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Avatar for Ortiz Quality Painting Services
Ortiz Quality Painting Services
4.8(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Saul and his crew did an excellent job painting the exterior of our house. They were clean, fast and paid attention to details. They power washed, repaired stucco, caulked all joints, masked, used drop clothes everywhere and painted stucco and trim. All painted lines were sharp and clean. They didn’t even damage any roof tiles. Couldn’t be happier and I highly recommend them."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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CG Pro Painting
5.0(
235
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cristian, Michael and their crew did a great job with our 4 unit HOA Building. It was a complete job, including siding, trim, decking, stucco, fencing and ironwork. The job was done to our complete satisfaction. We couldn't be happier as they did everything they said they'd do. Thank you CG Pro Painting."
Interior painting
Interior painting
Interior painting
Stairs
Exterior painting

+138

Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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The Painting Company, LLC
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I waited to do this review because I wanted to be objective about the job. The quality of the paint job in the end was very good. The sales person was great. Unfortunately, getting the painting done on the house was not so smooth. It was supposed to be about ten days, it lasted 15 days. The painters arrived late and left early. They blocked my driveway, painted the garage door that was supposed to be stained, left full trash bags in the side yard for days, kept telling me my house was the biggest house most complicated house they had ever painted and worked on their cars in my driveway and at the curb. I am sure I am missing something. The job was understaffed and about 40% more expensive than other quotes."
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Ocean Beach Exterior
Commercial Building Exterior
Garage Epoxy Flooring
Interior Painting

+121

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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King of the Painters Inc
4.7(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1975

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We were very pleased with the expertise and service from King of Painters.  Joey has an excellent eye for detail and his recommendations on colors and finishing detail was exceptional. They pay attention to detail and the entire project went so smoothly. We are very pleased with the new look and quality of work that went in to our home.  Very professional and we would recommend them highly!

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Recommended by89%of homeowners
The Painting Company, LLC
4.5(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nile Schmidt is a true professional. I had him paint the outside and inside of a rehab I purchased in late 2008. Almost 1 decade later and the paint job has held up very, very well as I had a contractor over recently who thought the work had been done in the last 2 years (prompting me to write this review). Nile is great and easy to work with and his team is prompt and meticulous. If you want quality work done in a timely fashion at a reasonable price, I can't recommend anyone better than Nile and The Painting Company!"
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Painting by Bello
4.9(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jorge is a perfectionist! Painted our entire home interior and twice stained our exterior deck. Super attention to detail and pointing out things I didnâ t even ask for. Kept exactly to his estimate. Knowledgeable about products and options. Pleasant to have in our home. Even cleaned our chandelier for us! I have already recommended Jorge Bello to friends, and will use his services again for sure."
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting

+156

Response time1 day
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

You’ll need to restrain your deck when you notice fading, cracking, peeling, or mold and mildew over a moderate to large area, or when it’s become especially difficult to clean. As for how often to stain a deck, plan to do it every two to three years or whenever you start to notice extended damage.

Whether to brush or roll stain on wood depends on the project and your preference. Brushing is ideal for smaller, intricate areas and offers more control over the application, ensuring thorough coverage and penetration into the wood's grain. 

Conversely, rolling is efficient for more extensive, flat surfaces and can save time. However, it is not always the best fit for textured or uneven wood. Some projects may benefit from combining both methods, using a brush for detail work and a roller for broader areas. Ultimately, the choice between brushing and rolling depends on the specific requirements of your staining project.

If you have wood decking, there are several common deck problems that you might encounter. For example, your natural wood boards may fade over time due to things like sunlight, weather, and debris. On top of that, some types of wood decking can rot, grow mold, and attract destructive pests—including termites, carpenter ants, and woodpeckers.

Whitewashing isn’t permanent, but it can last for a long, long time. When you apply it correctly or have a seasoned pro whitewash your brick, whitewashing can last for 20 to 30 years or longer. Whitewash is very durable and typically requires little maintenance, making it a great project for most DIYers.

You can use latex or acrylic paint outdoors. Although acrylic paint tends to last longer outside, it also costs more, so if you’re painting the outside of your house, for instance, latex paint is often a go-to option. However, acrylic will be your best choice if you want to spend some extra money for added durability.

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