Too many homeowners have dealt with painting contractors who cut corners on surface preparation, rush through projects to move on to the next job, or send inconsistent crews that vary in skill from day to day. Owner Jonah Byard founded Resurrection Painting LLC in 2018 with a different approach, building a team of dedicated W2 employees who stay with the company and take personal ownership of every project they complete.
Based in Tallmadge, Ohio, the fully insured company specializes in interior and exterior residential painting, kitchen cabinet refinishing, ceiling painting, trim and staircase work, drywall repair, pressure washing, and commercial painting. Jonah personally handles estimates and color selection while crew leaders Calvin, Adam, and John manage on-site operations across Summit, Stark, and Portage counties.
The BBB-accredited team serves Tallmadge, Akron, Cuyahoga Falls, Canton, Stow, Hudson, and surrounding communities throughout Northeast Ohio.
jane miles contracted Resurrection Painting to paint five rooms including a vaulted ceiling in her condominium. She expected two days, but the crew spent four because "every nail hole or minor wall blemish was sanded and smoothed to perfection before the paint went on." She described the painters as "prompt, polite, friendly, quiet, trustworthy...excellent men." This prep-first approach is a pattern across reviews.
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Cabinet work is the most frequently discussed service, with 19 reviews mentioning kitchen transformations. Michele Lux said the results "made the space look like 1 million $$." Gregory Kelly detailed specific color choices, noting "Iron Ore for the bottom and Creamy for the top, both Sherwin Williams brand paints." Monica Santucci described cabinets that "look like brand new."
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Bob Nemens specifically chose Resurrection Painting because "workers are employees, not subcontractors or day laborers" and confirmed he was "not disappointed." The owner's response verified the company uses "dedicated employees, never subcontractors." The same crew names appear consistently across dozens of reviews, with Calvin, Adam, Mike, Lexi, John, and Cameron mentioned repeatedly by customers over the full two-year period.
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Multiple customers describe crews that leave spaces livable each evening. Scott Harvey noted the crew "made sure we had a functioning living room each evening before they left" during a six-day project. Beth Remaly confirmed "each night everything was arranged so the rooms were functional." Gregory Kelly mentioned the team "made sure everything was covered to protect from splatter and drippings."
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Demand is high enough that several customers mention wait times. RUSTY MASSILLON noted "schedule was busy to book, took a few months to get in" but added that "any concerns were immediately addressed and Jonah remained responsive throughout the entire process." Beth Remaly also had to wait before her project started. Despite wait times, customers indicate Jonah maintains communication during the booking period.
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The most detailed negative review from Carrie Milkanin described scheduling delays, property damage, and rushing. The owner's response acknowledged the experience but stated "we wish you would have told us at the final walk thru so we could have addressed any issues." Mike Chastain's 3-star review about an unwritten agreement prompted the owner to commit that add-ons "are recognized as additional cost before starting." Patterns suggest the company has addressed communication gaps.
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Several customers comment on value without being prompted. Bob Nemens described "fair price for high quality work" for a full three-bedroom color change. Dan Young called the pricing "reasonable" for a complete interior including ceilings, walls, trim, and all cabinets. Lee Robinson praised "great pricing" alongside the quality. No reviews mention hidden fees or unexpected cost increases beyond the Mike Chastain add-on situation.
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Kari Lindesmith described their team painting "the ENTIRE interior of our 2,500 sq. ft. house, every room, every ceiling, every closet, every hallway." Betsy Yant's project covered a 5,900-square-foot home, both interior and exterior. Madison hired them for a "large-scale painting project at our corporate headquarters in North Canton" while other renovations were happening simultaneously, praising their coordination and flexibility.
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Ohio does not require a state-level painting contractor license. The Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board only licenses electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and related trades, so painters are not included. Tallmadge and the greater Akron area do not require municipal-level painting contractor licensing either. Resurrection Painting LLC is registered as a Domestic Limited Liability Company with the Ohio Secretary of State, Entity No. 4481152, filed 6/1/2020, with Active status. The registered agent is Jonah Byard at 364 Southwest Ave, Tallmadge, OH 44278.
-Verification Sources: Ohio Secretary of State Business Search (https://businesssearch.ohiosos.gov), Ohio CILB (https://elicense4.com.ohio.gov/lookup/licenselookup.aspx)