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

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Patrick was very patient and provided quick responses to ALL my questions. I had many since this was the first time for us to paint/stain the exterior of our house. He provided great suggestions for paint/stain color and explained the process /steps that would be taken to complete the project. Because the exterior of my house is wood shingles, it was a more complicated process to pressure wash and treat the wood before staining and painting. Patrick's team was very professional, courteous and did outstanding work. They completed the work in the estimated time and cleaned up very well when they were finished. I would definitely hire them again."
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+10

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ruben Roman Painting
5.0(
31
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+7 more

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have never been happier with a painter and I have hired several. After going onto Angi's list, I received a prompt reply from Ruben of Ruben Roman Painting. He came out soon after and emailed a competitive quote. Once started, Ruben kept me informed during each step of the process. Ruben completed the job in a timely manner, but was also a perfectionist. He took extreme pride in his work. He moved furniture, taped and covered parts of the deck, removed old stain down to the bare wood using a chemical cleaner, power washed, sanded and applied the new stain. My deck never looked better! I am that thrilled and highly recommend Ruben for any painting job."
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Response time1 day
Response rate93%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Leoni's Quality Painting Inc
4.9(
78
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+1 more

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are very grateful that we hired Leoni Painting. Our old house had cracked siding in several areas and Anthony worked with our budget to repair what he could and replace what was too damaged. This included locating a vendor that still had access to the out-dated sized siding. He inspected the siding delivered and sent back what was not of good quality. He also worked with our schedule, because we were going out of town. He has also been very willing to do some touch up work. He also provided us with options in selecting the stain for the house and decks. Highly recommend."
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Exterior Painting  Novato

+28

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TM Expert Painting
5.0(
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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 San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Unparalleled Work Ethic, Elite Talent, and Superb Results We are incredibly grateful to have found Tim. He is a superb professional who demonstrated a remarkable work ethic from start to finish. He was consistently punctual, brought a wonderful, positive attitude to the job site daily, and maintained an immaculate level of professionalism. Tim's craftsmanship as a painter is elite; his attention to detail resulted in walls so perfectly smooth they look like a gallery space. Furthermore, his diverse skillset as a craftsman completely exceeded the initial scope of our project. Not only did he handle the popcorn ceiling removal and painting flawlessly, but he also expertly installed doors and flooring, and provided a trusted recommendation for an electrician. Tim is remarkably honest, highly efficient, & offers fair, competitive pricing. He executed a massive transformation of our home ahead of schedule without sacrificing an ounce of quality. Highly recommended!"
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+14

Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Deco Painting Company
4.9(
25
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Surfaces - Paint or Stain- For BusinessInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Bruno and his team at Deco Painting are top-tier and is my go to for any work that entails painting. Decoâ s customer service, responsiveness, quality of work, vision and execution is unmatched. He took great care of my clientâ s 4,000 sq ft luxury home in Marin County, painting the interior, exterior, epoxy flooring, staining staircases, garage and more! Do yourself a favor and hire Deco for all your painting needs!"
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Deck and sidings

+31

Response time11 hrs
Response rate95%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cristoff Painting & Decorating
4.9(
16
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Quite satisfied with the exterior house painting done by licensed and insured Cristoff Painting and Decorating. Owner on time, gave estimate on the spot. I interviewed all of his references, all praised him and his crew. He and crew courteous, tidy, punctual and fulfilled every task as detailed in contract. I would hire Cristoff Painting again without hesitation."
Victorian Restoration
Victorian Restoration
Victorian Restoration
Victorian Restoration
Victorian Restoration

+2

Recommended by93%of homeowners
Custom Quality Creations
4.8(
84
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+10 more

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The owner Francisco is very professional. He showed up on time, answered the phone , listened & addressed our concerns. The house was powerwashed , primed , painted with 2 coats of paint ( rain off) that I selected. They finished in 6 days. We have neighbors and had to access their property. Francisco handle issues with the property manager , providing insurance, license, workers comp documents. A tenant had additional concerns that he resolved within a day. The painters worked hard everyday , priming doing caulking & repair work, especially at the top of the building. They were always polite and pleasant to work with. Super nice guys. The price was reasonable and I am very pleased with the service and work."
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+118

Response time2 days
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in San Rafael, 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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