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At the time we analyzed CPM Painting, Inc., the company held over 70 Google reviews with a 5.0-star rating, along with 5.0 stars on Yelp and 100% recommended on Facebook. A perfect Google rating across this many reviews is uncommon, and the smaller Yelp and Facebook profiles read the same way.
The company earned a Chooz Score of 89.8%. It is fully insured, and one reviewer describes the company honoring its guarantee to correct an issue after the job was finished. The business has run as a family-owned Raleigh operation since 2000, has been Accredited with the Better Business Bureau since 2024, and is registered in North Carolina as NC Business Entity No. 2295203. Owner Kevin Cook serves Raleigh and the surrounding Wake County communities.
The reviews here run unusually long and detailed, walking through full exterior repaints, wood rot and siding repairs, and interior work in step-by-step accounts. We found at least ten reviewers describing repeat projects or plans to hire the company again, several across multiple years. The owner replies to nearly every review individually, naming the writer and referencing the specific job. That mix of long, specific reviews and personal owner replies makes them read as first-hand accounts rather than generic praise.
"We had the entire lower floor of our home painted--ceiling, walls and trim. Sergio and his crew were punctual, professional, and extremely neat. They took great care in protecting our furniture and floors. Kevin, the owner, stopped by every morning to check on things and make sure we were happy." - Diane, Google Review
Advice For Future Customers
Because CPM handles carpentry and wood rot repair in-house alongside painting, it is worth asking them to check for rotted trim, siding, or soffit during the estimate rather than treating it as a separate job. Reviewers repeatedly describe the crew finding and repairing wood rot as part of an exterior repaint, and owner Kevin Cook is often on site to walk the work with you.
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Does CPM Painting handle wood rot and carpentry repair beyond just painting?
Yes, wood rot repair and carpentry sit at the center of CPM Painting’s work, right alongside the painting. Reviewers describe crews that replace failing wood and siding before any color goes on. Haywood Poole noted, "We had extensive wood rot and siding issues and these guys handled it all". Ted Lowery added, "I highly recommend CPM Painting if you have wood rot issues that need repair".
How does CPM Painting prepare a home before painting the exterior?
Preparation comes first, with scraping, sanding, wood replacement, and priming before the finish coats. Homeowners point to that groundwork as the reason results last. Aleisa Carlson described how the owner explained "the brand and type of paint he would use" and his push for "continual process improvement". George Cole wrote that "the paint job itself was far superior to the two previous jobs" on his aging home.
Is the owner of CPM Painting involved during the actual project?
Yes, owner Kevin Cook stays hands on from the estimate through the final walkthrough. Reviewers repeatedly mention him checking in on site. Diane wrote that "Kevin, the owner, stopped by every morning to check on things", and Laura D noted that he "made sure everything was up to my standards when the job was complete".
How does CPM Painting treat a customer’s property during the job?
They protect the home and clean up thoroughly, day by day. Reviewers describe covered floors, guarded landscaping, and tidy job sites. Darren Frisina wrote that the crew "treated my home like it was there own" and cleaned so well that "you would never know they were there". Ted Lowery added that his team "kept the work area tidy, and thoroughly cleaned up all debris before leaving".
Can CPM Painting restore and refinish an older deck or porch?
Yes, deck and porch restoration is a regular part of their exterior work. Reviewers describe repairs, staining, and sealing that bring tired decks back. Phyllis Gould wrote that they "painted my deck recently and did a fantastic job" and advised her to "waterproof the underside of the deck". Phoevos Hughes added that CPM "listened to what I wanted" and did an incredible job on his deck.
Does CPM Painting provide clear, honest, and detailed estimates before starting work?
Yes, detailed written estimates are part of how CPM Painting operates. Reviewers describe itemized quotes with no surprises later. Joseph C wrote that the owner "breaks every line item down in his quotes so you see where your money is going". On Yelp, Bo B. noted they were "the highest bid I got but still went with them because they seemed the most professional".
Do homeowners return to CPM Painting for more projects after the first?
Many do, and several reviewers describe hiring CPM Painting more than once. Repeat projects and direct referrals run through the feedback. Twila Heiner, a designer, wrote "We’ve worked with CPM before and will definitely continue to choose them". Heather O’D added that after her project, "we trust Kevin implicitly and will save ourselves the time and trouble of quoting multiple companies and just hire him directly".
Is CPM Painting a registered business entity in North Carolina?
Yes, CPM Painting is a registered North Carolina business. It is on file with the North Carolina Secretary of State as CPM Painting Inc., entity number 2295203, and its status is current and active. That standing confirms a formally established company operating under the CPM Painting name across Raleigh and the surrounding Triangle area.
-Verification Sources: North Carolina Secretary of State
How CPM Painting INC Was Evaluated
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- 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
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