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Avatar for Jose's Painting
Jose's Painting
4.9(
108
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+4 more

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Jose’s Painting team were very professional and delivered! I appreciated Jose for being prompt for the walk through. Also he did a good job sizing up the work and giving me a work schedule. The team followed through on the work and did an excellent job. Once we agreed on the work plan, they stuck to it. Each day they arrived to work early and went straight to work. At the end of each day they cleaned up and put away their tools and paint. They were very respectful of our property and complied with special requests we had. The painting was very good!!! They did excellent Prep work on my home, which is wood and has wrought Iron work, which made the house look like new. The wrought iron is smooth and looks like new. The work on the wood was well done, there was quite a bit of exposed wood, but they took the time to address all of it and made it look new. The interior was well done again, the extra time spent prepping was key for a terrific finished look. I have a few more projects coming up and I would definitely call them back."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Assurance Painting, Inc.
5.0(
36
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+2 more

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From start to finish Francisco & every member of his team were amazing. On time, professional, great communication & meticulous in their work. We have had a tough history with finding painting contractors who take pride in their work & do a beautiful job. This company is top notch. Hands down the best & the neatest painting company we ve ever worked with. Our home is lovely again. We would definitely use them for any additional painting needs!!"
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+58

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Affordable Painting Company and Design
Affordable Painting Company and Design
4.9(
50
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Surfaces - Paint or Stain- For Business

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great follow through and communication. Great work...had a garage door painted. The work was flawless. Not a drop of paint out of place. They are locals (Goleta) and have been doing this work for a long time so they are experienced."
Response time10 hrs
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Rodriguez Paint & Finish, Inc
Rodriguez Paint & Finish, Inc
5.0(
22
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+3 more

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rodriguez Paint and Finish came in and took a six year old paint job with a bunch of holes from different picture frame changes, peeling paint, incomplete patches, and two different colors as there was a decorative border and turned it into a dream room. I love dark colors and we got a accent wall with a dark color while the other color was a light paint, they complemented each perfectly. He was able to finish the job in a timely manner and provided us the extra paint for later touch ups(we have small children and things happen). I am very happy with the job and look forward to using the company for future projects."
finished product
cabinets and closets
interior repaint
exterior
interior painting

+236

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Avatar for Straight Lines Painting
Straight Lines Painting
5.0(
12
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+2 more

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Kevin to paint two interior bedrooms while I was away on an international vacation, and he did an amazing job! From the beginning he offered highly competitive prices and clear communication that made it easy to set a date and time to have the work completed. Kevin stayed in touch and was highly responsive throughout the whole project, which took a lot of weight off my chest. The work was done to a high quality standard. I will definitely be calling him again for my painting needs"
Front Door
HVLP Sprayed polyurethane
Ornate decorative plants and birds
Exterior house repaint
Exterior house repaint

+14

Response time2 days
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Sanjuan Painting
5.0(
22
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+2 more

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Sanjuan painting provides high quality, attention to detail, and fair prices. Lencho was always on time, flexible, and responsive to all of our communications and requests. I recommend Sanjuan painting for both interior and exterior painting. We are very pleased with their work!"
Mesa area
Ext painting
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+161

Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hic Quality Painting
5.0(
16
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+4 more

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Angel & his team did a great job on a very big & challenging project! They showed up every day, on time, & worked very hard. His pricing is very competitive & he’s a great guy! I’ll always go to Angel for all of my painting needs!"
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - exterior
Painting - exterior
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - exterior project

+45

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by42%of homeowners
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Interior Painting questions, answered by experts

If the lead paint is in a place that is not easily disturbed and is not flaking or deteriorating, you do not necessarily need to remove it. Lead is toxic when dust particles or flakes from peeling lead paint are ingested. If people are not in the area with the lead paint, it may be safe to leave it in place. You still may want to consider encapsulation with a paint formulated for covering lead-based paint, just for an added layer of protection.

First off, take a breath. The good news is that interior paint, especially when used outside, won’t harm your health. The bad news is that you’re going to have to reapply the proper exterior paint at some point in the not-so-distant future. Otherwise the current coat will chip, crack, and fade, or worse, develop mold or an insect infestation without remediation.

One of the most significant benefits of hiring a professional painter is that they complete the task faster and better. Generally, it takes about a day to paint a room, depending on dry time. If you're painting your entire house or the exterior of your home, that's a lot of time spent with a paintbrush in hand. Outsourcing this project to a painting pro will save you countless hours.

Other benefits of hiring a professional painter include:

  • Quality experience with painting 

  • Assistance with choosing colors

  • Using the right tools for the job

  • Extensive product knowledge

Pressure washing is the best way to remove paint that’s already peeling from certain types of vinyl and aluminum siding and some masonry. However, if the paint is largely intact and not yet peeling, or if your siding material can’t withstand the pressure, you may need to use other methods, such as chemical paint strippers, a heat gun, a paint scraper, or sanding.

Yes, you can paint over old exterior paint, but success depends on the condition of the existing paint and proper surface preparation. If the previous coating is in good shape (not cracked, peeling, or flaky), you can paint over it with less prep work. However, for the most durable and professional-looking results, follow these key preparation steps:

  • Clean the Surface: Thoroughly clean the exterior to remove all dirt, grime, and mildew. A pressure washer can be very effective for this.

  • Scrape and Sand: If the old paint is peeling, cracked, or flaky, you must scrape off all loose paint. After scraping, sand the surface to create a smooth, even base for the new paint. Sanding is especially important for wood siding.

  • Apply Primer: Using a quality exterior primer is highly recommended. It ensures the new paint adheres properly, improves durability, and provides a uniform finish. If you are painting a lighter color over a dark one, a tinted primer will help cover the old color more effectively.

Some brands offer paint-and-primer-in-one products for convenience. Taking the time to prepare the surface properly will not only increase your home's curb appeal but also help protect your siding and extend its life.

The Montecito, CA homeowners’ guide to interior painting services

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