Painters in Santa Cruz, CA
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- 71 painters serve Santa Cruz
- Free quotes, no obligation
- Typical cost $470–$2,100 per room
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Top painters near Santa Cruz
K M Paintings
Licensed painting contractor with 20+ years of experience specializing in decorative wall finishing for residential and commercial projects.
Los Gatos, CA
Color View Painting
Full-service residential and commercial painting contractor in Mountain View, CA with 35+ years of experience and lead-safe certified painters.
Mountain View, CA
Accolade Painting
Premier residential and commercial painting company in San Jose with 30 years of experience, offering interior/exterior painting, commercial services, cabinet refinishing, and home repairs.
San Jose, CA
Cutting Edge Painting
Locally owned full-service painting and finishing company serving Santa Cruz with quality workmanship since 2009.
Santa Cruz, CA
Bailey Painting
Bailey Painting is a painting business serving San Jose, CA and the surrounding area.
San Jose, CA
A & R Bentley Painting
Licensed eco-friendly residential and commercial painting contractor in San Jose and the Bay Area since 2012.
San Jose, CA
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Painting in Santa Cruz: what to know
Santa Cruz is in Santa Cruz County, covering ZIP codes 95060 and 95064. Pros listed here also cover nearby Live Oak, Capitola, Soquel, Felton, Scotts Valley, Bonny Doon, Ben Lomond and Aptos. 71 painters on Contractors2Hire serve the Santa Cruz area, including pros based in Santa Cruz, Aptos, Boulder Creek, Los Gatos. 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 Santa Cruz?
Most painting jobs in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz: FAQ
How much does a painter cost in Santa Cruz?
Most painting jobs in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz?
Enter your ZIP code at the top of this page — Santa Cruz covers 95060 and 95064 — to see painters who serve your address, then compare their profiles and get free quotes. Pros listed here also serve nearby Los Gatos, Campbell, Morgan Hill.
How many painters serve Santa Cruz on Contractors2Hire?
71 painting pros on Contractors2Hire serve the Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz?
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 Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz ZIP codes: 95060 · 95064
Nearby communities: Live Oak · Capitola · Soquel · Felton · Scotts Valley · Bonny Doon · Ben Lomond · Aptos
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