Too many homeowners in the Thousand Oaks area have dealt with painting contractors who cut corners on prep work, leave behind messy job sites, or pile on surprise charges after the initial quote. Owner Pablo Barranco founded 805 Paint Pros in 2018 after learning the trade from his father, who still works alongside the crew today. That family foundation shapes how the company operates, with consistent in-house crews rather than subcontractors.
The company handles interior and exterior residential painting, cabinet refinishing, drywall repair, popcorn ceiling removal, wallpaper removal, pressure washing, and garage epoxy flooring. Crew members Cesar, Jorge, Edgar, and Miguel run job sites while Pablo handles every in-person estimate and color selection consultation. Projects range from single-room refreshes to complete whole-home transformations and even multi-unit condo buildings.
The fully licensed and insured team is a California-licensed C-33 Painting and Decorating contractor. They serve Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Camarillo, Oxnard, Ventura, and surrounding communities within a 25-mile radius. Bilingual services and free estimates are available for all projects.
Updated: 04-06-2026
Prep work is the most frequently praised aspect across reviews. Greg Bostrom describes how the crew "thoroughly scraped, sanded, power washed, re-spackled and caulked all chips and cracks" before any paint was applied. Joe F. notes they "spent 1.5 days doing serious prep work." Seen Robinson adds that "doing great prep work made a difference." Customers consistently report that thorough preparation leads to results that exceed expectations.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Multiple customers sought several bids before choosing this company. Catherine Lousen notes the "price was below what the other three estimates I received." Jess B. on Yelp explains they collected quotes and 805 Paint Pros offered "one of the more affordable quotes." Bobby G. appreciates "no 'gimmicks' or 'upsells'" with work that exceeded expectations. The pattern shows competitive pricing paired with quality results.
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Gary Wetzel highlights that "Pablo's father, who taught Pablo the business, was part of the crew" and notes his father "has undoubtedly formed his son's character." Kimal Singhe confirms this is "a family owned business" where ownership cares about the quality and "takes good care of the paint crews who are long term employees." Pablo learned the trade from his father starting in 2009, and his father remains active on job sites.
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Reviews highlight both speed and thoroughness. Tianna Pasko had her "entire interior" completed "in only 4 days" with the crew finishing early. Michael Locher was impressed when the team completed a job in two days "when other quotes we got told us they would need 5-7 days." Amy Driscoll calls them "the best and most efficient painting crew around." Reliable timelines without sacrificing quality appear throughout reviews.
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The Calabasas reviewer on Yelp notes Pablo "didn't even charge deposit or ask money up front like most others." Jessica Bluestone confirms "they don't accept a dollar of payment until the job is fully completed." This no-deposit policy stands out in an industry where many contractors require 30-50% upfront. It reflects confidence in the finished product and eliminates a common homeowner concern about paying before seeing results.
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Reviews confirm a wide range of capabilities beyond paint. Lisa Mar Eskanos describes "hand painting our non-traditional baseboard channel, performing extensive drywall repair, and spraying speakers." Sherry Harden's 1928 home required sanding of "intricate crown moldings" with careful attention to casement windows. Rochelle Heather mentions both "interior painting and garage epoxy." The company also handles stucco repair, wood rot repair, fence staining, and pressure washing.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Two one-star reviews exist among 97 total. In the Ramin Majdi pricing dispute, Pablo responded with documented text exchanges showing multiple discount offers were extended before the reviewer declined. The second negative review was flagged for authenticity verification. Bobby G. captures the more common experience, noting "no 'gimmicks' or 'upsells', just a great paint job that more than exceeded expectations."
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Tori Cohen writes "this is the third time we have used 805 Paint Pros" and plans to continue. Sara Matuzak returned for a second project, and N A came back after a positive first experience. Mia Taylor notes "we've already given their number to a few people." Stan Vansant describes neighbors walking by asking "who painted your house." Word-of-mouth referrals and repeat business appear frequently.
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California requires a C-33 Painting and Decorating contractor license through the Contractors State License Board (CSLB) for projects over $500. 805 Paint Pros holds CSLB License No. 1057227, classified as C-33 Painting and Decorating, with active status through 8/31/2027. The business is registered as 805 PAINT PROS, a Stock Corporation (Entity No. 5571566) filed with the California Secretary of State on 3/14/2023. The registered agent is Pablo Luis Barranco Pineda.
-Verification Sources: California CSLB, California Secretary of State
Updated: 04-07-2026