93/100CR 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 National City, CA (2026)
215 painters ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in National City: Lifetime Custom Painting Inc, CR Score 93/100; 4.9★ from 258 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Bulman Painting, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 215.
- 3
Most-reviewed: PKA Photo & Video, 440 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 215 ranked; ranked #3.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
215 National City painters are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 17 are open 24/7, 121 open Saturdays and 69 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 215 rated businesses.
Top 10 painters in National City at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lifetime Custom Painting Inc | 93 | 4.9★ (258) | San Diego, 5 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Bulman Painting | 89 | 4.9★ (112) | San Diego, 9 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | PKA Photo & Video | 88 | 5.0★ (440) | San Diego, 5 mi away | 24/7 | Most reviews |
| 4 | City Painting Chula Vista | 87 | 4.8★ (51) | Chula Vista, 9 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | J Brown Painting | 87 | 5.0★ (228) | San Diego, 12 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 6 | Precision Painting Plus of San Diego | 86 | 4.9★ (55) | San Diego, 5 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 7 | Paint Works Pro | 86 | 5.0★ (38) | San Diego, 4 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 8 | CeramiCafe | 86 | 4.6★ (314) | La Mesa, 9 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 9 | Set Pro Painting Residencial | 86 | 5.0★ (30) | Chula Vista, 4 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 10 | The Home Painting Co | 85 | 5.0★ (14) | National City | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
The 215 best painters in National City, 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 San Diego, 9 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #2 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 San Diego, 5 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #3 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 Chula Vista, 9 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #4 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, 12 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #5 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 San Diego, 5 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #6 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
Based in San Diego, 4 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #7 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
#8 CeramiCafe
Based in La Mesa, 9 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #8 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 Chula Vista, 4 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 1682 Melrose ave, Chula Vista, CA 91911
Based in National City
85/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–10 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–10 PM
- Address
- 636 E 2nd St, National City, CA 91950
#11 ICV PAINTING CO.
Based in Coronado, 10 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #11 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 National City
85/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 57 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 57 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 337 W 35th St R, National City, CA 91950
#13 HRCCoatings LLC
Based in Bonita, 10 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #13 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 San Diego, 4 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #14 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
#15 J Brown Painting
Based in San Diego, 4 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 688 13th St Suite 502, San Diego, CA 92101
Based in Spring Valley, 8 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #16 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
#17 PaintLife1904
Based in Bonita, 10 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #17 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
Based in Chula Vista, 4 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 73 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 4.9★ from 73 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 719 Melrose Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91910
#19 Paintonomy Inc
Based in Rancho Penasquitos, 10 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #19 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 Casa de Oro-Mount Helix, 4 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #20 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 Bonita, 4 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
- 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 6 AM–11 PM
Based in San Diego, 4 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #22 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 6 AM–9 PM
- Address
- 1111 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
Based in El Cajon, 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 “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 San Diego, 7 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 122 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 4.9★ from 122 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 936 Harwood St, San Diego, CA 92154
#25 Craft on Third
Based in Chula Vista, 3 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #25 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–Tue closed · Wed–Thu 12 PM–4 PM · Fri 12 PM–5 PM · Sat 11 AM–5 PM · Sun 11 AM–3 PM
- Address
- 282 3rd Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91910
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 215 ranked painters here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving National City
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 |
|---|---|---|
| California Custom Painting and Staining | 5.0★ (2) | 10 mi |
| Cisneros Contracting San Diego | 5.0★ (2) | 4 mi |
| CONSTRUCTION | 5.0★ (2) | 4 mi |
| DeRivera Coatings | 5.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Drr Services Painting and Hauling Services San Diego | In National City | |
| E General Construction | 5.0★ (2) | 10 mi |
| FD Handyman | 4.5★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Flores Wallpapering & Painting | 5.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Hager Custom Painting | 5.0★ (2) | 10 mi |
| House Grandorvia Chimney’s Swep | 5.0★ (2) | 4 mi |
| JF Construction & Superior Coatings | 5.0★ (2) | 10 mi |
| M9 Mag and Blast | 5.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Pacifico Builders | In National City | |
| Ray Garcia & Sons Painting Co | 5.0★ (2) | 3 mi |
| Ross Painting Group | 5.0★ (2) | 4 mi |
| San Diego Patch and Paint | 5.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Skylar Painting CA Lic# 928445 | 5.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| South Bay Sandblasting and Tank Cleaning, Inc. | 3.3★ (19) | In National City |
| Tico Painting and Decorating | 5.0★ (2) | 9 mi |
| Yanez Painting Services | 4.0★ (2) | 2 mi |
How much do painters cost in National City?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for National City. 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 National City painters
We scored 215 National City 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 National City 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 National City: frequently asked questions
Who is the best painter in National City?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked painter in National City, CA is Lifetime Custom Painting Inc with a CR Score of 93/100. It has 4.9★ from 258 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Bulman Painting (#2) and PKA Photo & Video (#3) follow. We ranked 215 painters on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many painters are there in National City?
ContractorsRanked ranks 215 painters serving National City, CA. 4 of them are based in National City; 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 National City are open 24/7?
17 ranked painters in National City post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Lifetime Custom Painting Inc (#1), Bulman Painting (#2) and PKA Photo & Video (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which painters in National City work on weekends?
121 of 215 ranked painters post Saturday hours and 69 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Lifetime Custom Painting Inc (#1), Bulman Painting (#2) and PKA Photo & Video (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does interior painting cost in National City?
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 National City. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do National City painters have?
The median Google rating among 215 rated painters in National City is 5.0★, with a median of 13 reviews. PKA Photo & Video has the most, 440 reviews, and ranks #3. 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 National City count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the National City 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 National City
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 215 painters serving National City.
- October 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
More painters and National City pages
Painters near National City
- Painters in Chula Vista, CA203 ranked
- Painters in Bonita, CA221 ranked
- Painters in San Diego, CA253 ranked
- Painters in Coronado, CA227 ranked
- Painters in Lemon Grove, CA273 ranked
- Painters in La Presa, CA224 ranked
- Painters in Imperial Beach, CA107 ranked
- Painters in Spring Valley, CA257 ranked
- Painters in La Mesa, CA276 ranked
- Painters in Casa de Oro-Mount Helix, CA260 ranked
Other trades in National City
- Roofers in National City388 ranked
- Plumbers in National City497 ranked
- Electricians in National City351 ranked
- HVAC contractors in National City386 ranked
- General contractors in National City590 ranked
- Landscapers in National City184 ranked
- Handymen in National City120 ranked
- Kitchen remodelers in National City351 ranked
- Bathroom remodelers in National City323 ranked
- Flooring contractors in National City230 ranked
- Tile installers in National City83 ranked
- Drywall contractors in National City40 ranked
- Concrete contractors in National City178 ranked
- Fence contractors in National City102 ranked
- Deck builders in National City75 ranked
- Siding contractors in National City42 ranked
- Window installers in National City187 ranked
- Gutter installers in National City60 ranked
- Insulation contractors in National City61 ranked
- Solar installers in National City274 ranked
- Garage door repair companies in National City124 ranked
- Foundation repair companies in National City47 ranked
- Tree services in National City127 ranked
- Masonry contractors in National City100 ranked
- Water damage restoration companies in National City408 ranked
- Home builders in National City256 ranked
- Demolition contractors in National City58 ranked
- All contractors in National City