92/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 258 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 258 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3601 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104
Best Painters in La Mesa, CA (2026)
261 painters ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in La Mesa: Lifetime Custom Painting Inc, CR Score 92/100; 4.9★ from 258 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 3
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Bulman Painting, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 261.
- 8
Most-reviewed: PKA Photo & Video, 440 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 261 ranked; ranked #8.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
261 La Mesa painters are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 22 are open 24/7, 150 open Saturdays and 85 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 261 rated businesses.
Most of this list also appears on the Painters in El Cajon ranking. See Painters in El Cajon
Top 10 painters in La Mesa at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lifetime Custom Painting Inc | 92 | 4.9★ (258) | San Diego, 6 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | CeramiCafe | 90 | 4.6★ (314) | La Mesa | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 3 | Bulman Painting | 87 | 4.9★ (112) | San Diego, 13 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 4 | ICV PAINTING CO. | 87 | 5.0★ (20) | Coronado, 6 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | LEOANGELO ART | 87 | 4.9★ (72) | San Diego, 12 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | J Brown Painting | 87 | 5.0★ (228) | San Diego, 13 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 7 | City Painting Chula Vista | 86 | 4.8★ (51) | Chula Vista, 10 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | PKA Photo & Video | 86 | 5.0★ (440) | San Diego, 9 mi away | 24/7 | Most reviews |
| 9 | HRCCoatings LLC | 86 | 5.0★ (15) | Bonita, 6 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Rani Habeel Painting | 86 | 5.0★ (50) | El Cajon, 5 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
The 261 best painters in La Mesa, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
#2 CeramiCafe
Based in La Mesa
90/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 314 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
- 4.6★ from 314 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 10 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sat 10 AM–9 PM · Sun 10 AM–6 PM
- Address
- 5500 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
Based in San Diego, 13 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 112 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 112 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 4414 Long Branch Ave, San Diego, CA 92107
Based in Coronado, 6 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in San Diego, 12 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 72 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 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 San Diego, 13 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 228 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 228 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 2037 Diamond St, San Diego, CA 92109
Based in Chula Vista, 10 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 51 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 51 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2424 Riviera Dr, Chula Vista, CA 91915
Based in San Diego, 9 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 440 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 440 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 915 W Grape St Apt 507, San Diego, CA 92101
Based in Bonita, 6 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in El Cajon, 5 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 50 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
- 5.0★ from 50 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–7 PM · Sun 10 AM–4 PM
- Address
- 1260 E Washington Ave #9, El Cajon, CA 92019
Based in La Mesa
86/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Spring Valley, 4 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 37 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
- 5.0★ from 37 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 6 AM–6 PM
- Address
- 2820 Via Orange Way Suite E, Spring Valley, CA 91978
#13 PaintLife1904
Based in Bonita, 6 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 43 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
- 5.0★ from 43 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–8 PM
#14 Paintonomy Inc
Based in Rancho Penasquitos, 6 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 40 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
- 5.0★ from 40 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 6 AM–8 PM
Based in La Mesa
85/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
- Address
- 4670 Maple Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942
Based in San Diego, 4 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 2003 Bayview Heights Dr SPC 146, San Diego, CA 92105
Based in Casa de Oro-Mount Helix, 9 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 50 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
- 5.0★ from 50 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
Based in Coronado, 3 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 58 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 4.3★ from 58 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
Based in San Diego, 9 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 55 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 4.9★ from 55 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–2:30 PM
- Address
- 402 W Broadway Office #81, San Diego, CA 92101
#20 Paint Works Pro
Based in San Diego, 9 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat 7 AM–5 PM · Sun 7 AM–4 PM
- Address
- 1111 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
Based in La Mesa
84/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 7320 Colony Rd, La Mesa, CA 91942
Based in Eucalyptus Hills, 6 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
- 4.9★ from 20 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–7 PM
Based in San Diego, 12 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 50 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 50 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Address
- 7837 Caffey Ln, San Diego, CA 92126
Based in Casa de Oro-Mount Helix, 5 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 9 AM–6 PM
Based in Spring Valley, 3 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 9413 Cape Cod Ct, Spring Valley, CA 91977
How much do painters cost in La Mesa?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for La Mesa. 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 La Mesa painters
We scored 261 La Mesa 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 La Mesa 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 La Mesa: frequently asked questions
Who is the best painter in La Mesa?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked painter in La Mesa, CA is Lifetime Custom Painting Inc with a CR Score of 92/100. It has 4.9★ from 258 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. CeramiCafe (#2) and Bulman Painting (#3) follow. We ranked 261 painters on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many painters are there in La Mesa?
ContractorsRanked ranks 261 painters serving La Mesa, CA. 4 of them are based in La Mesa; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which painters in La Mesa are open 24/7?
22 ranked painters in La Mesa post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Lifetime Custom Painting Inc (#1), Bulman Painting (#3) and ICV PAINTING CO. (#4). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which painters in La Mesa work on weekends?
150 of 261 ranked painters post Saturday hours and 85 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Lifetime Custom Painting Inc (#1), CeramiCafe (#2) and Bulman Painting (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does interior painting cost in La Mesa?
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 La Mesa. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do La Mesa painters have?
The median Google rating among 261 rated painters in La Mesa is 5.0★, with a median of 13 reviews. PKA Photo & Video has the most, 440 reviews, and ranks #8. 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 La Mesa count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the La Mesa 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 La Mesa
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 261 painters serving La Mesa.
- October 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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