82/100CR Score
Ranked #1 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 9 AM–5 PM
Best Painters in Kelso, WA (2026)
17 painters ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Kelso: B-Line painters, CR Score 82/100; 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
- 9
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Cowlitz County Painting, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #9 of 17.
- 6
Most-reviewed: Painting Specialist, 161 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 17 ranked; ranked #6.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
17 Kelso painters are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 2 are open 24/7, 6 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 17 rated businesses.
Top 10 painters in Kelso at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | B-Line painters | 82 | 4.4★ (7) | Kelso | Sat · Sun | Overall |
| 2 | NW Revival Painting & Construction LLC | 82 | 5.0★ (13) | Kelso | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 3 | Hilander Painting LLC | 81 | 4.1★ (34) | Kelso | Sat | — |
| 4 | New Image Painting And Contracting, Inc. | 81 | 4.7★ (6) | Longview, 2 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | Martinez Custom Painting | 80 | 5.0★ (3) | Kelso | — | — |
| 6 | Painting Specialist | 79 | 5.0★ (161) | Felida, 15 mi away | — | Most reviews |
| 7 | Justin Time for Paint & Power Washing | 79 | 5.0★ (5) | Kelso | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 8 | Twin City Painting | 77 | 4.4★ (14) | Kelso | — | — |
| 9 | Cowlitz County Painting | 76 | 5.0★ (3) | Kelso | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 10 | Tino's Painting | 76 | 4.3★ (12) | Kelso | — | — |
The 17 best painters in Kelso, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Kelso
82/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, open 7 days a week.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–9 PM
Based in Kelso
81/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.1★ from 34 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
Based in Longview, 2 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 4.7★ from 6 Google reviews
- Address
- 2036 Ocean Beach Hwy, Longview, WA 98632
Based in Kelso
80/100CR ScoreRanked #5 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
- 1211 N Minor Rd, Kelso, WA 98626
Based in Felida, 15 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 161 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (161).
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 161 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Kelso
79/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
Based in Kelso
77/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Kelso
76/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
#10 Tino's Painting
Based in Kelso
76/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Kelso
75/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.6★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 3.6★ from 7 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–3:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1819 Baker Way, Kelso, WA 98626
Based in Kelso
74/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–3:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 2510 Talley Way, Kelso, WA 98626
Based in Kelso
74/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 34 Google reviews, 34 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 34 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Longview, 2 mi away
74/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 5 Google reviews
- Address
- 157 McMillan Dr, Longview, WA 98632
Based in Longview, 2 mi away
73/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.5★ from 4 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.5★ from 4 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 640 Olson Rd, Longview, WA 98632
Based in North Portland, 15 mi away
72/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 13 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
Based in Kelso
67/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Window installation service”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Also serving Kelso
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 |
|---|---|---|
| A#1 Handyman | 5.0★ (1) | In Kelso |
| Bayside Builders | In Kelso | |
| Castle Industries, LLC | 5.0★ (2) | In Kelso |
| Cosmic Pallettes | 5.0★ (1) | In Kelso |
| CraftyWalt | 3.0★ (2) | In Kelso |
| GO Structure | 5.0★ (4) | In Kelso |
| Goldenton Company | 5.0★ (1) | In Kelso |
| Iron Spade Construction & Welding LLC | 4.0★ (4) | In Kelso |
| Kellys painting service | 3.0★ (2) | In Kelso |
| Kudu Paint and Drywall | In Kelso | |
| Lozano maintenance and construction LLC | 5.0★ (4) | In Kelso |
| Mathers Custom Shower and Construction, LLC | 5.0★ (5) | In Kelso |
| Orlando's Painting & More LLC | 5.0★ (2) | In Kelso |
| PNW PROPERTY CARE LLC | In Kelso | |
| PNW Tub & Shower Restoration | 5.0★ (14) | In Kelso |
| RobertHowell Handyman Services | 5.0★ (1) | In Kelso |
| Sharp Painting company & LLC | 5.0★ (2) | In Kelso |
| Sunrise Painting | 5.0★ (1) | In Kelso |
| Superior Gutters | In Kelso | |
| Your Local Handy Matt | 5.0★ (2) | In Kelso |
How much do painters cost in Kelso?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Kelso. 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 Kelso painters
We scored 17 Kelso 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 Kelso 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 Kelso: frequently asked questions
Who is the best painter in Kelso?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked painter in Kelso, WA is B-Line painters with a CR Score of 82/100. It has 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. NW Revival Painting & Construction LLC (#2) and Hilander Painting LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 17 painters on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many painters are there in Kelso?
ContractorsRanked ranks 17 painters serving Kelso, WA. 12 of them are based in Kelso; 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 Kelso are open 24/7?
2 ranked painters in Kelso post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Cowlitz County Painting (#9) and PEREZ IN ACTION LLC (#15). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which painters in Kelso work on weekends?
6 of 17 ranked painters post Saturday hours and 2 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are B-Line painters (#1), NW Revival Painting & Construction LLC (#2) and Hilander Painting LLC (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does interior painting cost in Kelso?
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 Kelso. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Kelso painters have?
The median Google rating among 17 rated painters in Kelso is 4.7★, with a median of 7 reviews. Painting Specialist has the most, 161 reviews, and ranks #6. 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 Kelso count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Kelso 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 Kelso
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 17 painters serving Kelso.
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