Our Chooz Score evaluates 44 factors across reviews, digital presence, and business credentials. Here's what stands out for Keith's Painting and Powerwashing Inc
Keith Barbone and his wife Kerri have built Keith's Painting and Powerwashing into one of Suffolk County's most trusted names for residential painting and soft washing on the North Shore. Operating from their Nesconset base for over 25 years, the husband-and-wife team personally manages every project. Keith conducts each estimate himself and remains present on job sites, while Kerri handles scheduling and client communication.
The crew includes foreman Dimas and painters Angel, Fernando, Rolando, Marlon, and Joelle, names that appear across hundreds of customer reviews. From whole-home interior transformations and exterior painting to soft house washing, deck staining, cedar shake restoration, paver cleaning and sealing, gutter cleaning, and holiday lighting installation, the team delivers a full range of exterior care.
The company protects every project with a one-year warranty on labor and backs its work with full licensing and insurance coverage. Homeowners throughout Smithtown, St. James, Stony Brook, Port Jefferson, Setauket, Hauppauge, Kings Park, and surrounding communities continue to call Keith because the same professional faces show up every time.
Updated: 06-12-2026
Customers describe years of built-up mold, mildew, and moss vanishing in a single visit. Patricia Spofford had her insurance inspection approaching and heavy mold buildup on her siding, deck, and walkway. After Keith's crew treated the surfaces, she reported everything looked brand new and cleared inspection. The team uses biodegradable detergents combined with a low-pressure technique that removes organic growth without damaging siding, screens, or landscaping.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Several homeowners report booking house, deck, fence, paver, and furniture washing in a single appointment. James Cooney had his cedar fence and teak patio furniture cleaned before a family gathering and said the fence looked like it was just installed and the furniture appeared just out of the box. Mark Dachel confirmed the crew handled his house, deck, fence, pavers, and outdoor furniture in one full day of work, arriving on time and staying until every surface was finished.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
The painting team handles drywall patching, spackling, and furniture protection before any paint goes on. Christine Brazier had her living room and kitchen repainted including ceilings, doors, and trim, noting the crew repaired so many dents and holes that the walls ended up looking better than move-in day. Lori S praised the crew for being punctual, efficient, and clean. Anthony L. from Yelp described a full basement repaint after a remodel, with five doors and all trim included at what he called the most fair estimate.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews, Yelp
When Liz Clark posted a negative review about moss growing back on her patio, Keith responded publicly explaining that the area lacked proper drainage, causing rapid regrowth. He offered to come back and re-wash the patio at no charge and apologized for any scheduling miscommunication during their busy June period. While the situation remained unresolved in the review thread, the offer to make it right free of charge was clear and immediate.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
The same names surface across years of reviews. Kurt Brengel praised foreman Dimas and his sons for delivering quality workmanship on time and on budget. Kyle Alfond described Dimas and his crew as painting like they are painting their own house. For power washing, Keith and Joelle handle many jobs personally. Customers including Ken Legge (three visits), Brooke Shatles (second year), and Ida Bucks (several times over the years) confirm the same team returns for repeat projects.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
The company offers cedar shake restoration and staining, deck staining, paver cleaning and sealing, gutter cleaning, and holiday lighting installation alongside standard soft washing. Peggy Geremia had her hand-split cedar barn shakes restored with Angel applying stain by brush for a careful, methodical finish. Robert Ponzi described a three-story home staining job where Keith recommended Angel for the work specifically because of his attention to detail. Lien Lam had her house power washed and then had Angel paint doors, shutters, and window frames two weeks later.
-Review Snippet Sources: Google Reviews
Keith's Painting and Powerwashing Inc holds Suffolk County Home Improvement License H-50074, originally issued on 5-2-2012 through Suffolk County's Department of Consumer Affairs. The license expired on 5-1-2026 and renewal status should be confirmed directly with the company. New York State does not require a separate state-level painting contractor license, but Suffolk County requires home improvement contractors to maintain an active county license.
-Verification Sources: Suffolk County DCA License Search
Updated: 06-12-2026