When Erica Pang's apartment needed work on textured walls, water damage with mold, and tricky nooks throughout, she was nervous about finding the right contractor. After the project, even her mother-in-law, "who always nit picks on every little detail awed at the work and quality and had nothing to say." That silence spoke volumes about what owner Daniel Lima and his team deliver.
Daniel Lima founded Endure Painting in May 2018, incorporating as a California stock corporation before obtaining his C-33 Painting and Decorating contractor license that November. The company operates from 1031 San Leandro Blvd in San Leandro, serving San Francisco, the Peninsula, South Bay, and Alameda County. Daniel personally handles estimates alongside Brian Pantuj, bringing color charts, cabinet door samples, and project photos to every appointment.
The fully licensed and insured team includes Project Coordinator Ana Barrera, Field Supervisor Pedro Rodriguez, and experienced painters like Javier, Edwin, Hector, Miguel, and Carlos. The company maintains a $15,000 contractor bond and specializes in residential, commercial, and HOA painting throughout the Bay Area.
Sandra Ruhl's experience reveals how the team handles imperfections. When crack repairs showed visible paint transitions, "they repainted almost the entire room, which included a vaulted ceiling." When she changed her mind about window frame colors, Javier "encouraged me to have the team redo the painting." This pattern of making things right without pushback appears throughout their reviews.
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Peter Braden's 100-year-old home presented cracking issues on lathe and plaster walls. The team "provided multiple options for how to repair them before painting" and "recommended specific paints to use in our bathroom to help with the humid environment." They completed thorough prep work, crack repairs, and cleanup. This expertise with historic Bay Area properties shows throughout their project history.
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Cabinet work dominates their positive feedback. Dennis Wu found his kitchen "looks like it's brand new and modern with the new paint." Lisa St.Claire contacted them because "they specialized in cabinet painting" for her 1960s kitchen when she lacked budget for a full remodel. The painting team, "Miguel and Carlos in particular, did a fantastic job and took a lot of pride in their work."
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Ellen Frankel discovered an unexpected level of care. The crew "moved all the paintings and photographs and knick-knacks themselves, carefully taking pictures before putting everything back in its exact same spot." Anita Miller noted their protection and coverage throughout her project, stating "their post-project cleanup exceeded my expectations." Multiple reviews confirm they leave spaces spotless.
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Julia Zhao's one-star review claimed an estimator took photos and never returned. Owner Daniel Lima responded directly, noting he "tried looking you up in our system and I can't seem to find your name anywhere" and offered his personal phone number for resolution. He suggested a potential typo in contact information may have caused the communication breakdown, demonstrating willingness to investigate and resolve issues.
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Carissa Cooksey, a property manager, has used Endure for "multiple jobs for me in the past two years" with "exceptional" communication and work performance. Real estate professional Andrew Pitarre, who prepares "dozens of homes / year for the market," keeps Endure "on my list of trusted vendors." This repeat business from professionals who stake their reputation on contractor performance indicates reliability.
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Rishi Nijhon took bids from three companies for specialized window trim work. Endure "was in the middle in terms of price offers" and he "felt good about the price because of how everything was explained." The reviewer NA chose Endure despite paying "a bit more" because they sensed "their customer service and quality of work was worth it." Value perception over lowest price emerges as a pattern.
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Flexibility appears throughout reviews. Jennifer Verstrepen needed help "on short notice after another company backed out." Sammy Shreibati found scheduling "really flexible" when weather delays required rescheduling "twice." Cecille Wong was "in time crunch to get the work done and move in" and Daniel "made sure the work got completed on time." The team adapts to customer circumstances rather than rigid schedules.
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California requires a C-33 Painting and Decorating contractor license for painting projects over $500. Endure Painting Inc. holds License No. 1047028, issued November 19, 2018 with an expiration date of November 30, 2026 and Active status. The business is registered as a California Stock Corporation (Entity No. 4150238) with an initial filing date of May 7, 2018. The registered agent is Nathanael Daniel Lima Gonzalez at the company's San Leandro address. All standings with the Secretary of State, Franchise Tax Board, and Agent are listed as Good.
-Verification Sources: California CSLB, California Secretary of State