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Avatar for Patrick Holmes Painting
Patrick Holmes Painting
4.6(
27
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Bakersfield, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"They repaired and painted inside bedroom excellent job. Did some painting on outside and going to do more excellent work. Very nice and on time all was excellent. THE BEST COMPANY WOULD DEFINITELY RECOMMEND"
Great room
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior

+7

Response time1 day
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
John Hernandez Painting
4.9(
23
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+3 more

Serving Bakersfield, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This is the 2nd time I've hired Hernandez Painting. John's crew painted my interior a year ago (summer 2024). They did a fantastic job. This year we decided to have the exterior painted, and we didn't hesitate to hire them again. Going back a year when we received a quote for the interior (last year summer 2024), we also asked for a quote for the exterior. We couldn't afford to do both, so we decided to have the interior painted first. This year we called John for an updated quote for the exterior, but he honored his first quote (from a full year prior). John's team just finished painting our exterior and once again they did a fantastic job. I thoroughly enjoyed working with John's team of friendly professionals. I really can't recommend them enough. I'd like to give them a 6th star if I could."
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Advanced Custom Painting Services, Inc.
4.9(
34
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Bakersfield, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Victor and his team were absolutely fantastic! They did a lot of interior painting in our home. Walls, ceilings, baseboards... So professional, kind and courteous. They are very talented and obviously care about the quality of work!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Tinoco Painting
4.7(
11
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Bakersfield, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tinoco Painting provided incredible service and care for our needs! Tinoco Painting displayed integrity, professionalism and a great response! Their team showed up displaying professionalism and integrity and knowledge of the job! Thank you, Tinoco Painting, Ray and Roy, for the quote and the smooth project service! So refreshing to finally have a contractor provide the integrity and professionalism we need in our community! Awesome work Thanks Again!"
Westchester beech St
Westchester beech St
Westchester beech St
Westchester beech St
Westchester Restoration

+15

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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McMahon Painting
4.6(
28
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects - For Business

Serving Bakersfield, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jeremy McMahon is the consummate professional and his work is an exquisite representation of the personal touch. He takes pride in all that he does, and then goes the extra mile for customer satisfaction. We know this to be true. When we hired Jeremy, he came to our home and treated us with kindness and consideration. He is personable and honest. The estimate he provided for complete kitchen cabinet resurfacing was very reasonable. He made certain to let us take a full day, after completion of the project, to look over everything carefully. When we found that some of the doors of our 30-year-old cabinets needed an extra coat of paint, Jeremy was quick to comply and let us now customer satisfaction was of primary importance. Jeremy McMahon is a trustworthy, honest, and dedicated person--and his quality of work is an extension of his wonderful character. He made 30-year-old veneer look magical! Thank you Jeremy for your patience and consideration. We think the cabinets look fantastic. We would hire Jeremy for additional work around our home."
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 Fauxed Cabinet
After w/ Elastomeric
Before Repainting

+12

Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Valley Custom Painters & Services
5.0(
12
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+3 more

Serving Bakersfield, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I learned of Valley Custom Painters through Angi. My need to paint the exterior trim and patio was competitively bid with Valley Custom Painters being the low bid. Where Ernie arrived at my home to bid the project, I need at that time it was his firm I wanted to perform the work. He was straight forward and came across as a self sufficient contractor and convinced me he could do the work as outlined. They performed the painting in a timely manner, attention to detail, self sufficient, professional and produced a quality product. I was in the construction industry for forty years so when I rated a company AAAAA, I know what I am doing. In addition, many of our friends are most complementary of the quality of their paint job. In the future when I have painting needs, I will not be bidding the work, but calling Valley Custom Painters."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate91%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Jeffrey Lay Custom Painting
5.0(
1
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Bakersfield, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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.

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Randy Wiggins Painting and Decorating
New to Angi
Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Bakersfield, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Randy Wiggins Painting and Decorating is 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.

Response time10 mins
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Painting questions, answered by experts

Generally, these steps are included in exterior house painting:

  • Prepping and protecting the areas not being painted

  • Scraping away loose paint

  • Cleaning off dirt, grease, and debris

  • Caulking gaps and openings

  • Priming with a quality paint primer

  • Painting the prepared areas, including trim and accents with chosen paint finish

  • Adding a second coat

  • Cleaning up the site and disposing of tape, plastic, and drop cloths

Stains penetrate wood best when it's cool and dry, so you want to avoid moisture. If the wood is wet upon application, or if it rains before the stain dries, the water will soak into the wood and displace the staining solution. This leads to a flaky and blotchy look, which is the opposite of a sumptuous even coat. Once the stain has fully cured, after about 3 days, rain shouldn’t cause you any problems.

Whether to brush or roll stain on wood depends on the project and your preference. Brushing is ideal for smaller, intricate areas and offers more control over the application, ensuring thorough coverage and penetration into the wood's grain. 

Conversely, rolling is efficient for more extensive, flat surfaces and can save time. However, it is not always the best fit for textured or uneven wood. Some projects may benefit from combining both methods, using a brush for detail work and a roller for broader areas. Ultimately, the choice between brushing and rolling depends on the specific requirements of your staining project.

The best time to stain a fence is when the weather is dry and temperatures are between 50 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Late spring, early summer, and fall are typically the best seasons for this project. You should avoid staining during very hot weather, like in the middle of summer, or when it is raining. Heat and moisture can cause the stain to dry unevenly. Likewise, if it's too cold, such as in winter or early spring, the stain may not be able to dry fully. Before you start, check the forecast to ensure there will be no rain and low humidity for at least a few days.

Both a roller and a brush are effective methods for painting a chain link fence. A roller will make the job easier by ensuring symmetrical strokes and reaching the backside of the fence as well, which cuts down on paint time. However, a brush is often necessary for painting the base of the fence and near the posts due to its ease of reaching smaller spaces.

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