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Need painters in Salinas to spruce up the appearance of your house or office building? Do you have old paint flaking off or a boring (even ugly) color from a previous owner? Worry no more because Aptera can help with our phone screened, professional painters in Salinas, Seaside and Monterey to handle any size job. A well painted room or house can work wonders whether you are looking to totally revamp your home’s style or just need a refresh. You may be still considering doing the painting yourself, or you could be having trouble trusting a specific Salinas painting company with just a large project inside your home. Let us help you today with our licensed, experienced (3 years minimum) insured pros eager to earn your business.

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Finding the Best Painter in Salinas, Seaside and Monterey for Your House

More than most trades, painters have the widest range in quality of service delivered by the widest range of experience. It is not uncommon for uninsured, unlicensed painting companies in Salinas to use day laborers with little or even no painting experience on a job by job basis. Some people will always jump at the cheapest bid but but nearly always comes back to haunt them with low quality work that needs to be redone in under two years.

Working with a painting contractor who specializes in one type of painting can both reduce your costs lead to better quality work. Commercial painters in Salinas will have industrial airless sprayers designed to handle larger surface areas found on buildings. Commercial painting crews are also more experienced in the prep work for larger buildings and will usually get the job done within a day to reduce downtime for the office. Likewise, painters that focus on home interiors are more familiar with painting delicate areas like window frames, decorative trim and doors (not to mention preparing a home with personal belongings strewn about).

Once you have found a couple specialists, evaluating the quality of work you can expect is the most difficult part. We have found that Salinas painters who belong to associations like American Coatings Association (ACA) and PDCA (Painting and Decorating Contractors of America) typically have higher satisfaction ratings. For commercial painters in Salinas, Seaside, Monterey and Soledad, membership in the SPCO or Signatory Painting Contractors Organization shows their commitment to stand by their work. Continuing education and help with California paint removal, application and handling regulations means these painters spend more of their time honing their craftsmanship.

Color selection

Selecting a color may seem like a pretty cut-and-dry task but it is easy to get overwhelmed when you see hundreds of paint swatches. When you hire a painting company in Salinas choosing the perfect color is easier as their seasoned eye for detail helps them show you only a range of colors that will work with your home style, furniture and more. Advanced color selection tools can also take a photo of your home or rooms in your home and change the colors to give you a better feel for how it will look in the end.

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Prepping the house

On the day of the job make sure that the area is clear for the painters to quickly get in and get started. For exterior house painting this means making sure that painters trucks and vans have easy access to your property and that nothing will impede them from placing their large ladders around your home. For the interior of your home make sure that everything is neat and put away. We also recommend marking the walls that will be painted either with sticky notes or markers to clearly identify which need to be painted. This prep will allow the pros to quickly come in and tape off areas that will not be painted and cover up furniture and floor near the walls with plastic sheets.

Prepping the walls - Walls must be flat and even and free of cracks or bulges. Often this means caulking cracks, repairing drywall or caulking cracks. When painting on top of previous paint layers it is important to lightly sand the surface to allow the paint to grip the wall. Also be careful not to add latex based paints on top of oil based paints which can cause peeling.

Paint Selection

Most Salinas painters will supply both primer and paint for your job but you want to verify that they do not skimp on the quality. *Be sure they only use low VOC (volatile organic compounds) paints as VOCs are bad for the environment and there can be health risks. Most painting companies in Salinas and Seaside prefer using alkyd or alcohol based paints as they are more versatile than latex based paints and can be used on more surfaces. Be sure to clearly explain if you are looking for a flat finish, flat finish or both depending on the room. As far as brands, you can’t go wrong with Behr Paints, Sherwin-Williams, Benjamin Moore, Valspar or for higher end craftsmen applications Farrow & Ball.

If you have selected the paint yourself, ask your painter what kind of additives will be used. Many mix in additives like Penetrol and Floetrol for smoother application or Zinsser add protection from mold. Painting companies in Salinas use countless other additives for everything from slowing the paint drying process to reducing uneven paint application, and even to add a pleasant scent to the paint.

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Questions to Ask Your Salinas Painting Company

Asking the right questions gives you a glimpse into the type of company you are dealing with for better or worse. Any company you hire needs to take time to patiently explain their process and isn’t simply pushing for the sale.

How long have you been in business?

Only work with companies that have been in business for three years as that allows a painter to gain the necessary expertise to work with varied textures, types of paint and issues with old paint. Exceptions can be made of course for a brand new company started by an experienced vet, and it is ok if an apprentice is working on your home as long as they have oversight and guidance during the entire project.

What tools will you use?

Rollers, sprayers and brushes are the most common and they can affect the final look of your walls and the time it takes to get the job done. If you are getting your entire house painted you will want them to use industrial paint spraying equipment. For interior work you want a combination of tools, but brushes for the edges and corners. It takes longer but the attention to detail shows in the finish.

Will you repair my walls before you paint?

Many companies will do basic drywall or minor woodwork repair prior to painting for an additional charge.

How skilled are your painters with faux and decorative painting?

For upscale, decorative painting the most important thing is the skill of the painter and getting a specialist is key. For example if you need a faux painter in Salinas be sure that the people completing the job only do faux painting and not general roller/sprayer painting. See if they belong to associations or ask how they stay on top of broader decorative painting trends.

Will all painters in my home be employees of your company?

This can make a world of difference in the quality of the work that they do. Some painters in Monterey County will supplement their crews with day laborers without background checks and unknown skill sets.

Can you remove lead paint?

If you have an older home that has paint form 1978 or earlier you likely have lead based paint. We recommend removing lead based paint from EPA certified professionals who have the right type of training and equipment so lead paint chips or dust are left in or around your home or leak out into the environment. It is illegal to remove lead paint with a power washer and if any sanding or scrubbing is used it is necessary to have high efficiency filters to keep the air safe. For more help on removing lead paint go to HUD.gov.

Are you insured?

Guess what happens when a painter is injured in your home and the company you hired doesn’t have insurance? That's right, you are now responsible. Proof of insurance is easy to provide either onsite or a website, so don’t feel like you are burdening them because, again, you assume all the risk if they don’t have it.

What kind of warranty or guarantees do you offer?

Always make sure there is a warranty and that it covers both materials and labor for any additional work that needs to be done. For example, lets say you sign an agreement stating that the existing paint is to be removed before new coats are applied. A year later when the paint starts chipping off you realize that the original layers were never removed, you need a guarantee that re-painting will not cost you a dime.

Do you have references and a portfolio?

References are an easy way to add assurance when deciding who to select. A portfolio of previous work is another simple filter you can use. After all, you want to weed out a new company that normally paints barns if you need a high end painter in Salinas for your mansion.

Is prep and cleanup included?

You might be surprised to find that some Salinas painters charge extra for prep and cleanup. This isn’t necessarily a bad thing, but you need to make sure that it is included in any bids that you are looking at to get a true apples to apples comparison. You may also be able to reduce this charge by doing some of the prep on your own like moving furniture before the day they arrive.

How can I learn more?

VOCs are a serious issue and we receive daily requests for more details. You can go to Green Guard or www.toxics.usgs.gov/definitions/vocs.html for more info on their potential impact on health, children and your environment.

Monterey County Cities Served

Painters Salinas, CA

T & P Aero Refinishers

203 Skyway Blvd
Salinas, CA 93905

A & A Painting

344 Salinas St, # 1051
Salinas, CA 93901

Mclaughlin Painting

12 Neil St
Salinas, CA 93901

Pacific Coast Painting Co

21 E Laurel Dr
Salinas, CA 93906

Joe Rodriguez Painting

271 W Alvin Dr
Salinas, CA 93906

E S V Construction & Handyman Services

313 Kelton Drive
Salinas, CA 93906

Divine Touch Restoration, Llc

9904 Timothy Path
Salinas, CA 93907

Salinas Painters Costs:

Salinas exterior home painting costs $3,198, interior home painting costs $2,205.

Painters Seaside, CA

Costa Painting

1025 Tweed St
Seaside, CA 93955

David Minor Painting

1025 Tweed Pl
Seaside, CA 93955

Wright-way Painting

1141 Isabelle Ct
Seaside, CA 93955

Cain's Apartment Painting

Po Box 1175
Seaside, CA 93955

Seaside Painters Costs:

Seaside exterior home painting costs $2,785, interior home painting costs $1,921.

Painters Monterey, CA

A&s Painting

10141 Blue Larkspur Lane
Monterey, CA 93940

J & J Painting


Monterey, CA 93940

Water Wizard

320 Casanova Ave
Monterey, CA 93940

K C Painting & Home Improvement

Po Box 1173
Monterey, CA 93942

Furniture Art Studio

851 Laine St
Monterey, CA 93940

Monterey Painters Costs:

Monterey exterior home painting costs $2,920, interior home painting costs $2,014.

Painters Soledad, CA

Soledad Painters Costs:

Soledad exterior home painting costs $3,025, interior home painting costs $2,086.

Painters Marina, CA

Marina Painters Costs:

Marina exterior home painting costs $2,568, interior home painting costs $1,771.

Painters Greenfield, CA

Greenfield Painters Costs:

Greenfield exterior home painting costs $2,899, interior home painting costs $1,999.

Painters Pacific Grove, CA

Pacific Grove Painters Costs:

Pacific Grove exterior home painting costs $2,906, interior home painting costs $2,004.

Painters King City, CA

King City Painters Costs:

King City exterior home painting costs $2,809, interior home painting costs $1,937.

Painters Gonzales, CA

Gonzales Painters Costs:

Gonzales exterior home painting costs $3,016, interior home painting costs $2,080.

Painters Castroville, CA

Castroville Painters Costs:

Castroville exterior home painting costs $2,943, interior home painting costs $2,029.

Jon Stuefloten Restoration Painting

148 West Carmel Valley Road
Carmel Valley, CA 93924

Tnt Painting & Decorating Inc

120 Fern Canyon Rd
Carmel, CA 93923

A&s Painting

10141 Blue Larkspur Lane
Monterey, CA 93940

Jack Stutzman Jr

1061 Rosita Rd
Del Rey Oaks, CA 93940

J & J Painting


Monterey, CA 93940

Costa Painting

1025 Tweed St
Seaside, CA 93955

David Minor Painting

1025 Tweed Pl
Seaside, CA 93955

Wright-way Painting

1141 Isabelle Ct
Seaside, CA 93955

Water Wizard

320 Casanova Ave
Monterey, CA 93940

Surfaces Painting & Decorating

1815 Contra Costa St, Ste C
Sand City, CA 93955

K C Painting & Home Improvement

Po Box 1173
Monterey, CA 93942

Furniture Art Studio

851 Laine St
Monterey, CA 93940

Cain's Apartment Painting

Po Box 1175
Seaside, CA 93955

T & P Aero Refinishers

203 Skyway Blvd
Salinas, CA 93905

A & A Painting

344 Salinas St, # 1051
Salinas, CA 93901

Mclaughlin Painting

12 Neil St
Salinas, CA 93901

Pacific Coast Painting Co

21 E Laurel Dr
Salinas, CA 93906

Joe Rodriguez Painting

271 W Alvin Dr
Salinas, CA 93906

E S V Construction & Handyman Services

313 Kelton Drive
Salinas, CA 93906

Divine Touch Restoration, Llc

9904 Timothy Path
Salinas, CA 93907
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Exterior Home Painting in Monterey County, CA

Exterior Home Painting Monterey County, CA

Interior Home Painting in Monterey County, CA

Interior Home Painting Monterey County, CA

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Paint a Metal Roof Monterey County, CA

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Monterey County Exterior Home Painting

Exterior Home Painting in Monterey County

Average Cost: $2,973
Starting At: $873

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CityAvg. CostLow CostHigh Cost
Aromas $3,227$825$7,005
Big Sur $2,909$743$5,975
Bradley $2,698$788$6,126
Carmel $2,586$744$6,143
Carmel By The Sea $2,656$926$6,696
Carmel Valley $3,000$939$6,693
Castroville $2,943$852$7,786
Chualar $2,511$844$7,713
Gonzales $3,016$759$6,285
Greenfield $2,899$865$6,105
Jolon $3,028$746$6,969
King City $2,809$750$6,223
Lockwood $2,680$825$6,423
Marina $2,568$825$7,796
Monterey $2,920$751$7,534
Moss Landing $3,225$964$7,155
Pacific Grove $2,906$947$7,626
Pebble Beach $3,326$944$8,000
Salinas $3,198$850$7,736
San Ardo $3,207$756$6,258
San Lucas $3,167$962$7,916
Seaside $2,785$815$6,490
Soledad $3,025$734$6,577
Spreckels $2,917$914$7,534
Monterey County Interior Home Painting

Interior Home Painting in Monterey County

Average Cost: $2,050
Starting At: $924

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CityAvg. CostLow CostHigh Cost
Aromas $2,226$873$4,803
Big Sur $2,006$787$4,097
Bradley $1,861$834$4,200
Carmel $1,783$788$4,212
Carmel By The Sea $1,832$981$4,592
Carmel Valley $2,069$995$4,590
Castroville $2,029$902$5,339
Chualar $1,732$893$5,289
Gonzales $2,080$804$4,309
Greenfield $1,999$916$4,187
Jolon $2,089$790$4,778
King City $1,937$794$4,267
Lockwood $1,848$873$4,404
Marina $1,771$873$5,346
Monterey $2,014$795$5,166
Moss Landing $2,224$1,021$4,906
Pacific Grove $2,004$1,003$5,229
Pebble Beach $2,294$1,000$5,485
Salinas $2,205$900$5,304
San Ardo $2,212$801$4,291
San Lucas $2,184$1,018$5,428
Seaside $1,921$863$4,451
Soledad $2,086$778$4,510
Spreckels $2,012$968$5,166
Monterey County Paint a Metal Roof

Paint a Metal Roof in Monterey County

Average Cost: $2,037
Starting At: $490

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CityAvg. CostLow CostHigh Cost
Aromas $2,211$463$4,670
Big Sur $1,993$417$3,983
Bradley $1,849$442$4,084
Carmel $1,772$418$4,095
Carmel By The Sea $1,820$520$4,464
Carmel Valley $2,056$527$4,463
Castroville $2,016$478$5,191
Chualar $1,721$473$5,143
Gonzales $2,066$426$4,190
Greenfield $1,986$485$4,071
Jolon $2,075$419$4,646
King City $1,925$421$4,149
Lockwood $1,836$463$4,282
Marina $1,759$463$5,198
Monterey $2,001$422$5,023
Moss Landing $2,209$541$4,770
Pacific Grove $1,991$532$5,084
Pebble Beach $2,279$530$5,333
Salinas $2,191$477$5,158
San Ardo $2,197$424$4,172
San Lucas $2,170$540$5,278
Seaside $1,908$457$4,327
Soledad $2,072$412$4,385
Spreckels $1,999$513$5,023