About PB Painting
Serving homeowners and businesses across San Diego County, PB Painting brings a hands-on, owner-operated approach to every residential and commercial painting project. Owner Cameron Maltby built the company on transparent pricing, detailed estimates, and crews who show up when promised. The team uses premium Sherwin-Williams products combined with proven prep methods like spraying and back-rolling to deliver finishes that hold up under Southern California sun and coastal air.
Projects range from full exterior repaints on two-story stucco homes to quick interior refreshes for condos, mobile homes, and multi-unit apartment buildings. Each job starts with a thorough walkthrough and a written scope of work so clients know what to expect before a single drop of paint hits the wall. On-site project managers check progress daily, send photo updates through CompanyCam, and handle change orders without delays.
Backed by a 3-year standard warranty, the crew has earned consistent praise for stucco repair, wrought iron restoration, fence and deck staining, and color consultation. The company is licensed, bonded, and insured in California and serves neighborhoods from Pacific Beach and La Jolla to Chula Vista, Escondido, and Lakeside.
Updated: 06-10-2026
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How does PB Painting handle the challenge of painting older stucco and historic homes that need extra prep work?
Several customers have brought up this exact concern before hiring the team. Bill Grimm described a 100-year-old craftsman house that required extensive scraping and priming of bare areas, plus foundation crack repairs. Mason Schmitz hired PB Painting for a historic home restoration and reports the house looks amazing after the crew went above and beyond following an initial misunderstanding. Diane Sette Arruza trusted them with her 1930s stucco home and praised the quality and attention to detail on a project where craftsmanship mattered most.
What can homeowners expect from PB Painting when it comes to communication and daily project updates?
The company assigns on-site project managers who keep clients informed at every stage. John Weidner noted that Cameron, Santiago, and Jacob kept me informed daily on the status of the job and upcoming tasks. Byron Bunda described Santiago handling pre-work organization while Jacob visited every day to inspect progress, addressing concerns the very next day without hesitation. Danielle V highlighted the coordination between Cameron, Santiago, and Jacob, calling the team's structure a key reason her large exterior project went smoothly.
How does PB Painting compare on price when homeowners get multiple estimates for a project?
Competitive pricing comes up repeatedly across reviews. Brian Bradley initially received three estimates and almost dismissed PB Painting for insisting on a thorough walkthrough, but ultimately appreciated that Cameron came in at a very fair price compared to competitors. Blake Brown noted the team came in well below all other painters contacted. Stacie mittelman received an additional discount for scheduling flexibility. Bob in Escondido and Tiarra Nicole on Facebook both highlight competitive pricing with no sacrifice in quality.
What has been customers' experience with PB Painting on large commercial or multi-unit projects?
The team has handled substantial commercial work alongside its residential base. JT Taylor described two separate two-story buildings with 16 units total, praising the crew for being respectful and very accommodating for tenants and visitors. Joel Baker also managed a 16-unit apartment building and said the crew called daily with updates and completed change orders smoothly. N T. on Yelp corroborated the same quality on a 16-unit apartment complex. Evan Calderon praised speed and scheduling precision at The Conrad commercial facility.
How does PB Painting ensure quality when the owner or project manager cannot be on-site every day?
Cameron Maltby has built a layered management structure that customers notice. Chris Tucker described daily supervisor visits to inspect the painters' work. Elizabeth Seibel, relocating from Ohio, received photo updates of painted rooms every couple of days from Cameron. Carly Seliga noted that Cameron handled the estimate, Jacob ensured every detail was managed, and painters Luis and Eva delivered attention to detail second to none. frank specifically praised the chain from Cameron to project manager Jacob to master painter Giovanny.
What should homeowners know about how PB Painting handles cleanup and job site management?
Consistent feedback points to thorough daily cleanup routines. Kurt Boess noted the team kept a clean and safe workplace and cleaned their work area each day. Brenda Fagan Johnson described painters Miguel and Sal who cleaned up every day and moved everything back exactly where it was after four days of work. Shalina Mann's interior quote included moving furniture and protecting everything in the home. Dan R. on Yelp praised the crew for cleaning up after every visit despite the difficulty of the project.
How does PB Painting address touch-ups or minor issues after a project is completed?
Follow-through after the final walkthrough is a consistent theme. Nicole Turner appreciated that the team came back and did some touch ups after the initial job. Nikki Goldman described painters who returned to fix imperfections that were already close to perfect. ujwala rajgopal mentioned that rainstorms interrupted some exterior rafters, but Cameron was diligent about sending the crew back to complete the work to full satisfaction. Peter Gillin noted Cameron quickly addressed spots that needed repainting.
Is PB Painting licensed and registered as a business entity in California?
PB Painting holds California Contractors State License Board License No. 1099764, classified as Sole Ownership, issued 12/15/2022 with an expiration date of 12/31/2026. The company is also registered with the California Secretary of State as PB Painting LLC, Entity No. 202357619321, filed 6/13/2023, status Active with Good standing.
-Verification Sources: CSLB, California Secretary of State