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Avatar for SD Pro Painting

SD Pro Painting

4.92(
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•Approved Pro

SD Pro Painting

4.92(
24
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to 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.

"SD Pro Painting just completed the exterior repaint of our house in PB, and we canâ t say enough positive things about the owner Marco Reyes and his crew, who simply did a fantastic job! We quoted the work with three different companies, and Marco was the only one educating us on paint choices and process. His quote was the most comprehensive, and once hired, it was followed through in every way and beyond. We have nothing but accolades for Marco and his teamâ s workmanship, communication skills, time management, cleanliness, integrity, and follow up. They even came back three days after the job was complete to help us mount a light fixture that we had decided last minute to replace."

Siri P on June 2024

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to 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.

"SD Pro Painting just completed the exterior repaint of our house in PB, and we canâ t say enough positive things about the owner Marco Reyes and his crew, who simply did a fantastic job! We quoted the work with three different companies, and Marco was the only one educating us on paint choices and process. His quote was the most comprehensive, and once hired, it was followed through in every way and beyond. We have nothing but accolades for Marco and his teamâ s workmanship, communication skills, time management, cleanliness, integrity, and follow up. They even came back three days after the job was complete to help us mount a light fixture that we had decided last minute to replace."

Siri P on June 2024

Del Mar Painting

4.85(
117
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•Approved Pro

Del Mar Painting

4.85(
117
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Terrific value
39 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Del Mar Painting has been providing top quality work for homeowners since 1987. With 30 years of owner experience and our company being licensed for over 20 years, you won't find a painting contractor that will do the job better. We can assist with general to fine painting work, like faux finishing and textures. We are so confident that you will appreciate the level of quality we bring to your home that we stand behind our work with an industry-leading 5 year warranty. We are an owner-operated company, proud to serve the community with impeccable quality. When you call Del Mar Painting you won't have one estimator bid the job followed by a crew you have never met come to do the work leaving you with a secretary as the only way to communicate about your project. You will meet our owner, David, on the estimate and he will be on every job, right beside our crews, assuring consistent quality and easy communication throughout your project. Call today for a FREE Estimate!

"The Job was done right and there work was done exceptional! Dave Swanson the Owner of Del Mar runs an exceptional painting company! Dave and his painter Juan are exceptional PAINTERS and do exceptional work! "

Daniel G on September 2025

Del Mar Painting has been providing top quality work for homeowners since 1987. With 30 years of owner experience and our company being licensed for over 20 years, you won't find a painting contractor that will do the job better. We can assist with general to fine painting work, like faux finishing and textures. We are so confident that you will appreciate the level of quality we bring to your home that we stand behind our work with an industry-leading 5 year warranty. We are an owner-operated company, proud to serve the community with impeccable quality. When you call Del Mar Painting you won't have one estimator bid the job followed by a crew you have never met come to do the work leaving you with a secretary as the only way to communicate about your project. You will meet our owner, David, on the estimate and he will be on every job, right beside our crews, assuring consistent quality and easy communication throughout your project. Call today for a FREE Estimate!

"The Job was done right and there work was done exceptional! Dave Swanson the Owner of Del Mar runs an exceptional painting company! Dave and his painter Juan are exceptional PAINTERS and do exceptional work! "

Daniel G on September 2025

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Apex American Homes

5.00(
29
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Apex American Homes

5.00(
29
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
34 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

At Apex American Homes, we’re not just in the business of remodeling, we’re a family passionate about helping yours feel more at home. Based in San Diego, we’ve built a reputation for treating every project as if it were for our own home. Whether you need a fresh kitchen, a revamped bathroom, or a full-home makeover, we’re here to make sure it’s done with care, precision, and a personal touch. We can always be reached via call or text at (858)-733-4128 or apexamericanhomes@gmail.com

"We hired Apex to initially redo 2 bathrooms and ended up redoing the upstairs flooring, repainting walls and doors, replaced some cabinets, and even did some flooring and work downstairs as well. Igor and Luis were both extremely helpful with planning beforehand and advising and organizing all the work throughout. We are extremely happy with the finished product and would highly recommend Apex for anyone looking to do work on their home. Thank you for everything!"

Michael H on January 2026

At Apex American Homes, we’re not just in the business of remodeling, we’re a family passionate about helping yours feel more at home. Based in San Diego, we’ve built a reputation for treating every project as if it were for our own home. Whether you need a fresh kitchen, a revamped bathroom, or a full-home makeover, we’re here to make sure it’s done with care, precision, and a personal touch. We can always be reached via call or text at (858)-733-4128 or apexamericanhomes@gmail.com

"We hired Apex to initially redo 2 bathrooms and ended up redoing the upstairs flooring, repainting walls and doors, replaced some cabinets, and even did some flooring and work downstairs as well. Igor and Luis were both extremely helpful with planning beforehand and advising and organizing all the work throughout. We are extremely happy with the finished product and would highly recommend Apex for anyone looking to do work on their home. Thank you for everything!"

Michael H on January 2026

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BE HOME REMODELING INC

4.96(
12
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BE HOME REMODELING INC

4.96(
12
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
522 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Be Home Remodeling is a home improvement company dedicated to transforming spaces with quality craftsmanship and personalized service. We specialize in a range of remodeling projects, from kitchens and bathrooms to full home renovations, back yard remodeling and more. Our team of experienced professionals collaborates closely with clients to understand their vision and bring it to life, ensuring each project reflects their style and meets their needs. Whether you're looking to update a single room or undertake a complete overhaul, Be Home Remodeling is here to make your dream home a reality.

"After they redid our counter tops and island, we had them paint out cabinets and build shelves up to the ceiling. The communication was on point this time and the results speak for themselves. Would definitely recommend them to anyone for any home project. "

Stephen A on December 2025

Be Home Remodeling is a home improvement company dedicated to transforming spaces with quality craftsmanship and personalized service. We specialize in a range of remodeling projects, from kitchens and bathrooms to full home renovations, back yard remodeling and more. Our team of experienced professionals collaborates closely with clients to understand their vision and bring it to life, ensuring each project reflects their style and meets their needs. Whether you're looking to update a single room or undertake a complete overhaul, Be Home Remodeling is here to make your dream home a reality.

"After they redid our counter tops and island, we had them paint out cabinets and build shelves up to the ceiling. The communication was on point this time and the results speak for themselves. Would definitely recommend them to anyone for any home project. "

Stephen A on December 2025

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William Joyce Design

5.00(
3
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William Joyce Design

5.00(
3
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

William Joyce Design is a Landscape Architecture firm dedicated to creating imaginative, functional, & attractive landscapes that elicit lasting responses & are intrinsic to the local environmental conditions. As each site poses its own questions & offers its unique subtleties, we use our own broad-reaching cultural experiences & expansive education to embrace natural systems, feed our imagination, & reinforce the instincts of our designs. By committing to stewardship of the land, responsible use of natural resources, incorporation of local materials & native plants, & appreciation of the physical interaction with the landscape, William Joyce Design seeks uncontrived, natural solutions designed to generate discovery, splendor, & balance.

William Joyce Design is a Landscape Architecture firm dedicated to creating imaginative, functional, & attractive landscapes that elicit lasting responses & are intrinsic to the local environmental conditions. As each site poses its own questions & offers its unique subtleties, we use our own broad-reaching cultural experiences & expansive education to embrace natural systems, feed our imagination, & reinforce the instincts of our designs. By committing to stewardship of the land, responsible use of natural resources, incorporation of local materials & native plants, & appreciation of the physical interaction with the landscape, William Joyce Design seeks uncontrived, natural solutions designed to generate discovery, splendor, & balance.

KL9 Construction

5.00(
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KL9 Construction

5.00(
9
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Owner-operated, two employees. Sub out specific trades. Cost is determined by the job. License number 622634. For more information please email: kl9construction@gmail.com

Owner-operated, two employees. Sub out specific trades. Cost is determined by the job. License number 622634. For more information please email: kl9construction@gmail.com

Cordial cabinets

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Cordial cabinets

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36 years of experience

C-6 contractor

C-6 contractor

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CAIRNSCRAFT DESIGN & REMODEL

4.95(
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CAIRNSCRAFT DESIGN & REMODEL

4.95(
22
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

CairnsCraft Design & Remodel is an award winning design build firm serving clients throughout the San Diego metro area. Established in 1990 by Charles & Marie Cairns, owned and operated by highly qualified, trusted experts in home remodeling. Offering design services, project development, management, and construction, we are your trusted dependable partners, uniquely qualified to remodel homes to be functional and usable by anyone, regardless of age or ability. Give us the opportunity to provide you with an exceptional home. We are a Design Build Company, specializing in Kitchen, Bathroom, Home Addition, including Full Home Remodel.

""I had my kitchen remodeled recently. Charles and Marie from CairnsCraft Design & Remodel were there at every step of the way and very helpful. I was a bit concerned at first as I was expecting out of town guests in early August and I was told that the work would probably last till the end of July. But thanks to Marie’s excellent work, scheduling and coordination, it was completed earlier than I expected. Thank you, Marie and Charles.""

Yoshi B on October 2018

CairnsCraft Design & Remodel is an award winning design build firm serving clients throughout the San Diego metro area. Established in 1990 by Charles & Marie Cairns, owned and operated by highly qualified, trusted experts in home remodeling. Offering design services, project development, management, and construction, we are your trusted dependable partners, uniquely qualified to remodel homes to be functional and usable by anyone, regardless of age or ability. Give us the opportunity to provide you with an exceptional home. We are a Design Build Company, specializing in Kitchen, Bathroom, Home Addition, including Full Home Remodel.

""I had my kitchen remodeled recently. Charles and Marie from CairnsCraft Design & Remodel were there at every step of the way and very helpful. I was a bit concerned at first as I was expecting out of town guests in early August and I was told that the work would probably last till the end of July. But thanks to Marie’s excellent work, scheduling and coordination, it was completed earlier than I expected. Thank you, Marie and Charles.""

Yoshi B on October 2018

Home Depot - Poway

4.00(
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Home Depot - Poway

4.00(
6
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Customers say: Quality work

The Home Depot Poway - #8949 can help with all of your home improvement needs. Our address is 12175 Tech Center Drive, Poway, CA, 92064 & our phone number is (858)513-0080. We offer a variety of features including Home Depot Truck Rental, Key Cutting, Tool Rental Center, & Free WiFi. For Home improvement professionals, we'll help get your jobs done faster and for less at our Pro Desk. Store hours are Monday-Saturday, 6 a.m.-10 p.m., and Sunday, 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Visit us today & let our knowledgeable associates & store manager, Traci L Vincent help you get ready for your next project.

The Home Depot Poway - #8949 can help with all of your home improvement needs. Our address is 12175 Tech Center Drive, Poway, CA, 92064 & our phone number is (858)513-0080. We offer a variety of features including Home Depot Truck Rental, Key Cutting, Tool Rental Center, & Free WiFi. For Home improvement professionals, we'll help get your jobs done faster and for less at our Pro Desk. Store hours are Monday-Saturday, 6 a.m.-10 p.m., and Sunday, 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Visit us today & let our knowledgeable associates & store manager, Traci L Vincent help you get ready for your next project.

Bruce King- Handyman

3.50(
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Bruce King- Handyman

3.50(
4
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Customers say: Quick response
20 years of experience

No Job Too Small or Too Tough !!! Free Estimates. I work by the hour. Mr rate is $46.00 and job materials/ parts are billed at my exact cost with NO Markup. Invoices are provided. Any club memebers tha are in San Diego County get a 25% discount

No Job Too Small or Too Tough !!! Free Estimates. I work by the hour. Mr rate is $46.00 and job materials/ parts are billed at my exact cost with NO Markup. Invoices are provided. Any club memebers tha are in San Diego County get a 25% discount

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FAQs for cabinets refinish projects in Santee, CA

To find the best cabinet refinishing expert for your project, start by researching local pros and reading reviews from previous customers. Reach out to a few contractors to discuss your cabinets' size, condition, and the look you're aiming for. Don't hesitate to ask for references or examples of their past work. Speaking with previous clients can give you valuable insights into the pro's workmanship and reliability.

When speaking with potential cabinet refinishing pros, consider asking them several questions to gauge their experience and professionalism. These questions can help you gauge the pro's experience and determine if they align with your needs.

  • Do you offer a guarantee on your work?

  • Can you create custom finishes or colors?

  • Do you have examples or samples of your past projects?

  • Are you able to match the finish to other cabinets in my home?

  • How long will the project take from start to finish?

Regular care will help maintain the beauty of your cabinets for years to come. To keep your refinished cabinets looking their best, follow these steps:

  • Use gentle cleaners: Avoid abrasive cleaners or harsh chemicals that can damage the finish. A simple mixture of warm water and mild dish soap works well.

  • Clean carefully: Instead of spraying solutions directly onto the cabinets, apply them to a soft microfiber cloth and wipe gently.

  • Protect from heat and moisture: Try to minimize exposure to excessive heat or moisture, which can affect the finish over time.

It's usually less costly to refinish cabinets than to replace them, depending on the cabinet condition. Refinishing cabinets cost an average of $3,114 while replacing cabinets is about $5,000 or more. When deciding to refinish or replace cabinets, consider several factors, including how old your cabinets are, your budget, and whether you need to complete any other renovation projects at the same time.

It may be worth resurfacing (also known as refacing) your cabinets if they’re in good shape but you’re interested in a different look. This is often less expensive than replacing cabinets outright and can allow you to update the look of your cabinets to reflect your kitchen’s current style without having to get rid of them entirely. The cost to reface cabinets is around $4,300 to $10,000, and you can hire a local cabinet refacing pro to handle this work.

Refinishing cabinets takes about two to three days to complete. The process begins with removing cabinet doors, drawers, and hardware, followed by cleaning, stripping, and sanding the surfaces. Any chips, stains, or splits are repaired before applying paint or stain. After applying the finish, the cabinets are reassembled, and the workspace is cleaned up, leaving your cabinets refreshed and renewed.

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