About Procoat Painting San Diego
When neighbors in La Jolla, Chula Vista, and Escondido need the exterior of an aging home brought back to life, many turn to the crew at Procoat Painting San Diego. Owner Michael Mayhue has led the company since 2002, building a team of dedicated project managers and in-house painters who handle residential and commercial work across San Diego County.
Cabinet refinishing, deck and fence staining, pressure washing, stucco repair, and interior repaints round out the service list, with a 4-year labor warranty backing every project. Foremen like Ace, Jose, Ty, and Jerry coordinate crews that customers describe as punctual, communicative, and meticulous about daily cleanup.
Procoat holds CSLB License (C-33 Painting and Decorating), maintains an A+ BBB accreditation since 2010, and is a PCA Accredited Contractor. The company frequently appears at the Del Mar Home Show, connecting with homeowners before projects begin and earning referrals that have sustained 24 years of continuous operation in the San Diego market.
Updated: 06-04-2026
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What happens during the prep work phase of a Procoat exterior project?
Customers report thorough preparation before any paint touches the walls. Jennifer Ramil described power washing, scraping and sanding damaged areas, repairing wood trim sections, patching cracked stucco, and sealing window gaps before the finish coat went on. Tom Clark noted that stucco artist Elijah could blend repairs so seamlessly "we could not tell where they were." This prep-first approach runs through nearly every detailed review.
How does Procoat handle communication and project updates throughout a job?
The company assigns a dedicated project manager to each job. Walter Moore described Jerry providing a personal rundown at the end of each workday covering what was completed and what was planned next. Mercedes M. noted that Ace even coordinated crew schedules around her baby's nap time. Multiple reviewers use words like "communicative," "responsive," and "always knew where we were in the process" to describe the experience.
What do customers say about Procoat's cabinet painting results?
Cabinet projects draw some of the most enthusiastic feedback. Rebecca Miranda said painting her dark kitchen cabinets white made it "look like a new kitchen." Frank D. on Yelp described an exquisite finish on a Craftsman-style home with bold two-tone cabinet colors. Jill Jongeward summed up a week-long kitchen cabinet project by saying the result was "a new kitchen," and both she and her spouse would use the company again.
How do customers compare Procoat's pricing to competing bids?
Reviewers consistently position Procoat in the middle of the estimate range. Katrina Powell said their pricing was competitive and the premium was worth it for the craftsmanship. Shawn Preman said they were not the lowest price but the quality gave him confidence, adding "you get what you pay for." Bo Kaemerle described an apartment complex repaint as an excellent job at a very fair price.
What role do named crew members play in customer satisfaction?
Ace Dion appears in dozens of reviews as the primary estimator and project manager, praised for responsiveness and hands-on oversight. Mike (Michael Mayhue) handles commercial and residential coordination. Jose, Ty, Anthony, Jerry, Ricardo, and Nelson surface repeatedly as trusted foremen and painters. Keith Rowley singled out Ricardo as "quite possibly the hardest worker I have ever known," noting his carpentry and painting skills.
How does Procoat perform on commercial and multi-unit projects?
The company handles property management repaints, HOA exterior projects, church interiors, and retail storefronts. Madison Morris, who uses Procoat for her property management company, praised their professionalism with tenants and said Michael resolved a tenant issue quickly. Paige Sturgeon rated an HOA exterior project top notch, noting it finished on time with no hiccups. Bo Kaemerle described an apartment complex exterior in Spring Valley completed at a fair price.
What is the licensing and business entity status of Procoat Painting San Diego?
The company operates as Procoat Professional Coatings Inc, a California stock corporation filed 12/22/2015 with the Secretary of State (Entity #3854834, status Active, all standings Good). The CSLB license is #806008 under the C-33 Painting and Decorating classification, originally issued 3/26/2002, active through 3/31/2027. BBB accreditation has been in place since October 2010 with an A+ rating.
-Verification Sources: CA Secretary of State, CSLB, BBB