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"I donâ t often write reviews but was warranted in this instance. We have 3 rental properties and have dealt with a ton of contractors over the years, many have been inconsistent with communication, adhering to agreed upon time frames, and quality of work. Jonathan and his team are top notch. Got back soon after request, arrived on time, job was done quickly, efficiently, and with attention to detail. Very happy with quality of work. Would definitely recommend."

Rachel A on October 2024

REVIVAL PAINTING is a premiere full service contractor that operates out of Boulder Creek, CA. We pride ourselves on high quality work and precise attention to details. Call today!

"I donâ t often write reviews but was warranted in this instance. We have 3 rental properties and have dealt with a ton of contractors over the years, many have been inconsistent with communication, adhering to agreed upon time frames, and quality of work. Jonathan and his team are top notch. Got back soon after request, arrived on time, job was done quickly, efficiently, and with attention to detail. Very happy with quality of work. Would definitely recommend."

Rachel A on October 2024


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Pacific Coast Painting Co by Dean Whitehead

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Pacific Coast Painting Co by Dean Whitehead

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15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Pacific Coast Painting Co. we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

At Pacific Coast Painting Co. we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!


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Garvey Painting, Inc.

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Garvey Painting, Inc.

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 local quotes requested

Welcome to Brent Garvey Painting! If you are looking for a high quality painting company, you have come to the right place. We are a family owned and operated company with over 35 years of experience. We have been proudly serving the local Santa Cruz County, Los Gatos and Pebble Beach areas. We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give to every one of our clients to ensure that your project is unique! Complete exterior and Complete interiors only please *Saturday by Appointment Only*

"Another beautiful paint job delivered by Brent Garvey Painting! Outstanding attention to detail. Careful and thorough prep work. Quality products and excellent color matching to my very exacting requirements. An experienced crew of professional painters and a master carpenter arrived everyday on time and left a clean job site at days end. They were very personable and easy to work with. The siding on one side of my home needed to be replaced as a result of decades of sun, salt air, and being battered by winter storms for decades. The new work blends flawlessly with the old! This is the second time Brent Garvey and his crew of professionals have delivered a 5 star job for my home. The first time was 13 years ago. When it was time to repaint this year I didn't hesitate to call him to come back to do it again!"

Rebecca W on July 2024

Welcome to Brent Garvey Painting! If you are looking for a high quality painting company, you have come to the right place. We are a family owned and operated company with over 35 years of experience. We have been proudly serving the local Santa Cruz County, Los Gatos and Pebble Beach areas. We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give to every one of our clients to ensure that your project is unique! Complete exterior and Complete interiors only please *Saturday by Appointment Only*

"Another beautiful paint job delivered by Brent Garvey Painting! Outstanding attention to detail. Careful and thorough prep work. Quality products and excellent color matching to my very exacting requirements. An experienced crew of professional painters and a master carpenter arrived everyday on time and left a clean job site at days end. They were very personable and easy to work with. The siding on one side of my home needed to be replaced as a result of decades of sun, salt air, and being battered by winter storms for decades. The new work blends flawlessly with the old! This is the second time Brent Garvey and his crew of professionals have delivered a 5 star job for my home. The first time was 13 years ago. When it was time to repaint this year I didn't hesitate to call him to come back to do it again!"

Rebecca W on July 2024


"Wonderful! From the estimate of our job, paint choices, to the completion of our work. Communication was clear, job completed in a timely manner, the crew was exceptional, polite, courteous and good work ethic. (We lived in our home while the job was being completed and the crew respected us and our home.) The pricing was very competitive and we would use Diaz Professional Painting for all future painting needs. We highly recommend Felipe and his crew!"

Steve M on July 2024

We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Wonderful! From the estimate of our job, paint choices, to the completion of our work. Communication was clear, job completed in a timely manner, the crew was exceptional, polite, courteous and good work ethic. (We lived in our home while the job was being completed and the crew respected us and our home.) The pricing was very competitive and we would use Diaz Professional Painting for all future painting needs. We highly recommend Felipe and his crew!"

Steve M on July 2024


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Detail Pro Painting

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Detail Pro Painting

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
64 local quotes requested

Detail-Pro Painting is a complete painting service company, serving its costumers since 2005, with Interior & Exterior painting, cabinets, doors, casings, baseboards, crown moldings, power washing, fences, railings, trellises, staining, and much more...

"Manny is the best you can trust. He provides a high quality service in time. His team is nice, and they focus on details of painting. We're happy after the works done. Manny is honest, knowledgeable and professional you can have faith on him. I picked the right guy."

Minh N on March 2025

Detail-Pro Painting is a complete painting service company, serving its costumers since 2005, with Interior & Exterior painting, cabinets, doors, casings, baseboards, crown moldings, power washing, fences, railings, trellises, staining, and much more...

"Manny is the best you can trust. He provides a high quality service in time. His team is nice, and they focus on details of painting. We're happy after the works done. Manny is honest, knowledgeable and professional you can have faith on him. I picked the right guy."

Minh N on March 2025


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Watercolors

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Watercolors

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

Watercolors is a residential and commercial painting contractor and color consultation company specializing in the custom painting of your home or business, a fully licensed, bonded and insured local painting contractor providing home painting service throughout our community.

"Great results, got the job done faster than expected."

Casey M on August 2023

Watercolors is a residential and commercial painting contractor and color consultation company specializing in the custom painting of your home or business, a fully licensed, bonded and insured local painting contractor providing home painting service throughout our community.

"Great results, got the job done faster than expected."

Casey M on August 2023


"Patrick and his crew did a great job on our house. They started the job right doing a lot of prep work to ensure that the paint would last a long time. The crew working were meticulous, cleaned up carefully at the end of every day, and respectful. Neighbors commented about what a great job the crew were doing and how good the work looked. The final product looks great, and Patrick provided some good advice around color scheme to really make the most of the work being done."

James D on January 2025

All interior preparation and painting services All exterior preparation and painting services Power washing Small carpentry repairs

"Patrick and his crew did a great job on our house. They started the job right doing a lot of prep work to ensure that the paint would last a long time. The crew working were meticulous, cleaned up carefully at the end of every day, and respectful. Neighbors commented about what a great job the crew were doing and how good the work looked. The final product looks great, and Patrick provided some good advice around color scheme to really make the most of the work being done."

James D on January 2025


Melgar Painting

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Melgar Painting

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
45 local quotes requested

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. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"I found Melvin by chance after looking for several contractors to paint our townhome (prices were outrageous, between 17k-35k) to paint a 1800sq ft place with very high ceilings in places. Painting was very reasonable at about $9500 plus materials (at about $3000). Their quality of work patching holes big and small, making cracks on the wall look like it never happened, and their attention to detail was unmatched while painting baseboards, door trims, walls and ALL our cabinetry (bathrooms and kitchen). Melvin is a perfectionist! I have never been able to say that about any painter. I know that if you are reading this it will be hard for you to grasp how great this company is. But let me give you peace of mind: YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED. THEY HAVE LOADS of pictures of their work for reference. They also have the most awesome handyman (Josue) and the counter top guy (Marvin).. he was incredible and very skilled at refinishing 3 bathroom counter tops. They are very organized and clean up after themselves. I truly feel that I was the luckiest person to have found them and they turn my home into an absolute gem 💎. Please give them a chance. I know how stressful it can be, to be amidst selling your home plus finding the right people to give your place some upgrades. This company was an absolute great find."

Monica S on August 2024

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. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"I found Melvin by chance after looking for several contractors to paint our townhome (prices were outrageous, between 17k-35k) to paint a 1800sq ft place with very high ceilings in places. Painting was very reasonable at about $9500 plus materials (at about $3000). Their quality of work patching holes big and small, making cracks on the wall look like it never happened, and their attention to detail was unmatched while painting baseboards, door trims, walls and ALL our cabinetry (bathrooms and kitchen). Melvin is a perfectionist! I have never been able to say that about any painter. I know that if you are reading this it will be hard for you to grasp how great this company is. But let me give you peace of mind: YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED. THEY HAVE LOADS of pictures of their work for reference. They also have the most awesome handyman (Josue) and the counter top guy (Marvin).. he was incredible and very skilled at refinishing 3 bathroom counter tops. They are very organized and clean up after themselves. I truly feel that I was the luckiest person to have found them and they turn my home into an absolute gem 💎. Please give them a chance. I know how stressful it can be, to be amidst selling your home plus finding the right people to give your place some upgrades. This company was an absolute great find."

Monica S on August 2024


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Cal Painting Plus

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Cal Painting Plus

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Super Service Award
Customers say: Terrific value
10 local quotes requested
18 years of experience

Cal Painting Plus is locally owned and operated with a focus on providing the best product with an emphasis on quality customer service. We bring to every project a management team with over 15 years of experience in the residential and commercial painting industry. Our crews are familiar with every facet of interior and exterior painting and we ensure that every project has an assigned project manager to ensure that your expectations are exceeded. Your project manager will assist you with scheduling, color selection, and updates on your project.

"Had my exterior auto detail shop painted. They were “Johnny on the spot” when it came to punctuality. Finished ahead of schedule and pricing seemed fair. Not the cheapest in town, but the quality and customer service exceeded my expectations."

Jeremiah P on March 2025

Cal Painting Plus is locally owned and operated with a focus on providing the best product with an emphasis on quality customer service. We bring to every project a management team with over 15 years of experience in the residential and commercial painting industry. Our crews are familiar with every facet of interior and exterior painting and we ensure that every project has an assigned project manager to ensure that your expectations are exceeded. Your project manager will assist you with scheduling, color selection, and updates on your project.

"Had my exterior auto detail shop painted. They were “Johnny on the spot” when it came to punctuality. Finished ahead of schedule and pricing seemed fair. Not the cheapest in town, but the quality and customer service exceeded my expectations."

Jeremiah P on March 2025


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Simplify Painting

5.00(
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Simplify Painting

5.00(
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41 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

My Name is Diego and I own & operate Simplify Painting. We just finished up an Amazing Season of Painting all of our amazing homeowners who pick us for their painting projects. We are so grateful to be able to help all of the homeowners who choose us in helping to achieve their dream homes during this past spring! And..Now we are looking to have the opportunity to Paint Your Dream Home as well. So if you are interested in getting quote for that painting project you been wanting to get done. Make sure to Contact Us Today! Best Regards, Diego Rodriguez Simplify Painting Our Services Include: ✅ Cabinet Painting ✅ Interior Painting ✅ Exterior Painting Why choose us?⭐️ ✔️ Family Owned & Operated ✔️ 7+ Years of Experience ✔️ 1+ Year Labor Warranty ✔️ Fully Licensed & Insured ✔️ License number: #1087734 ✔️ Five-Star Reviews Across Google & Facebook ✔️ Top Quality Paints & Primers ✔️ 100% Free Estimates! So...What are you waiting for? Hit"Get Quote" down below for a Free Estimate!!

"Amazing work and worked with my budget my bedroom looks exactly how I wanted it. I definitely recommend!"

Eli C on January 2025

My Name is Diego and I own & operate Simplify Painting. We just finished up an Amazing Season of Painting all of our amazing homeowners who pick us for their painting projects. We are so grateful to be able to help all of the homeowners who choose us in helping to achieve their dream homes during this past spring! And..Now we are looking to have the opportunity to Paint Your Dream Home as well. So if you are interested in getting quote for that painting project you been wanting to get done. Make sure to Contact Us Today! Best Regards, Diego Rodriguez Simplify Painting Our Services Include: ✅ Cabinet Painting ✅ Interior Painting ✅ Exterior Painting Why choose us?⭐️ ✔️ Family Owned & Operated ✔️ 7+ Years of Experience ✔️ 1+ Year Labor Warranty ✔️ Fully Licensed & Insured ✔️ License number: #1087734 ✔️ Five-Star Reviews Across Google & Facebook ✔️ Top Quality Paints & Primers ✔️ 100% Free Estimates! So...What are you waiting for? Hit"Get Quote" down below for a Free Estimate!!

"Amazing work and worked with my budget my bedroom looks exactly how I wanted it. I definitely recommend!"

Eli C on January 2025

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Exterior Painting questions, answered by experts

It’s important to wait until the drywall is completely dry before painting the wall. This can take up to 24 hours. If you paint while the drywall is still wet, the paint could bubble, peel, or have trouble sticking to the wall. To speed up the drying process, you can turn on a fan, run a dehumidifier, or open windows.

You can paint over plaster, but repair any damage to the plaster first, or the paint will crack and bubble. You should also prepare the surface of the plaster to accept paint, which gives your paint job the best chance of looking good and lasting a long time. Before applying the color you want, apply a coat or two of primer. Additionally, use latex paint, and choose a latex paint with a satin finish for areas with dampness, like bathrooms.

You can paint over cracked paint, but only if you properly sand down the damaged areas. Once the surface is as smooth as you can get it, clean the walls and let them dry before applying a new coat of paint. Painting over cracked paint without sanding or cleaning beforehand will not cover up the cracks and may even make them look worse.

Bubbles can appear during painting for several reasons, but poor adhesion or trapped moisture are the most common. Painting over dirty, wet, or improperly prepared surfaces leads to air or moisture getting stuck under the paint layer. Using the wrong tools, applying paint too thickly, or working in extreme temperatures and humidity can also cause bubbling. In some cases, incompatible layers of old and new paint types, like latex over oil-based, create tension, leading to blisters and bubbles.

How long painted tiles last ultimately comes down to the quality of the paint job and how much wear and tear the tiles get. It’s possible the paint job will only last about six months if the tiles are in a high-traffic area and they weren’t properly cleaned, sanded, and primed prior to painting and sealing. Well-painted tiles in a low-traffic area should last at least a year.

The Santa Cruz, CA homeowners’ guide to exterior painting services

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