I was very pleased with Planet Painting. Hector and his crew were very easy to work with on a…read moreproject to paint most of the interior rooms of my home. They put me on the schedule quickly, showed up exactly when they said they would each day, did incredibly careful prep work, and then speedy, high-quality painting. I asked them to do a special project of removing and replacing all the rusty paint-coated door hinges in my home. It turns out my hinges were weirdly sized but Hector showed up with some kind of saw and custom cut the new ones to fit perfectly! He noticed all the weird little wall damaged areas in my walls and fixed them! The price was reasonable, and for the level of detail, I think it was a bargain.

We're homeowners in East Oakland, and we're super happy with the job Hector and his guys did on our…read morehouse! Really high attention-to-detail, good price (we sought out a three other estimates), fast, respectful and clean workers. Highly recommend!!

I hate that I'm leaving this review as Tito and his crew come across very nicely, but Tito and MB…read moreArtistic did an atrocious job painting our kitchen cabinets. After weeks of work, including weeks of touch-ups and re-dos, our cabinets are full of chips, many spots where white primer shows through, uneven paint, brush strokes and even human hair painted into them. A fingernail grazing the surface leaves a chip. When we pointed out these issues to Tito on multiple occasions, we were given all sorts of interesting excuses. During the last round of communication, Tito ghosted us. It's really a bummer as Tito again came across very nicely, was generally accommodating of us and our kids, and promised that the cabinets would look in his words "perfect." Also be aware that the contractor number he provides is fake.

MB Artistic Construction Co. is an excellent all around contractor. Tito Rodas is the owner, and…read morehe and his crew are very talented when it comes to remodeling or repairing everything around the house. A few years ago, when our old contractor left us high and dry in the middle of a kitchen remodel, we met Tito. Since then, he's been our go-to guy. Not only did he do a fantastic job on the kitchen, we also hired him to repaint our house and re-roof it as well. And just recently, he replaced a large window and sheet rocked, textured and painted our master bedroom. He was also able to seal and repaint some cracking in the window frames around the house and help us rodent proof our home by sealing various potential entry points. Tito communicates very well - he speaks very clearly to you about scheduling, and what work will be covered by his bid and, he's a great listener - especially, about what your likes and needs are. He's an artist, so he'll help you get your color scheme just right. He's an excellent contractor and a super nice guy too. Plus, his prices are very fair...We got three bids for our most recent job, even though we love Tito, we had to be sure we weren't paying too much. Tito came in at a very fair price. I cannot recommend MBA enough!

We have been very pleased with the work Ron Firman has done for us. Some time ago we needed a small…read morerepair and touchup on a French door. Mr. Firman did such excellent work that we kept his name in our files. Now, (September 2015) when we needed to have our front door refinished we called "Arthur Deco" . It was a difficult job, as the door is 83 years old and had "alligatored" varnish. The challenge was that there are 14 panels and it was not possible to sand the finish with an electric sander. Ron really worked long and hard, stripping the varnish by hand, helpfully showing me various color choices, and working like a perfectionist. The final stain was just the right color; the "satin" finish looks great, and the house will give a wonderful first impression to potential buyers. (We are moving tomorrow, and it looks so good I'd like to move right back in!)

Ron Firman's color sense is magical. His complex colors blend beautifully with contrast and…read morebalance --and more remarkable, they change from wall to wall and as the light shifts throughout the day. He has a gift for both saturated and subtle colors, and for combining them. Ron has painted my home interior twice--the first time to replace a disastrous job by another decorator--and all my rooms acquired distinctive character. Ron attends to mixing and painting supervision himself, and will change his first plan to suit real outcome on site, as a true artist does, but a commercial decorator likely will not. Next time I paint again he's my certain choice.

Call Mike. You won't regret it. I'd give six stars if I…read morecould. Mike just completed our landmarked Victorian house, and I could not be happier, start to finish, with what he and his crew did for us. --Mike was attentive to our requests from the start, deferring appropriately to my wife's aesthetic vision and our historical constraints, but also, when asked, weighing in with expert and useful opinions on decisions. The plan was clear, but also built in adaptability, like when they'd paint different sections in slightly different ways to 'test drive' how colors play against each other differently, and even tested out different varieties and configurations of gold! All this led to the end result on the five color plus gold accents paint job turning out better than we had envisioned. -Mike and his crew did the job like clockwork, with impressive skill. From setup to prep to final detailing, everything was calmly and precisely executed. Their process is clearly borne of years working together. For us, everything was carefully hand painted, no spray guns, and the details clearly show the experience and skill they bring to the job. -Energetically, it was such a relief. These guys are pros, sure. But they are also very pleasant, calm people. Even though they spent 4 weeks on our property in close proximity to the family, the property felt calm and strangely undisrupted in spite of all the scaffolding and ladders. I've had many contractors do great technical work, with a snarl, and in this market sometimes it feels like you have to take what you can get. With Mike you don't have to choose - smiles all around. -And most importantly, the result is exquisite. Clear lines, super details, great colors, top of the line materials, and If all that wasn't enough, Mike's quote was very reasonable - I am so glad I didn't try to save a little money going with the low ball option, and maybe missing out on such stellar service and results. Call Mike. You won't regret it.

Unbelieveable. I walk out the front door look up and there it is...meldew under the eaves. I feel…read moreviolated. How did I contract this dreaded disease? I call Mike Reardon who comes over and examines the victim. He reassures me. He comforts me. He sprays the eaves with anti-mildew treatment and makes me whole again. He gave me a good estimate and came in under the estimate and on time. The work was beautiful. This was about the fourth painting job he has done for us. Good painting is all about proper preparation. Berkeley Painting spends the time necessary to perform a skilled job every time. They do excellent work for a great price.

Arguello's Painting's owner Lupe has just painted our entire upstairs. He's reliable, very detail…read moreoriented and affordable. But best of all, he has a great attitude! He made so many little improvements, constantly going the extra mile to ensure the job is done perfectly. Even when I asked him to attach a 3D wall paper he wasn't discouraged or pushed back. He's been tremendous. I'm so glad to have found a reliable painter I'm sure I'll hire again. In fact, he's not just "my painter" but has been hired by two of my neighbors for years and they both have nothing but great things to say about him as well.

I have contracted Lupe at Arguello Painting for many painting projects in our home and in our…read morerental property. Over the years he has provided us with very high quality work at a reasonable price point. He is very professional and an expert painter with exceptional attention to detail. He arrives on time, is clean and neat, uses good quality paint and always delivers. I'm happy to see he is now on Yelp because more customers should know about Lupe. He's so very quiet and humble so let's hope his reviews on Yelp do the talking for such a wonderful tradesman.

This review is written on behalf of both myself and my mother, Teresa, who was the homeowner and…read moreprimary client for this project. We would like to give our highest recommendation to Mr. José Enciso, affectionately known as "Pepe," and his wonderful team at J.J. Enciso Painting & Restoration. My mother spent more than a year searching for the right painter to take on her home renovation project. She wanted someone who was not only experienced and talented, but also professional, trustworthy, patient, respectful, and attentive to every detail. When Mr. José was finally recommended to us, it became clear from the very first visit that we had found the right person. When Mr. José came to discuss the project, he took the time to explain his experience, his approach, and the quality of work his company provides. We immediately noticed the professionalism, respect, consideration, and patience that he and his team brought with them. He also offered creative ideas for the home that my mother absolutely loved. My mother is a perfectionist and often has many specific details and ideas in mind. With Mr. José, the entire process became so much easier. She always felt comfortable expressing exactly what she wanted because he listened carefully, understood her vision, and addressed every concern with patience and respect. He made her feel that her home and her project genuinely mattered to him. We were also deeply impressed by the knowledge, craftsmanship, and attention to detail that Mr. José brings to his work. He had the opportunity to learn from an excellent master craftsman from Germany, and the precision, discipline, craftsmanship, and extraordinary attention to detail from that experience are clearly reflected in the way he and his entire team work. One moment from the very first day of the project especially stayed with us. Mr. Pepe asked his team how they felt about beginning this new project and transforming my mother's home. They responded that they were happy and excited to be there and to help make her vision a reality. Then the entire team applauded. That moment genuinely touched my mother's heart. You could feel the positive energy, enthusiasm, unity, and pride this team brings to their work. It was something very special and something we will always remember. We are extremely happy and grateful to Mr. José Enciso and his entire team. They transformed not only my mother's house, but also what could have been a stressful renovation process into an enjoyable, positive, and memorable experience. For all of these reasons, both my mother and I give Mr. José "Pepe" Enciso and his team our highest recommendation without hesitation. Based on our experience, they are truly one of the finest painting companies in the Bay Area. Thank you, Mr. Pepe, for your dedication, patience, professionalism, craftsmanship, and for bringing my mother's vision for her home to life. We are sincerely grateful for everything you and your team did. With our highest recommendation and appreciation, Teresa and her son

interviewed six painting companies before choosing J.J. Enciso Painting & Restoration, and from the…read moremoment I met Pepe, I knew I had found the right company. His pricing was fair, and he is genuinely one of the nicest people you'll meet. I have only positive things to say about the entire experience. The preparation work was extensive, and the crew was incredibly thorough. They took great care to protect the property, kept everything clean, and maintained a very organized job site throughout the project. Everything was completed exactly according to the timeline and pricing outlined in the contract, with no surprises along the way. Most importantly, the house looks absolutely amazing. The quality of the work exceeded my expectations, and I couldn't be happier with the results. I highly recommend J.J. Enciso Painting & Restoration to anyone looking for a professional, reliable, and skilled painting company.

A friend of mine with a fantastic home recommended Anthony Martin Painting in Marin County. My…read more1930s craftsman needed both exterior and interior painting, and I had already obtained an estimate from two local companies. However, my friend explained that proper painting is critical to home value and maintenance ROI - and that companies commonly bring in sub-contractors or low-paid laborers after getting the project, which compromises paint job longevity, aesthetic value and quality. (I had just lamented that I recently experienced this type of bait-and-switch scenario from a "Diamond Certified" window installation company, which resulted in me hiring an additional electrician and drywaller to fix several problems they caused.) I got a consultation from Anthony Martin Painting, was immediately impressed and hired him. He is clearly dedicated to his craft. He proposed varied techniques to achieve a balance of quality and cost efficiency. He did the work as scheduled (all him), explaining what he did and why, and what was next through the job. Wow, does it look EXCELLENT -- I love it 100%. Interestingly, I would say what I love about it is how it feels - it not only looks first class, but I can feel the quality and care throughout the house. There's a richness that exudes from all of the little details, thickness of the paint, look of the paint, texture finishes, and brush work. First class, and I am so happy to recommend Tony.

If you are looking for a professional, reliable, knowledgeable, affordable, and skilled painter,…read morelook no further; Anthony Martin of Anthony Martin Painting is the best in Marin County! I recently purchased an older townhouse in need of some TLC. As any smart homeowner would do, I did my research. I asked friends and coworkers for recommendations and I did research online and then got quotes from several different painting companies & contractors. When Anthony came by to do a simple quote he went above and beyond and spent time explaining what some of my options were and even made a few brilliant suggestions for colors in a room that I thought couldn't handle a color other than white. When I explained to him that I had a low tolerance for chemicals and preferred to be as green as possible (although I know little about it), he told me about the number of options in low VOC paints. Then came the quote...I thought either I was reading it wrong or he had made an error. I could not believe how reasonable Anthony's prices were. He was nearly 50% lower than 2 of the other quotes I had. I immediately scheduled a start date for the project. Anthony (not a random day laborer) showed up on time (every day) and got right to work. The first day on the job, Anthony called me on my cell to tell me he found some mold that had apparently been covered up by a previous paint job and a cleverly placed mirror. I was horrified!! Anthony then quickly put my fears to rest and explained that he could remedy the situation (not just cover it up like the last guy). The mold has been completely eradicated, thanks to Anthony. In summary, the job that Anthony Martin did in my house was amazing! He was professional, honest, clean, thorough, knowledgeable, precise, punctual, and best of all...AFFORDABLE. Take my word and hire him for your next project!

Can't speak to his building quality, but he's a bit of a lunatic. I was clearly driving through a…read moregreen light and a little white Conscious Construction truck came through a red and cut me off, then proceeded to shout at me. He almost caused an accident with someone else afterward! Would have great hesitation working with this guy

Jeff Sochet and his team seemed honest, with good construction principles and quality…read more However, I have not met a more unscrupulous property manager in my life. He showed no remorse in renting out a unit full price, claiming there to be "minor remodeling" next door. Heavy construction, including replacing a foundation, went on for many months just next door on the adjacent unit. Work often commenced before 7am. I pleaded for a reduced rental rate due to the gross invasion of peace and privacy. He refused, knowing he could get away with it. Conscious, maybe. Conscience? Absolutely not.