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J & D Painting
5.0(
95
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Serving San Jose, 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 San Jose, 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 San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Julio is very professional and he did wonderful job on my house with very competitive price . He is very responsible and did above beyon job . I am so blessed have Julio did my exterior 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 San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was asking for quotes on interior painting for my 2300 sq ft. home I received a phone call from GLZ PAINTERS (Adam) the owner, Adam gave me such a great price that I asked him about painting the outside of my home as it was pink yes I said pink Adam needed to come by for that estimate and trust me he was able to do both interior/exterior that fit my budget and promised to have it completed in 4/ 5 days without me having to move furniture or moving heavy items only needed to move my delicate items . Adam and his team arrived as scheduled day and times and worked in exstreamly hot temperatures outdoors (103°) it took 2 days to complete outdoor doors and 3 days to complete interior the job was done so professionally that no over spray indoors or outdoors. I highly recommend GLZ PAINTERS. I have received so many compliments on my new house color I'm truly happy and grateful. If you are looking for professional workmanship please reach out to GLZ PAINTERS I'm sure you'll be just as happy as I am. I wish I could attach photos"
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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 San Jose, 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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+17

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Two Men and a Brush Painting
5.0(
22
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Serving San Jose, 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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Palma's Painting
5.0(
16
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Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had a great experience with Palmaâ s Painting. They painted my 3 bedroom home, protected floors, covered surroundings. Fernando is also very responsive, very helpful . They went above and beyond . Double thumbs up ."
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Living Area
Living Area
Response time5 hrs
Response rate85%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Urbina's Painting Company
4.4(
14
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Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a great job. Project was done on time, the quality of the paint and painting work was very good. The area of painting was enclosed to ensure no mess to the surrounding areas. Very courteous staff."
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Exterior Painting Project
Painting - Exterior Project
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Painting - Interior Project

+74

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Paradise Painting
5.0(
14
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Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Adrian was very easy to work with. He was very polite and knowledgeable about the work that needed to be done for my home. He uses thick paper to protect my hardwood floors. He also used blue tape where needed to paint my baseboards. I will definitely use them for my Exterior pai t work in a few years."
Bedroom
Bedroom
Bedroom
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cal Preserving, Inc.
4.5(
15
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Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bruce did a good job of keeping us informed when what would be done on our deck. Everything went so quick once we decided to go with them. The deck looks like new again."
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+2

Response time2 days
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FAQs for exterior home or structure paint or stain projects in San Jose, 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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