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J & D Painting
5.0(
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I’m so happy with the work done by J & D Painting on my home—interior, exterior, and kitchen cabinets. David was wonderful to work with. Communication on status and any issues was great throughout the project, the quality is beautiful, the team stayed right on schedule, and their customer service was exceptional. It’s so nice to work with a team you can trust. I’m grateful for their hard work and highly recommend them."
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+51

Response time9 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by26%of homeowners
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Blue Custom Painting, Inc.
4.9(
27
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rolando wants to provide the best results and makes excellent recommendations that you should consider and discuss. Lower cost (cheaper paints) don’t necessarily give you the best or lasting results. His team is very meticulous and does a great job in prepping and cleanup."
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Beyond Quality painting
4.9(
75
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Julio and his team have done a wonderful job for our exterior painting and deck painting. He is very workable and approachable. I am very pleased about their work and will definitely hire them again for the interior painting."
Vidya Gude Cupertino Ca
San Francisco Ca
Exterior Painting Project- Foster City Ca
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+67

Response time2 days
Response rate86%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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G.Z.L Painting
5.0(
69
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We decided to try GZL Painting to paint the Exterior of our home and Wow!! They did an AMAZING job and my wife & I are super excited how nice our house turned out.. Adam the owner and his crew was very professional, respectful, Nice to chat with and they paid close attention to all the details and our concerns. The wife was sooo pleased with how accommodating the guys were and how safe n clean they kept the areas around the perimeters. We have a blind little Shih Tzu and the guys were very aware of her and never grew impatient with her and my wife while they worked. Great Service with reasonable prices . Thx GZL Painting!!! Tee n Bre"
Interior Painting Project
Before
Painting - Exterior Project
Exterior Painting Project
Dry rot in wood siding.

+58

Response time12 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Detail Pro Painting
5.0(
18
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great! We got 3 bids and Manny came in with the best price. He was also the most responsive and did a wonderful job on our mobile home. The crew was quick, meticulous, and efficient. He brought in extra crew to finish the job and avoid the rain that was forecasted later in the week. They worked clean and exceeded our expectations, greatly improving the exterior look of our home, finishing the project in 3.5 days."
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+17

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Luis Painting Company
5.0(
42
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Luis Gonzalez and his crew have done a very thorough and professional job painting wooden trim on our house and, above all, repairing lots of dry rot on the house, the garage, and the roof of the garage. Luis is very nice and so are the men who work with him. I highly recommend him to anyone who needs a good, conscientious painter for outside or interiors. Peggy Kagel Fairfax, CA"
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+6

Response time5 hrs
Response rate97%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Campos Painting
5.0(
10
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Alex is a professional painter. He arrived on time, gave us an estimate. He also was able to install insulation in several walls, installing sheet rock, texturing the surfaces then painting. The project was just completed and it really looks great. I will definitely call Alex again the next time we need additional painting work done."
House undergoing exterior repairs
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
House Completed
Painting - Interior Project

+36

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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New Generation Painting & Builders Inc.
4.9(
56
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had them paint the entire interior of a 3 bedroom 2-1/2 bath home. Proper preparation is important. They were careful and accurate with their masking and protection of surfaces not to be painted, splattered, or over-sprayed. They filled nail holes, nicks, and cracks in the walls and trim and primed old enamel paint. Painting was smooth without thin spots or drips, runs, etc. They started on time and finished quickly on schedule. They left the house clean."
TRELLIS STAIN
FRONT DOOR
KITCHEN CABINETS REFINISH
STAIN TO PAINT
EXTERIOR PAINTING  PROJECT

+145

Response time2 hrs
Response rate94%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Two Men and a Brush Painting
5.0(
22
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Scott painted all the interior walls in our new house, he patched and painted the garage and made it so much nicer, he painted our kitchen cabinets, which turned out beautiful and saved us so much money compared to refacing, and he also painted a tricky accent wall covered with reclaimed wood after patching it, and that changed from a weird problem to an elegant feature of the house. All these projects were expertly done on time while I was away, and his estimates for each were accurate and lower than those of his competitors. When I have other projects I will go straight to him."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Gruber Painting
4.7(
46
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Joel and his team to paint the exterior of our house. The level of professionalism and workmanship was outstanding. The project was completed in the quoted timeframe. We were very satisfied and we highly recommend Gruber Painting."
Interior
Interior Refresh
Craftsman Makeover
Downtown Restoration
Mediterranean Design

+57

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for exterior home or structure paint or stain projects in Palo Alto, CA

Painting vinyl siding is a budget-friendly way to revive curb appeal without paying for new panels. As long as the boards aren’t warped, cracked, or leaking, a coat of high-quality acrylic paint can buy you another five to 10 years before replacement. 

Stick to lighter shades so the siding doesn’t soak up excess heat, and prep the surface well for the paint to bond. If you’re seeing rot or moisture damage, skip the paint and plan for new siding instead.

High-quality acrylic paint is recommended for vinyl siding. Acrylic paint adheres firmly to vinyl surfaces and resists peeling and fading, providing a sleek and long-lasting finish. Ensure the siding is thoroughly cleaned and prepared for optimal results. Your exterior painting pro has the expertise to properly prepare your siding’s surface to ensure proper adhesion.

Priming is not required if the vinyl siding remains in good condition and is properly cleaned. However, if the original color is severely faded or the panels have become porous, priming becomes essential. Priming provides a smooth, even base that improves paint adhesion and enhances durability, ensuring the acrylic finish adheres properly and lasts longer.

A paint sprayer is the quickest, most consistent way to coat vinyl siding. The fine mist reaches grooves a roller can miss and lays down an even layer in a fraction of the time. You’ll still need a brush for tight corners, but a sprayer slashes labor hours and reduces lap marks. 

If you’re renting equipment, ask the supplier for a tip size made for exterior acrylics so the paint atomizes correctly and sticks to the siding.

Painted vinyl siding lasts between five and 10 years. The durability depends on the quality of the surface preparation and the local climate conditions. When the siding is thoroughly cleaned and prepped, and high-quality acrylic paint is used, the finish endures longer. In hotter regions, the lifespan may be closer to five years, while cooler climates help extend it.

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