Chooz Score Insights
At the time of our analysis, Fine Painting Inc carried a Chooz Score of 84.8%. Over ten of the reviews we analyzed were posted in the three months before our analysis. The company has painted in Lincoln Park and the wider Chicago area for about 15 years, is accredited with the Better Business Bureau, and is registered in Illinois as IL Business Entity No. 70824701. The business is family owned and operated under Mario Meza, working out of an office on North Ashland Avenue in Chicago.
Across its review profiles, the company held over 90 Google reviews with a 5.0-star rating, along with 5.0 stars on Yelp across over 30 reviews, 4.9 stars on Angi across over 40 reviews, and 100% recommended on Facebook across 4 reviews. Perfect averages on two platforms at once, each with a meaningful review count, are rare, and the Angi profile trails by only a tenth of a star.
Mario Meza is named in most of the reviews we analyzed, giving the quote himself and returning after the job to inspect the work, and reviewers name Luis, Pablo, Jose, Gustavo, and Alicia. We found at least two reviewers describing the crew coming back after completion to correct something, in one case after the bill had been paid. Clear communication is the quality mentioned most often. An owner who quotes the job, inspects it afterward, and sends the crew back for anything short of his standard is the pattern that recurs most.
"Mario came over afterwards to inspect, spotted a few things he didn't think were 100% perfect, and had his crew come back to redo those things, at no additional cost to me. Mario's concern for perfection is rare in the trades." - J K., Google Review
Advice For Future Customers
Several reviewers describe Mario working through the plan at the estimate, from product and finish choices to preparation details, and one says his approach produced the best plan among about ten quotes, so it pays to bring your questions to that first visit. If you are on a tight timeline, say so early. Reviewers describe emergency and move-in jobs completed on short notice, in one case a water damage repair finished in a single day, and one notes extra painters were brought in to meet a move-in date.
Find out more about how we Fine Painting Inc
Worked with this company?
All verified feedback is published, positive or not. Identity and project verified before publication. Direct submissions are unpaid; invited customers may receive a disclosed $50 thank-you that never depends on their answers.
Additional Questions Answered
What kind of painting quality can homeowners expect from Fine Painting?
Homeowners can expect meticulous work and a crew that keeps going until the result is right. On a full first floor project, one client wrote that "Mario's concern for perfection is rare in the trades." Another noted the team returned after the job to fix a small issue, writing "They even came back a few weeks later to fix one tiny mistake". The standard holds from prep to final inspection.
How does Fine Painting keep customers informed throughout a painting project?
Fine Painting keeps clients updated from the first walk through to the final inspection. One customer described how "communication was clear and consistent throughout" the job, and another summed it up simply, writing that "The price was fair and communication excellent." Owner Mario Meza and the team answer questions early, set expectations before work starts, and stay reachable while the project is underway.
Does Fine Painting handle kitchen cabinet painting and refinishing work?
Yes, cabinet painting and refinishing is one of the company's signature services. Homeowners describe dramatic kitchen transformations at a fraction of replacement cost. One client said "The work was flawless, completed on time and on budget." after her cabinets were painted, while another wrote that her "kitchen look updated and with so much light." The process uses careful prep so the finish looks factory smooth.
Is Fine Painting known for fair and transparent pricing on projects?
Fair, upfront pricing is a theme customers raise again and again. One homeowner wrote that "Their pricing was fair and transparent" and that the whole crew was friendly and respectful. Another, after comparing many bids, valued that the work was "finished on budget and on schedule." Estimates are provided in writing so clients know the cost before any work begins.
How quickly can Fine Painting complete a residential painting job?
Fine Painting works efficiently without cutting corners, often finishing faster than homeowners expect. One client compared bids and reported that where another contractor quoted five days, the team "completed everything in a single day without sacrificing quality." The crew tested for issues, repaired water damaged areas, and patched drywall in the same visit. Scheduling is arranged promptly so projects start and finish close to plan.
Does Fine Painting protect a home and clean up after work?
Fine Painting treats a customer's home with care and leaves it tidy at the end. Working in an occupied apartment, one reviewer said the team "left everything clean after themself and covered all my stuff." Zero VOC paints dry quickly and let families stay in the house during the project. Furniture and floors are protected before the first coat, and the space is put back in order once painting wraps.
Why do Fine Painting customers return and refer their friends?
Customers come back and send neighbors because the results and service earn that trust. After a multi surface project, one client wrote "We would definitely hire Fine Painting again and have already referred them to family and neighbors." Many reviewers mention keeping the company for future rooms and projects. Steady crews, honest quotes, and dependable follow through turn a first job into a lasting relationship.
Is Fine Painting a registered business entity in the state of Illinois?
Yes, Fine Painting Inc is a registered Illinois business entity on file with the Illinois Secretary of State under record number 70824701. The company operates from 1212 N Ashland Ave in Chicago and serves Lincoln Park and the surrounding Chicagoland area. This registration reflects an established, formally organized business that homeowners can confirm through the state's public records.
-Verification Sources: Illinois Secretary of State
How Fine Painting Inc Was Evaluated
Every painting company listed on Chooz Painters is evaluated using our multi-step quality framework. We combine structured data analysis with human review to understand how Fine Painting Inc performs across the key signals that matter most to property owners.
How the Chooz Score Works
The Chooz Score is a 100-point rating based on four core pillars:
- Platform reviews & ratings from sources such as Google, Facebook, Yelp, Angi, BBB, and others
- Review quality & engagement, including depth of customer feedback, photos, and how the company responds to reviews
- Website and digital presence, which helps indicate professionalism, transparency, and communication quality
- Business authority & operations, including years in business, licensing, insurance, and other operational standards
Each contractor is evaluated using the same framework nationwide, and the score reflects Fine Painting Inc’s performance within its local market.
A Chooz Score represents real-world performance, verified signals, and human-reviewed context.
Chooz Score Award Levels
Scores are determined through more than 40 evaluation factors across our four pillars.
If you want a deeper explanation of how our scoring system works, you can view the full breakdown on our Chooz Scoring page.