63/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 54 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 54 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Best Painters in San Mateo, CA (2026)
204 painters ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in San Mateo: Ivanko Pro Painting, CR Score 63/100; 5.0★ from 54 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 4
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Prime Pro Painter, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #4 of 204.
- 9
Most-reviewed: Color Me Mine, 336 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 204 ranked; ranked #9.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
204 San Mateo painters are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 16 are open 24/7, 134 open Saturdays and 69 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 204 rated businesses.
Top 10 painters in San Mateo at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ivanko Pro Painting | 63 | 5.0★ (54) | Campbell, 3 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Rossi Painting & Construction | 63 | 5.0★ (144) | San Carlos, 5 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 3 | ELEGANT CUSTOM PAINTING INC | 61 | 5.0★ (79) | Alameda, 3 mi away | Sat | — |
| 4 | Prime Pro Painter | 60 | 5.0★ (16) | Cupertino, 3 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 5 | IME Painting | 60 | 5.0★ (36) | San Mateo | Sat | — |
| 6 | Create, Mix and Mingle | 60 | 4.7★ (23) | San Mateo | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 7 | CertaPro Painters of Silicon Valley | 60 | 4.9★ (99) | San Carlos, 5 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 8 | Ryan Courtney Painting and Decorating | 60 | 4.8★ (19) | San Mateo | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 9 | Color Me Mine | 60 | 4.8★ (336) | Alameda, 14 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | Most reviews |
| 10 | Viking Painting and Remodeling | 60 | 5.0★ (58) | Alameda, 6 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
The 204 best painters in San Mateo, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in San Carlos, 5 mi away
63/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 144 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 144 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–7 PM
- Address
- 110 Glenn Way #17, San Carlos, CA 94070
Based in Alameda, 3 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 79 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 79 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–6 PM · Sat 7 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
Based in Cupertino, 3 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
#5 IME Painting
Based in San Mateo
60/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 36 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
- 5.0★ from 36 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–6 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 12 Iris Ct, San Mateo, CA 94401
Based in San Mateo
60/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting studio”.
- 4.7★ from 23 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 9 AM–10 PM
- Address
- 25 N Kingston St, San Mateo, CA 94401
Based in San Carlos, 5 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 99 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 4.9★ from 99 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 7 AM–9:30 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–9:30 PM · Sat 7 AM–9:30 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 541 Taylor Way Unit 12, San Carlos, CA 94070
Based in San Mateo
60/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 6 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 34 Creekridge Ct, San Mateo, CA 94402
Based in Alameda, 14 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 336 Google reviews, the most in San Mateo.
- 4.8★ from 336 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 11 AM–8 PM · Fri 11 AM–10 PM · Sat 10 AM–10 PM · Sun 10 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 2205 S Shore Center, Alameda, CA 94501
Based in Alameda, 6 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 58 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 58 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
Based in San Mateo
60/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
- 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 1900 S Norfolk St #350, San Mateo, CA 94403
Based in San Mateo
60/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
- 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 102 S Idaho St, San Mateo, CA 94401
Based in San Mateo
59/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
- 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 3603 Colegrove St Apartment 24, San Mateo, CA 94403
#14 Pinot's Palette
Based in San Bruno, 6 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 53 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting studio”.
- 4.8★ from 53 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Tue 8 AM–12 PM · Wed–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 12:30 PM–3:30 PM
- Address
- 533 San Mateo Ave, San Bruno, CA 94066
Based in Alameda, 2 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
- 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–9 PM
#16 Ramos Painting
Based in Burlingame, 3 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–8 PM
#17 Gene's Painting
Based in Ashland, 2 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #17 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–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
Based in San Carlos, 5 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 141 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 4.8★ from 141 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 541 Taylor Way Unit 12, San Carlos, CA 94070
Based in Foster City, 3 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting studio”.
- 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–9 PM
- Address
- 750 Alma Ln STE 110, Foster City, CA 94404
#20 All Fired Up
Based in Burlingame, 2 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 37 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
- 4.0★ from 37 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 11 AM–6 PM · Fri 11 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 10 AM–7 PM
- Address
- 344 Lorton Ave, Burlingame, CA 94010
Based in San Mateo
59/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–3:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1710 S Amphlett Blvd UNIT 112, San Mateo, CA 94402
Based in Campbell, 8 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 37 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
- 4.9★ from 37 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–6 PM
#23 JC Painting
Based in Redwood Shores, 5 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
- 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Redwood Shores, 3 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–7 PM
#25 Gomez Service
Based in San Mateo
58/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 4.9★ from 11 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- N Idaho St, San Mateo, CA 94401
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 204 ranked painters here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving San Mateo
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Alfie Holmes Painting | 5.0★ (2) | In San Mateo |
| Alvaro’s Painting | In San Mateo | |
| Barrón paints | 5.0★ (2) | In San Mateo |
| BPD Painting services & Chimney Inspection ltd | 5.0★ (1) | In San Mateo |
| Brothers Constructions And Painting San Mateo Ca | In San Mateo | |
| Deans Brush Painting Contractors | In San Mateo | |
| E Perez & Co Painting Inc | 5.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Estuardo painting | 5.0★ (1) | In San Mateo |
| ETC Painting & Chimney Repair Services | 5.0★ (1) | In San Mateo |
| handyman | In San Mateo | |
| Heldy Andrade Painting Inc. | 5.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Jim paintin | 5.0★ (2) | In San Mateo |
| LN Painting | In San Mateo | |
| Marksmen Painting | In San Mateo | |
| Minerva Painting & & Chimney Repair Services | 5.0★ (2) | In San Mateo |
| MP Extreme Works | 5.0★ (2) | In San Mateo |
| Paint Coat Bay Area | 3.0★ (1) | In San Mateo |
| Peninsula Plus Painting | 5.0★ (2) | 3 mi |
| RFP Painting services & Chimney Inspection ltd | 5.0★ (2) | In San Mateo |
| Stallings Painting, Inc. | 4.0★ (1) | In San Mateo |
How much do painters cost in San Mateo?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for San Mateo. 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 San Mateo painters
We scored 204 San Mateo painters on ten 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. A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, 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 San Mateo data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license, bond and workers’ comp on file | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed business on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | How clearly the business does this trade (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The business has claimed its ContractorsRanked profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The business links to ContractorsRanked from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
| ContractorsRanked reviews | 10% | Verified customer reviews collected by ContractorsRanked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
Painters in San Mateo: frequently asked questions
Who is the best painter in San Mateo?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked painter in San Mateo, CA is Ivanko Pro Painting with a CR Score of 63/100. It has 5.0★ from 54 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Rossi Painting & Construction (#2) and ELEGANT CUSTOM PAINTING INC (#3) follow. We ranked 204 painters on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many painters are there in San Mateo?
ContractorsRanked ranks 204 painters serving San Mateo, CA. 12 of them are based in San Mateo; 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 San Mateo are open 24/7?
16 ranked painters in San Mateo post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Ivanko Pro Painting (#1), Prime Pro Painter (#4) and JC Painting (#23). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which painters in San Mateo work on weekends?
134 of 204 ranked painters post Saturday hours and 69 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Ivanko Pro Painting (#1), Rossi Painting & Construction (#2) and ELEGANT CUSTOM PAINTING INC (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does interior painting cost in San Mateo?
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 San Mateo. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do San Mateo painters have?
The median Google rating among 204 rated painters in San Mateo is 5.0★, with a median of 9 reviews. Color Me Mine has the most, 336 reviews, and ranks #9. 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 ten published factors, led by reputation (25%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and trade focus (10%). A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do painters outside San Mateo count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the San Mateo 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 San Mateo
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 204 painters serving San Mateo.
- October 2026: 3 duplicate listings merged.
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