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A+ Painting
4.9(
102
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have used A+ painting for both exterior and interior work at my home. George is easy to work with and I think they provide good value. I recommend contacting them for a quote on any painting job you are considering."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Detail Pro Painting
5.0(
18
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I needed my wood carriage type garage door and 30 feet of cedar fence refinished and stained after 9 years of wear. I also needed the wood trim around the house repainted. It was hard for me to find a painter who would take on this relatively small job. Previous businesses I contacted even through Angies List either weren't interested in the size of the job or wanted to paint the garage door rather than stain it. Detail Pro Painting understood what I wanted and made it happen. Their attention to detail for both the prep work as well as the actual staining were quite superb. They power washed, bleached, sanded where needed and masked off the adjoining areas very meticulously. There was no "overspray" or bleed when they were done. I am really very happy with the job they did. Manny the owner communicated well and understood what I desired. I believe that this company takes pride in their quality and does not charge extra for it!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate88%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Lance Sanchez Painting
4.9(
156
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Lance and his crew showed professionalism and problem solving beyond my ability to do the same. He is courteous and knowledgeable about the many finishes, paints and stains in today's market. Besides the great quality of his work, he and his crew are reliable and on time. My home (2800 sq. ft.) is beautiful. He even suggested that the job should include the front porch and he was 100% right. Thank you Lance and Shaun."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate88%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Premium Painting
5.0(
71
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

At Premium Painting, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality painting services. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next painting project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every painting project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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John Melendez Paint Company
4.9(
12
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"John was very professional. He went to great effort to match the stain we already had in another area of the yard and the job turned out great. He was prompt and easy to work with. I highly recommend John Melendez Paint Company."
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Palma's Painting
5.0(
17
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Fernando and his crew did a fantastic job with my painting needs (partial - high areas only), They were very accommodating with my requests. Couldn’t ask for a better experience. If you have ANY paintings needs … just contact him, you won’t be disappointed."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate85%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fresh Coats Painting
4.9(
8
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I have absolutely nothing negative to say about David’s quality of work or professionalism. His attitude was Awesome. He accomplished the job expertly and in good time with minimal disruption to my day. I highly recommend!"
Fresh Coats Painting
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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.

Painters usually supply their own paint. They have access to contractor discounts and usually buy in bulk, meaning you pay less for higher quality paint. You should still ask what kind they use and do a little research to make sure you approve.

Choosing between rolling or spraying an exterior depends on a lot of factors, including climate, wind, siding type, house shape and height. Your pro will know which method provides better results.

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