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Avatar for Lugo Painting
Lugo Painting
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Lugo Painting
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
28 local quotes requested

Painting business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"I'm always a little nervous hiring a new contractor but I had a good feeling about Bryan and I could not be happier with how things turned out. We had some bedrooms painted and new baseboards installed, and also some drywall repair and everything looks great. They covered furniture and flooring well while they were working and were very professional."

Matt F on January 2025

Painting business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"I'm always a little nervous hiring a new contractor but I had a good feeling about Bryan and I could not be happier with how things turned out. We had some bedrooms painted and new baseboards installed, and also some drywall repair and everything looks great. They covered furniture and flooring well while they were working and were very professional."

Matt F on January 2025


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Craftsman Home Builders
270 PAUMA PL
4.33(
6
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Approved Pro
Craftsman Home Builders
270 PAUMA PL
4.33(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
281 local quotes requested
39 years of experience

"Craftsman Home Builders: Your Trusted Partner in Home Exterior Excellence For over 38 years, Craftsman Home Builders has proudly served the San Diego community, becoming a cornerstone in the local home improvement industry. Our mission is simple: to provide world-class service to every customer, ensuring that your home exterior projects are completed with the highest level of craftsmanship and care. As a fully licensed, bonded, and insured general contractor, we offer peace of mind knowing that your project is in the hands of professionals who are not only skilled but also reputable. We are proud to hold an A+ accreditation with the Better Business Bureau (BBB), a testament to our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction."

"I hired Craftsman Home Builders to Tex coat and Cool Wall the exterior of my home. l’m very happy with how my home looks! The workers took pride in their work and cleaned up after themselves. At the same time, I ordered some fire, ember screens from another company, and I was told by Craftsman Home Builders that they would go ahead and install them for me. The other company delayed the delivery of my screens by almost a month and a half. But, I was still assured that they would go ahead and install them when the screens arrived. When they were finally delivered, the workers came to install them. But the custom-made screens were the wrong size. Somewhere along the line, a measurement error had occurred. I was assured by Jordan, an officer of Craftsman Home Builders that the error was not on my end and that they would make good on their promise. I was told they would adjust the siding to accommodate the screens, or re-order the screens at their expense. Together, we problem solved and they were able to install the screens to my satisfaction in a very swift, and professional manner. I’m happy to recommend this company to anyone that wants good work done on their home."

Yoli B on May 2025

"Craftsman Home Builders: Your Trusted Partner in Home Exterior Excellence For over 38 years, Craftsman Home Builders has proudly served the San Diego community, becoming a cornerstone in the local home improvement industry. Our mission is simple: to provide world-class service to every customer, ensuring that your home exterior projects are completed with the highest level of craftsmanship and care. As a fully licensed, bonded, and insured general contractor, we offer peace of mind knowing that your project is in the hands of professionals who are not only skilled but also reputable. We are proud to hold an A+ accreditation with the Better Business Bureau (BBB), a testament to our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction."

"I hired Craftsman Home Builders to Tex coat and Cool Wall the exterior of my home. l’m very happy with how my home looks! The workers took pride in their work and cleaned up after themselves. At the same time, I ordered some fire, ember screens from another company, and I was told by Craftsman Home Builders that they would go ahead and install them for me. The other company delayed the delivery of my screens by almost a month and a half. But, I was still assured that they would go ahead and install them when the screens arrived. When they were finally delivered, the workers came to install them. But the custom-made screens were the wrong size. Somewhere along the line, a measurement error had occurred. I was assured by Jordan, an officer of Craftsman Home Builders that the error was not on my end and that they would make good on their promise. I was told they would adjust the siding to accommodate the screens, or re-order the screens at their expense. Together, we problem solved and they were able to install the screens to my satisfaction in a very swift, and professional manner. I’m happy to recommend this company to anyone that wants good work done on their home."

Yoli B on May 2025


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San Diego Home Painting
3533 Meade Ave
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
San Diego Home Painting
3533 Meade Ave
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
40 local quotes requested

While San Diego House Painting is a budding enterprise, our team, led by myself Rick and my brother Lalo, brings a wealth of experience garnered from years of dedicated work across San Diego. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to detail. We employ meticulous techniques such as drop cloths, paper, and plastic to prevent any stray paint splatters, coupled with daily site cleanups. We pride ourselves on recommending only the services you genuinely require, avoiding unnecessary upselling. Our primary goal is to ensure your utmost comfort as we embark on the journey of renovating and painting your home. We want you to feel completely at ease, as if you never left the cozy familiarity of your own space, throughout the process. Our pledge revolves around reliability, prompt responsiveness, complete transparency, and an unwavering dedication to perfection. It's the final stroke, the finishing finesse, and we specialize in delivering this touch with precision each time. Seeking that flawless finish for both interior and exterior surfaces? Rest assured, we not only aim to meet but to surpass your expectations. Choose San Diego House Painting for an unparalleled, professional painting experience.

"Lalo and his team were great. They quoted the job quickly and completed the job on time and on budget! They were flexible with our GC and were able to adjust to the schedules presented. I highly recommend San Diego Home Painting for bringing old cabinets into a new light!"

Bob W on August 2024

While San Diego House Painting is a budding enterprise, our team, led by myself Rick and my brother Lalo, brings a wealth of experience garnered from years of dedicated work across San Diego. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to detail. We employ meticulous techniques such as drop cloths, paper, and plastic to prevent any stray paint splatters, coupled with daily site cleanups. We pride ourselves on recommending only the services you genuinely require, avoiding unnecessary upselling. Our primary goal is to ensure your utmost comfort as we embark on the journey of renovating and painting your home. We want you to feel completely at ease, as if you never left the cozy familiarity of your own space, throughout the process. Our pledge revolves around reliability, prompt responsiveness, complete transparency, and an unwavering dedication to perfection. It's the final stroke, the finishing finesse, and we specialize in delivering this touch with precision each time. Seeking that flawless finish for both interior and exterior surfaces? Rest assured, we not only aim to meet but to surpass your expectations. Choose San Diego House Painting for an unparalleled, professional painting experience.

"Lalo and his team were great. They quoted the job quickly and completed the job on time and on budget! They were flexible with our GC and were able to adjust to the schedules presented. I highly recommend San Diego Home Painting for bringing old cabinets into a new light!"

Bob W on August 2024


Precision Painting Plus
402 West Broadway
4.44(
9
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Approved Pro
Precision Painting Plus
402 West Broadway
4.44(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
18 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Precision Painting Plus is a well-established painting company serving San Diego and the surrounding area. We’re known for our core company values: Premium Quality & Service, Honest Pricing, and On-Time Project Completion. Our team of local painters adhere to these values during each project to deliver an exceptional painting experience. Whether a residential or commercial property, our professional painters have the skillset to bring your vision to life. Reach out today to get a free, no-obligation estimate and see if we’re right for your painting project!

"Precision Painting Plus did a good job."

Tim S on December 2024

Precision Painting Plus is a well-established painting company serving San Diego and the surrounding area. We’re known for our core company values: Premium Quality & Service, Honest Pricing, and On-Time Project Completion. Our team of local painters adhere to these values during each project to deliver an exceptional painting experience. Whether a residential or commercial property, our professional painters have the skillset to bring your vision to life. Reach out today to get a free, no-obligation estimate and see if we’re right for your painting project!

"Precision Painting Plus did a good job."

Tim S on December 2024


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The Painting Company, LLC
9835 Carroll Centre Rd
4.66(
70
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Approved Pro
The Painting Company, LLC
9835 Carroll Centre Rd
4.66(
70
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
417 local quotes requested
8 years of experience

We are experienced residential and commercial painters, and we are proud to be in San Diego! We are experts in interior and exterior painting, and our team will provide top-notch customer service throughout the entire process. Visit our site, learn more about our painting process, and call us with any questions. We can't wait to meet you!

"Very professional from quote through project completion. The team was prepared on time and completed the job ahead of schedule. I would recommend and use them again."

Robert S on April 2025

We are experienced residential and commercial painters, and we are proud to be in San Diego! We are experts in interior and exterior painting, and our team will provide top-notch customer service throughout the entire process. Visit our site, learn more about our painting process, and call us with any questions. We can't wait to meet you!

"Very professional from quote through project completion. The team was prepared on time and completed the job ahead of schedule. I would recommend and use them again."

Robert S on April 2025


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MVP Painting
428 Auburn Ave
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
MVP Painting
428 Auburn Ave
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
70 local quotes requested

MVP Painting is a direct to client provider. Deal directly with our highly skilled, honest and knowledgeable painters from start to finish. Together we will paint your creative ideas into reality.

"Joshua and his crew were amazing! They showed up on time and their work was exceptional. I will be using MVP painting again in the next month or so."

Client Cynthia Bullock B on August 2024

MVP Painting is a direct to client provider. Deal directly with our highly skilled, honest and knowledgeable painters from start to finish. Together we will paint your creative ideas into reality.

"Joshua and his crew were amazing! They showed up on time and their work was exceptional. I will be using MVP painting again in the next month or so."

Client Cynthia Bullock B on August 2024


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Color Queen Paint Co.
Harmony Grove
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Color Queen Paint Co.
Harmony Grove
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
53 local quotes requested

Tessa Ostermann is our COLOR consultant! She is an artist and interior stylist who is enthusiastic about good design and will customize your experience to ensure that you maximize both style and property value.

"Great job and thank you again! Def no compromise on the details. What a difference!"

Willa R on February 2025

Tessa Ostermann is our COLOR consultant! She is an artist and interior stylist who is enthusiastic about good design and will customize your experience to ensure that you maximize both style and property value.

"Great job and thank you again! Def no compromise on the details. What a difference!"

Willa R on February 2025


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King of the Painters Inc
4155 Camino Alegre
4.69(
74
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Approved Pro
King of the Painters Inc
4155 Camino Alegre
4.69(
74
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
64 local quotes requested

King of the Painters, Inc. is the king of the painting jungle when it comes to interior and exterior projects. We perform both residential and commercial jobs of all sizes. Our services include simple re-painting of interior and exterior walls, basic and finished carpentry services, wall texturing, special wall surface effects (such as "marbelizing" and "faux finishes"), installation of recessed ceiling lights, all the way to drywall and acoustical ceiling repair. We also offer expert application of color glazes, specialty industrial coatings, including industrial enamels, epoxy and urethane coatings. Additional DBA - King Of The Painters. Additional email - [email protected].

"For anyone who needs a recommendation. King of Painters!!! We live in a log home outside of Julian that has never been finished the way it should until now. The quality work, people, and professionalism are as outstanding as their final product."

Shelagh A on November 2024

King of the Painters, Inc. is the king of the painting jungle when it comes to interior and exterior projects. We perform both residential and commercial jobs of all sizes. Our services include simple re-painting of interior and exterior walls, basic and finished carpentry services, wall texturing, special wall surface effects (such as "marbelizing" and "faux finishes"), installation of recessed ceiling lights, all the way to drywall and acoustical ceiling repair. We also offer expert application of color glazes, specialty industrial coatings, including industrial enamels, epoxy and urethane coatings. Additional DBA - King Of The Painters. Additional email - [email protected].

"For anyone who needs a recommendation. King of Painters!!! We live in a log home outside of Julian that has never been finished the way it should until now. The quality work, people, and professionalism are as outstanding as their final product."

Shelagh A on November 2024


Arce Painting
1820 Melrose Dr 212
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
Arce Painting
1820 Melrose Dr 212
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
38 local quotes requested
6 years of experience

25+ years of experience! Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

25+ years of experience! Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!


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Nobleman Painting
Based Out Of
5.00(
24
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Approved Pro
Nobleman Painting
Based Out Of
5.00(
24
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
102 local quotes requested

Painting is our specialty. Inside and outside the home. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"Excellent job! Tye and his crew did a top notch job, very detail oriented, high quality products and work, pro-active, on time, highly recommended!"

Sheila M on April 2025

Painting is our specialty. Inside and outside the home. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"Excellent job! Tye and his crew did a top notch job, very detail oriented, high quality products and work, pro-active, on time, highly recommended!"

Sheila M on April 2025

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FAQs for exterior painting projects in San Marcos, CA

You should paint your home exterior every five to 10 years, on average. Climate and surroundings can affect how well paint holds up. Wood siding will likely need a fresh coat of paint every three to seven years. Paint on brick tends to last about eight to 17 years, on average.

Calculate the square footage of the area you want to paint. Divide the square footage by 350 (the average square footage a gallon of paint covers). Multiply the number of gallons you need by two, as you’ll likely be applying two coats of paint. For a more accurate estimate, subtract the square footage of the windows and doors from the initial square footage total. It’s a good idea to plan for an extra gallon of paint to make sure you have enough to finish the job.

To calculate the square footage of a home exterior, painters multiply the length of the wall by the height of the wall to be painted. Then they add the total square footage for all of the walls to be painted. To calculate the price, they multiply the total square footage by their cost per square foot to prep and paint. Additional costs may factor in such as repairs, additional trim, and walls higher than the first story.

The cost to paint the exterior of a house ranges from $1,900 to $4,500 or about $1.50 to $4 per square foot, depending on the size, height, and complexity of the home layout. Other cost factors include your location, the type of siding (e.g., wood, aluminum, brick, stucco, etc.), and the kind of paint (e.g. oil-based, latex, acrylic, etc.). Painting the trim a different color or painting intricately designed trim can also increase the cost.

You should apply at least two coats of paint when painting the exterior of your house. Two coats of paint provides better durability and more even coverage than just one coat.

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