Question 1

Q: What makes Room Ninjas different from other Columbia area painting contractors?

Accepted Answer

Jimmy Giordano states after living in the area for 11 years, "It has been tough to find a painter that keeps a schedule, in budget, and does great work.. Room Ninjas checks all the boxes." Alexandra Lerner hired them four times because Matt takes time listening and understanding expectations, checking in throughout projects, and the team shows exceptional precision in details like corners, edges, and eliminating popping nail heads.

Question 2

Q: How does Room Ninjas handle surface protection during painting at customer homes?

Accepted Answer

Bobby Buckley's photos show extensive preparation with rooms and windows protected to safeguard hardwood floors. Multiple customers mention the cleaning approach, with reviews noting meticulous care throughout projects. Cory Carlton jokes that his house "looks better than the day we moved in" after Room Ninjas worked on walls and trim.

Question 3

Q: Does owner Matt Wanasek stay involved throughout Room Ninjas projects?

Accepted Answer

Reviews consistently mention Matt's personal involvement beyond the initial estimate. Sara Clark notes he "communicated about the schedule and kept his commitments." Alexandra Lerner mentions Matt checked in throughout the project to ensure satisfaction. Karen describes Matt as "down to earth, responsive and professional." His hands-on approach differentiates Room Ninjas from contractors who disappear after signing contracts.

Question 4

Q: What do customers say about Room Ninjas' attention to detail and quality?

Accepted Answer

Alyssa Ritter notes "attention to detail was excellent" with crews who clearly took pride in their work. Bobby Buckley describes the crew's "commitment to delivering a high-quality finish" with careful preparation visible in his project photos. Alexandra Lerner praises how they were "extremely precise in their work, paying attention to every detail and ensuring that even the smallest corners and edges were perfect."

Question 5

Q: Does Room Ninjas show up on schedule and complete projects on time?

Accepted Answer

Jeffrey Hearne notes they "came in on short notice and exceeded our expectations," while Dennis Tomczak mentions they completed his living room and kitchen in just one day. Travis Holland emphasizes they were "professional, prompt, and completed everything they said they were going to do on time." Jerry Heath needed several walls painted quickly before listing his house for sale, and Room Ninjas fit him in fast and got it done.

Question 6

Q: Can Room Ninjas handle both small touch-ups and large-scale painting projects?

Accepted Answer

Project range spans from Branden Hankins' powder room completed in an hour to Bobby Buckley's nearly entire house covering accent walls, multiple paint colors, coffered ceiling, new construction, numerous repairs, plus doors and trim. Katie Simkins hired them for deck refinishing with color consultation, while Sean Couper used them for majority of house post-remodel plus deck work.

Question 7

Q: Why do customers mention painters Michael and Marcos by name at Room Ninjas?

Accepted Answer

Multiple reviews highlight individual crew members by name, with Virendra noting Michael "did a wonderful job" and Camille praising Marcos and his wife for their "meticulous work." Customers appreciate knowing exactly who will be working in their homes, and the consistent quality across different crew members demonstrates Matt's hiring standards and training approach rather than luck with individual painters.

Question 8

Q: How does Room Ninjas communicate during projects?

Accepted Answer

Matt's responsiveness appears throughout reviews, with Branden Hankins noting Matt "responded to our estimate request same day." Wesley Braga emphasizes they're "flexible with last minutes changes" while maintaining professional communication throughout the process. Alexandra Lerner mentions consistent check-ins throughout her multiple projects to ensure satisfaction with progress.

Question 9

How Room Ninjas Was Evaluated

Accepted Answer

Every painting company listed on Chooz Painters is evaluated using our multi-step quality framework. We combine structured data analysis with human review to understand how Room Ninjas performs across the key signals that matter most to property owners.  How the Chooz Score Works The Chooz Score is a 100-point rating based on four core pillars:  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 Each contractor is evaluated using the same framework nationwide, and the score reflects Room Ninjas’s performance within its local market.  A Chooz Score represents real-world performance, verified signals, and human-reviewed context.  Chooz Score Award Levels 80–86.9: Chooz Certified 87–93.9: Top Painter Award 94–100: Best Painter Award Scores are determined through more than 40 evaluation factors across our four pillars.  If you want a deeper explanation of how our scoring system works, you can view the full breakdown on our Chooz Scoring page.

Question 10

What are the Chooz Score award levels?

Accepted Answer

Chooz Score award levels are: Chooz Certified (80-86.9 points), Top Painter Award (87-93.9 points), and Best Painter Award (94-100 points). Scores are determined through more than 40 evaluation factors across four pillars: platform reviews, review quality, digital presence, and business authority.

Question 11

How does the Chooz Score work?

Accepted Answer

The Chooz Score is a 100-point rating based on four core pillars: platform reviews and ratings from multiple sources, review quality and engagement including customer feedback depth and company responses, website and digital presence quality, and business authority including licensing and operational standards. Each contractor is evaluated using the same framework nationwide, and the score reflects real-world performance, verified signals, and human-reviewed context.