Founded in 1971 by Jim Gray in Oklahoma City, Gray Painting began as a moonlighting venture while Jim taught school. His father-in-law, a 30-year craftsman specializing in wallpaper hanging and painting, taught Jim the skills required for quality work. As word spread, Jim grew his team with close friends and family members to keep up with demand.
In 2009, Jim's youngest son Jason moved to Loveland, Ohio with his wife Heather and started a branch of the business there. Jason had worked alongside his father since age 13, learning the trade through his 20s. The company specializes in interior and exterior residential painting, cabinet refinishing, deck staining, drywall repair, and pressure washing throughout the greater Cincinnati area.
The fully insured team serves Loveland, Mason, Indian Hill, Montgomery, Milford, Madeira, and surrounding communities. Gray Painting is a Painting Contractors Association member and has been BBB Accredited since 2013. All painting work is warrantied.
Punctuality stands out as one of the most frequently praised qualities. Customers describe the crews arriving "on time every day" and working with impressive efficiency. One homeowner noted the team "showed up when they said they would and completed the job in a timely manner." Jason coordinates scheduling to ensure projects stay on track without gaps or delays.
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The crew follows careful protection protocols that customers notice immediately. Reviews describe painters "covering furniture with plastic" and "laying down drop cloths everywhere." One customer was impressed they "protected everything and cleaned up every day before they left." The standard practice includes moving furniture, covering floors, and leaving work areas neat at the end of each day.
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Owner Jason Gray stays personally involved in every project, from the initial estimate through final walkthrough. Customers appreciate that he "came out personally to give us a quote" and "checked in throughout the project." One reviewer noted Jason "responded quickly to texts and emails" and another mentioned he "came back the week after to make sure we were pleased." His hands-on approach sets the tone for the entire team.
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Preparation quality emerges as a defining characteristic. Customers describe crews who are "perfectionistic" about surface prep, with one noting they spent "close to half the time prepping the walls and trim." Reviews praise the detailed work on "trim, baseboards, and doors" with "clean lines" and "no drips." The thorough prep work translates to finishes that look professional and last.
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Homeowners consistently express comfort having the Gray Painting team in their homes, even when not present. Reviews mention feeling "very comfortable leaving them at my home when I wasn't around" and describe painters as "trustworthy" and "respectful." One customer noted the crew members were "the type of person you are pleased to have in your home." The company screens for integrity when hiring.
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Cleanup receives consistent praise across reviews. Customers describe crews leaving areas "cleaner than when they started" and note they "cleaned up at the end of each day so we could use our kitchen in the evening." One homeowner was impressed there was "not a drop of paint anywhere it shouldn't be." Daily cleanup and thorough final cleaning are standard practice.
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While not the cheapest option, customers consistently describe the value as worth it. Reviews mention "very competitive price" and "very reasonable" pricing. One customer who received multiple estimates chose Gray Painting because "the proposal sounded like it had the best plan for prep work" even though it was among the higher quotes. The quality of work and professional service justify the investment.
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Gray Painting, LLC is a Domestic Limited Liability Company registered with the Ohio Secretary of State. The company was originally filed on February 1, 2016, with Entity No. 3858600. Jason Gray is listed as the registered agent at 118 Arcaro Dr, Loveland, OH 45140. The entity status is Active. Ohio does not require a state-level painting contractor license, and Loveland does not have municipal licensing requirements for painters.
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