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Top-Rated Exterior painters in Berkeley - Updated Nov 2026

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Brannick and Associates Painting Services
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our house looks beautiful -- both outside and in -- because Brannick & Associates have painted every square inch of it. Patrick's team first painted our interior after a renovation a few years ago and we were so impressed with the quality & professionalism of their work that we've had them return for two additional jobs: a steep exterior stairway and most recently, the house's exterior. Their attention to detail and overall craftsmanship are why Brannick & Associates are our go-to painters. Highly recommend."
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+10

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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A+ Painting
4.9(
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very pleased with the exterior painting job done by George and his crew. I believe prep including finding and patching holes and working with our carpenter to find and repair old wear and tear was at least as important as the paint job itself and George was practically fanatical about getting the exterior of my house in great shape. He also provided lots of good ideas while still respecting my final decisions. And the paint job itself was excellent. George was a pleasure to work with."
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+97

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Skage Painting
4.9(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Skage Painting Inc. did an exceptional job repainting the exterior of our house. The team was efficient, respectful of our property, and paid attention to every detail, from prepping the surfaces to the final touch-ups. Our home looks brand new, and we?ve received so many compliments from our friends and neighbors. Knowing they?re licensed and insured gave us peace of mind throughout the process. Highly recommend!"
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+36

Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
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TM Expert Painting
5.0(
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"TM did an awesome job painting all the interior walls of our home. They painted 8 rooms and 2 bathrooms in two days which exceeded our expectations. Their work quality is excellent and they moved and protected our furniture and floors to prevent any paint damage. Also did a thorough clean up after the painting was completed. We highly recommended them."
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Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Cristoff Painting & Decorating
4.9(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very satisfied with the exterior house painting done by a licensed and insured Cristoff Painting and Decorating. Owner was on time and gave me estimate on the spot. I interviewed all of his references, all praised him and his crew. Krzysztof and crew courteous, tidy, punctual and fulfilled every task as detailed in contract. I would hire him again without hesitation."
Victorian Restoration
Victorian Restoration
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Victorian Restoration

+2

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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G M Painting
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Juan and his team effortlessly knocked out our West Alameda veterans exterior painting job! From start to finish, Juan communicated his detailed plan and process. He professionally delivered on every request with high marks at a surprisingly affordable price! Our Navy veteran homeowner exclaimed, Great job! I am impressed with the high quality of protection GM Painting has given to my 1938 vintage home. It is restored to its fresh, clean, white with green trim original charm! The teams care and meticulous attention to detail have refreshed the home and given it a new lease on life. We appreciate their high respect for our veteran and his privacy. It was not long before it was finished and looks a whole, a lot better!"
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+9

Response time12 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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LOBATO PAINTING
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Lobato Painting did an excellent job painting the exterior of my house. Luis Contreras and his team were always on time and worked very hard every day. Luis was able to give us a referral for someone to fix the roof before the painting was done and we were very pleased with the outcome. Luis found some window frames that needed replacing and let me know and replaced them expertly. He and his team showed great attention to detail and the end result is beautiful."
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+17

Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
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Colorblast Painting
4.3(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Colorblast Painting is awesome,from start to finish,great customer service,I love that it is a family owned company as well.We had our house repainted and some wood rot repaired.Everything done as expected and as listed in proposal.Nathan and Amanda are so nice,I was hoping to have Nathan himself to paint but he was on another job, that's ok,all went well.I would recommend them to anyone and I have already had 3 people stop by and comment on the house saying it looks like a new house,if we have anymore painting needed,we will be calling them back.Oh,and they happen to be the cheapest out of the 3 estimates we got,which is a plus as well."
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Exterior Painting FAQs, answered by experts

Some methods of removing paint from metal that use physical force, like scraping or grinding, may damage the metal. Other methods like chemical strippers or acids are unlikely to damage the metal underneath, but take care using any method to strip paint to minimize the chance of damage.

WD-40 can help remove paint on wood floors, but use it cautiously. Start with a small amount and let it sit for a few minutes, then gently scrape the paint off using a plastic (not metal) scraper. You may want to test it first on a hidden area to ensure it doesn't damage the finish. Professional products specifically designed for hardwood may be a better choice for large or stubborn paint spots.

Sandblasting is a common method for removing paint. It works great if the underlying material is tough. This is because you can then use more abrasive sandblast materials, making the paint removal process much faster and less expensive. If you plan on removing many layers of paint on smooth surfaces, you’ll need to be more careful about which materials you choose to use to sandblast.

A traditional German schmear uses mortar, making it unsuitable for adherence to painted surfaces. Professionals recommend removing any existing paint before applying mortar. However, you can rough up the painted surface and clean it to test if the mortar will stick. Remember that the underlying paint's texture and color may affect the schmear's final appearance—so starting with a bare brick wall will ensure the ideal finish.

Most handy homeowners can tackle removing texture from unpainted walls. Removing texture from painted walls is a bit trickier. Paint acts as a sealant, so you can’t soften the texture with water. Instead, you’ll have to add a layer of drywall compound known as a skim coat. This process is messy and takes some practice.

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