
4.9(
35
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+1 more

Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Atiba and Ati at Finish Coat paint are by far the best contractors we have ever worked with. We have had some nightmare experiences with contractors, so we were hesitant to even do another job but we really needed our interior painted. They responded quickly when first contacted. They are professional. The communication is beyond excellent. We hired them to paint 3 bedrooms and retexture and finish a ceiling. They're work was so great, we expanded the job to include our downstairs. Our house looks beautiful, we couldn't be happier with their work. They did an amazing job and we will definitely be using them again for any future painting projects."
San Franciscan Home (Front)
San Franciscan Home (Front)
San Franciscan Home (Front)
San Franciscan Home (Front)
San Franciscan Home (Back)

+12

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
All Cote Painting
5.0(
17
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small+2 more

Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Josh and his father, Mark have completed several paint jobs for us. They repainted the exterior of our home, painted kitchen and bathroom cabinets, all of our baseboards, and our new stair railings and risers. Their work is truly impeccable. They pay close attention to detail and spend probably a third of their work prepping the area to be painted. Caulking, patching and sanding, I have learned,this makes such a huge difference on the appearance and durability of your project. The exterior of our home was so beautiful that some of our neighbors have already hired them to repaint their homes. Our cabinets and stair railings are stunning. They painted the stair posts then noticed some imperfections in the wood, so worked to patch, sand and repaint so the the final product was flawless. They are quick to respond to inquiries and their prices are very competitive with other larger companies we got quotes from. It is so hard to find honest, reliable and talented contractors and I will always recommend them and continue to use their services for future painting projects."
Pressure Washing
Two story exterior house
Two story exterior house
Two story exterior house
Stage 3

+5

Response time12 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Jefferson Painting
Jefferson Painting
5.0(
49
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+1 more

Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Jefferson and his team were kind and professional, and Jefferson communicated clearly with me and kept me updated on the progress of the project (exterior house painting). We are so happy with the quality of the paint job and his help deciding on colors as well. I recommend him for sure!"
Cabinets
Cabinets
Cabinets
Cabinets
Cabinets

+118

Response time1 day
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for SMART & BEYOND PAINTING INC
SMART & BEYOND PAINTING INC
5.0(
19
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We hired Smart & Beyond Painting for an interior painting project and couldn’t be happier with the results. They were professional, clean, and paid attention to every detail. Everything came out looking fresh and beautiful, and they made the whole process easy and stress-free. Highly recommend!"
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
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Exterior painting

+17

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FAQs for painting projects in Lafayette, CA

Most homeowners opt for semi-gloss or high-gloss paint to make the baseboards stand out against the walls. If you’d rather keep things subtle, matching the wall sheen with eggshell or satin also works well. When your trim has nicks or dents, reach for a flatter, matte finish—it hides minor imperfections better than a shiny coat.

Stripping old paint from trim costs $1 to $3 per linear foot. Pros use specialized tools and techniques to lift away existing layers without gouging the wood, then prep the surface for a fresh finish. While it adds to your budget, proper removal protects the molding and sets the stage for a smoother, longer-lasting paint job.

Tackling the baseboards first often leads to crisper lines. Painting trim first lets you tape off the boards instead of the walls, so you’re less likely to splatter color where you don’t want it. Any stray marks on the wall get covered when you roll on the final coat, making the whole process faster and tidier.

You can absolutely paint baseboards in place. Leaving them installed avoids the risk of cracking or misaligning the boards when they’re reattached. With thorough cleaning, light sanding, and careful taping, a pro—or an experienced DIYer—can achieve a sharp, factory-smooth finish while saving you the hassle of prying off and reinstalling trim.

Painting almost always beats replacement in cost. Swapping out baseboards runs about $150 in DIY materials or roughly $1,100 with a pro, while repainting costs about $50 in supplies and $1 to $5 per square foot for labor. Unless the boards are warped or severely damaged, a fresh coat delivers the same visual upgrade for a fraction of the price.

Paintable caulk and wood filler are the go-to fixes for nail holes in baseboards. Wood filler sands flush for a glass-smooth surface, while caulk provides a flexible seal that won’t crack as the house settles. Either way, patching those tiny divots before you prime ensures your finished baseboards look seamless.

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