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Top-Rated Painters in Orange County - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Rick Jamison Painting
Rick Jamison Painting
5.0(
249
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Orange County, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Sometimes, when a company makes a mistake you find out if that company stands behind their work and if they are made up of people with integrity. Back in April 2021, I called the company that installed my beautiful cedar wood garage doors to recommend someone to restain them. I trust the garage door company because they did a spectacular job installing the custom doors. He recommended Rick Jamison Painting (RJP), who has good Yelp reviews. Rick came right out right away and gave me a quote. Once the pricing was set, we made an appointment for his workers to do the job. But, not long after, I was scratching my head as the doors were looking dry and brittle. Rick came back out and determined that another coat would solve the problem. I had to pay more, but I didn't care because I really wanted my doors to look nice. After the second time they stained it, which was in June, OMG, the stain started to bubble. Feeling really confused and somewhat angry, I almost wanted to cry . So, Rick sent his son out to look at it. They came back out at the end of August and completely fixed everything. Now my garage doors look brand new again! RJP will have my business to maintain the doors from now on. I love my garage doors; they are beautiful. They look brand new! Best of all, I can honestly tell my neighbors and friends whom to use to stain and refinish their wood garage doors, because RJP absolutely stood behind their work. P.S. Two neighbors on my street came up to me and said the guys who did my doors were artists. They asked for their numbers."
Custom Garage Door Tustin, Ca.
Finished Kitchen
Finished Dining Room
Stained Handrailing
Exterior Home Painting

+20

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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SoCal Painting Done Right, Inc.
5.0(
29
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+7 more

Serving Orange County, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Diego was fantastic with the job from start to finish. He went above and beyond, including offering to paint my home on a day he was planning to take off, going to different paint store locations to get the right match, upgrading the paint quality, and sending me updates of progress throughout the day. Couldn't have asked for a better outcome of the paint job itself. Would 100% use again and recommend to anyone looking for quality, affordable painting services."
Wallpaper removal & closet upgrade
Interior repaint for resale or rental
Exterior varnish renovation.
Wrought iron table and chairs
Painting - Exterior Project

+36

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Custom Painting & Decorating, Inc.
Custom Painting & Decorating, Inc.
5.0(
22
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms

Serving Orange County, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a fantastic experience with Custom Painting and Decorating Inc.! They were professional. Cesar provided a detailed quote immediately after reviewing the scope of work. Their pricing was the most competitive especially considering the quality of work. Cesar was very accommodating and promptly scheduled our job. The team did an excellent job with the painting. We are very happy with the results and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality, reliability, and affordability in their painting projects."

Specialty cabinet refinishing team
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Exterior painting
Remodeling - General Project
Great communication between team and assuring high expectations

+137

Response time2 days
Response rate99%
Recommended by71%of homeowners
Wizard Painting Inc
4.7(
37
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+7 more

Serving Orange County, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Francisco and his crew were fantastic! They painted our Master bedroom and bathroom which was a very difficult because they had to cover dark paint with white, but they were able to achieve the job to PERFECTION! Not only were they knowledgeable, professional and super skilled, they were also respectful, fair and kind. I plan to use them again and would highly recommend them for any type of painting job."
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+14

Response time1 day
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for FOREST PAINTING & REMODELING
FOREST PAINTING & REMODELING
5.0(
56
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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 Orange County, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Forest Painting did an exceptional job. Daniel's crew were professional and did an amazing job painting my home. My home looks refresh, new and beautiful. Daniel was there guiding me all the way and gave me options for me to decide. I am very happy with my newly painted home. Thanks to Daniel and his crew."
Exterior Repaint
Beautiful home in Newport Beach
Beautiful home in Newport Beach
Beautiful home in Newport Beach
Beautiful home in Newport Beach

+40

Response time11 hrs
Response rate94%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for James White Painting
James White Painting
4.7(
91
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Orange County, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The large paint crew came early and finished my one story house by 4pm. They painted the stucco, trim, siding and gates. The work was neat and professional, and the crew polite and cooperative. Jame's price was excellent and lower than the other two estimates I obtained. My house looks wonderful!!"
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+37

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Custom Painting & Decorating, Inc.
Custom Painting & Decorating, Inc.
4.7(
87
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Orange County, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired custom painting for fixing wall holes and painting my entire home. They did an amazing job. Very thorough, the painters were very accommodating to things that came up during the job. Overall, my experience was wonderful. Thumbs up!"
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Exterior Painting

+18

Response time8 hrs
Response rate91%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Painting FAQs, answered by experts

A cedar fence will actually last quite a long time even if you don’t treat it with stain. In fact, you can expect to get between 15 and 30 years out of an untreated cedar fence. However, if you want to preserve its color and extend its life, treat it with a combination stain and sealer every three to five years.

Yes, you can and should paint or stain pressure-treated wood to help prevent the boards from cracking. However, you must wait for the wood to dry out completely before applying any finish. Freshly treated wood can take weeks or even months to dry; a common recommendation is to wait three to six months. To check if the wood is ready, perform a simple water test: drip some water onto the surface. If the water beads up, the wood is still too wet and needs more time to dry. If the wood absorbs the water, it is dry enough to be painted or stained. You can proceed with building your deck or fence while the wood is still wet, but you will need to wait to apply the paint or stain.

Typically, a fence requires one to two coats of stain. The exact number can vary depending on the porosity of the wood. For specific guidance, it's best to check the manufacturer's instructions. After applying the first coat and letting it dry completely, you can assess the finish. If it appears patchy, uneven, or you want a more saturated color, a second coat is recommended. An extra coat can also help cover lap marks.

If you want to achieve a deeper, darker stain color, wait 5 to 10 minutes before wiping it off. However, wipe it off faster for a lighter tone. When wiping off the stain during this part of the process, be sure to work in the direction of the wood’s grain for best results.

Opt for an interior wood stain that is rated for your type of wood. Consider your personal style preferences as well as the overall use of the room when choosing a color. Remember, the color you see at the store may look different on your actual floors once applied. This is why if you have the chance, it’s helpful to test a few options on a scrap piece of wood in the room first. Once you narrow it down, you can test a small patch on an inconspicuous area in the room to see it on the actual floors.

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