McCartney Painting brings over three decades of hands-on experience to painting and restoration work across San Francisco and the Bay Area. Owner Kieron McCartney founded the company in 1989 after years as a union painter, building a team of seasoned professionals who understand the unique demands of the city's Victorian homes, stucco facades, and marine-influenced climate.
The company handles both interior and exterior residential projects, along with select commercial work. Services extend well beyond brush and roller to include pressure washing, deck refinishing, elastomeric waterproofing, dry rot repair, minor carpentry, faux finishes, wood graining, and lead abatement. Kieron coordinates with vetted subcontract carpenters and other trades when a project calls for structural repairs before paint can go on.
Based in the Sunset District, McCartney Painting operates as a deliberately small firm so that Kieron stays personally involved on every job. Foreman Miguel and a consistent in-house crew handle projects from prep through final walk-through, cleaning up at the end of each day. The company holds California Contractor License and is bonded and insured, with EPA certification for lead-safe work practices.
Updated: 06-04-2026
Homeowners describe a company that adapts to their timelines rather than dictating one. One customer reported having to reschedule a few times due to a changing schedule and found Kieron willing to accommodate every shift without complaint. Another noted that Kieron fit a smaller job in ahead of his typical 3-to-6-month wait and still finished ahead of the agreed date. Clients with phased renovation schedules also credit the team with seamlessly pausing and restarting around other trades.
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Reviewers consistently highlight prep work as the defining strength of the operation. One homeowner with an older Victorian needing extensive repair noted the team washed, sanded, and repaired the existing structure before applying two coats of Sherwin Williams paint. Dry rot discovery during the project led to a subcontract carpenter completing repairs within 48 hours. Other customers mention power washing, sealing of cracks, and thorough scraping as standard steps before any paint is applied.
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Clients describe an owner who stays hands-on from the first estimate through final inspection. One reviewer noted that Kieron was always available to answer any questions and provided clear, detailed contracts with no hidden surprises. His approach to color selection draws particular praise, with multiple homeowners crediting his guidance on choosing the right shades for Victorian multi-color palettes and navigating San Francisco's micro-climates. Several reviews mention personal follow-up calls and thank-you notes after project completion.
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The in-house team, led by foreman Miguel, receives consistent praise for politeness, punctuality, and site cleanliness. One customer noted the crew moved all of our plants and decorations out of the way for painting, and once the painting was done they put everything back exactly where it had been. Multiple reviewers describe painters who are quiet, considerate, and leave the work area cleaner than they found it at the end of each day. Named crew members including Simon, Bryan, Jose, and Paul Freeman appear across reviews spanning several years.
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Several reviewers have returned to McCartney Painting after a decade or more. One homeowner called them back because of the quality and duration of the first paint job ten years earlier and did not consider any other suppliers. Another long-term client noted this was their second engagement over many years and called it the best decision. Pricing is described as competitive without sacrificing quality, with one customer confirming the bid was fair and cheaper than other bids we received.
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Kieron regularly brings in vetted subcontractors to handle work outside the painting scope. One detailed review describes Kieron connecting the homeowner with two separate subcontractors for stucco and roofing repairs, then coordinating paint to follow seamlessly once repairs were done. Another customer needed a carpenter for dry rot and deck damage; Kieron recommended one who completed repairs within 48 hours so painting could proceed on schedule. Clients note that Kieron manages all coordination himself.
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McCartney Painting operates as McCartney Restoration, Painting & Waterproofing, Inc., a California stock corporation (Entity No. 2952542) with active status filed with the Secretary of State since January 2008. The company holds California Contractors State License Board License #604311, originally issued October 1990, with current expiration September 2026. The business is also registered with the BBB with an A+ rating, though it is not BBB accredited. Kieron McCartney serves as owner and registered agent.
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Updated: 06-04-2026