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M A Painting

1860 Virginia Ave
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro

M A Painting

1860 Virginia Ave
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

With over 20 years of experience, M A Painting committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call us today!

"Marlo is the man! Such a skilled professional. He painted our whole downstairs & our bathroom cabinets. We could not be more pleased."

Kitson W on April 2021

With over 20 years of experience, M A Painting committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call us today!

"Marlo is the man! Such a skilled professional. He painted our whole downstairs & our bathroom cabinets. We could not be more pleased."

Kitson W on April 2021


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Clementson Painting Inc

1127 84th Avenue
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro

Clementson Painting Inc

1127 84th Avenue
5.00(
7
)
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!

"Ivan is great to work with. He is personable and asks the right questions to make sure you will get the end product you want. He painted our entire exterior and made sure the trim details were exactly how I wanted. He also did a great job painting our kitchen cabinets. "

Nicole C on June 2025

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!

"Ivan is great to work with. He is personable and asks the right questions to make sure you will get the end product you want. He painted our entire exterior and made sure the trim details were exactly how I wanted. He also did a great job painting our kitchen cabinets. "

Nicole C on June 2025


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Larson Brothers Painting

520 California Blvd Suite 1
4.89(
23
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Approved Pro

Larson Brothers Painting

520 California Blvd Suite 1
4.89(
23
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 years of experience

We specialize in creating a great painting experience. We strive to provide 5 star service to all clients by communicating, providing high quality work the first time around, and tailoring the job so the job is done how you want it. We are well known for painting wineries, historic buildings, homes, businesses and specialty coatings. We have a broad range of product knowledge and industry experience and will get your job done right. If you read our reviews you will note how personable and likeable our crews are so you can breathe easy about how your job will be handled.

"Excellent job, good to work with."

Teresa Z on March 2025

We specialize in creating a great painting experience. We strive to provide 5 star service to all clients by communicating, providing high quality work the first time around, and tailoring the job so the job is done how you want it. We are well known for painting wineries, historic buildings, homes, businesses and specialty coatings. We have a broad range of product knowledge and industry experience and will get your job done right. If you read our reviews you will note how personable and likeable our crews are so you can breathe easy about how your job will be handled.

"Excellent job, good to work with."

Teresa Z on March 2025


Luis Painting Company

107 Ross Street Apt #3
5.00(
37
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Approved Pro

Luis Painting Company

107 Ross Street Apt #3
5.00(
37
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Great job from everyone at Luis Painting Company for being responsive and punctual with the first contact, plus the Owner (Luis) was very helpful in editing the proposal to better reflect the homeowner's goals and finished result expectations. The Luis Painting crew (3) pressure-washed the exterior, replaced all the trim wood affected by dry rot, filled the stucco cracks with the appropriate compound, and thoroughly prepped the exterior for two coats of high-grade Benjamin Moore paint. Although the original job schedule date slipped, Luis and his crew expended maximum efforts to complete the project by September 30, 2025, and completed the work early. The finished painting was done with professionalism, quality workmanship, and attention to detail. Throughout the project, Luis communicated with the homeowner the work plan, daily work schedule, and progress made during the workday. Luis' crew was on-site each day by 800 AM and worked diligently to deliver the project by the deadline. "

Mike K on October 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Great job from everyone at Luis Painting Company for being responsive and punctual with the first contact, plus the Owner (Luis) was very helpful in editing the proposal to better reflect the homeowner's goals and finished result expectations. The Luis Painting crew (3) pressure-washed the exterior, replaced all the trim wood affected by dry rot, filled the stucco cracks with the appropriate compound, and thoroughly prepped the exterior for two coats of high-grade Benjamin Moore paint. Although the original job schedule date slipped, Luis and his crew expended maximum efforts to complete the project by September 30, 2025, and completed the work early. The finished painting was done with professionalism, quality workmanship, and attention to detail. Throughout the project, Luis communicated with the homeowner the work plan, daily work schedule, and progress made during the workday. Luis' crew was on-site each day by 800 AM and worked diligently to deliver the project by the deadline. "

Mike K on October 2025


"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."

James D on January 2025

All interior preparation and painting services All exterior preparation and painting services Power washing Small carpentry repairs

"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."

James D on January 2025


Redwood Painting Co

144 Alderbrook Dr
4.75(
20
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Approved Pro

Redwood Painting Co

144 Alderbrook Dr
4.75(
20
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
55 local quotes requested

We are a father/son owned company. With his over 40 years of experience, Tom (the Father) offers his knowledge and experience to assist you in all your questions and provides honest answers. We specialize in elastomerics, stains, epoxy/urethane, all latex paints, anti graffiti paints, and many, many more! We have very AFFORDABLE PRICES, and get the job done within your time frame!

"Tom and his son did an excellent job. Communication was clear, the price was very reasonable, and our house came out looking great. We'll use them for our future painting needs and I highly recommend them."

Jon H on April 2025

We are a father/son owned company. With his over 40 years of experience, Tom (the Father) offers his knowledge and experience to assist you in all your questions and provides honest answers. We specialize in elastomerics, stains, epoxy/urethane, all latex paints, anti graffiti paints, and many, many more! We have very AFFORDABLE PRICES, and get the job done within your time frame!

"Tom and his son did an excellent job. Communication was clear, the price was very reasonable, and our house came out looking great. We'll use them for our future painting needs and I highly recommend them."

Jon H on April 2025


"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!"

Lani M on June 2024

With over 20+ years of professional experience, we are here to brighten your home inside and out, and to meet all your needs and dreams.

"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!"

Lani M on June 2024


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R. Robinson's Painting Contractors

23 Tolentino Dr
4.95(
44
)
Approved Pro

R. Robinson's Painting Contractors

23 Tolentino Dr
4.95(
44
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
61 local quotes requested

We have been proudly serving the community for over 20 years. Customer satisfaction is our top priority. We offer high quality paints (Sherwin Williams and Kelly-Moore) as well as the highest level of professionalism. We are always on time and make sure we clean up every day. Thank you for your interest and we look forward to working with you!

"We recently had the interior of our home painted by the licensed very professional R. ROBINSON’S Painting & Decorating Contractors. Ren listed to our requests and made some suggestions on paint colors. The crew was friendly, courteous and highly efficient. They did a fantastic job. Showed up on time. Protected all furniture with plastic and cloth tarps and carefully taped off all door handles. Their workmanship was excellent. I would highly recommend using them for any painting job you may have. Their contact info: rrobinsonscontract@sbcglobal.net (707) 280-0087."

Jeffrey S on August 2025

We have been proudly serving the community for over 20 years. Customer satisfaction is our top priority. We offer high quality paints (Sherwin Williams and Kelly-Moore) as well as the highest level of professionalism. We are always on time and make sure we clean up every day. Thank you for your interest and we look forward to working with you!

"We recently had the interior of our home painted by the licensed very professional R. ROBINSON’S Painting & Decorating Contractors. Ren listed to our requests and made some suggestions on paint colors. The crew was friendly, courteous and highly efficient. They did a fantastic job. Showed up on time. Protected all furniture with plastic and cloth tarps and carefully taped off all door handles. Their workmanship was excellent. I would highly recommend using them for any painting job you may have. Their contact info: rrobinsonscontract@sbcglobal.net (707) 280-0087."

Jeffrey S on August 2025


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Elmer Painting

215 Bayview St
4.89(
18
)
Approved Pro

Elmer Painting

215 Bayview St
4.89(
18
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
58 local quotes requested

? Elmer Painting- 15 years of experience. We specialize in top-notch interior & exterior painting. Offering FREE ESTIMATES (415) 367-5791 We're ready to bring your vision to life. ?✨ Call us at (415) 367-5791 today for a project quote and let's add a splash of color to your world! ??️✨

"They did a very nice job. They were very good at communicating, honest and reasonable about the price and very timely."

Hope G on September 2025

? Elmer Painting- 15 years of experience. We specialize in top-notch interior & exterior painting. Offering FREE ESTIMATES (415) 367-5791 We're ready to bring your vision to life. ?✨ Call us at (415) 367-5791 today for a project quote and let's add a splash of color to your world! ??️✨

"They did a very nice job. They were very good at communicating, honest and reasonable about the price and very timely."

Hope G on September 2025


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Gene's Painting

1533 142nd Ave
4.92(
12
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Approved Pro

Gene's Painting

1533 142nd Ave
4.92(
12
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
49 local quotes requested

Gene’s Painting is owned and operated by Gene and Rosie LeDoux. We have been providing year-round painting services throughout the Bay Area for over 35 years. When you call Gene’s Painting, you will schedule your appointment with Rosie, and you will meet Gene for your free estimate. Check out more projects on our website- https://www.genepaintingcontractor.com/

"Fantastic. My house looks terrific. Gene walked the house with me and assured me that his team could address all my concerns, including cracked stuuco and dry rot. They did a great job and everything looks better than I could ever hope for. They even managed to match old paint colors from 40 years ago, that are no longer available. I would recommend and use Gene's Painting again in a heartbeat."

Kenneth T on May 2024

Gene’s Painting is owned and operated by Gene and Rosie LeDoux. We have been providing year-round painting services throughout the Bay Area for over 35 years. When you call Gene’s Painting, you will schedule your appointment with Rosie, and you will meet Gene for your free estimate. Check out more projects on our website- https://www.genepaintingcontractor.com/

"Fantastic. My house looks terrific. Gene walked the house with me and assured me that his team could address all my concerns, including cracked stuuco and dry rot. They did a great job and everything looks better than I could ever hope for. They even managed to match old paint colors from 40 years ago, that are no longer available. I would recommend and use Gene's Painting again in a heartbeat."

Kenneth T on May 2024

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FAQs for exterior home or structure paint or stain projects in San Rafael, CA

Painting an old or worn garage door is a budget-friendly way to refresh your home's exterior and boost its curb appeal without paying for the cost of replacement. A fresh coat of paint not only enhances the look of your garage but also helps protect it from the elements, potentially extending its lifespan. Even if there's rust present, you can address it by cleaning, priming, and painting over it for a seamless finish.

Sanding your garage door before painting is an important step that helps the paint adhere properly and last longer. It smooths out rough spots, removes peeling paint or rust, and gets rid of dirt and debris that could affect the finish. If your door has a glossy finish, lightly sanding it will also help the paint stick better.

Painting a garage door takes two to three days from start to finish, including preparation, painting, and drying time. This allows each coat to dry fully and ensures a professional-quality finish. Hiring a professional painter and taking the time to do it right helps achieve a long-lasting, durable paint job.

One gallon of paint covers close to 400 square feet, which is often enough for two to three coats on a standard one- or two-car garage door. This ensures complete coverage and an even finish, especially if the door is properly prepped and primed. If you’re using a darker color or painting over a contrasting shade, you may require more coats to achieve your desired finish.

The San Rafael, CA homeowners’ guide to exterior home or structure paint or stains

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.