When Tara Lashley pointed out a few nail holes in one wall, the Flannery Painting crew came back with over 30 patches on that same surface, smoothing out "the slightest imperfection." That level of prep work, finding flaws customers never noticed, runs through dozens of reviews spanning nearly three decades of operation in the Twin Cities south metro.
Owner John Flannery has run the company from Eagan since 1998, handling estimates personally and working alongside lead painters Marcelo and Rob on residential and commercial projects. The team covers interior and exterior painting, cabinet refinishing, drywall and plaster repair, ceiling work, deck staining, and wallpaper removal. For cabinet projects, doors and drawer fronts go to the shop for finishing while another crew hand-paints boxes on site.
The fully insured team serves Eagan, Inver Grove Heights, Rosemount, Farmington, Mendota Heights, and surrounding south metro communities. Flannery Painting backs all work with a 100% satisfaction guarantee and has maintained a clean complaint record across 27 years of business.
Prep work before painting is a recurring highlight. Tara Lashley pointed out a few nail holes and discovered the crew patched "over 30" spots on one wall. Lisa Knipping noted they "fixed imperfections in the walls and ceilings that I hadn't even noticed." Bill Wallace described extensive nail pop repair where afterward "you wouldn't believe it." This wall-by-wall inspection appears to be standard practice before any paint goes on.
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The repeat customer rate stands out. Jen Kriske shared "I have been using Flannery Painting since I moved to Eagan in 2017" and estimates most of her house has been repainted by them. Jim Somsky returned "twice in the past few years because the work is outstanding." PSE2237 was so impressed with the first job that he immediately hired them for a second property he was selling. Consistent results and familiar crews drive return business.
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Several reviewers who shopped around still chose Flannery. Ivan Doneshefsky "received 3-estimates and thought that John's was very fair for the work performed." Zoey Stephenson called her quote "extremely competitive with others in the area" but said prep work quality set them apart. Ruth Farina noted the "cost was less than I expected." Reviews consistently pair reasonable pricing with thorough preparation that competitors may skip.
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PSE2237 worked with both leads across two properties and described them as "incredibly friendly and professional." Marcelo runs crew projects. Brett Person noted Marcelo and his team were "fast, clean, friendly, and were great about explaining all aspects." Rob handled a solo project, painting an entire property himself. PSE2237 called Rob "a real professional" who did excellent repair and painting work independently.
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Daily cleanup is one of the most consistent themes across reviews. Bonnie Hess noted the crew "always cleaned up after themselves and made sure we had minimal disruptions to our evening." Courtney Jarboe praised their approach to "covering furniture or other areas while prepping and painting." Karin Williamson mentioned they "cleaned up the work area everyday before they left." Multiple reviews describe vacuuming, furniture protection, and tidy work zones as standard practice.
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JandK's review reveals a telling detail. After completing one project, John provided an estimate for a different job and "advised me what was necessary and what was NOT needed, which I think is the mark of someone who you want to do business with." This pattern of honesty over upselling appears in other reviews where John steers customers toward practical solutions rather than the most expensive options.
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Multiple homeowners report leaving during projects without concern. Marianne Burns stated John "is trustworthy and I would not hesitate to leave him in my home unattended." Karin Williamson mentioned being at work while the crew painted her kitchen cabinets, noting "they were completely trustworthy and made sure my house was secure when they left each day." Crew members Bobby and Kevyn drew similar trust from Bonnie Hess.
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The single sub-5-star review in the past two years comes from Jesse, who initially rated Flannery 5 stars but lowered to 3 because of repeated review solicitation emails. Jesse confirmed "they did a great job painting" and the work itself was not the issue. Owner John Flannery responded professionally, acknowledged the strong results, and suggested the email un-subscribe option. No reviews cite quality complaints or unresolved workmanship issues.
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Flannery Painting and Decorating L.L.C. is registered as a domestic Limited Liability Company with the Minnesota Secretary of State, File No. 665832300020, with a status of Active / In Good Standing. The LLC was filed on April 7, 2013 with a renewal due date of December 31, 2026. Manager is John E Flannery at 564 Coventry Pkwy, Eagan, MN 55123. Registered agents include Colleen M Flannery, Abigail A Flannery, and Sydney M Flannery. Minnesota requires a Residential Building Contractor license through the Department of Labor and Industry for painting projects exceeding $15,000. A search of the MN DLI database did not return a Residential Contractor license under this entity or John E Flannery's name.
-Verification Sources: Minnesota Secretary of State Business Search, Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry Contractor Lookup