Painters in Atascadero, CA
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- 15 painters serve Atascadero
- Free quotes, no obligation
- Typical cost $470–$2,100 per room
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Top painters near Atascadero
Imperial Custom Painting Company

Imperial Custom Painting Company offers Exterior Painting, Interior Painting, Deck Painting, Cabinet Painting, Commercial Painting in Grover Beach, CA and the surrounding area.
Grover Beach, CA
Bayside Painting

Central Coast painting specialists providing residential and commercial services since 1991, EPA Lead-Safe Certified.
Los Osos, CA
Los Osos Painting

Licensed painting contractor serving San Luis Obispo County for over 35 years with residential and commercial expertise.
San Luis Obispo, CA
Flickinger Painting Inc

Family-owned painting experts with 30+ years experience serving San Luis Obispo, Monterey, and Santa Barbara Counties.
Atascadero, CA
J. Smith Painting

J. Smith Painting is a painting business serving Paso Robles, CA and the surrounding area.
Paso Robles, CA
Peek Painting

Peek Painting is a painting business serving Atascadero, CA and the surrounding area.
Atascadero, CA
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Painting in Atascadero: what to know
Atascadero is in San Luis Obispo County, covering ZIP code 93422. Pros listed here also cover nearby Templeton, Garden Farms, El Paso de Robles, Paso Robles, Cayucos, California Polytechnic State University, Morro Bay and Los Osos. 15 painters on Contractors2Hire serve the Atascadero area, including pros based in Atascadero, Morro Bay, Los Osos, Los-Osos. Most painting jobs here cost $470–$2,100 per room.
Hiring a licensed painter in California
Look for a C-33 Painting and Decorating license from the Contractors State License Board (CSLB).
- Any job worth $1,000 or more in labor and materials must be done by a CSLB-licensed contractor.
- Licensed contractors must carry a $25,000 contractor bond, and workers' compensation if they have employees.
- For home improvement contracts, the down payment can't be more than 10% of the price or $1,000, whichever is less.
- Water heaters must be braced or strapped against earthquakes under state law.
Check a license on the Contractors State License Board (CSLB) site
How much does a painter cost in Atascadero?
Most painting jobs in Atascadero, CA cost $470–$2,100 per room, with hourly rates around $45–$110.
| Job | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patch drywall and touch up paint | $180 | $380 | $830 |
| Paint one interior room | $470 | $1,050 | $2,100 |
| Stain a fence or deck | $710 | $1,750 | $3,550 |
| Paint kitchen cabinets | $3,550 | $6,500 | $10,600 |
| Paint a whole-home interior (2,000 sq ft) | $4,700 | $8,250 | $14,200 |
| Paint a house exterior | $4,150 | $7,650 | $14,200 |
What affects the price
- Prep is most of the work: patching, sanding, caulking and moving furniture add time.
- High ceilings, stairwells and multi-story exteriors need ladders or scaffolding.
- Premium paint costs more but often needs fewer coats.
- Homes built before 1978 may need lead-safe practices, which add cost.
Painters in Atascadero: FAQ
How much does a painter cost in Atascadero?
Most painting jobs in Atascadero, CA cost $470–$2,100 per room. Hourly rates typically run $45–$110. These are estimates based on typical US prices adjusted for local costs — the job's size, materials and access all move the price, so compare two or three quotes before you hire.
How do I find a painter near me in Atascadero?
Enter your ZIP code at the top of this page — Atascadero covers 93422 — to see painters who serve your address, then compare their profiles and get free quotes. Pros listed here also serve nearby San Luis Obispo, Morro Bay, Los Osos.
How many painters serve Atascadero on Contractors2Hire?
15 painting pros on Contractors2Hire serve the Atascadero area. Each profile shows the pro's photos, service area, licenses on file and reviews from past customers.
How do I choose the right painter in Atascadero?
Compare at least three pros. Check that their license is active with your state licensing board, ask for proof of insurance, read recent reviews, and get the scope, price and timeline in writing before work starts. Avoid paying the full amount up front.
Does a painter need a license in California?
Any job worth $1,000 or more in labor and materials must be done by a CSLB-licensed contractor. For painting work that means a C-33 Painting and Decorating license from the Contractors State License Board (CSLB). You can check any license number on the board's website before you hire.
Is it free to get quotes from painters on Contractors2Hire?
Yes. Sending a request and comparing quotes is free, with no obligation to hire. You pay the pro you choose directly for the work.
How long does an interior paint job last?
About 5–10 years in most rooms, less in kitchens, bathrooms and kids' rooms. Exterior paint usually lasts 5–10 years depending on sun and weather.
Is paint included in the quote?
Usually, but not always. Ask whether the quote includes paint and primer, which brand and finish, and how many coats.
Areas and ZIP codes covered around Atascadero
Atascadero ZIP codes: 93422
Nearby communities: Templeton · Garden Farms · El Paso de Robles · Paso Robles · Cayucos · California Polytechnic State University · Morro Bay · Los Osos
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