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CertaPro Painters of Berkeley

Exterior Painting, Interior Painting, Deck Maintenance,

About us

We are your locally owned and operated, full-service painting contractors - providing the highest quality work, best value and most professional painting service in the East Bay since 2004. We pride ourselves on our customer service and the quality of our work. We will show up on time, leave the work area clean and tidy everyday, and keep you informed on our progress. Whether we paint one room or your entire house, our goal is to provide you with a trouble free painting experience and lasting results. Our painting process is designed to provide you with the best possible painting experience for your home or business. First, we will provide you with a detailed, itemized estimate for your project. We can optionally provide the services of a professional paint color consultant if you wish. Every project is carefully managed to ensure the painting process goes as smoothly as possible and is completed to specification and on schedule. Our painters are courteous, professional and regularly trained to ensure safe working practices. We will leave the work area organized and uncluttered at the end of each day. And we will keep you informed on our progress throughout. Serving Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, Alameda, Walnut Creek, El Cerrito, San Pablo, Hercules, Lafayette, Orinda, Moraga, Piedmont, Montclair, Albany, Kensington, Pinole, Pleasant Hill, Alamo and surrounding areas. Fully licensed, bonded and insured. EPA lead-safe certified.

Business highlights

Se habla espanol

Services we offer

Interior Painting, Exterior Painting, House Painting, Commercial Painting, Industrial Painting, Interior & Exterior Painting, Epoxy Coatings, Cabinet Refinishing, Stain/Sealants, Power Washing, Drywall Repair, Acoustic Ceiling Removal, Lead Safe Painting, Historical Home Painting, Professional Color Assistance

Services we don't offer

Wallpaper installation, Concrete stain/ painting, lead inspections, do not replace shingles, full plastering on walls, electrostatic paint, drywall installation, fire resistant coating/ firefree or intumescent paint, limewash, waterproofing, remove vinyl siding

Amenities

Eco Friendly Accreditations

Yes

Free Estimates

Yes

Warranties

Yes

Accepted Payment Methods

  • Check
  • CreditCard
Reviews
4.696 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
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Edward j jackson A.
Nov 2024
5.0
Exterior Painting
Yes, I recommend this pro
$18,000
Excellent Service, job well done.

Esteban S.
Feb 2024
5.0
Exterior Painting
Yes, I recommend this pro
Soumil and his team painted my home for sale on short notice and did an awesome job. Very professional, responsive and attention to detail. Thanks Soumil (CertaPro)
Response from CertaPro Painters of Berkeley

"Was a pleasure working together. Glad we were able to make all details work out in the short timeline. Hope to work together soon again."


James T.
Aug 2023
5.0
Exterior Painting
Yes, I recommend this pro
$15,350
Our experience with CertaPro was fantastic. We get compliments on our house from almost everyone that walks by. The quality of the prep work was top notch (on our 102 year old house, lots cracks and gaps to fix). Deon was a pleasure to work with and the painting crew was professional, answered all my questions and were skilled painters. I love the quality of the Duration paint we went with from Sherwin Williams. The color is saturated, deep and hopefully very long-lasting. I would definitely call CertaPro again.
Response from CertaPro Painters of Berkeley

"Thank you for taking the time to list your comments. Glad that you had a good experience. I wish you the best"


Bill M.
Aug 2020
1.0
Exterior Painting
Had a call from him, set up appointment, but no show and no response when left message on where he was!!
Response from CertaPro Painters of Berkeley

"Sorry for your bad experience. I think there may be a mix up, as we do not service the Marin area. There is a different branch that works in that area, with their own Angies List account."


Maya B.
Jun 2019
2.0
Exterior Painting
I submitted a quote request here on Angie's List for exterior house paint. CertaPro Berkeley owner contacted us within hours, to set up a time for estimator to come out. They then requested a time change, which we accommodated. Estimator arrived on time, we spent 45 minutes with them going over the project, then were told our estimate would be sent within a couple of days, but no later than that Sunday (3 days later). Here it is 8 days later and we've been ghosted! Totally forgotten. No quote, no follow up, nothing. What a waste of time both my husband and my time! They are officially off our list now. I have no tolerance for promises not kept.
Response from CertaPro Painters of Berkeley

"So sorry that you did not received the proposal. We typically send the proposals out within 24 -48 hours. I checked our system, looks like the proposal was written up on 6/8/19,with all details listed out. I wonder if maybe the email that was sent went into a junk mail folder. So sorry if this caused issues for you, this is not how we operate. We have had issues in the past with emails going to junk mail or not getting delivered. In the future, please give us a call if there is an issue, we can resolve quickly in that manner Thank you"


Alana L.
Sep 2018
5.0
Exterior Painting
Yes, I recommend this pro
They were very professional.They were on time and very good about cleaning up each day. The results exceeded my expectations.The house looks amazing.My neighbors thought I put on new shingles and windows. They took off years of dirt wth the power wash and the cleaning of windows before painting. Their foreman Deon was very patient with all of our questions. I will continue to recommend them to friends and neighbors for years to come.
Response from CertaPro Painters of Berkeley

"Thank you for taking the time to post a review, and glad that you are happy with the results. The guys did a very nice job. It is not easy to work with older wood shingles, and the outcome looks great. Take care"


Khari L.
Mar 2018
5.0
Interior Painting
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000
After reaching out to CertaPro, they promptly messaged back and setup a date to come and review what needed to be done, totally around our schedule. When it was time for the actual job the team showed up and quickly prepped the room(s) that needed to worked on and fast forward 3 days we have a beautiful new feel to the house. There were no issues with the work done and they were meticulous in making sure that everything was done properly. Couldn’t be more happy with the service from start to finish. Definitely will have them out again for any interior painting and also highly recommend them.
Response from CertaPro Painters of Berkeley

"Great to hear that the work turned out exactly the way you liked. It was great working together."


Manisha P.
Jan 2018
5.0
Exterior Painting
Yes, I recommend this pro
$13,500
Soumil and his crew were top notch. Quotes were received in a timely fashion and the work met expectations of both the timeline and price. If we noticed something it was addressed immediately. Overall, one of the better experiences we've had working with contractors.

Kathleen B.
Nov 2017
5.0
Exterior Painting, Pressure Washing + 1 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,500
Excellent responsiveness and attention to detail by work crew, foreman, and project manager. Juan Diaz, our foreman, was always available for questions and specific directions on what was needed. Juan was wonderful throughout the project! The project manager kept us informed about the planned project start and what could cause delays. He gave me the name and phone of our foreman well in advance of the project. Overall he was responsive and organized with very good planning skills. Our initial contact and discussion with the owner was professional and helpful. He was prompt to the appointment and offered to include all details we wanted. He gave directions on types of paint products so we were better informed on paint selection. The contract was inclusive and reasonably priced. Excellent work overall. Thank you.

Cherie H.
Oct 2017
5.0
Interior Painting, Plaster
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000
The painters were very meticulous. I would recommend them to anyone that has a very high quality job.

John S.
Sep 2017
5.0
Exterior Painting, Interior Painting + 1 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$15,000
I was VERY pleased with the CertaPro Painters (Berkeley) team - from Kevin (the sales guy who came out to scope the work and provide a quote), to Deon (Production Manager), Hieme (foreman), and the guys who did the prep, painting, and carpentry work that was required. They were easy to work with and professional, and the quality of work was really good. I particularly appreciated how flexible and open they were to my requests as the project progressed - no attitude or unnecessary complexity. I would work with them again and recommend them.

Annette L.
Sep 2017
1.0
Exterior Painting, Deck Maintenance
They said they were going to call me the first week of September to set up an appointment. They never called.

Dennis A.
May 2017
5.0
Exterior Painting
Yes, I recommend this pro
$12,000
The experience with CertaPro was perfect. They took a lot of time to make a careful bid, which was a bit lower than their competitors. They scheduled the work promptly, but were responsive to our request for a schedule change. The crew was very careful and professional, and communication was good. When we panicked for a moment that we might have chosen the wrong colors, Certa Pro was very responsive and understanding and paused the work. The whole experience was fantastic.

Will B.
May 2017
2.0
Interior Painting
$1,100
After several emails back and forth about the scope of work, they decided my location areas too far for the job. I searched for deals in my area and they came up. Also the address was in the first email. I am on a deadline as I have household goods on the way in a big move and they waisted 3 days with a slow wishy wash response. Thankfully, Angie List was helpful in getting a refund.
Response from CertaPro Painters of Berkeley

"Sorry to hear that you did not have a good experience. We try our best to provide the best service possible. Allow me to respond to your comments. I am a small business, and these adverse reviews negatively affect our business, as I work very hard at retaining our exemplary ratings. You had purchased a deal on Angie's List for 2 painters for 1 day, and had asked me to paint the entire interior of your 2700 ft' home, in 1 day. There is absolutely no way that 2 guys can paint the full interior of a home in 1 day, thus this is what I had directed our conversation towards. Yes, I should have looked at the address, but the bigger issue in my mind was the size of the home/scope of work, and the budget that you had. You mention it took 3 days to receive a slow wishy wash response. Here is the exact play by play of our conversations: I received your first notice the morning of 4/27. I wrote you an email on 4/27 (the same day) at 3:54 pm. I emailed you back a few times about the scope of work and to verify the pricing, and noticed that your home was in Discovery Bay, when I emailed you that we do not work there, this was on 4/28 at 653pm. This Is about 24 hours from the first time that you contacted me, not the 3 days that you mention above. As for the refund from Angies List - I try to list all details on the purchase that you made, which clearly states that you purchased 2 painters for 1 day. You mentioned that I "decided' that your home was too far away, where it is clearly stated in my profile our work area. Our office is based in Oakland. Again, I am sorry that we were not able to help out in this situation. You are of course entitled to your comments, however I would appreciate if you could provide accurate details of the transaction, and take the time to read the information on the contract that you signed and the company profile for the company that you contracted with."


Pamela H.
Jan 2017
5.0
Interior Painting, Woodworking
Yes, I recommend this pro
We've used the Berkeley-area CertaPro guys twice now: kitchen, dining room, master bath, and some exterior work. We're big fans. Soumil (the owner of the franchise) is a friendly and very responsive and accommodating fellow. The two crews we've had do the work were both great. Our last round of work was done by Jeronimo and Manny, two wonderful guys: punctual, careful craftsmen--and very nice to boot. Prices seem competitive. We'll definitely call on CertaPro again in the future!
Response from CertaPro Painters of Berkeley

"Thank you for taking the time to let us know how things went. It was a pleasure working together, and look forward to hearing from you again."


Mark P.
Sep 2016
4.0
Exterior Painting, Interior Painting
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200
It was good. The only reason I am not giving them an excellent score is because after they left I noticed a smudge of paint was left on my window frame.
Response from CertaPro Painters of Berkeley

"So sorry for area that was not tended to. Lets schedule a time for the guys to come back to take care of this. The job is not done until you are 100% satisfied."


Willie and Jean R.
Jul 2016
5.0
Exterior Painting
Yes, I recommend this pro
$9,200
Certa Pro sales rep Kevin Carter was great in explaining their work, providing a quote quickly, and helped with paint color selection. Their contract was very thorough with everything itemized and the preparation and painting process detailed. They provide proof of insurance coverage, warranty, and references. Their price was not the cheapest but very competitive and very fair for the work they did. Their crew did a great job, were very courteous, cleaned up every day. We are very happy with the result and our house looks great!
Response from CertaPro Painters of Berkeley

"I appreciate the business and your comments. Thank you for everything. I am glad that you received a top notch product and a great experience. We work ho*** ** every job and every customer to ensure 100% satisfaction. Thank you"


Suzanne M.
Jul 2016
5.0
Deck Maintenance
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000
Perfectly! Soumil from CertaPro in Berkeley was responsive, reliable, and did a great job!
Response from CertaPro Painters of Berkeley

"Thank you for your comments and for the business. Let me know if I Can help with anything in the future."


Jann N.
Jul 2016
5.0
Exterior Painting
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown
Response from CertaPro Painters of Berkeley

"Thank you for everything."


Axella S.
Jul 2016
5.0
Interior Painting
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,800
They were fantastic. Always on time and very polite.
Response from CertaPro Painters of Berkeley

"Great to hear that you are 100% satisfied with all work. The guys did a very nice job. Always takes extra time to work inside a home, to make sure that not only is the quality of work excellent, but we minimize hassle to your family."


David P.
Jun 2016
5.0
Exterior Painting, Contractor Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown
Response from CertaPro Painters of Berkeley

"Appreciate the repeat business. Thank you for everything."


David K.
Jun 2016
5.0
Exterior Painting
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,500
unknown

BILL S.
Nov 2015
5.0
Exterior Painting
Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,280
unknown
Response from CertaPro Painters of Berkeley

"Thank you for the business and for the review. The work came out very nicely, the guys did a nice job. There was a good amount of preparation needed, and given the amount of potential lead based paint, the guys did a very nice job in taping ground areas and windows to contain all paint chips. Thank you"


Peter W.
Nov 2015
5.0
Exterior Painting, Interior Painting
Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,500
unknown
Response from CertaPro Painters of Berkeley

"Thank you for the feedback. The guys worked hard on the work at your home, and the results look great. Sorry about the mis-communication about the doors. Typically, interior of doors and windows would be considered part of the interior painting work. So if you were to paint the entry and living room interior, we would paint the inside of that door and so forth. As for the primers, we like to fully prime all surfaces before applying paint. We do tint the color of the primer, but in actuality, the color itself does not matter as we are priming for protection, not for the actual color. We apply 2 coats of paint, so coverage is not an issue. Thank you for bringing up your concerns, I will note them and make changes in the future. Take care"


Kevin M.
Nov 2015
5.0
Exterior Painting, Interior Painting
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,200
Overall, excellent experience. Timely with proposal. Competitive price.  Work was done in a professional manner with attention to detail. workers were punctual, polite and respectful of the household.
Response from CertaPro Painters of Berkeley

"Great to hear your experience was positive. Your type of home requires extensive preparation and a touch of class to provide a quality finish. I am glad that you are happy with all results. Thank you for everything."

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Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number

837312

Trade License Locale

CA

Trade License Authority

California Contractors State License Board

Trade License Expiration

06/30/2023

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FAQ

CertaPro Painters of Berkeley is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed
CertaPro Painters of Berkeley accepts the following forms of payment: Check, CreditCard
Yes, CertaPro Painters of Berkeley offers free project estimates.
Yes, CertaPro Painters of Berkeley offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, CertaPro Painters of Berkeley does not offer a senior discount.
No, CertaPro Painters of Berkeley does not offer emergency services.
Yes, CertaPro Painters of Berkeley offers warranties.
CertaPro Painters of Berkeley offers the following services: Interior Painting, Exterior Painting, House Painting, Commercial Painting, Industrial Painting, Interior & Exterior Painting, Epoxy Coatings, Cabinet Refinishing, Stain/Sealants, Power Washing, Drywall Repair, Acoustic Ceiling Removal, Lead Safe Painting, Historical Home Painting, Professional Color Assistance
Wallpaper installation, Concrete stain/ painting, lead inspections, do not replace shingles, full plastering on walls, electrostatic paint, drywall installation, fire resistant coating/ firefree or intumescent paint, limewash, waterproofing, remove vinyl siding

Contact Information

1940 Union St, Oakland, CA 94607

Service Hours

Sunday:Closed
Monday:8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:Closed
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