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Top-Rated Painters in Capitola - Updated Nov 2026

Lance Sanchez Painting
4.9(
165
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+2 more

Serving Capitola, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had my kitchen cabinets painted. Lance was very professional and friendly and guided me through which paint would work best for the job. The work was done on time as promised. All these things I really appreciated. The workmanship was beautiful and the pricing was very competitive. I would highly recommend hiring them for any painting projects you have."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate88%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Lance Sanchez Painting
4.9(
164
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+2 more

Serving Capitola, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

I pride myself on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. I am an expert in my trade and will do my best to keep you as educated as I can on your particular task or project. I look forward to earning your business!

Recommended by85%of homeowners
New Life Painting
4.9(
75
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms

Serving Capitola, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Timely .Repainted house , deck and deck stain and gate prepped and painted 5 days. Team worked well together , professional. I am very happy with the job."
Response time1 day
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Transformational Color
4.9(
12
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Capitola, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

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

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Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Painting FAQs, answered by experts

Yes, staining or sealing a cedar deck or fence is highly recommended to extend its lifespan, typically by five to 10 years. While cedar is naturally resistant to mold and mildew, it can still fall victim to moisture, sun exposure, and rot over time. Applying a treatment creates a protective shield that helps prevent splintering, fading, and decay, preserving the wood's strength and appearance. A combination stain and sealer often provides the best protection, as it soaks into the wood grain rather than just sitting on top. This offers superior defense against UV damage and rot and lasts longer than a sealer alone. To maintain the wood's natural look, consider using a near-translucent stain. You should plan to reapply the stain or sealer every two to three years.

Pricing depends on prep work, paint/stain choice, area size, scaffolding needs, and detailed trim inclusions like precision-balanced windowsills.

Overall costs depend on the fence height and length, prep work required, and labor if hiring professionals, ranging between $1 and $4 per square foot.

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.

While power washing isn't a requirement before you stain a fence, it can make the job much easier and faster while reducing manual labor requirements. The stain will not work if the wood is full of dirt and dust, so power washing, sometimes called pressure washing, is a fast and effective way to prepare the wood for staining. Remember that you need to stain or repaint relatively soon after the wood has dried so that there isn’t time for dust and dirt to build up again. 

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