Raymond Gil Jr. founded Proactive Painting in 2018 after a decade working his way up to foreman positions at painting companies throughout the Bay Area. Based in San Jose, the fully licensed, bonded and insured team has built a reputation for transforming Silicon Valley homes through interior and exterior painting, cabinet refinishing, deck staining, and epoxy flooring services.
Raymond personally handles estimates and color consultations while crew members David, Jose, Leo, and Carlos execute projects across San Jose, Palo Alto, Los Gatos, and surrounding communities. The company also serves commercial and industrial clients, offering services ranging from office repaints to warehouse coating applications.
Proactive Painting emphasizes what Raymond calls taking "action today instead of tomorrow" and maintains a tech-forward approach with digital scheduling and consistent client communication throughout every project. The company is a member of the Painting Contractors Association.
Updated: 04-06-2026
Punctuality appears consistently across reviews. Customers describe crews arriving on time and often completing work faster than expected. One reviewer noted the team "finished before estimated time" while another mentioned Raymond "showed up exactly when they said they would." The company's scheduling system includes confirmation communications before arrivals.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Surface preparation stands out as a consistent strength. Customers describe "meticulous" prep work including proper masking, furniture protection, and surface repairs before painting begins. Multiple reviews praise the attention to edges and trim, with one customer noting "razor-sharp edges" on the finished work. The crew addresses baseboards, door frames, and ceiling lines with care.
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Cleanup receives frequent praise in reviews. Customers consistently mention that crews leave homes "cleaner than when they started" and protect flooring and furniture throughout projects. One reviewer specifically noted being "surprised how clean and efficient they were" during a multi-day exterior project. Daily cleanup appears to be standard practice.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Raymond and his team maintain consistent contact throughout projects. Customers mention receiving updates via calls and texts, with one noting "excellent communication from start to finish." Raymond makes himself available for questions and often visits job sites daily during larger projects. The company uses a digital scheduling system for appointment confirmations.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Reviews indicate the company addresses post-completion concerns promptly. One customer described finding areas needing touch-up after an exterior project and noted they were "addressed quickly." Another mentioned that after discovering a door issue, crew member David "came by again to sand it down and paint it again." The responsiveness pattern suggests accountability for finished work.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews, Yelp
Color consultation emerges as a notable service. Multiple customers mention Raymond providing guidance on paint colors, with one stating he "provided us some great ideas for us to consider for color of the paint." Another customer who was uncertain about their color scheme said Raymond "assured it would look good once it's done and it looked phenomenal." This appears included with estimates.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Reviews indicate consistent crew assignment throughout projects. Customers frequently mention the same team members by name (David, Jose, Leo, Carlos) working from beginning to end. One customer who used Proactive Painting on "two homes" noted the same quality and crew consistency both times. Raymond often supervises personally on larger jobs.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Proactive Painting Inc. holds California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) License No. 1042658 for Painting and Decorating (C-33 classification). The license was originally issued on 8-3-2018, most recently reissued on 9-26-2024, and remains active with an expiration date of 9-30-2026. The company is registered with the California Secretary of State as Proactive Painting Inc. (Entity No. 6237849), a California Stock Corporation filed on 5-21-2024. All standings with the Secretary of State, Franchise Tax Board, and other state agencies are listed as Good.
-Verification Sources: California Contractors State License Board, California Secretary of State
Updated: 04-07-2026