91/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 10 Google reviews
Best Painters in Folkston, GA (2026)
5 painters ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Folkston: Bright Ideas Painting & Decorating, CR Score 91/100; 4.8★ from 10 Google reviews.
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Most-reviewed: Padgett Painting LLC, 17 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 5 ranked; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
5 Folkston painters are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 2 open Saturdays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 5 rated businesses.
Top 5 painters in Folkston at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bright Ideas Painting & Decorating | 91 | 4.8★ (10) | Folkston | — | Overall |
| 2 | Padgett Painting LLC | 90 | 5.0★ (17) | Folkston | Sat | Most reviews |
| 3 | JCON Coatings | 89 | 5.0★ (8) | Folkston | — | — |
| 4 | C & S Painting and Landscaping | 82 | 3.7★ (6) | Folkston | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Head On Collision & Automotive Refinishing LLC | 77 | 4.8★ (16) | Folkston | — | — |
The 5 best painters in Folkston, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Folkston
90/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (17).
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
Based in Folkston
89/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
Based in Folkston
82/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
Based in Folkston
77/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews, 16 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 3373 S Second St, Folkston, GA 31537
How much do painters cost in Folkston?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Folkston. 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 Folkston painters
We scored 5 Folkston 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 Folkston 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 Folkston: frequently asked questions
Who is the best painter in Folkston?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked painter in Folkston, GA is Bright Ideas Painting & Decorating with a CR Score of 91/100. It has 4.8★ from 10 Google reviews. Padgett Painting LLC (#2) and JCON Coatings (#3) follow. We ranked 5 painters on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many painters are there in Folkston?
ContractorsRanked ranks 5 painters serving Folkston, GA. 5 of them are based in Folkston; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which painters in Folkston work on weekends?
2 of 5 ranked painters post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Padgett Painting LLC (#2) and C & S Painting and Landscaping (#4). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does interior painting cost in Folkston?
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 Folkston. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Folkston painters have?
The median Google rating among 5 rated painters in Folkston is 4.8★, with a median of 10 reviews. Padgett Painting LLC has the most, 17 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 Folkston count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Folkston 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.
Can painters pay to rank higher on ContractorsRanked?
No. The CR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured businesses may appear above the list, labelled Featured and showing their honest rank.
Update log for Folkston
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 5 painters serving Folkston.
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