95/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Best Painters in Cedar Falls, IA (2026)
21 painters ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Cedar Falls: Five Star Painting of Cedar Falls, CR Score 95/100; 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 3
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Futuristic Facepaint, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 21.
- 2
Most-reviewed: Cory's Painting & Drywall Repair, 60 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 21 ranked; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
21 Cedar Falls painters are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 4 are open 24/7, 6 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 21 rated businesses.
Most of this list also appears on the Painters in Waterloo ranking. See Painters in Waterloo
Top 10 painters in Cedar Falls at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Five Star Painting of Cedar Falls | 95 | 5.0★ (41) | Cedar Falls | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Cory's Painting & Drywall Repair | 89 | 4.9★ (60) | Cedar Falls | Sun | Most reviews |
| 3 | Futuristic Facepaint | 87 | 5.0★ (21) | Chesterton, 14 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 4 | Walter Wells Painting & Repair | 83 | 5.0★ (9) | Cedar Falls | Sat | — |
| 5 | J Christensen Painting & Home Repair | 83 | 5.0★ (53) | Waterloo, 6 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | MSP Painting Inc | 81 | 5.0★ (23) | Cedar Falls | — | — |
| 7 | PPG/ Crown Group | 81 | 4.3★ (10) | Waterloo, 8 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Verbrakens New Look Painting | 80 | 5.0★ (4) | Waterloo, 6 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Michael Painting & Decorating | 80 | 3.5★ (6) | Waterloo, 6 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Project Fix It LLC | 79 | 4.9★ (17) | Cedar Falls | 24/7 | — |
The 21 best painters in Cedar Falls, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Cedar Falls
89/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 60 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (60).
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 60 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat closed · Sun 1 PM–5 PM
- Address
- 1914 Tremont St, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Based in Chesterton, 14 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Cedar Falls
83/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 1040 Jones Rd, Evansdale, IA 50707
Based in Waterloo, 6 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 53 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 53 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1563 Audubon Dr, Waterloo, IA 50701
Based in Cedar Falls
81/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 3315 W 1st St Suite D, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Based in Waterloo, 8 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 4.3★ from 10 Google reviews
- Address
- 2320 Northeast Dr, Waterloo, IA 50703
Based in Waterloo, 6 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Address
- 934 Lisa Dr, Waterloo, IA 50701
Based in Waterloo, 6 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.5★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 3.5★ from 6 Google reviews
- Address
- 1008 Jefferson St, Waterloo, IA 50702
Based in Cedar Falls
79/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 17 Google reviews, 17 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 17 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1303 Washington St, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
#11 Busta Painting
Based in Cedar Falls
79/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Cedar Falls
79/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, 16 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
Based in Cedar Falls
77/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews, 35 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Waterloo, 4 mi away
76/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.6★ from 5 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1010 Upton Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701
Based in Cedar Falls
75/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, 8 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
#16 Korianne Paints
Based in Red Wing, 14 mi away
75/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#17 KCP Commercial
Based in Council Bluffs, 14 mi away
75/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Waterloo, 7 mi away
74/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.9★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 3.9★ from 7 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 326 W 17th St, Waterloo, IA 50702
Based in Waterloo, 7 mi away
74/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Wed 8 AM–4 PM · Thu closed · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1607 Sycamore St, Waterloo, IA 50703
Based in Cedar Falls
73/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 12 Google reviews, 12 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 12 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Waterloo, 9 mi away
73/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Window installation service”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- Ansborough Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701
How much do painters cost in Cedar Falls?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Cedar Falls. Each row names its basis and the month we checked it.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interior painting | $965 | $2,022 | $3,089 | Per project: typical range of customer-reported jobs (about $2 to $6 per sq ft of floor area). US national range | October 2026 |
| Exterior painting | $1,819 | $3,178 | $4,551 | Per house: typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range | October 2026 |
How we ranked Cedar Falls painters
We scored 21 Cedar Falls painters on 8 factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. Unknown factors are left out of the score, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed October 22, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Cedar Falls data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 35% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license 0.6, bond 0.2, workers’ comp 0.2 | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | log10(reviews + 1) against the list maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | Google main category 1.0, business name 0.7, additional category 0.5 | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | 1.0 when based in the city, falling to 0 at the trade’s radius | Measured |
| Completeness | 5% | Website, photos, description, hours, claimed profile (0.2 each) | Measured |
Painters in Cedar Falls: frequently asked questions
Who is the best painter in Cedar Falls?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked painter in Cedar Falls, IA is Five Star Painting of Cedar Falls with a CR Score of 95/100. It has 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Cory's Painting & Drywall Repair (#2) and Futuristic Facepaint (#3) follow. We ranked 21 painters on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many painters are there in Cedar Falls?
ContractorsRanked ranks 21 painters serving Cedar Falls, IA. 10 of them are based in Cedar Falls; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which painters in Cedar Falls are open 24/7?
4 ranked painters in Cedar Falls post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Five Star Painting of Cedar Falls (#1), Futuristic Facepaint (#3) and Project Fix It LLC (#10). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which painters in Cedar Falls work on weekends?
6 of 21 ranked painters post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Five Star Painting of Cedar Falls (#1), Futuristic Facepaint (#3) and Walter Wells Painting & Repair (#4). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does interior painting cost in Cedar Falls?
Interior painting typically costs $965 to $3,089, with $2,022 typical (Per project: typical range of customer-reported jobs (about $2 to $6 per sq ft of floor area). US national range). This is a national range, not adjusted for Cedar Falls. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Cedar Falls painters have?
The median Google rating among 21 rated painters in Cedar Falls is 5.0★, with a median of 15 reviews. Cory's Painting & Drywall Repair has the most, 60 reviews, and ranks #2. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ContractorsRanked rank painters?
Each painter gets a 0–100 CR Score from 8 published factors, led by reputation (35%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). Factors we cannot measure are left out, not scored as zero. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do painters outside Cedar Falls count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Cedar Falls city center, our service radius for painters. Each listing shows where the business is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the CR Score, so a nearby business gets a small edge.
Update log for Cedar Falls
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 21 painters serving Cedar Falls.
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