6 Best Painters Near North Salem, NY Ranked by Chooz Score

The painting contractors listed on Chooz Painters who serve North Salem, NY consistently earn high marks for prep work quality, named crews that customers recognize and request again, and the ability to handle everything from cabinet refinishing to full historic exterior restoration.

The last time we conducted our Chooz Score analysis, Genesis Pro Painting & Restoration Inc had over 230 Google reviews with a 5.0-star rating, 5.0 stars on Yelp, and 4.9 stars on Angi with over 140 Angi reviews. This company earned a Chooz Score of 91.1%, the highest in our analysis. With over 18 years in business serving Westchester and Fairfield Counties, Genesis is led by project managers Rodrigo Maior and Vanessa Da Rosa, both praised across dozens of reviews for daily written updates and thorough walkthroughs. If you want documented project management structure for a large interior or exterior project, Genesis is a strong choice.

• Multiple reviewers hired Genesis after bypassing contractors recommended by their own design-build firms
• Kitchen cabinet refinishing draws especially detailed praise, with results reviewers describe as rivaling factory finishes

"Integrity is their M.O. This company is honest, performs professional work and gives service with a 'white glove' touch." - Tamara K., Google Review

While Genesis brings a structured management approach, C E T Painting has built a 9-year reputation on owner-led consistency and verified credentials. The last time we conducted our Chooz Score analysis, they had over 240 Google reviews with a 5.0-star rating, 100% recommended on Facebook, 4.7 stars on Yelp, and an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. This company earned a Chooz Score of 90.9% and holds active Westchester County and NYC DCA contractor licenses. Owner Carlos, along with crew members John and Pablo, handles both residential and commercial work - including painting inside a working historic library. Multiple customers have returned for 7-8 separate projects over a decade. If you need a fully licensed contractor for a Westchester project, CET is worth calling.

• Wallpaper removal is a documented specialty, with one reviewer noting a flawless finish after a full entryway was stripped and refinished
• 5.0 stars on Angi and over 10 new reviews in the previous 3 months at the time of analysis

"From start to finish, the team showcased exceptional communication and professionalism. Carlos, John, and Pablo were all great. They finished within the time frame they promised and kept things very tidy throughout." - Angela F., Google Review

When it comes to specialty finishes and older homes, Paint Track Painting Services stands out. The last time we conducted our Chooz Score analysis, they had over 150 Google reviews with a 5.0-star rating and 4.6 stars on Yelp. This company earned a Chooz Score of 89.7%. With over 20 years in business since 2004, they hold PCA certification, EPA RRP lead-safe certification, and manufacturer certifications from Benjamin Moore and Fine Paints of Europe. Owner Ray leads a team of full-time W2 employees whose names - Sergio, Alberto, Chris, Jess, and Sarah - appear across reviews written years apart. If you own a historic home or want premium-certified staff, Paint Track is a natural fit in the North Salem, NY area.

• Shane McCarthy nearly replaced every shingle before Paint Track restored them at a fraction of the cost
• Customers routinely leave house keys or garage codes with the crew, citing trust built through full-time (not subcontracted) painters

"Paint Track is the best! They are so friendly and professional and have done an amazing job painting the entire interior of my home including a magical wallpaper installation and an amazing deck stain." - Mallory W., Google Review

Repeat customers and referrals tell the story for Pro Painting Plus, which earned a Chooz Score of 87.6%. Owner Rob McRae covers interior repaints, deck and dock restoration, historic shingle work, and exterior cedar siding, visiting job sites daily to check quality. Several customers hired Pro Painting Plus after another contractor left them without a painter - one called Rob 4 days before a move-in date and he arrived within the hour. If you have a challenging exterior project or a tight deadline, Pro Painting Plus is a strong candidate.

• A 52-year-old dock is described as looking brand new after the crew finished; historic church shingle restoration is also in the review history

"Another painting company left us high and dry 4 days prior to our move into our new home. Rob showed up one hour after my phone call and mapped out the entire job for us." - R M., Google Review

With over 24 years in business, J & S Painting Plus Inc has built a cross-platform reputation that holds up across every major review site. The last time we conducted our Chooz Score analysis, they had over 140 Google reviews with a 4.9-star rating, over 300 Angi reviews at 4.9 stars, and 4.6 stars on Yelp with over 25 reviews. This company earned a Chooz Score of 87.5% and holds BBB accreditation since 2006. Owner Jay, alongside crew leader Sheki, covers everything from fast post-closing move-in repaints to full exterior jobs with wood trim repair and stucco cleaning. A home services professional who refers contractors to her own clients specifically names J & S as her go-to painting company.

• Angela L. had the entire interior of a newly purchased home painted starting the day after closing
• Phil T. wrote his most recent review after his 4th separate project with J & S Painting Plus

"After collecting a number of bids, we selected Jay and his team because of their communication, many positive reviews, and promise to show up on time - which they did." - Toby L., Google Review

Rounding out the top contractors serving North Salem, NY, MGP Painting Inc. earned a Chooz Score of 87.2%. The last time we conducted our Chooz Score analysis, they had over 200 Google reviews with a 4.9-star rating, 5.0 stars on Angi, and are 96% recommended on Facebook. With over 13 years in business, owner Moises leads a team that includes office coordinator Rachel - specifically praised for keeping customers updated on scheduling, paint brands, and color selections throughout each project. Crew members Galo, Caesar, and Orlando are named individually across independent reviews for specialty wallpaper, cabinet painting, and detailed interior work. If you're comparing quotes and want clear office-to-field communication, MGP is worth a call.

• Galo is specifically requested for specialty wallpaper and pattern-matching work by returning customers

"Rachel in the office was a pleasure to deal with. We were just blown away at the work they had done, very professional, high quality job." - Tara C., Google Review

~Review Snippet Sources: Google, Facebook, Yelp, Angi, Nextdoor

Quality and craftsmanship are the dominant theme across reviews for painting contractors serving North Salem, NY. Reviewers go beyond describing results as simply "good" - they offer specifics: flawless edges, thorough crack and nail-pop repairs before any paint goes on, and finished work that holds up visibly for years. Genesis Pro Painting & Restoration Inc earns repeated praise for cabinet and interior finishes customers describe as indistinguishable from renovation-grade work. Paint Track Painting Services customers describe cabinet results that guests mistake for brand-new factory installations - Jack D. writes that cabinets painted years earlier "look better than the factory finish." C E T Painting reviewer Johannes V. specifically calls the team "meticulous in their workmanship" across both interior and exterior scopes.

On the Pro Painting Plus side, Cathie S. describes crew members Herbie and Juan repairing cracks, seams, and nail pops so precisely that finished walls were indistinguishable from new construction. J & S Painting Plus Inc and MGP Painting Inc. each draw similar feedback: results consistently meet or exceed what was discussed at the estimate stage, and quality checks happen throughout the project rather than only at the end.

• "The quality of work never disappoints. Paint Track painted our kitchen cabinets a few years ago and the cabinets look better than the factory finish." - Jack D., Google Review (Paint Track Painting Services)
• "The attention to detail in every aspect of the project was second to none. I would recommend them to anyone." - John P., Google Review (Genesis Pro Painting & Restoration Inc)
• "The wall repairs and paint job were done with precision, professionalism, and expertise." - Taryn D., Google Review (Pro Painting Plus)

~Review Snippet Sources: Google, Yelp, Angi

Communication is one of the most frequently praised qualities across reviews for painting contractors covering North Salem, NY, and it appears at every stage - not just at the estimate or final walkthrough. Genesis Pro Painting & Restoration Inc stands out for dedicated project managers who send daily written updates listing completed tasks and planned next steps, with Vanessa Da Rosa praised for responding to texts on weekends. J & S Painting Plus Inc reviewer Jordan M. describes the team as "incredibly professional, reliable, excellent communicators" from initial walkthrough through completion. C E T Painting customer Peter F. notes the team "worked around our schedules and provided good communication throughout" - a pattern echoed across multiple independent reviews.

Paint Track Painting Services customers cite owner Ray, project manager Jess, and estimator Sarah as a well-organized communication chain that sends updates proactively. MGP Painting Inc. reviews highlight office coordinator Rachel's role in keeping customers updated on specific dates, paint brands, and color selections. Pro Painting Plus customers describe Rob visiting job sites daily and checking in directly with homeowners - multiple reviewers note they never had to wonder about project status.

• "Genesis, Rodrigo & crew are a true local resource; I feel lucky to have found painting professionals who are perfectionists as well as polite!" - Jovi C., Google Review (Genesis Pro Painting & Restoration Inc)
• "Very professional, strong communication, exceptional quality of work. Took great care to keep the rest of my home clean. Would definitely use again." - Charlotte M., Google Review (Pro Painting Plus)

~Review Snippet Sources: Google, Yelp, Angi

Prep work and site cleanliness come up with notable consistency in reviews for painting contractors covering North Salem, NY. The best-reviewed companies treat surface preparation as a core part of the job. Paint Track Painting Services reviewers frequently mention the use of dust-extracting sanders, thorough crack repair, and caulking before any paint goes on. Debra B. writes that workers were "quiet, clean, thorough and helpful" throughout. C E T Painting customer Johannes V. calls the team "meticulous in their workmanship" on both interior and exterior projects, and multiple reviewers note spaces were left orderly at the end of each workday. MGP Painting Inc. reviewers including Gerard S. describe crews leaving the workspace "neat, clean, helpful, and efficient" each day.

Pro Painting Plus customer Andrea V. notes the crew "protected all of my plants, cleaned up afterwards" after a deck staining project. J & S Painting Plus Inc reviewer Simon K. describes the crew as "on time, clean, efficient, and respectful of the property" across several projects. Genesis Pro Painting & Restoration Inc reviewers consistently note that living spaces are left clean each workday, a detail that matters for families living through multi-room projects.

• "Workers were so nice, quiet, clean, thorough and helpful. You can tell that they take pride in their work." - Debra B., Google Review (Paint Track Painting Services)
• "They were neat, clean, helpful, efficient and most professional." - Gerard S., Google Review (MGP Painting Inc.)
• "Proper preparation was done and surrounding areas protected. Would use for future projects and recommend." - Dave M., Google Review (MGP Painting Inc.)

~Review Snippet Sources: Google, Yelp

Fair pricing and value come up consistently across reviews for painting contractors serving the North Salem, NY area, with most reviewers noting that final costs matched or stayed close to the original estimate. C E T Painting customer Paul L. describes a project where the team "quoted a very reasonable price and followed through," noting the finished entryway exceeded expectations after extensive wallpaper removal. J & S Painting Plus Inc reviewer Caitlin F. describes "great work product for a very fair price" across a multi-room interior project. Pro Painting Plus reviews repeatedly pair "fair price" or "competitive price" with high-quality results, and Stacey P. specifically highlights "quality painting at a fair price" for a finished basement project.

What stands out across these reviews is how often customers who collected multiple competing quotes concluded that the contractor they chose wasn't the cheapest option, but the value was clearly there. MGP Painting Inc. reviewer Mahendra D. describes choosing MGP specifically based on the thoroughness of the estimate walkthrough - pricing was competitive, but the detail orientation during the quote process sealed the decision. Genesis Pro Painting & Restoration Inc reviewer Jennifer D. specifically calls out "honest upfront and fair pricing" as a defining part of a positive overall experience.

• "Honest upfront and fair pricing. Great crew. Will definitely use them again." - Jennifer D., Google Review (Genesis Pro Painting & Restoration Inc)
• "They do a great job at an affordable price." - Ryan T., Google Review (Pro Painting Plus)
• "Super professional, well-organized, plus great work product for a very fair price." - Caitlin F., Google Review (J & S Painting Plus Inc)

~Review Snippet Sources: Google, Yelp, Angi

Punctuality and schedule reliability are areas where top-rated contractors serving North Salem, NY consistently earn positive feedback. J & S Painting Plus Inc customer Angela L. had the entire interior of a newly purchased home painted starting the day after closing - a job that required fast mobilization with very little lead time. Toby L. credits Jay and the team for staying on the schedule promised during bidding, after collecting multiple competing quotes. Paint Track Painting Services reviewer Jim S. keeps it simple: "Always on time, professional and a good value and excellent quality." C E T Painting customer Garrett O. calls out the team for arriving exactly when promised after coordinating around a fire sprinkler repair that preceded their scope of work.

For Genesis Pro Painting & Restoration Inc, Matthew S. describes a project where the crew "adjusted well to additional asks" mid-job and still finished within the expected timeframe. Pro Painting Plus mobilized on an emergency basis the day after a homeowner's original contractor walked out 4 days before a move-in. MGP Painting Inc. reviewers like Tara C. note the team started within a week of contract signing and kept clients updated on dates throughout the project.

• "Jay and his team are professional, punctual, and responsive. This is the third time we've used J&S." - Russell D., Google Review (J & S Painting Plus Inc)
• "He held to his schedule and I would not hesitate to use them again." - Joe D., Google Review (Pro Painting Plus)

~Review Snippet Sources: Google, Yelp, Angi

Repeat business is one of the strongest signals in the review data for contractors serving North Salem, NY. Across the top-rated companies on Chooz Painters, reviewers who have hired the same contractor for 3, 4, or even 8 or more separate projects are common. Genesis Pro Painting & Restoration Inc reviewer arleigh jan B. came back 7 years after their first project, bypassing a contractor recommended by their own design-build firm to bring Genesis back for a current renovation. Alex A. describes using Genesis "multiple times since we moved in" for both full-room refreshes and smaller projects. C E T Painting has multiple customers who have returned 7-8 times over a decade, with Richard B. noting he returns for every painting need.

For J & S Painting Plus Inc, Len T. hired the company for a complete house repaint, then returned over 10 years later for the same job, noting the original coat had worn remarkably well in the interim. Phil T. wrote his most recent review after his 4th separate project with J & S. Pro Painting Plus reviewer Christine B. hired Rob for interior painting and came back for an epoxy garage floor project. MGP Painting Inc. customer Lindsey B. is on her third project with the company, having graduated from standard painting to specialty wallpaper work.

• "Repeat Customer here. Genesis Pro Painting did phenomenal work on our first painting project 7 years ago... the design-build firm had a painter they recommended - I told them no, I was going to call Genesis." - arleigh jan B., Google Review (Genesis Pro Painting & Restoration Inc)
• "I always have a great experience working with Carlos and the C.E.T. Painting. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a professional, talented and efficient painter." - Richard B., Google Review (C E T Painting)
• "This has been the second time using Pro Paint Plus... They took their time, made sure every nail hole was filled in and painted." - Ralph R., Google Review (Pro Painting Plus)

~Review Snippet Sources: Google, Yelp, Angi