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Lance Sanchez Painting
4.9(
145
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Lance and his crew showed professionalism and problem solving beyond my ability to do the same. He is courteous and knowledgeable about the many finishes, paints and stains in today's market. Besides the great quality of his work, he and his crew are reliable and on time. My home (2800 sq. ft.) is beautiful. He even suggested that the job should include the front porch and he was 100% right. Thank you Lance and Shaun."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate88%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Palma's Painting
5.0(
16
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Fernando and his crew did an amazong job. Painted my two bedrooms. Nursery and living room . Completely changed the view in my home . Really glad we hired him"
Exterior Painting Project
Living Area
Living Area
Response time5 hrs
Response rate85%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Detail Pro Painting
5.0(
16
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

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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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Response time1 day
Response rate88%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Two Men and a Brush Painting
5.0(
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Scott and his guy just painted our Living room, Family Room, Kitchen and 3 hallways. Basically 1/3rd of our home. They moved furniture together and completely covered everything in plastic. Not a single thing was damaged. Attention to detail superb. The quote was as good or better than the other 2 we collected. Our house was left tidy and perfect! Can't say enough about these "Two Men and A Brush"!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Transformational Color
5.0(
10
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"This is the second home Gregory has helped me with color consulting. This new home was built in 1880 and far away in Maine. Gregory helped me find colors and feelings that made sense in this new home. And WOW. The colors have transformed our home into something beautiful, inviting and perfectly perfect. Gregory is super easy to work with and helped not only with color, but technical aspects of paint and what to look for when hiring a painter. I cannot give this a better review. If you want a home that is uniquely yours, that speaks to your soul and honors the home, go for it!"
Stain matching
Stain matching
Deck staining
Deck staining
Staining railings

+26

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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BENAVIDES DRYWALL, INC.
4.9(
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hector and his crew are excellent! They work with my schedule and they work fast while doing an excellent quality job. They turned my garage into a palace compared to how it was when I started. They reinforced the garage structure and put up drywall on the walls and created a new ceiling with new storage area above. Then the taped, textured and painted. My garage is now the nicest room in the house. Thanks Hector! - Paul V. - San Jose, CA."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate92%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Urbina's Painting Company
4.7(
13
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very responsive, great work and they got the work done on time. Used Urbina's Painting for full interior and exterior painting project and they were able to come in with the right number of people to do the job. Very professional and clean work - properly covered everything to protect furniture and flooring. They also did a great job preparing - filling holes, dents, fixing drywall issues etc. We were very happy with the final result."
Exterior Painting Project
Exterior Painting Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project

+74

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for exterior home or structure paint or stain projects in Santa Cruz, 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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