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Top-Rated Painters in Alameda - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Brannick and Associates Painting Services
Brannick and Associates Painting Services
4.8(
227
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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 Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brannick Painting just finished a complete exterior repaint of our house in El Cerrito, including staining our deck. Patrick and his team were wonderful to work with. Patrick helped us with color selection, painting large sheets of posterboard with several colors we considered, so we could hold them up to the house in different lighting to see how they would look when finished. we have heard from others that they had small swatches painted on their house and Patrick’s approach is so much more helpful. Patrick is also extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of preparation and painting. We have an old stucco house that needed a lot of detailed preparation. His crew is very experienced, and they did an excellent job repairing and preparing all of the cracks and blemishes on our house. We are very happy with the final product. We highly recommend using Brannick Painting."
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+10

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for G M Painting
G M Painting
5.0(
41
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small+3 more

Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Juan and his crew to re-stain our kitchen and stair rails. Juan was very quick to respond to our quote and was able to accommodate us before the holidays. He was upfront with expectations and explained the staining process. I was very nervous about the change in color but Juan was able to put my nerves at ease and provided me different stain samples. His crew was very professional and hardworking. Juan was always in communication with me and took care of any concerns that may have come up. We felt that our satisfaction was a top priority for him. We loved the finished product and our house looks beautiful. Then the kitchen is beautiful and the stair rails make the whole house brighter. We are so happy we chose to work with him. I would highly recommend hiring Juan for your painting project needs."
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House in Alameda

+9

Response time12 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for LOBATO PAINTING
LOBATO PAINTING
5.0(
27
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+2 more

Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"When I moved back into my childhood home after it had been a rental for nearly 30 years, it was in desperate need of updating. Tenant paint jobs, outdated finishes, and even original wallpaper made it one of the least attractive houses on the block. I hired Luis and the team at Labato Painting to paint the interior, and the transformation was incredible. Once the walls were finished, I decided to have them restore the beautiful Craftsman woodwork as well. They carefully buffed, stained, and varnished it, bringing it back to life. Seeing the results inside convinced me to have the exterior painted too. Along the way, I also decided to install a new kitchen floor, which Luis and his team handled beautifully. Luis, Jesus, Augustine, and Leo were professional, hardworking, respectful, and always mindful of my time and space. Leo also did outstanding work on my chimney. The house looks great, the neighbors are happy and impressed and I finally feel like I?m back home."
Residencial work
Residencial work
Residencial work
Residencial work
Residencial work

+17

Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Kannel's Painting Service
Kannel's Painting Service
4.7(
160
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an excellent job of painting our kitchen cabinets and they now look great in creame instead of stained wood. They did all of the work in one week. They cleaned up the work site at the end of the job. Arrived punctually each day and had good communication with us on a daily basis."
New cabinets
College Av
West View Hayward
Hayward View
 3141 AUTUMN CHASE

+173

Response time8 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Skage Painting
4.9(
15
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms

Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eligio and his team did an INCREDIBLE job painting my bedroom! It had very high ceilings and have no been painted since moving in in 2008. It looks pristine. He did such a good job that I hired them to paint the rest of my house. They made the walls look perfect!! I highly recommend them and will definitely reach out again if I need anything else painted. Eligio was also very nice and easy to schedule with. If I could give 10 stars I would! Thank you Skage painting!!!"
kitchen  remodeling
kitchen remodeling
cracked repair
cracked repair
cracked repair

+36

Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
Avatar for Colorblast Painting
Colorblast Painting
4.3(
139
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+3 more

Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Colorblast Painting is awesome,from start to finish,great customer service,I love that it is a family owned company as well.We had our house repainted and some wood rot repaired.Everything done as expected and as listed in proposal.Nathan and Amanda are so nice,I was hoping to have Nathan himself to paint but he was on another job, that's ok,all went well.I would recommend them to anyone and I have already had 3 people stop by and comment on the house saying it looks like a new house,if we have anymore painting needed,we will be calling them back.Oh,and they happen to be the cheapest out of the 3 estimates we got,which is a plus as well."
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+47

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Cristoff Painting & Decorating
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 Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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

+2

Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Platinum Painting & Upgrades
Platinum Painting & Upgrades
5.0(
24
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior or Interior Surfaces - Paint Removal+10 more

Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Fabricio and Nestor did an excellent job repairing and staining our deck. They recommended the right options for repairs. The work was really thorough and fast. We would definitely hire again and highly recommend to anyone looking for someone to paint and/or repair their deck!"
Restaurant painting
Restaurant painting
Restaurant painting
ceiling frames
concrete design

+18

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for painting projects in Alameda, 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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