Co-founders Jay McGarrity and Joey Vumbaco launched Curb Appeal Pros LLC in 2021, bringing combined painting industry experience dating back to 2013 when both worked at one of the nation's largest painting contractors. Based in Palm Harbor, the fully licensed and insured company handles residential and commercial painting across Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties, with particular strength in exterior house painting, stucco repair and sealing, interior transformations, cabinet refinishing, and epoxy floor coatings.
Jay personally manages estimates and color consultations while Joey oversees scheduling and client communication. Lead painter Angel runs most residential job sites, with crew members Nathen and Anthony handling projects throughout the Tampa Bay area. The company holds Pinellas County Construction License Board credentials and is a BBB-accredited business. Curb Appeal Pros offers a three-year craftsmanship warranty backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee, and provides senior citizen, teacher, first responder, and military discounts.
Updated: 04-06-2026
Competitive pricing is one of the most frequently cited themes across reviews. Andrei Morozov noted their "quote was considerably lower than other competitors" while C Davis found "the pricing was less than expected." Harold Lampert summed it up with "fair price and good work. What more can you ask for?" Multiple customers mention getting several quotes before choosing Curb Appeal Pros based on value.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews, BBB
Both owners stay hands-on throughout the process. Patricia D'Andrea described how Jay "came back to my house twice (including Father's Day) to test some different paint samples I had purchased from Sherwin Williams." J P noted that after the job was completed, "Jay immediately responded and came back to the house even after payment." Joey personally walks properties with customers before work begins and manages scheduling around client needs.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Angel appears by name across multiple reviews for his work ethic and results. Toby Levy described how "Angel and his crew did an amazing job" painting four rooms with different colors, finishes, texturing, and an accent wall in under three days. Lois Powell appreciated "walking around the house with him to ensure we were happy with the outcome." Nancy McCullough praised Angel's work on her mobile home, calling him "awesome."
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Stucco repair combined with painting is a core strength. Nicole Russell described how Joey's team "dug out around the house to expose the entire home, pressure washed the house, and sealed all the cracks" to stop water leaks, calling the result "this saved our home." Robert Bradshaw confirmed they "repaired stucco on the fireplace exterior and outside window sills" before painting. Joey's owner response referenced genuine concern about the family's water damage situation.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews, Facebook
Speed paired with thorough preparation defines their process. Curtis Briles described a full exterior job completed in a single day, noting "their quick work did not come with a lack of attention to detail." Merrellyn Lee outlined a structured three-day process for her exterior, and Steve Willingham confirmed the crew "thoroughly cleaned the walls, facia and soffits prior to painting" before applying quality paint with great trim work.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Repeat business and referral patterns appear throughout reviews. Brian H on BBB stated "I just had another paint job done inside with the same crew, and they did not disappoint" after an earlier exterior project. C Davis was "referred to us by a family member, previously pleased with their experience." Merrellyn Lee planned to have Curb Appeal back for interior work after her exterior was completed.
-Review Snippet Sources: BBB, Google Reviews
The company handles multi-unit and commercial work alongside residential projects. Deborah Kantor described choosing them "to take on our townhouse community painting project" and praised the experience working with their HOA organization. Joanne Neal hired them for "the sealing and painting we needed done on the stucco of our townhome." The company serves offices, retail spaces, and multi-unit complexes throughout Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Florida does not require a state-level painting contractor license. However, Curb Appeal Pros LLC holds Pinellas County Construction License Board License No. C-11637 as a county-certified contractor. The business is registered as CURB APPEAL PROS LLC with the Florida Division of Corporations, Entity No. L21000492062, filed 11/16/2021 with an effective date of 11/10/2021, status Active. The LLC is managed by Joseph P. Vumbaco III and James J. McGarrity Jr., both listed at 35246 US HWY 19 N, No. 211, Palm Harbor, FL 34684. Pinellas County license lookup available at https://contractorsearch.pcclb.com/ and FL SOS entity search at https://search.sunbiz.org/Inquiry/CorporationSearch/ByName.
-Verification Sources: Pinellas County Construction License Board via BBB, Florida Division of Corporations (Sunbiz)
Updated: 04-07-2026