About Simply Painting LLC

When Margaret Maziarz needed her home painted for the second time, she didn't shop around or get multiple quotes. She went straight back to Simply Painting LLC, later taking time to write they were "exceptional; neat, punctual, polite, and responsive." This loyalty pattern emerges repeatedly through their over 100 Google reviews, revealing something beyond typical contractor relationships in the Howell Township painting market.

The numbers present a compelling surface story: 135 Google reviews maintaining a perfect 5.0 rating, 25 years of experience claimed on their website, coverage across six New Jersey counties. But dive into the actual customer narratives and a different picture emerges. Rob, the owner, personally moves schedules around to accommodate urgent timelines (like the townhome that needed painting between closing and move-in with just 12 days notice). His crew protects furniture without being asked, fixes trim while painting walls, sends morning confirmation texts. None of these extras appear in their marketing.

What's curiously absent shapes this company as much as what's present. No BBB accreditation. No Angi presence. No Facebook business page despite having an Instagram account. Their state contractor license shows as inactive on BuildZoom, though they continue operating. It's as if Simply Painting deliberately sidesteps the traditional contractor marketing apparatus, relying instead on word-of-mouth from customers like Thom Rittenhouse who wrote a 301-word review calling their work "simply outstanding craftsmanship" with "flawless attention to detail." From their base on Abraham Drive, Rob and his regular crew (Frank, Kyle, Jim repeatedly mentioned) have built something that feels more like skilled neighbors than a traditional painting contractor.

About T. Whitaker Painting

With over 8,000 homes transformed since 1987, T. Whitaker Painting brings 38 years of family-operated expertise to Ocean, Monmouth, Burlington, and Atlantic counties in Southern New Jersey. This fully licensed and insured contractor has earned well over 150 five-star Google reviews through consistent delivery of exceptional residential and commercial painting services.

The company excels in both standard painting projects and specialized services including cabinet refinishing, wallpaper installation, popcorn ceiling removal, and power washing. Led by owners Tim and Liz Whitaker, the team follows a meticulous five-step process—from initial consultation through final cleanup—ensuring every project meets their exacting standards. Liz's renowned color consultation service helps homeowners navigate selections with confidence, while Tim's master painter skills tackle the most challenging technical requirements.

What distinguishes T. Whitaker from competitors is their comprehensive approach to customer service. Each project includes a 2-year warranty, 100% satisfaction guarantee, and EPA RRP-certified professionals who treat homes with exceptional care. Customers consistently praise their punctuality, with painters arriving exactly at scheduled times, protecting every surface, and leaving properties "cleaner than when they started." Their HomeAdvisor Top Rated Professional status and 0% financing options make quality painting accessible without compromising on craftsmanship or reliability.

About Wallpro Painting

When Lynne Bolen needed her living room transformed with grasscloth wallpaper installation, Mark and his team at Wallpro Painting delivered work she called "absolutely stunning," praising trim work on doors and windows as "exceptional." This attention to craft defines how this Vineland operation approaches every project, understanding that homeowners aren't just buying paint application but trusting someone with their largest investment.

The numbers suggest a contractor doing everything right: over 100 Google reviews maintaining a perfect 5.0 rating, projects ranging from single bathroom refreshes to 4,000-square-foot whole-house repaints. But customer accounts reveal something the statistics can't capture. A painting company that removes wallpaper so thoroughly one reviewer said "you wouldn't even know they were there." A crew that fixes nail pops in ceilings before anyone asks. A business owner named Mark who personally guides color selection and somehow remembers which customers need their kitchens back by the weekend.

What's notably absent tells its own story. No BBB profile. No presence on major contractor platforms like Angi or HomeAdvisor. No elaborate marketing claims about being "award-winning" or "certified." Just Mark, his crew members Joey and others, building something that feels less like a typical contracting business and more like the neighbor who happens to be exceptionally good at painting. Complete with Facebook posts about recently booked projects, Instagram featuring 78 posts of their work, and a "Painting It Forward" initiative donating 5% of revenue to community projects nominated by past customers.