How much do painting contractors typically cost?
- Santa Barbara, California Average$3,045
- Typical Range$1,737 - $4,300
- Low End - High End$700 - $5,000
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CI
Santa Barbara, CA·
Areas Of Expertise: Interior Painting, Exterior Painting
"I was very impressed with Marcelo and his team. They arrived everyday on time and worked hard the whole day. They were protective of our plants and other property and were careful to not damage them or allow paint to get on them. I thought I was going to have to buy new doors but they salvaged them by repairing them with bonds and fixing all the water and termite damage, the doors look brand new again. Marcelo also replaced the door frame in the garage which was almost totally destroyed by termites. Marcelo was here working with his crew everyday, he didn't just drop them off and disappear. The quality and timeliness of their work exceeded my expectations. I will definitely use and recommend Channel Island Painting."
Dan C. in August 2019
AC
In business since 2010
Santa Barbara, CA·
Areas Of Expertise: Current design trends, use of color, and coordination of patterns, Applying & working with a variety of paint textures, Proper manipulation of painting materials for balanaced application , and 2 more
About us: "With years of experience serving the area, Armando's Custom Painting, Inc., is the solution for all your Interior and Exterior Painting needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and laser-focused attention to detail, and strive to build lasting relationships so that the next time service is needed, there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!"
Oxnard, CA·
Areas Of Expertise: House painting, Commercial. Stucco. Custom colors. Stains. Power washing, Interior Painting
"They were very thorough and did a good job."
Mari I. in December 2021
Service Pros
Santa Barbara, CA·
Areas Of Expertise: Commercial Painting, Interior Painting, Cabinet Refinishing , and 2 more
"They did the work in a timely fashion, and Ray even took one piece home to finish it to our satisfaction. The cost came in slightly below the estimate as the materials cost a little less than expected. Our kitchen looks much nicer than before."
Sue H. in August 2016
Santa Maria, CA·
Areas Of Expertise: Interior Painting, Epoxy Flooring, Exterior Painting , and 5 more
"I hired the company to restore my studio after the family I rented it to left it in an unlivable condition. JC was extremely helpful and efficient throughout the walk-through of the project. He took the time to listen to my ideas as well as give helpful tips. Although I hired him to paint the studio, he was able to reinstall my kitchen cabinets and the new sink, and he built me a new walk-in shower. His quality of work was excellent from start to finish. I am more than happy with his quality of work and prices."
Cynthia M. in April 2022
Carpinteria, CA·
Areas Of Expertise: Bathtub & Ceremic tile resurfacing, Cabinet Refinishing, Exterior Painting , and 2 more
"Reliable dependable and high-quality definitely worth the money and reasonable in price"
SERGE O. in September 2019
Santa Maria, CA·
Areas Of Expertise: Cabinet Refinishing / Lacquered finishes, Popcorn ceiling removal, repairs, textures/ Stucco Repairs., Residential / Commercial Painting Specialist , and 2 more
"Julian was very prompt in responding to my initial request for kitchen cabinet refinishing. He was very accommodating and professional and listened to my thoughts.When they started his crew was on time and very business like. head down and very busy. after the first day I walked threw the area the amount of work they did and the detail of the work was first rate. now that it is completed all I can say is WOW I am thoroughly impressed with the level of work. Julian made this a very good experience. I will be having more work done and i guaranty that I will be using Paint-Tech Restoration"
James U. in June 2010
Santa Barbara, CA·
Areas Of Expertise: House painting, Cabinet refinishing, Wood finishes , and 2 more
"Chris was easy to work with and very clear on what the job entailed. The painters, Edgar and his partner did not need supervision, if there was an issue or question they contacted me immediately and all was resolved in a matter of minutes."
Thom K. in February 2023
GP
Lompoc, CA·
Areas Of Expertise: Cabinet Paint, Refinish, Touch up, Interior and Exterior Painting, Deck Maintenance , and 2 more
"Owner Gregory was courteous and through in reviewing the job and providing an estimate. His work was professional and he covered every detail, from washing and prepping the walls stained by a previous smoker to painting and hanging the doors. He completed the job -- interior and exterior painting -- within the time he estimated, cleaned up afterwards, and his price was reasonable and the best estimate I received. His work is superior.. I will hire him again."
Bertha G. in July 2015
CH
Ventura, CA·
Areas Of Expertise: Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain, Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms, Exterior or Interior Surfaces - Paint Removal , and 2 more
"Chris and his crew did a wonderful job painting the exterior of our house, gazebo, mailbox, garage doors and some fencing and gates. The crew showed up promptly each morning and worked long days. They were very neat and tidy and removed all of the trash. They took pride in their work and were friendly and polite. I had Chris add some extra interior projects to the job and had him hang all of our new exterior light fixtures. His bid was extremely competitive and I will definitely use Chris Hanson Painting again."
Chris L. in April 2008
PC
Mission Hills, CA·
Areas Of Expertise: Remodeling Instruction
"Looking forward to spring to talk with Tony about landscaping and a new deck. We highly recommend Palm cons and for your outdoor construction needs! He proactively communicated with us through the entire process and ensured we were happy with each step"
Tommy L. in March 2023
Oxnard, CA·
Areas Of Expertise: Painting
"very professional.are on time when they say they will be there.if for any reason they cant they will call and inform you. i believe you cant go wrong with this company.there price is worth every penny.you will not see any cutting corners.as long as you let them know what you want they will deliver. all so they have a good eye for color matching and can help on what will look good and why.you cant lose using this company they are top painters."
steven S. in December 2016
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Out of Network Painting Contractors in Santa Barbara, CA
- TOM MAKOWSKI PAINTING
121 1ST ST
SOLVANG, CA 93463
- C.J.'s Paint Service, Inc.
2481 Bride Trails Lane
Santa Maria, CA 93454
- Doug's Painting
11191 Casa Street
Ventura, CA 93004
- VanGuard Construction, Inc
5770 Nicolle St. # H
Ventura, CA 93420
- West Coast Painting
680 Independence Court
Santa Maria, CA 93455
- Perfection Painting by Dustin Smead
971 Devereux St.
Ojai, CA 93023
- Nest Design
25 B W. Padre St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
- Modern Applications Coating & Painting
6124 Caleta Ave.
Goleta, CA 93117
- Danis Painting
P.O. Box 41514
Santa Barbara, CA 93140
Costs for related projects in Santa Barbara, CA
- Paint a Home Exterior$1,806 - $6,250
- Paint a Home Interior$1,737 - $4,300
- Paint a Kitchen Cabinet, Door, or Small Project$900 - $1,090
- Power Wash Exterior Surfaces$237 - $312
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.
- Do your research. Understand what to expect and what to look for in a pro. Look at paint types, prices and costs.
- Interior home painting costs $1,000-$2,800
- Exterior painting costs $1,700-$4,100
- Painting a ceiling costs $150-$350
- Painting cabinets costs $350-$1,200
- Trim painting costs $500-$1,500
- Calculate paint coverage
- Call pros for site inspections and estimates. Always get three to five estimates.
- Check references, compare quotes, look at past work. After you have estimates in hand, do one final pass to compare the contractors.
- 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.
- 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.
- Are you licensed and insured? Not all states require a license for painting homes, but many do. Always use one that’s insured.
- Do you belong to any professional organizations? You’ll find many online, like the Painting Contractors Association or the Finishing Contractors Association?
- 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.
- How long will the job take? Get a rough estimate but get it in writing.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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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