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Avatar for Jose's Painting
Jose's Painting
4.9(
108
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Exterior or Interior Surfaces - Paint RemovalExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+18 more

Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Excellent Work and Outstanding Service! I found Jose Rosales Painting through Angi’s List and couldn’t be happier with the results. Jose provided a fair quote for painting our studio/garage and made the process effortless—I simply selected the paint color, and he handled the rest. The transformation was completed in just one day. The lead painter, also named Jose, was detail-oriented, meticulous, and courteous throughout the project. His professionalism and positive attitude made it clear he takes pride in his work. Our studio now looks sparkling clean and beautiful. I highly recommend Jose Rosales Painting and will definitely hire them for future projects. Thank you!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​"
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+67

Response time2 days
Response rate95%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Rick Jamison Painting
Rick Jamison Painting
5.0(
249
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior or Interior Surfaces - Paint Removal+5 more

Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The house exterior was power washed, the stucco was repaired, cracks in the wood filled, peeling paint was removed and the entire exterior of the house was painted including the patio cover. When the job was completed, the painters cleaned up and left paint for touch ups. My house looks terrific. From the outside, the house looks brand new. I am very satisfied with the painting, and I would recommend Rick Jamison Painting to anyone looking for a painter."
Custom Garage Door Tustin, Ca.
Finished Kitchen
Finished Dining Room
Stained Handrailing
Exterior Home Painting

+20

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for CB Paint and Decor, Inc
CB Paint and Decor, Inc
5.0(
32
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+15 more

Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We recently hired CB Paint & Decor to paint our marketing room in a flat black finish, and the results are fantastic! The team was punctual, professional and paid close attention to detail. They took great care with prep and cleanup, and the final result completely transformed the space. I highly recommend them for any commercial painting project!"
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Exterior
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project

+64

Recommended by58%of homeowners
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Affordable Painting Company and Design
4.9(
50
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small+5 more

Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Quality workmanship throughout the project. Great attitudes when concerns or questions were presented to the painting crew. Always a "can do, no problem " response. I will enthusiastically recommend Affordable Painting to my family and friends."
Response time3 days
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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James White Painting
4.7(
91
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior or Interior Surfaces - Paint RemovalExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+5 more

Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I left for work upon arrival of the painters(7 man crew). When I arrived home, they had finished approx. 95% of paint job. Mistakenly, they painted garage door white, and painted the accent wood on front door and landing white as well as back door. I pointed out their mistake & without any attitude, they promptly repainted the areas my selected color. The foreman also returned to touch up some areas that I requested. My aunt is going to have them paint a building for her and my son has an apartment building he plans to request Mr. White do the paint job."
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+37

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rodriguez Paint & Finish, Inc
5.0(
22
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+17 more

Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rodriguez Paint and Finish came in and took a six year old paint job with a bunch of holes from different picture frame changes, peeling paint, incomplete patches, and two different colors as there was a decorative border and turned it into a dream room. I love dark colors and we got a accent wall with a dark color while the other color was a light paint, they complemented each perfectly. He was able to finish the job in a timely manner and provided us the extra paint for later touch ups(we have small children and things happen). I am very happy with the job and look forward to using the company for future projects."
finished product
cabinets and closets
interior repaint
exterior
interior painting

+236

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Sanjuan Painting
5.0(
22
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+11 more

Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Florencio called me back within minutes and was able to do a consultation for my painting project the same day. We had our nursery painted and were pressed for time for our project. Florencio was so kind and timely. The day him and his son came to paint they were early, efficient and very neat. Our room looks great and I would highly recommend San Juan Painting."
Mesa area
Ext painting
santa Inez
santa Inez
stacco

+161

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A. KEITH, INC.
5.0(
23
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+1 more

Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Richie and his crew transformed our home with their meticulous work. They painted the exterior of our house, surrounding walls, and even some landscaping walls. Their attention to detail was exceptional, resulting in a flawless finish. Not only did they deliver a perfect result, but they also did so at a very fair price. The entire project was completed in just a couple of days, which was impressive. We were so pleased with their work that we’re already planning to hire Richie and his crew to paint the interior. Highly recommended!” ??"
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Exterior Paint
Exterior Paint
Exterior Paint

+4

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by55%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Santa Barbara, 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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