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Avatar for Rolling Painting Co.

Rolling Painting Co.

5.00(
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Rolling Painting Co.

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
38 local quotes requested

*We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in painting services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"The team Rolling Painting did a fantastic job of doing the stucco repair and touch up paint. They were on time and did excellent work. I would definitely use them again."

Darren S on July 2025

*We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in painting services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"The team Rolling Painting did a fantastic job of doing the stucco repair and touch up paint. They were on time and did excellent work. I would definitely use them again."

Darren S on July 2025


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USCA Painting

5.00(
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USCA Painting

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
155 local quotes requested

Hi This is Ben from USCA Painting I will paint your house or office for interior and exterior painting. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Professional job. I’m happy with it."

Dawn T on February 2025

Hi This is Ben from USCA Painting I will paint your house or office for interior and exterior painting. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Professional job. I’m happy with it."

Dawn T on February 2025


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Suprema Painting

4.93(
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Suprema Painting

4.93(
15
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Customers say: Quick response
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"This highly responsive, flexible, hard-working and service-oriented crew delivers quality work in rapid-fire time. Suprema will definitely remain my go-to for future home painting work. "

Ellyce R on March 2025

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"This highly responsive, flexible, hard-working and service-oriented crew delivers quality work in rapid-fire time. Suprema will definitely remain my go-to for future home painting work. "

Ellyce R on March 2025


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The Paint King

5.00(
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The Paint King

5.00(
14
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Customers say: Quality work
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"John and his crew were very professional and service oriented. They paid particular attention protecting floors and furniture. There courteous manner and patience was exceptional. A very good experience."

Malcolm H on November 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"John and his crew were very professional and service oriented. They paid particular attention protecting floors and furniture. There courteous manner and patience was exceptional. A very good experience."

Malcolm H on November 2025


"Dream painting painted the exterior of my home. Jesus and John were very nice"

Laurren M on October 2025

Dream Painting is the number one integrated professional group consisting of professional painters with 20 years of experience, communication experts with experience in interior design, advertising, & multimedia. We guarantee your satisfaction!

"Dream painting painted the exterior of my home. Jesus and John were very nice"

Laurren M on October 2025


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IM Painting, Inc.

4.59(
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IM Painting, Inc.

4.59(
256
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Customers say: Quick response
51 local quotes requested
37 years of experience

IM Painting, Inc. A "Quality promised and delivered" With over 242 Satisfied Home Advisor Customers, We are a Southern California full service painting company specializes in custom interior and full exterior painting as well as Kitchen Cabinet refinishing. We are a proud member in good standing with the Painting Decorating Contractors of America (PDCA) and participates in continued education as part of their Accredited Contractor program. Each job is supervised by one of our painting foreman. IM Painting employees are craftsmen who are proud of the work they perform. Many of our employees have been with us for years. We are familiar with the many different kinds of paints and materials being manufactured and are able to make the proper material recommendation. We pay close attention to all the details. We know that that is not just a painting project to you this is your home, your space, where you live

"Their entire crew was great.Their quality of workmanship was wonderful and the desire of everyone involved was to please us in every asprct of the job, putting forth an extra effort in every area of the job. I would highly recommend them without question ."

Jim L on May 2023

IM Painting, Inc. A "Quality promised and delivered" With over 242 Satisfied Home Advisor Customers, We are a Southern California full service painting company specializes in custom interior and full exterior painting as well as Kitchen Cabinet refinishing. We are a proud member in good standing with the Painting Decorating Contractors of America (PDCA) and participates in continued education as part of their Accredited Contractor program. Each job is supervised by one of our painting foreman. IM Painting employees are craftsmen who are proud of the work they perform. Many of our employees have been with us for years. We are familiar with the many different kinds of paints and materials being manufactured and are able to make the proper material recommendation. We pay close attention to all the details. We know that that is not just a painting project to you this is your home, your space, where you live

"Their entire crew was great.Their quality of workmanship was wonderful and the desire of everyone involved was to please us in every asprct of the job, putting forth an extra effort in every area of the job. I would highly recommend them without question ."

Jim L on May 2023


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Diamond Painting O C, Inc.

4.66(
85
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Diamond Painting O C, Inc.

4.66(
85
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
36 local quotes requested

With over 30 years of painting experience and management skills Diamond Painting OC., is your one stop painting shop. I started as a painting helper and moved in to an estimator now as an owner of a painting company I found out that I have great talent in the painting field. The important rules that I follow and train my employees are, always to be on time with the best working attitude. Secondly we take care of your home and your properties like is ours. Third thing is to do best prep work before finishing with an A+ grade paint job, and also the most important thing to me is the promises that I make with the customers .The motto word is Real deal for real people. From my first customer to now over 1000 satisfied customer under my belt. I truly gained the responsibility and knowledge of what it takes to run an A+ Plus grade painting crew. You'll never be disappointed. Give Diamond Painting, a call! * WE CAN NOT GIVE YOU AN ESTIMATE OVER THE PHONE FOR ACCURATE PRICING*

"Super trustworthy, always on time and lexcellent quality work"

Robin H on September 2024

With over 30 years of painting experience and management skills Diamond Painting OC., is your one stop painting shop. I started as a painting helper and moved in to an estimator now as an owner of a painting company I found out that I have great talent in the painting field. The important rules that I follow and train my employees are, always to be on time with the best working attitude. Secondly we take care of your home and your properties like is ours. Third thing is to do best prep work before finishing with an A+ grade paint job, and also the most important thing to me is the promises that I make with the customers .The motto word is Real deal for real people. From my first customer to now over 1000 satisfied customer under my belt. I truly gained the responsibility and knowledge of what it takes to run an A+ Plus grade painting crew. You'll never be disappointed. Give Diamond Painting, a call! * WE CAN NOT GIVE YOU AN ESTIMATE OVER THE PHONE FOR ACCURATE PRICING*

"Super trustworthy, always on time and lexcellent quality work"

Robin H on September 2024


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Rick Jamison Painting

4.97(
239
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Rick Jamison Painting

4.97(
239
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
201 local quotes requested

We are a family run company and have been in business since 1978. We do high quality work add a moderate price. What we guarantee is the quality of our work. We are not happy unless you're happy. We generate 80% of our business from referrals either from past clients or other trade professionals. A business that generates repeat business and referrals is a sign that they provide quality service. We service all Orange and Los Angeles county areas. Additional email - [email protected].

"Great work!"

Al S on July 2025

We are a family run company and have been in business since 1978. We do high quality work add a moderate price. What we guarantee is the quality of our work. We are not happy unless you're happy. We generate 80% of our business from referrals either from past clients or other trade professionals. A business that generates repeat business and referrals is a sign that they provide quality service. We service all Orange and Los Angeles county areas. Additional email - [email protected].

"Great work!"

Al S on July 2025


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J & J Painting & Decorating

4.83(
218
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J & J Painting & Decorating

4.83(
218
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
49 local quotes requested

Bringing spaces to life with quality craftsmanship and personalized service since 1981. Your vision, our expertise. We paint, decorate, and finish residential and commercial spaces—inside and out—with precision and style. Call (714) 895-1801 or email [email protected] to schedule a free estimate.

"This company has painted our house twice and I cannot recommend them highly enough. Joon and his crew are punctual, courteous and hardworking. They do an excellent job and clean up afterward so that you hardly know that they were there. Their prices are also very reasonable."

Cliff M on November 2020

Bringing spaces to life with quality craftsmanship and personalized service since 1981. Your vision, our expertise. We paint, decorate, and finish residential and commercial spaces—inside and out—with precision and style. Call (714) 895-1801 or email [email protected] to schedule a free estimate.

"This company has painted our house twice and I cannot recommend them highly enough. Joon and his crew are punctual, courteous and hardworking. They do an excellent job and clean up afterward so that you hardly know that they were there. Their prices are also very reasonable."

Cliff M on November 2020


"We hired them to do drywall repair and a complete interior house painting. We were so pleased with their communication, the way they prepped each area of the home, the way they cared for all of our furniture and put in back in place, and the way they maintained their schedule. They did a beautiful job throughout the home and kept to schedule! It's never easy to disrupt the entire interior of your home while you're living in it, but they made this process as painless as possible and we were thrilled with the results!"

Crystal T on September 2025

Custom Painting & Decoration Inc’s. Mission is to ensure high quality service along with exceptional client dedication. We aim to provide a sincere and pleasant experience when trusting us with new projects. Your walls. Our care. 

"We hired them to do drywall repair and a complete interior house painting. We were so pleased with their communication, the way they prepped each area of the home, the way they cared for all of our furniture and put in back in place, and the way they maintained their schedule. They did a beautiful job throughout the home and kept to schedule! It's never easy to disrupt the entire interior of your home while you're living in it, but they made this process as painless as possible and we were thrilled with the results!"

Crystal T on September 2025

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Exterior Painting questions, answered by experts

While paint drying smoothly on a wall is ideal, a can full of dry paint is not. To open a can of dry paint, you’ll need a tool with a sharp edge, such as a utility knife or a box cutter. Take your tool and score the area where the lid meets the can to break through the dried-up paint. Then, use a paint can opener or a flathead screwdriver to pry the lid open and check the state of the contents. For smaller cans with plastic lids, you can run the top under hot water to loosen the lid. 

One gallon of paint can usually cover up to 400 square feet. Therefore, painting a one- or two-car garage door typically requires one gallon of paint, which should give you enough for the two to three coats experts recommend for this job. However, if you're painting a lighter color over a darker color, you might need more. Using primer can decrease the total number of coats of paint you need.

Aside from the primer and paint choice, consider other cost factors that can impact the overall price of your interior painting project. For example, the following items are likely to increase the cost of your project:

  • Moving furniture

  • Accent walls

  • Textured walls

  • High walls

  • Stairways or stairwells

  • Wall repairs

  • Time of year

  • Lead or asbestos testing

A finishing layer is an important step in the staining process. A top coat helps make a stain last longer by protecting it from spills, scratches, and natural weathering.

A lacquer finish is thin, fast-drying, and best used for cabinets, molding, and trim. It’s not recommended for outdoor furniture. Another option is varnish, which has a glossy finish with a protective film and is often used on outdoor wood objects. Polyurethane, known as “liquid plastic,” dries quickly but doesn’t hold up well in the heat. Lastly, a shellac finish adds a warm tint to wood but is affected by heat.

You can paint over wallpaper, but it’s not usually recommended, especially if the wallpaper underneath is textured or dirty. If you do decide to paint your wallpaper, make sure it’s in good condition and clean it very well. Make sure all corners and edges of wallpaper are glued down before you paint, as well.

The Rancho Santa Margarita, CA homeowners’ guide to exterior painting services

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