Chooz Score Insights
At the time of our analysis, R3 Painting carried a Chooz Score of 85.5%. The company has operated in the Hampstead area since 2016 and is registered as an active North Carolina business entity. It is locally owned and run by owner Scott Reitan, and its service area covers Hampstead, Wilmington, Jacksonville, and the surrounding coastal communities.
Across its review profiles, the company held a 5.0-star rating across over 40 Google reviews, along with 3.5 stars on Yelp from just two reviews. The Google rating is unusually clean at this volume, and the thin Yelp profile is the one place the picture is less uniform.
Across the reviews we analyzed, nearly all on Google, a few patterns stand out. The owner, Scott, is named in nearly every review, and the same painters, Jeremy and Jack, recur across separate projects, consistent with a small owner-run crew rather than subcontracted labor. Popcorn ceiling removal comes up repeatedly, alongside interior repaints, cabinet refinishing, and trim. Several reviewers note fair, competitive quotes and daily cleanup, and at least four describe hiring the company again. None of the reviews we analyzed contained a written complaint.
"Even when presented with an unexpected problem in my remodel, he addressed it without issue. At the end of each day and before beginning a new day, he would ask if I had any concerns with the work." - Bonnie H., Google Review
Advice For Future Customers
If you are working against a move-in or another hard deadline, say so when you request your quote. Several reviewers describe Scott fitting the job in and finishing before a move-in date once he understood the timeline. Reviewers also describe close daily contact during the job, with the owner checking in about any concerns before and after each day of work, so it is worth raising anything you want adjusted while the crew is still on site rather than at the end.
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What does R3 Painting handle when it comes to popcorn ceiling removal?
Popcorn ceiling removal is one of the jobs R3 Painting does most, taking down the texture, repairing the surface, and painting it smooth. Joseph Paletti wrote that Scott "did a wonderful job removing my popcorn ceilings" and called him courteous and punctual. Nick Skulski said the crew "removed all of the popcorn ceiling, refinished, and painted all of the walls" right before his move-in date.
How does R3 Painting approach kitchen cabinet painting and refinishing work?
Cabinet painting and refinishing is a regular part of R3 Painting's work, from dated kitchen cabinets to full refinishes. Pam Meador said Scott "did an outstanding job painting our 17 year old kitchen cabinets" and praised his attention to detail. Noemi Beltran hired the team to refinish her kitchen cabinets and a bathroom vanity, and wrote afterward that her "cabinets look fantastic".
How does R3 Painting protect furniture and floors during a project?
R3 Painting covers and guards a home before any painting starts, protecting furniture, floors, and belongings through the whole job. Holly Giarratano said the team "took great care to make sure our furniture/floors stayed clean" and stayed attentive to detail. Anne Cockerham pointed to "the care of covering our furniture, rugs and accessories", which is a routine the crew keeps on every project.
Does R3 Painting show up on time and keep to the schedule?
Yes, arriving on time and holding to a schedule is something R3 Painting customers mention again and again. Bonnie Hunt said Scott "provided timely quotes, prompt communications and a finished product" she was pleased with. Debora Davis wrote that the crew was "on time and a beautiful job", and other homeowners note that Scott shows up when he says he will.
What interior painting projects has R3 Painting completed for local homeowners?
Interior painting runs from single rooms to whole-house repaints with trim, doors, and ceilings for R3 Painting. Fiona Cole hired the team for a "total interior paint renovation of our house" that included popcorn removal and heavy prep. David Koon said the crew "did a fabulous job on the interior of our home" and called them professional and punctual throughout.
Is R3 Painting known for fair pricing and clear estimates?
Fair, upfront pricing is a theme in R3 Painting reviews, and the company takes no money down with payment due on completion. Warren White valued that there was "no money down and payment upon completion" so he knew the job would be finished right. Adam Horne received a quote "so competitive that I was concerned the quality would suffer", then found the work excellent.
Do customers come back to R3 Painting for more than one project?
Many homeowners return to R3 Painting and pass its name along to others. On Yelp, Debora D. wrote that the work was "amazing" and that she would "use again soon". Melissa Clupper, who has hired the company for three separate projects, pointed to its "amazing communication" and said she would gladly use the team again.
How is R3 Painting registered as a business in North Carolina?
R3 Painting operates in North Carolina under the registered legal name Reitan Residential Rehab LLC, doing business as R3 Painting. The company holds North Carolina Business Entity Number 1504685 and works from a home base at 133 Hughes Rd in Hampstead. It is a locally owned and operated business serving Hampstead, Wilmington, Jacksonville, and the nearby coastal communities.
-Verification Sources: North Carolina Secretary of State
How R3 Painting Was Evaluated
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