Robert Sloboda founded Freedom Painting LLC in 2016 and has since built a painting and home improvement operation covering more than 40 communities across Metro Detroit. Based in Farmington Hills, the fully insured company handles interior and exterior residential painting, factory-quality cabinet refinishing using fine-finish sprayers, drywall installation and repair, wallpaper removal, deck and fence staining, and light carpentry including trim, crown molding, and wainscoting.
Rob personally manages estimates and stays involved through project completion. Crew members Mike, Ray, Jason, and Nick handle on-site work, with customers identifying them by name across dozens of reviews. The team serves homeowners from Allen Park and Ann Arbor to Clarkston, Sterling Heights, and Ypsilanti.
Freedom Painting backs all work with a warranty and uses low-VOC, eco-friendly paints. The company also operates as a Home Depot Pro Referral partner, connecting homeowners with vetted contractors for painting and repair projects throughout Southeast Michigan.
Updated: 04-06-2026
Rob handles the initial estimate, guides color selection, and frequently works alongside his crew on job sites. Rayna Reid noted that Rob "LISTENS!! I mention listening skills because this seems to be a difficult skill for some contractors." Linda described his team as "impeccable in their work" and called herself "a 100% satisfied customer." Arthur Bulat added that Rob "sounded professional and trustworthy right off the bat" and helped him choose the right paints without misleading him.
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Several customers hired Freedom Painting after other contractors caused damage or abandoned work. Nancy Koza had cabinets damaged by another company and said Freedom Painting made them look "like brand new ones." Donovan Colquitt, a first-time homeowner dealing with renovation errors, wrote that they "patiently communicated and collaborated effectively" and "went the extra mile by explaining what was wrong." Alexander Wright described trying multiple contractors who kept "hanging us out to dry" before finding Freedom Painting and calling it "struck gold."
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Cabinet work represents one of the company's core specialties. The team uses fine-finish sprayers to achieve a smooth, texture-free result that resembles factory finish. Lilly Riopelle wrote that watching the crew do "the tedious process of sanding, priming, and painting" reassured her she made the right call, adding it was "worth every penny." Robert Rampersad said the cabinet work "gave the house a very modern look" and Anne Zemba called Robert "wonderful to work with and a true professional."
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Customers frequently note competitive pricing without sacrificing quality. Jim H found "pricing was right in line with the other bids" while praising the communication and efficiency. Aditya Kastury said Freedom Painting had "the most reasonable quote" among the companies he contacted. Fritz George Sauer highlighted that the team completed his project on time and even included "additional power washing of siding at no extra charge."
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The company has a notable base of repeat customers. Doris Blair has worked with Freedom Painting "since 2014 and they never disappoint," adding that she has referred friends and family who were equally pleased. Eileen Giesbrecht has had "2 homes inside and out" painted since 2014 and has recommended them to a dozen people. Julie Quasarano wrote she has "used this company multiple times and can highly recommend." Rupal Desai stated Rob has "done work on all the properties I've lived in."
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Mike appears by name in multiple reviews handling door painting, interior work, and detail finishing. Terry Hoffman described Mike's door framing work as "absolutely fantastic" and called him "very meticulous." Gibin James noted that "Mike and the crew was professional, punctual, and left the space clean each day." Miky Barton added a "special thank you to Mike, your attention to small detail was so appreciated."
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The company regularly takes on handyman and carpentry work alongside painting jobs. L 7298 hired them through Home Depot Pro Referral to replace all door trims after a flooring installation left "ugly gaps around every door" and Ray completed the job in one day. Lidia Iacobelli had water damage repaired and "a beautiful picture rail moulding" added. Claudia Sin hired them to install a large three-piece mirror, praising Robert, Mike, and Troy for coming "sharp at the time communicated."
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Rob provides hands-on color guidance during the estimate process and has been known to intervene when he spots a potential issue. Aditya Kastury shared that Rob "paused the work because he thought the colors we purchased did not match" and was "absolutely right." Kristin Bongiovanni noted that "Robert was truly patient with us as we color matched several shades." Wendy Martin described how Rob "gave us a quote and sent color samples" before work began.
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Michigan requires a Residential Maintenance and Alteration Contractor license through LARA for painting projects exceeding $600. Freedom Painting LLC's website states the company is fully licensed and insured. The business is registered as a Domestic Limited Liability Company with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Entity No. 801958995, filed 04/04/2016, with Active status and Good AR standing. The registered agent is Robert Sloboda, with a registered office at 37075 White Tail Ct, Farmington Hills, MI 48335.
-Verification Sources: Michigan Secretary of State Business Entity Search, Michigan LARA
Updated: 04-07-2026