90/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 56 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 56 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Best Painters in Lake Bluff, IL (2026)
267 painters ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Lake Bluff: Lake County Painting, CR Score 90/100; 5.0★ from 56 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Fresh Coat Painters of The North Shore, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 267.
- 18
Most-reviewed: Active Painting, 263 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 267 ranked; ranked #18.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
267 Lake Bluff painters are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 25 are open 24/7, 204 open Saturdays and 76 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 267 rated businesses.
Top 10 painters in Lake Bluff at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lake County Painting | 90 | 5.0★ (56) | Fox Lake, 7 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Fresh Coat Painters of The North Shore | 89 | 5.0★ (61) | Northbrook, 9 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Standard 28 | 89 | 5.0★ (62) | Deerfield, 9 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Fresh Coat Painters of Vernon Hills | 89 | 4.9★ (49) | Gurnee, 7 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Five Star Painting of North Shore | 89 | 5.0★ (20) | Hawthorn Woods, 4 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Paint Guru House Painters | 88 | 5.0★ (76) | Highland Park, 7 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 7 | Sunpainting | 87 | 5.0★ (151) | Northbrook, 12 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 8 | Big League Painting of Lake Forest | 87 | 5.0★ (88) | Lake Forest, 2 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 9 | The Painted Penguin Hawthorn Center | 87 | 4.7★ (102) | Vernon Hills, 7 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 10 | Michael B Painting | 86 | 4.8★ (19) | Hawthorn Woods, 8 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 267 best painters in Lake Bluff, 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.
Based in Northbrook, 9 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 61 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 61 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3605 Woodhead Dr #105b, Northbrook, IL 60062
#3 Standard 28
Based in Deerfield, 9 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 62 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 62 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 412 Inverrary Ln, Deerfield, IL 60015
Based in Gurnee, 7 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 49 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 49 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Hawthorn Woods, 4 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #5 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 Highland Park, 7 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 76 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
- 5.0★ from 76 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 4 AM–11 PM
- Address
- 473 Central Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035
#7 Sunpainting
Based in Northbrook, 12 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 151 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 151 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–9 PM
- Address
- The address is, 3469 Whirlaway Dr, Northbrook, IL 60062
Based in Lake Forest, 2 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 88 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 88 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 222 E Wisconsin Ave Ste 202, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Based in Vernon Hills, 7 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 102 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting studio”.
- 4.7★ from 102 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 11 AM–8 PM · Sun 11 AM–6 PM
- Address
- 122 Hawthorn Ctr Unit 106, Vernon Hills, IL 60061
Based in Hawthorn Woods, 8 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Arlington Heights, 13 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 170 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 4.9★ from 170 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–7 PM · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 4049 Bonhill Dr, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Based in Lake Forest, 5 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 12112 Ranch Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Based in Vernon Hills, 8 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 191 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 191 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 231 Alexandria Dr, Vernon Hills, IL 60061
#14 Guru Painters
Based in Glenview, 12 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 81 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
- 5.0★ from 81 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 2700 Patriot Blvd #230, Glenview, IL 60026
#15 Color Me Mine
Based in Glenview, 13 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 155 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting studio”.
- 4.8★ from 155 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 10 AM–9 PM · Sun 10 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 1855 Tower Dr, Glenview, IL 60026
Based in Northbrook, 10 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 56 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 56 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 1321 1st St, Northbrook, IL 60062
Based in Glenview, 13 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 102 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 4.9★ from 102 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–7 PM
- Address
- 2001 Tower Dr #324, Glenview, IL 60026
#18 Active Painting
Based in Des Plaines, 13 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 263 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 263 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
Based in Gurnee, 7 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 582 Lexington Square E, Gurnee, IL 60031
Based in Des Plaines, 9 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 119 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 119 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
#21 Ceramics For You
Based in Gurnee, 10 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 124 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting studio”.
- 4.7★ from 124 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon closed · Tue–Thu 12 PM–7 PM · Fri 12 PM–8 PM · Sat 11 AM–5 PM · Sun 12 PM–5 PM
- Address
- 6695 Grand Ave Ste D, Gurnee, IL 60031
#22 Fermont Inc.
Based in Des Plaines, 13 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #22 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
#23 Noble Painters
Based in Grayslake, 13 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #23 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
- Address
- 449 Penny Ln, Grayslake, IL 60030
Based in Winnetka, 13 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 47 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
- 5.0★ from 47 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Des Plaines, 9 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
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 267 ranked painters here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Lake Bluff
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1-800 BoardUp of Lake Bluff | In Lake Bluff | |
| ABA Brilliant Touch Of lake County inc. | 4.5★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Bradley Marshall Roofing | In Lake Bluff | |
| Dexter's Painting | 5.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| F H Windows & Remodeling | 5.0★ (2) | 5 mi |
| Interior & Exterior Painting Service | In Lake Bluff | |
| JOEY'S Painting Services | 3.5★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Junior Painting and Decorating | 1.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Lakeshore Decorating, Inc. | 3.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Lindemann Chimney Heating & Cooling | 4.8★ (1,398) | In Lake Bluff |
| Max Reliable Construction | In Lake Bluff | |
| MUD HAPPENS (Formerly Our Family Drywall and Painting) | 5.0★ (2) | 2 mi |
| Omar the painter | In Lake Bluff | |
| Oskar Painters | 5.0★ (2) | 5 mi |
| Otter Painting | 5.0★ (2) | 3 mi |
| Ragsdale, Inc. | In Lake Bluff | |
| The Brush's Painting & Home Improvement | 5.0★ (2) | 1 mi |
| Tidy Restore | 5.0★ (3) | In Lake Bluff |
| Torrez Painting | 5.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Yedrin Painting Inc. | 3.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
How much do painters cost in Lake Bluff?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Lake Bluff. 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 Lake Bluff painters
We scored 267 Lake Bluff 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 Lake Bluff 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 Lake Bluff: frequently asked questions
Who is the best painter in Lake Bluff?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked painter in Lake Bluff, IL is Lake County Painting with a CR Score of 90/100. It has 5.0★ from 56 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Fresh Coat Painters of The North Shore (#2) and Standard 28 (#3) follow. We ranked 267 painters on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many painters are there in Lake Bluff?
ContractorsRanked ranks 267 painters serving Lake Bluff, IL. Another 20 within 15 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which painters in Lake Bluff are open 24/7?
25 ranked painters in Lake Bluff post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Lake County Painting (#1), Fresh Coat Painters of The North Shore (#2) and Standard 28 (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which painters in Lake Bluff work on weekends?
204 of 267 ranked painters post Saturday hours and 76 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Lake County Painting (#1), Fresh Coat Painters of The North Shore (#2) and Standard 28 (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does interior painting cost in Lake Bluff?
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 Lake Bluff. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Lake Bluff painters have?
The median Google rating among 267 rated painters in Lake Bluff is 5.0★, with a median of 14 reviews. Active Painting has the most, 263 reviews, and ranks #18. 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 Lake Bluff count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Lake Bluff 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 Lake Bluff
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 267 painters serving Lake Bluff.
- October 2026: 3 duplicate listings merged.
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