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Avatar for Brannick and Associates Painting Services
Brannick and Associates Painting Services
4.8(
210
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Patrick and his crew did a great job on our house. They started the job right doing a lot of prep work to ensure that the paint would last a long time. The crew working were meticulous, cleaned up carefully at the end of every day, and respectful. Neighbors commented about what a great job the crew were doing and how good the work looked. The final product looks great, and Patrick provided some good advice around color scheme to really make the most of the work being done."
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+10

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kannel's Painting Service
4.7(
144
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rene was very good about communicating and engaging in a dialogue about the scope of the work, how long it would take, the price (his bid was the lowest). His worker showed up on time, brought all the necessary equipment. Rene came at the end to check out the work and take his equipment back. Highly recommended. "
New cabinets
College Av
West View Hayward
Hayward View
 3141 AUTUMN CHASE

+173

Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Flex Paintings
4.9(
19
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Flex Painting went above and beyond on our rental home’s exterior painting project. They initially provided a fair and reasonable estimate, but as the project progressed, they identified dry rot, a broken window and sash, rotting stairs, and other structural issues. Instead of just painting over the problems, they handled the necessary repairs, replaced gutters, and even added gutter screens and downspouts—all while maintaining fluid communication with regular updates and photos. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to quality work were outstanding. We truly appreciate their honesty, expertise, and willingness to go the extra mile. Highly recommend Flex Painting for anyone looking for a reliable and skilled team!"
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(Before Pic)Home was pressure washed with a 3000 psi machine to remove as much dirt and grime from the exterior house wall surfaces before painting. We sanded all the bad areas and spot primed them before painting. Used caulking to seal any open grooves and open wood joints as needed.
(Before l) This photo shows the condition of the cabinet before it was refinished. You can see the stain is faded and clear coat is chipping away from water damage and moisture in the air.
Exterior Repaint
Prepped the door for painting. Sanded it then primed it. Removed the door handle and carefully covered the hinges before spray painting the door.

+142

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Atlantis Decorative Coatings
5.0(
13
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tony and Marco were great. Reasonably priced, excellent work painting, etc. our house, repairing and painting our garage and ceiling. Tony, the owner, has good taste-kept us from color errors, he has a great personality and was easy to work with and was extremely patient. He was a man of his word, which is hard to find in most contractors. We highly recommend this business and will hire them again."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Lamorinda Painting
4.9(
35
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I recently hired Mike to paint the exterior of my home, and I couldn?t be happier with the results. He was professional, punctual, and meticulous from start to finish. The prep work was thorough, the lines are clean, and the final result looks fantastic. He clearly takes pride in his work and left everything neat and tidy each day. I would absolutely hire him again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for quality painting done right."
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+24

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
50 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dennis Painting, Inc.
4.8(
28
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dennis and his crew were very professional. They did a great job at a reasonable price, and very quickly. Their estimate was very concise about everything they were going to do. "
deck
driveway
deck
exterior
driveway

+73

Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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AOL Painting LLC
5.0(
11
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Extremely professional and high quality work. Beginning with the review of work scope and comprehensive proposal through the execution and wrap up — good communication, documentation and most importantly excellence in quality at every phase of work. Daily work began on time (as allowed by HOA defined work hours) and always finished leaving the work area clean and orderly. It was a pleasure to work with such a pro!"
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+4

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for small projects painting or staining projects in Berkeley, CA

You'll need about two gallons of paint to fully cover your kitchen cabinets with two coats. Since each gallon covers around 350 square feet, it's a good idea to measure your cabinets or use a paint calculator to determine exactly how much you'll need. Starting with one or two coats of primer and then applying two to three layers of paint will give you a flawless, durable finish. Using high-quality paint can reduce the number of coats needed and provide a long-lasting finish.

The best type of paint for your kitchen cabinets is latex paint because it applies evenly and creates a durable finish. If you're painting wood surfaces and need extra adhesion, acrylic paint is a great alternative. We don't recommend oil-based paint for residential use due to its VOC emissions. For finishes, go with eggshell, semi-gloss, gloss, or satin, as matte finishes aren't as durable or as easy to clean.

The best method for painting kitchen cabinets is spray painting because it gives you a smooth, even finish without brush strokes. While brushes and rollers can work, they often leave marks and require more effort. If you're aiming for a professional look, spray painting is your best bet to enhance the beauty and durability of your cabinets.

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