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Clementson Painting Inc
1127 84th Avenue
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Clementson Painting Inc
1127 84th Avenue
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Clementson Painting INC. is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"I have worked with Ivan (Clementson Painting) for over 25 years. We have collaborated on exterior projects, interiors and occasionally commercial buildings. The work was done professionally because the preparation was done in a comprehensive fashion. Detail oriented and easy to work with, Clementson Painting will get your job done and you will not be disappointed."

Denise O on November 2024

Clementson Painting INC. is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"I have worked with Ivan (Clementson Painting) for over 25 years. We have collaborated on exterior projects, interiors and occasionally commercial buildings. The work was done professionally because the preparation was done in a comprehensive fashion. Detail oriented and easy to work with, Clementson Painting will get your job done and you will not be disappointed."

Denise O on November 2024


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A1 Quality Painters
1130 Gladstone St
4.33(
6
)
Approved Pro
A1 Quality Painters
1130 Gladstone St
4.33(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
37 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

A-1 Quality Painters prides itself in understanding that customer satisfaction is what determines our success. You will notice that we are particularly focused on the principals of quality workmanship, timely completion, and integrity with our customer relationships. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate for your project needs.

"Great job, arrived on time each day, did good work, cleaned up well and was reasonably priced! Thank you, Gene"

Gene H on August 2021

A-1 Quality Painters prides itself in understanding that customer satisfaction is what determines our success. You will notice that we are particularly focused on the principals of quality workmanship, timely completion, and integrity with our customer relationships. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate for your project needs.

"Great job, arrived on time each day, did good work, cleaned up well and was reasonably priced! Thank you, Gene"

Gene H on August 2021


Avatar for YB Painting, Inc.
YB Painting, Inc.
11387 Salinas St
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
YB Painting, Inc.
11387 Salinas St
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 local quotes requested

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service are extremely important that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.M-S 8-5

"Jose promptly provided a quote and clearly explained the services he offered. He maintained communication and arrived on time, completing the job three days ahead of schedule! His work is exceptional, and we couldn't be more satisfied. I would give him more than 5 stars if I could. Highly recommended!"

Patricia M on April 2024

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service are extremely important that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.M-S 8-5

"Jose promptly provided a quote and clearly explained the services he offered. He maintained communication and arrived on time, completing the job three days ahead of schedule! His work is exceptional, and we couldn't be more satisfied. I would give him more than 5 stars if I could. Highly recommended!"

Patricia M on April 2024


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Penagos Painting
81 East 40th Avenue
4.77(
37
)
Approved Pro
Penagos Painting
81 East 40th Avenue
4.77(
37
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 years of experience

With 30 years of experience and 25 years in business, we are the experts best suited to handle all your painting needs. We do both interior and exterior painting in the Peninsula. We will treat your home or business as we would our own. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"This is an outstanding company. They delivered excellent quality on time and on budget. All team members were very professional throughout the project. "

Tom S on March 2025

With 30 years of experience and 25 years in business, we are the experts best suited to handle all your painting needs. We do both interior and exterior painting in the Peninsula. We will treat your home or business as we would our own. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"This is an outstanding company. They delivered excellent quality on time and on budget. All team members were very professional throughout the project. "

Tom S on March 2025


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Summit Deck Doctor
7265 Hihn Rd
4.84(
51
)
Approved Pro
Summit Deck Doctor
7265 Hihn Rd
4.84(
51
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
174 local quotes requested

This is Rupert and my team at Summit Deck Doctor. We offer Deck Finishing, Deck Repairs and Deck Build within 25 miles of Los Gatos. We know you have a choice and hope you will choose us! There are three things that make us different from other contractors: LOOKS BETTER, LASTS LONGER, JOB DONE. Here’s why: 1) LOOKS BETTER. a. We avoid lap marks where two layers overlap. Not every contractor understand the import of maintaining a wet edge to avoid these dark marks on your deck. B) we stain the edges of the boards so you don’t get “zebra stripes” – very visible and distracting drips down the sides of the boards (other contractors charge extra to fix this), c) we use lots of drop cloths to avoid spills (so no more careless mess below the deck). 2) LASTS LONGER. a). We use reliable durable stains, not the cheapest ones (unlike other contractors), b) we use hybrid stains, not environmentally-unfriendly and smelly oil stains which have very poor durability. c) we apply stains in the shade or the cool of the evening to allow stain to sink in and so they last twice as long (unlike contractors who don’t seem to read the instructions on the can which say “don’t apply in sunshine”). 3). JOB DONE. a). I will be coming to give you the quote and I am the owner (unlike other contractors who send a sales guy who might make promises the company can’t keep). b) I will write up the quote then and there (no waiting a week for a contractor to type it up), c) I will be calling you every night during the work to make sure you are happy. IN SUMMARY: We put special care into refinishing your deck and handrails so they look stunning, in giving you twice the durability of other contractors, and in getting the job done efficiently. We believe we halve the cost of refinishing your deck because we apply stains in a way that doubles the durability of your deck finish which means you have it done once not twice, saving you money. WANT TO KNOW MORE? Download our 90 page book "Deckology; The Art & Science of Deck Finishing and Carpentry" which explains the refinishing and carpentry process. (Look for deckology33.pdf). WE WON’T LET YOU DOWN. We have worked on over 1000 decks, have been in business for 12 years, are accredited at A+ with the Better Business Bureau, are a Super Service Award Winner at AngiesList.com with over 50 reviews, have a 5 star rating on Yelp with over 38 reviews, and are certified by the EPA for removal of toxic finishes. We are licensed, bonded and carry workers compensation insurance for your protection. We offer Fixed Prices, which include all labor and material expenses; this gives you peace of mind with no hidden costs. Our payment schedules are all milestone-based, which means you pay only when a milestone in work is achieved, providing you with reduced risk and more peace of mind. Contracts are proper written contracts; nice and clear, and professional; how it should be. Unlike other contractors we work on your job continuously - no "dragging it out;” most jobs can be completed in 4 days' continuous work. We leave you a partial can of stain once we have finished so you know what stain we used, when it comes time to refinish the deck in the future. BEFORE YOU CALL. If you really don’t know what these things cost, then it would be helpful if you can estimate the size of your deck by pacing it out – so we can give you a ballpark estimate when you call PLEASE NOTE: Don't forget to read our reviews in both "Deck Maintenance" and "Decks and Porches" categories. Summit Deck Doctor is a DBA of Experiventures, inc.

"Our large deck was sorely neglected - no maintenance in at least 8 years - and I worried it was beyond help or would be cost-prohibitive to rehabilitate. Rupert and Michael breathed new life into it! Rupert (company principle) is very responsive, and he was able to give a quick informal estimate based on some photos and I texted. This made it very easy to start working together right away. Now the deck looks beautiful, and they were able to stain our wooden deck furniture to match. Great makeover for our deck and lovely folks to work with!"

Laura G on October 2021

This is Rupert and my team at Summit Deck Doctor. We offer Deck Finishing, Deck Repairs and Deck Build within 25 miles of Los Gatos. We know you have a choice and hope you will choose us! There are three things that make us different from other contractors: LOOKS BETTER, LASTS LONGER, JOB DONE. Here’s why: 1) LOOKS BETTER. a. We avoid lap marks where two layers overlap. Not every contractor understand the import of maintaining a wet edge to avoid these dark marks on your deck. B) we stain the edges of the boards so you don’t get “zebra stripes” – very visible and distracting drips down the sides of the boards (other contractors charge extra to fix this), c) we use lots of drop cloths to avoid spills (so no more careless mess below the deck). 2) LASTS LONGER. a). We use reliable durable stains, not the cheapest ones (unlike other contractors), b) we use hybrid stains, not environmentally-unfriendly and smelly oil stains which have very poor durability. c) we apply stains in the shade or the cool of the evening to allow stain to sink in and so they last twice as long (unlike contractors who don’t seem to read the instructions on the can which say “don’t apply in sunshine”). 3). JOB DONE. a). I will be coming to give you the quote and I am the owner (unlike other contractors who send a sales guy who might make promises the company can’t keep). b) I will write up the quote then and there (no waiting a week for a contractor to type it up), c) I will be calling you every night during the work to make sure you are happy. IN SUMMARY: We put special care into refinishing your deck and handrails so they look stunning, in giving you twice the durability of other contractors, and in getting the job done efficiently. We believe we halve the cost of refinishing your deck because we apply stains in a way that doubles the durability of your deck finish which means you have it done once not twice, saving you money. WANT TO KNOW MORE? Download our 90 page book "Deckology; The Art & Science of Deck Finishing and Carpentry" which explains the refinishing and carpentry process. (Look for deckology33.pdf). WE WON’T LET YOU DOWN. We have worked on over 1000 decks, have been in business for 12 years, are accredited at A+ with the Better Business Bureau, are a Super Service Award Winner at AngiesList.com with over 50 reviews, have a 5 star rating on Yelp with over 38 reviews, and are certified by the EPA for removal of toxic finishes. We are licensed, bonded and carry workers compensation insurance for your protection. We offer Fixed Prices, which include all labor and material expenses; this gives you peace of mind with no hidden costs. Our payment schedules are all milestone-based, which means you pay only when a milestone in work is achieved, providing you with reduced risk and more peace of mind. Contracts are proper written contracts; nice and clear, and professional; how it should be. Unlike other contractors we work on your job continuously - no "dragging it out;” most jobs can be completed in 4 days' continuous work. We leave you a partial can of stain once we have finished so you know what stain we used, when it comes time to refinish the deck in the future. BEFORE YOU CALL. If you really don’t know what these things cost, then it would be helpful if you can estimate the size of your deck by pacing it out – so we can give you a ballpark estimate when you call PLEASE NOTE: Don't forget to read our reviews in both "Deck Maintenance" and "Decks and Porches" categories. Summit Deck Doctor is a DBA of Experiventures, inc.

"Our large deck was sorely neglected - no maintenance in at least 8 years - and I worried it was beyond help or would be cost-prohibitive to rehabilitate. Rupert and Michael breathed new life into it! Rupert (company principle) is very responsive, and he was able to give a quick informal estimate based on some photos and I texted. This made it very easy to start working together right away. Now the deck looks beautiful, and they were able to stain our wooden deck furniture to match. Great makeover for our deck and lovely folks to work with!"

Laura G on October 2021


Avatar for Brambilas Painting
Brambilas Painting
Serving Area
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Brambilas Painting
Serving Area
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
177 local quotes requested

With almost 25 years of experience serving all around the Peninsula Bay Area, our mission is to provide high-quality painting services that exceed our customers expectations. Whether you need a fresh coat of paint on your home's interior or exterior, or you want to give your business a new look, we have the skills and expertise to get the job done right.

"Absolutely terrific we changed colors on the house and the work was completed on time and they were extremely neat. We received many positive comments from our neighbors."

Dave B on September 2023

With almost 25 years of experience serving all around the Peninsula Bay Area, our mission is to provide high-quality painting services that exceed our customers expectations. Whether you need a fresh coat of paint on your home's interior or exterior, or you want to give your business a new look, we have the skills and expertise to get the job done right.

"Absolutely terrific we changed colors on the house and the work was completed on time and they were extremely neat. We received many positive comments from our neighbors."

Dave B on September 2023


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Detail Pro Painting
31 Montgomery St
5.00(
15
)
Approved Pro
Detail Pro Painting
31 Montgomery St
5.00(
15
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
571 local quotes requested

Detail-Pro Painting is a complete painting service company, serving its costumers since 2005, with Interior & Exterior painting, cabinets, doors, casings, baseboards, crown moldings, power washing, fences, railings, trellises, staining, and much more...

"Manny is the best you can trust. He provides a high quality service in time. His team is nice, and they focus on details of painting. We're happy after the works done. Manny is honest, knowledgeable and professional you can have faith on him. I picked the right guy."

Minh N on March 2025

Detail-Pro Painting is a complete painting service company, serving its costumers since 2005, with Interior & Exterior painting, cabinets, doors, casings, baseboards, crown moldings, power washing, fences, railings, trellises, staining, and much more...

"Manny is the best you can trust. He provides a high quality service in time. His team is nice, and they focus on details of painting. We're happy after the works done. Manny is honest, knowledgeable and professional you can have faith on him. I picked the right guy."

Minh N on March 2025


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RS Dynamic Builders Inc.
909 Ocean View Avenue
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
RS Dynamic Builders Inc.
909 Ocean View Avenue
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
107 local quotes requested
8 years of experience

We are in construction business for over 6 years we offer top quality work. Customer satisfaction is our upmost priority and will do everything necessary to keep our customers happy. We specialize in painting, siding, and many other trades.

We are in construction business for over 6 years we offer top quality work. Customer satisfaction is our upmost priority and will do everything necessary to keep our customers happy. We specialize in painting, siding, and many other trades.


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SI PROS LLC
48 Gillette Ave
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
SI PROS LLC
48 Gillette Ave
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
256 local quotes requested

SI PROS POWER WASH LLC is a full-service power washing company located in the vibrant city of San Francisco, CA. Led by a team of dedicated professionals, our company offers a range of services including residencial and comercial, we take pride in delivering exceptional results and exceeding our clients’ expectations.

"Jose was a great communicator and paid attention to the details. He kept the worksite clean and the quality of his work was exceptional. We’re grateful for his help remodeling our home!"

Adam w on November 2024

SI PROS POWER WASH LLC is a full-service power washing company located in the vibrant city of San Francisco, CA. Led by a team of dedicated professionals, our company offers a range of services including residencial and comercial, we take pride in delivering exceptional results and exceeding our clients’ expectations.

"Jose was a great communicator and paid attention to the details. He kept the worksite clean and the quality of his work was exceptional. We’re grateful for his help remodeling our home!"

Adam w on November 2024


Melgar Painting
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Melgar Painting
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1002 local quotes requested

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"I found Melvin by chance after looking for several contractors to paint our townhome (prices were outrageous, between 17k-35k) to paint a 1800sq ft place with very high ceilings in places. Painting was very reasonable at about $9500 plus materials (at about $3000). Their quality of work patching holes big and small, making cracks on the wall look like it never happened, and their attention to detail was unmatched while painting baseboards, door trims, walls and ALL our cabinetry (bathrooms and kitchen). Melvin is a perfectionist! I have never been able to say that about any painter. I know that if you are reading this it will be hard for you to grasp how great this company is. But let me give you peace of mind: YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED. THEY HAVE LOADS of pictures of their work for reference. They also have the most awesome handyman (Josue) and the counter top guy (Marvin).. he was incredible and very skilled at refinishing 3 bathroom counter tops. They are very organized and clean up after themselves. I truly feel that I was the luckiest person to have found them and they turn my home into an absolute gem 💎. Please give them a chance. I know how stressful it can be, to be amidst selling your home plus finding the right people to give your place some upgrades. This company was an absolute great find."

Monica s on August 2024

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"I found Melvin by chance after looking for several contractors to paint our townhome (prices were outrageous, between 17k-35k) to paint a 1800sq ft place with very high ceilings in places. Painting was very reasonable at about $9500 plus materials (at about $3000). Their quality of work patching holes big and small, making cracks on the wall look like it never happened, and their attention to detail was unmatched while painting baseboards, door trims, walls and ALL our cabinetry (bathrooms and kitchen). Melvin is a perfectionist! I have never been able to say that about any painter. I know that if you are reading this it will be hard for you to grasp how great this company is. But let me give you peace of mind: YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED. THEY HAVE LOADS of pictures of their work for reference. They also have the most awesome handyman (Josue) and the counter top guy (Marvin).. he was incredible and very skilled at refinishing 3 bathroom counter tops. They are very organized and clean up after themselves. I truly feel that I was the luckiest person to have found them and they turn my home into an absolute gem 💎. Please give them a chance. I know how stressful it can be, to be amidst selling your home plus finding the right people to give your place some upgrades. This company was an absolute great find."

Monica s on August 2024

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Exterior home or structure paint or stains FAQs

Start with a deep clean—most pros use a pressure washer to blast away dust and chalk. Patch cracks with masonry caulk, let them cure, then roll on an acrylic primer. Finish with two coats of high-quality exterior paint using a roller or, better yet, an airless sprayer for even coverage. Skip brushes on broad stucco walls; they’re slow and leave streaks.

Fresh paint seals hairline cracks, boosts UV resistance, and gives curb appeal an instant lift—often a plus when it’s time to sell. The trade-offs? Stucco requires a full cure before painting; the job is labor-intensive, and the wrong coating can trap moisture. Budget accordingly and use paint specifically designed for masonry to avoid peeling later.

When estimating the amount of paint you’ll need for a stucco house, plan on double the paint you’d use for smooth siding. A gallon that covers 400 square feet of flat wall often coats only about 200 square feet of textured stucco, so a 2,000-square-foot exterior may need 10 to 15 gallons.

Painting your stucco wall is a proven alternative to the expense and disruption of re-stuccoing the entire exterior. It refreshes the appearance and protects the surface without the investment of new material. Using high-quality, weather-resistant paint and following correct preparation procedures prevents moisture retention and ensures long-lasting performance. This method offers an efficient means to update your home while maintaining durability.

Rollers work, but an airless sprayer is the gold standard for full exteriors—it gets paint deep into the texture and speeds up the job. Reserve brushes for tight trim only. Whichever tool your exterior painting pro chooses, they’ll keep a wet edge and apply two thin coats for the longest-lasting finish.

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