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Tips for Finding a Contractor You Can Trust

Tips for Finding a Contractor You Can Trust

I hear it every week that I am out meeting with clients. “It is so hard to find a reputable contractor that I can trust”. Contractors don’t answer their phones, don’t show up on time, delay jobs, and just plain frustrate clients. Clients are left feeling like they have to manage the whole job instead of receiving an excellent experience where they are taken care of and the contractor ensures all details are covered and done well. So how do you find a contractor that will make your life easier by taking care of what you are willing to pay them to do?  Here are the essential things to keep in mind:

  1. Trust your gut.  If you have a good feeling or a bad one, listen to it. A low price doesn’t matter if you are miserable and end up acting like the contractor to get the job done the way you want.

  2. Do you feel like the contractor values you? Did they show up on time for the estimate?  Were they organized and prepared for your appointment? You are asking them to manage the project, if they can’t manage their time, how can they manage your project?

  3. Did they provide a clear and detailed estimate? Your estimate should be spelled out completely, from what they will do for you, to what products they use, to options that you requested. Did they send it to you in a timely manner or did you have to wait weeks and chase them down for it?

  4. Products matter. Make sure they spelled out what they will use in your estimate. They should be using quality products; cheaper products don’t save you money in the long run. Cheaper products will mean the job has to be redone sooner, costing you more.  You are making an investment in your home, make sure the contractor uses quality products.

  5. Did they provide you with copies of their license, insurance, and warranty? If they can’t provide any of these to you in writing, they should be disqualified quickly. You want someone who runs a legitimate business and protects you at the same time.

  6. Check past jobs and reviews. This may sound so simple, but many people overlook this important step. Go look at their work, if it is holding up and looks nice, you safely can assume your job will too. Look up their reviews online. A reputable company should have many available at your fingertips. While a company with many reviews will likely have a few that aren’t perfect, you want to find out how they handled those hiccups.  Then check out their website for testimonials and pictures of jobs.

If you are looking for a reputable painting contractor in the greater Sacramento area, Brooks Painting is here to help you with all your painting needs. Let us provide you with an excellent experience, and show you how contractors should work. We can help you with your interior & exterior painting, cabinet finishing, and commercial work. We work in Solano, Yolo, Sacramento, Placer, and El Dorado Counties.  Call us at 530-753-5074 or visit our website to set up an estimate appointment.

Our Promises to You

1. We’re committed to your project’s success

A lot of painters do the bare minimum, just to get by and move on. That’s not who we are or how we’ve built our reputation.

2. You can feel comfortable with our team

From the estimator to our office team, field employees to Crew Leader, we want you to know that you’re valued, cared for, and safe.

3. We’ll do the job correctly

You deserve total transparency, accountability, and exceptional work. No skipped steps or opting for the “easy way.”

4. We’ll stand by our job

Because we know we’re doing it all the right way, we can confidently stand by our work. We’re picky, and we want you to be 100% satisfied.

Most trusted painting company in the Greater Sacramento & Davis Areas

4.9 rating from 350+ reviews

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I wanted to have my kitchen cabinets painted but knew that that was a job that required skill and expertise. I called Brooks Painting and the experience from start to finish was perfect! Everyone I dealt with was personable and good at their jobs. They spent time answering questions, explaining the exact process, and did the work precisely as promised. They even did a few other small jobs (repairing and painting 2 water damaged ceilings) to perfection. And everything was neat and clean when they left! And the cabinets – better than I could have hoped for. Esteban is a master craftsman who was meticulous in every aspect of his work. The finish is smooth as glass with no imperfections. I couldn’t be happier!

Christina Fotenos
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Easy to work with - pleasant, efficient, competent, always available, answered all questions. Totally professional - each person. Thank you all! A great job!

Stephanie Brown F.

They are on time! They show up! It was a big job and they were good and fast. Very nice guys.

Tracy W.

You are an excellent company and I couldn't be any happier with your work. This is your second job for me and both were excellent.

Donald S., Realtor

What a difference!! We hired Brooks Painting to do both an interior refresh painting and a completely new exterior color. Everything was handled professionally and as promised. The team, from estimator to office to painters on site, was responsive, friendly and skilled. Brooks Painting is the most reliable contractor we have ever hired. Thank you Jeremy, Dan, Israel, and Kristen.

Joie Watson
Google

My experience with Brooks Painting has been outstanding, and, if it were an option on Google, I would assign 100 stars to their work. Mark and his crew were exceptional in painting both the inside and outside of my Central Davis home. They were considerate, careful, and respectful of my furnishings and yard. Kristen and her office staff were also responsive to my queries and were timely in scheduling the work. Thank you Brooks Painting for assisting in transforming my house into a beautiful home!

Hollis Skaife
Google

Competent, very thorough, listened to my wishes, very accommodating. Hard workers, friendly, happy, willing to please.

Kay M

This is a business you can trust to do an excellent job and keep all promises. Came on time, completed in time stated, beautiful result!

Sandra & David M.

Bud was always available and extremely knowledgeable. He was always willing to go that extra step and also explain things thoroughly.

Michelle B.

Hiring Brooks Painting was an easy and professional process the whole way through, from the estimate to the completion of having my very high walls edged, where I was unable to reach them. Crew Leader Eric was prompt and super capable, which was a relief since he had to maneuver and climb a very tall ladder. He was also in the process of teaching a newer painter and I admired his positive and encouraging manner. In addition, he was willing to respond to my requests with ease. No regrets here! The edging looks amazing and only took 4 hours to complete.

Serenity Now
Google

Listened to my needs and offered good suggestions. Customer confidence in value and quality.

John K.

Very professional. Painters were very accommodating on the little things.

Claude V., Dixon

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    Our reputation is built on our painting craftsmanship and excellence.

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    We offer a three-year labor guarantee for all painting projects involving one coat, and a five-year labor guarantee for all two-coat projects.

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    Our priority has always been to deliver quality work, services, and customer experiences. This has led us to become the largest painting contractor in the Davis/Woodland area.

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