Led by certified color experts and EPA RRP lead-safe certified professionals, PaintGreen has served San Diego County homeowners since founder Jon Ray established the company on April 1, 2007. The fully bonded and insured team, operating from 8861 Balboa Ave in San Diego, merged with Peek Brothers Painting (established 1980) to bring over 40 years of combined painting heritage to every project.
The company handles residential and commercial painting, with particular expertise in cabinet refinishing, exterior repaints, deck staining, faux finishes, popcorn ceiling removal, and drywall repair. PaintGreen uses low and zero-VOC paints and holds membership in the Painting Contractors Association (PCA). Their selective hiring process screens roughly 125 applicants per painter hired, and uniformed crew members are paired with experienced leads for on-the-job training.
Based in San Diego, they serve Del Mar, La Jolla, Encinitas, Rancho Santa Fe, Cardiff, Solana Beach, Coronado, Poway, La Mesa, and surrounding communities. PaintGreen offers a nine-year workmanship warranty and provides financing through Wisetack. The company was a Finalist for the 2025 BBB Torch Award for Ethics.
Updated: 04-06-2026
Across dozens of reviews, customers consistently call out individual painters. Scott B. praised Jorge O. and Hugo M. for attention to detail that "far exceeded my expectations" while Candy C. described Raul's custom cabinet staining as "flawless" and the entire process as "smooth and stress-free." Leslie R. commended Jorge and Hugo for being "meticulous in prepping floors and surfaces." This pattern of naming specific craftspeople suggests genuine crew consistency.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Cabinet work is one of PaintGreen's core specialties, requiring sprayers and precision techniques. Janice G. described her finished kitchen cabinets as "stunning" and noted the "value added to my home more than covers the price." Jim K. called Larry "nothing short of an artist" for his wood touch-up and cabinet work. Barbara M. summed up her cabinet experience simply with "loving my new kitchen cabinets."
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Daily communication is a recurring theme. Melissa C. praised "good communication daily" from project manager Danny and the crew. Cassy H. described the full experience, noting "Heather communicated all steps and scheduling with me" and that Daniel checked in to make sure the job stayed on track. Sonja K. said "every person on the team I talked to was professional, pleasant, and personable."
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Two Yelp reviewers raised concerns. K P. gave 3 stars after a consultation where the estimator pushed for an on-the-spot commitment, describing it as "sales tactics" they did not appreciate. Svetlana R. gave 2 stars after never receiving a promised quote, stating "the communication with customers isn't the best." Neither review received an owner response, which represents a missed opportunity for resolution.
-Review Snippet Sources: Yelp
Several customers hired PaintGreen for older properties. Carrie H. said the company did "an amazing job on my 102 year old house" and found the team "friendly and accommodating." Dan K. described a total repaint of his "50-year-old Del Mar home" with "attention to detail, prep work and care for my property" that was "remarkable." Roberta K. praised the team's work on her "100 year old cottage-craftsman."
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Multiple customers mention competitive value. Dom D. described PaintGreen as "unbeatable quality at unbeatable prices." Ralph K. called it a "great price" and said he would "highly recommend them." The Yelp FAQ notes their pricing pages offer general estimates for interior, exterior, and cabinet work, with detailed written quotes provided after in-home consultations.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews, Yelp
Reviews consistently reference the same crew members across multiple projects, and the company website describes a rigorous hiring process where roughly 125 applicants are screened per hire. Deirdre J., a repeat customer over 15 years, praised Sergio and Umberto, noting "both times we've been extremely pleased with the results." Shirley D., another returning customer, said "I have been using Peek/Paint Green as my go to paint company for several years."
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
California requires a C-33 Painting and Decorating Contractor license for projects over $1,000. PaintGreen holds an active CSLB License No. 1124225, verified through the California Contractors State License Board. The business operates as PaintGreen Aleph LLC, Entity No. 202462011375, filed with the California Secretary of State on April 24, 2024 and currently active.
-Verification Sources: California CSLB, California Secretary of State
Updated: 04-07-2026