Benjamin Lins founded Integrity Paint and General Contracting over 20 years ago, building the company from Oakland into a full-service painting and renovation operation serving the East Bay. Benjamin handles consultations and provides detailed written estimates while project manager Octavio Gocobachi oversees daily operations on-site. The team includes experienced painters Miguel, Jesus, Pedro, and Alberto who work across residential and commercial projects throughout the region.
The company handles interior and exterior painting alongside general contracting work including dry rot repair, drywall patching, bathroom remodels, deck staining, and lead abatement. Their portfolio spans everything from quick condo refreshes to complete transformations of century-old Victorian homes requiring extensive carpentry and surface preparation.
The fully bonded and insured team operates from 2026 Montana Street in Oakland and serves Piedmont, Berkeley, San Leandro, Lafayette, Walnut Creek, and surrounding East Bay communities. They hold California contractor licenses for both C-33 Painting and Decorating and B-2 Residential Remodeling, and use premium paints including Sherwin-Williams products.
Updated: 04-06-2026
David Hampian captures the repeat customer pattern after completing "at least 6-7 projects" with the company, stating "we go to them for everything." What builds this loyalty is transparent pricing and honest advice. Ben once told David that something they wanted done "was actually an easy thing my wife and I could have done" and gave tips instead of charging. David notes "That's the kind of trust that makes you go back to someone again and again." Property managers and homeowners mention using them repeatedly for projects ranging from small touch-ups to major renovations.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews, Yelp
Octavio appears in dozens of reviews as the on-site leader who ensures quality and communication. Jade Anna notes he "approached the project as if it were his own home" and walked the site constantly, pointing out areas where work could be tighter. Michelle O. describes how Octavio "made me feel like a member of the family" while checking in daily and verifying next-day arrival times. He handles crew coordination, client updates, and quality control while Benjamin manages estimates and the business side.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews, Yelp
Cleanup receives consistent praise across both Google and Yelp. Rob Martin was "particularly impressed by the tidiness of the work areas and clean up at the end of every day." Gina notes the crew made sure to "keep our place thoroughly clean" throughout interior cabinet and ceiling work. Michelle O. confirms crews "cleaned up every day" on her mother's home. Suzanne Stroh praises the "careful attention to detail, respect for protecting property" including plants and a large mural she had.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews, Yelp
The pricing pattern shows competitive rates paired with transparency. Ruth Leonard chose them even though they were "not the cheapest estimate" because Benjamin's professionalism stood out. Michelle O. found the estimate "was timely and was less than one other estimate I had received." Jay Foreman, a property manager who has hired them for numerous projects, calls their pricing "extremely fair." David Hampian notes their pricing is "transparent and fair" and they don't upsell unnecessary work.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews, Yelp
The company has painted numerous century-old properties across Oakland and the East Bay. Matt Livermore credits them with turning his "1908 West Oakland House from blighted to beautiful." Dick Templeton hired them for a "100+ year old two story building" including house, garage, and deck. Nao M. describes a "remarkable job repairing and painting the exterior" of her "run-down 100-year old home" that now "looks charming and brand new." Their general contracting capabilities allow them to handle dry rot, carpentry, and surface prep these older homes require.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Reviews reveal extensive general contracting capabilities that set them apart. Ezra Dibble hired them for "extensive siding repairs, roof repairs, a porch repair and replacement and a bathroom remodel" in addition to full exterior painting on his 100-year-old home. David Hampian's project list includes garage remodel, basement remodel, wall crack repairs, exterior fascia work, and an outdoor shed. Kimberly Kraft had them handle "two full bathrooms" alongside interior painting. This breadth allows them to address whatever issues arise during painting projects.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews, Yelp
When issues arise, the pattern shows accountability rather than defensiveness. Jackie Say experienced a paint color mismatch and notes Benjamin "immediately took ownership of the situation and corrected it" and even "offered to paint an additional room" to maintain color consistency. Lewis Baden notes that when unforeseen circumstances caused delays, "they made it more than right" with quick responses and efficient corrections. The single detailed negative review received a public response offering to review and rectify the issues raised.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Yes. California requires a contractor license for painting projects over $500. Integrity Paint and Design (the licensed entity) holds California CSLB License No. 1021317 with C-33 Painting and Decorating and B-2 Residential Remodeling classifications. The license was issued 11/30/2016, expires 11/30/2026, and status is current and active. A $25,000 contractor's bond is filed with Business Alliance Insurance Company. The company also incorporated as Integrity Paint and General Contracting Inc., a California stock corporation (Entity No. 6481626) filed 12/04/2024 with Active status and Good standing with the Secretary of State and Franchise Tax Board.
-Verification Sources: California CSLB (cslb.ca.gov), California Secretary of State (bizfileonline.sos.ca.gov)
Updated: 04-07-2026