88/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Best Painters in Escondido, CA (2026)
164 painters ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Escondido: Next-Gen Paintworks, CR Score 88/100; 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 5
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): LEOANGELO ART, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #5 of 164.
- 38
Most-reviewed: CertaPro Painters of Carlsbad, 264 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 164 ranked; ranked #38.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
164 Escondido painters are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 14 are open 24/7, 114 open Saturdays and 44 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 164 rated businesses.
Top 10 painters in Escondido at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Next-Gen Paintworks | 88 | 5.0★ (18) | Bonita, 3 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Monarch Painting | 87 | 5.0★ (21) | Escondido | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 3 | The Painting Company San Diego | 87 | 4.7★ (219) | Escondido | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Nicholas Painting Inc. | 86 | 4.9★ (44) | Mira Mesa, 4 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 5 | LEOANGELO ART | 86 | 4.9★ (72) | San Diego, 14 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 6 | Blady's Drywall Repair and Painting Services - Handyman | 86 | 4.9★ (79) | Carlsbad, 6 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Top Notch | 85 | 5.0★ (148) | San Marcos, 7 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Aqua MG Roofing And Painting INC | 84 | 5.0★ (42) | Escondido | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Ryan & Sons Painting Co. | 84 | 4.3★ (55) | Carlsbad, 11 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | RB Painting | 84 | 5.0★ (16) | San Marcos, 5 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
The 164 best painters in Escondido, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Escondido
87/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–10 PM
Based in Escondido
87/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 219 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.7★ from 219 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–10 PM · Sat 8 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
Based in Mira Mesa, 4 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 44 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 44 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–6 PM
Based in San Diego, 14 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 72 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 72 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 8575 New Salem St, San Diego, CA 92126
Based in Carlsbad, 6 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 79 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 79 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
#7 Top Notch
Based in San Marcos, 7 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 148 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 148 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2910 Norman Strasse Rd STE 102, San Marcos, CA 92069
Based in Escondido
84/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 42 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 42 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Carlsbad, 11 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.3★ from 55 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.3★ from 55 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 6570 Ambrosia Ln, Carlsbad, CA 92011
#10 RB Painting
Based in San Marcos, 5 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 6 AM–7 PM · Sun 6 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 246 Richmar Ave, San Marcos, CA 92069
Based in Camp Pendleton North, 6 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 6 AM–8 PM
Based in Escondido
83/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–6 PM
Based in Encinitas, 10 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 36 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 36 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 6 AM–6 PM
- Address
- 2055 Village Park Way #211, Encinitas, CA 92024
Based in Escondido
83/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 193 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 193 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 912 S Andreasen Dr STE 106, Escondido, CA 92029
Based in Rancho Penasquitos, 9 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting studio”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 10 AM–10:30 PM
Based in Camp Pendleton South, 5 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–9 PM
Based in Escondido
82/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
- Address
- 360 S Spruce St, Escondido, CA 92025
Based in Escondido
82/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 17 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 809 E Ohio Ave, Escondido, CA 92025
Based in Vista, 9 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–7 PM
- Address
- 1213 Allea Ln, Vista, CA 92083
Based in Escondido
82/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 9 AM–7 PM
- Address
- 1403 N Broadway unit b, Escondido, CA 92026
Based in Escondido
82/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
Based in Carlsbad, 7 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in San Marcos, 7 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 2557 Sarver Ln A, San Marcos, CA 92069
Based in Camp Pendleton South, 15 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in San Marcos, 7 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #25 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 7 AM–9 PM · Sat 8 AM–8 PM · Sun 9 AM–9 PM
- Address
- 3517 Badillo Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069
Painters ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 164 ranked painters here; the rest are on their profiles.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | BL painting | 81 | 4.9★ (53) | 9 mi |
| 27 | Gama Quality Painting Inc. | 81 | 5.0★ (18) | In Escondido |
| 28 | ASAP Remodeling LLC - Kitchen & Bathroom Remodel | 81 | 5.0★ (123) | 8 mi |
| 29 | Ciarlanti Painting - Jeff The Painter | 81 | 4.6★ (9) | In Escondido |
| 30 | Reliable Custom Painting INC | 81 | 5.0★ (8) | In Escondido |
| 31 | LUCIA Custom Painting | 81 | 5.0★ (41) | In Escondido |
| 32 | JS PAINTING | 81 | 5.0★ (12) | In Escondido |
| 33 | Let's Paint Inc San Diego | 81 | 4.9★ (8) | In Escondido |
| 34 | Dynamic Pro Painter | 81 | 5.0★ (67) | 11 mi |
| 35 | Parker Painting | 80 | 4.8★ (49) | 7 mi |
| 36 | 24/7 handyman services | 80 | 4.9★ (114) | 14 mi |
| 37 | Coastal Colors Painting Company | 80 | 5.0★ (44) | 11 mi |
| 38 | CertaPro Painters of Carlsbad | 80 | 4.9★ (264) | 9 mi |
| 39 | Next Generation Elite Home Repairs | 80 | 5.0★ (12) | 12 mi |
| 40 | Premier Painters | 80 | 5.0★ (13) | 4 mi |
| 41 | Wall 2 Wall Painting & Services | 80 | 5.0★ (5) | In Escondido |
| 42 | PandaWhite, Inc | 80 | 4.8★ (190) | In Escondido |
| 43 | Ortiz Quality Painting Services | 80 | 4.6★ (19) | 12 mi |
| 44 | CG PRO PAINTING | 80 | 4.9★ (93) | 14 mi |
| 45 | OM Custom Painting | 80 | 5.0★ (17) | 6 mi |
| 46 | First Class Painting | 80 | 5.0★ (29) | In Escondido |
| 47 | Father & Son Painting Inc | 80 | 3.7★ (3) | In Escondido |
| 48 | Pro Home Improvement | 80 | 5.0★ (77) | In Escondido |
| 49 | A Painting Company | 79 | 5.0★ (3) | In Escondido |
| 50 | SD Coatings, Inc. | 79 | 5.0★ (3) | In Escondido |
Also serving Escondido
20 more painters within 15 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| AG Custom Painting | 3.0★ (2) | In Escondido |
| Alegria Builders Inc | 5.0★ (7) | In Escondido |
| Aqua MG Roofing and Painting | 5.0★ (2) | In Escondido |
| AQUA MG ROOFING AND PAINTING | 5.0★ (2) | In Escondido |
| Carrada Painting | 5.0★ (2) | In Escondido |
| D'Amato Construction Company | 5.0★ (37) | In Escondido |
| First Choice Home Improvements | 4.9★ (18) | In Escondido |
| Flawless Remodeling Service San Diego | 5.0★ (17) | In Escondido |
| Flooring Installation and Painting | 5.0★ (1) | In Escondido |
| Francisco Landscaping - Unlicensed Contractor | 5.0★ (4) | In Escondido |
| Green Builders General Contractor | 4.7★ (26) | In Escondido |
| Hess Family Painting | 5.0★ (1) | In Escondido |
| Imperial General Contractors | 5.0★ (8) | In Escondido |
| JM Construction & Remodeling Inc. | 5.0★ (2) | In Escondido |
| Monarch Painting | 4.5★ (2) | In Escondido |
| MRH Pro Construction & Painting | 5.0★ (2) | In Escondido |
| Painting Pros | 3.0★ (1) | In Escondido |
| Rapid Drywall Repair | 5.0★ (1) | In Escondido |
| Rodriguez Finest Painting | 5.0★ (2) | In Escondido |
| Specialty Design Build | 5.0★ (17) | In Escondido |
How much do painters cost in Escondido?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Escondido. 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 Escondido painters
We scored 164 Escondido 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 Escondido 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 Escondido: frequently asked questions
Who is the best painter in Escondido?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked painter in Escondido, CA is Next-Gen Paintworks with a CR Score of 88/100. It has 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Monarch Painting (#2) and The Painting Company San Diego (#3) follow. We ranked 164 painters on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many painters are there in Escondido?
ContractorsRanked ranks 164 painters serving Escondido, CA. 22 of them are based in Escondido; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 15 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which painters in Escondido are open 24/7?
14 ranked painters in Escondido post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Next-Gen Paintworks (#1), LEOANGELO ART (#5) and Blady's Drywall Repair and Painting Services - Handyman (#6). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which painters in Escondido work on weekends?
114 of 164 ranked painters post Saturday hours and 44 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Next-Gen Paintworks (#1), Monarch Painting (#2) and The Painting Company San Diego (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does interior painting cost in Escondido?
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 Escondido. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Escondido painters have?
The median Google rating among 164 rated painters in Escondido is 5.0★, with a median of 12 reviews. CertaPro Painters of Carlsbad has the most, 264 reviews, and ranks #38. 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 Escondido count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Escondido 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 Escondido
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 164 painters serving Escondido.
- October 2026: 4 duplicate listings merged.
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