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TC's Precision Painting
4.6(
59
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Serving San Luis Obispo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"TC s Precision Painting recently completed an exterior painting job of my mixed use building in Grover Beach. It was a pleasure to work with Tom, the owner. He was punctual, completed work ahead of schedule, beautifully transformed my property, AND... was low bidder out of 4 bids! I would highly recommend TC s Precision Painting for any of your painting needs!"
Complete Re-Paint
Exterior Re-Painr
Business Information
Three Story Re-Paint
Large 3 story Re-Paint

+12

Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Diamond Finish Painting & Stain, Inc.
4.7(
49
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Serving San Luis Obispo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Diamond Finish Painting & Stain just completed our entire interior walls, plus glazed our cabinets, cupboards, drawers and cabinet doors. Wow what an outstanding job! Better than we could ever have imagined. Precision and fantastic painting, and very reliable! Painters were always on time and always cleaned up before leaving each day. Plus, the nicest guys ever! Go with Diamond Finish Painting & Stain! You will be happy you did. The best job EVER!!"
Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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BUDDY'S PAINTING INC
5.0(
5
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Serving San Luis Obispo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

BUDDY'S PAINTING INC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you.

Kitchen cabinets
Kitchen cabinets
Kitchen cabinets
Kitchen cabinets
Kitchen cabinets

+12

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Eco-Clean Painting
5.0(
7
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Serving San Luis Obispo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Eco-Clean Painting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business

Response time11 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Brushworks Painting
3.9(
74
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Serving San Luis Obispo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Brushworks did a wonderful job painting the exterior of my house and staining the pergola. Top notch communication, very professional painters, did a great job. The house looks gorgeous! They touched up additional areas as needed and removed an old direct TV dish. Overall, very pleased with my experience."
Response time1 day
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Rogall + Co
5.0(
32
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Serving San Luis Obispo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Professional, clean, and dependable. Rogall Painting did exactly what they said they would and left my place spotless. I am already planning to have them back in spring."
Decking Detail
Deck Close-Up
Decking Detail
Deck with Railing
Deck & Cable Railing

+2

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
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Sunset Painting
5.0(
5
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Serving San Luis Obispo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"So much detail in the proposal, bid - did a great job explaining and setting expectations. Beautiful work, I am so happy that I found Sunset Painting"
Beach house
Drive way
Entry way
Bathroom
New room

+7

Response time1 hour
Response rate95%
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Pacific Edge Painting
5.0(
3
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Serving San Luis Obispo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company was great from the initial email to the final inspection of their work. Juan was flexible with my last minute date change and completed the job in the time he stated."
Power washing
Power washing
Power washing
Power washing
Power washing

+11

Response time40 mins
Response rate97%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Slo Cal Painting
5.0(
2
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Serving San Luis Obispo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I will ALWAYS use John to make my commercial units sparkle! He is reliable, superior work ethic, someone I can always count on for every painting job I have. If you hire John you will have no problems!"
Templeton - Rodgers
Rodgers
Rodgers
Cabinet Refinish
Cabinet Refinish

+11

Response time10 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in San Luis Obispo, CA

You’ll need 1 gallon of paint per 350 square feet of coverage. Typical amounts per room size:

  • Small room (200-400 sq. ft.): 1 gallon.

  • Medium-sized (400-800 sq. ft.): 2-4 gallons.

  • Large (800-1,200 sq. ft.): 5-gallons or more.

Painters usually make $20 per hour on average or about $40,000 per year. Independent contractors might pocket a little more. However, they must charge for overhead, such as vehicles, equipment, insurance, marketing and association dues.

Specialty painting, like murals and trompe l’oeil, costs $40 to $50 per hour. Paint might range between $75 to $90. The professional’s skill and experience are also determining factors. While a freelance artist might charge $25 to $30 an hour, a very skilled professional might charge $80 or more. Some might also charge $60 or more for a consultation.

Trompe l'oeil creates a realistic image or optical illusion in three dimensions. Murals are composed on a wall of any size. These two projects vary in price, with a trompe l'oeil typically costing more because of its complexity. Both are considered specialty projects.

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