Notes from
the field.
Pricing without the dance. Opinions backed by numbers. The four jobs we turn down every month — and what to do instead.
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Commercial Painter San Diego: Cost, Process, and What to Look For
Commercial painting in San Diego runs $1.50–$4.00/sq ft for interiors and $2.00–$6.00 for exteriors. HOAs, hotels, apartments, offices. Here is what the job actually involves.
Commercial Cabinet Finishing San Diego: Costs, Process, and When to Skip It
Professional cabinet refinishing in San Diego runs $40–$95 per linear foot for commercial work. A break room refinish costs $600–$1,400 — versus $4,000–$8,000 to replace. Here is what the job actually involves.
Epoxy Garage Floor in San Diego: Real Costs and When to Skip the Project
Professional install runs $3–$7 per sq ft. DIY runs $1–$3. Most two-car garages come in at $1,400–$3,500. Here is what the estimate usually leaves out.
How Much Does It Cost to Paint a San Diego Home in 2026?
Real numbers, not 'it depends'. What we charge per square foot for interior, exterior, and cabinets — and where most of the budget actually goes.
The Best Time of Year to Paint Your Exterior in San Diego
Spoiler: it's not summer. Coastal humidity, marine layer, and stucco temperature all matter more than the calendar — here's how we schedule.
When You Shouldn't Hire a Painter (Including Us)
If your stucco is cracking from foundation movement, paint won't fix it. The four jobs we turn down every month — and what to do instead.
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Tell us what you're thinking. We'll come look, point out what we'd do differently, and only quote what we'd paint in our own house.