J & D Painting Comparative Summary

The most important part of any paint job is preparing the underlying surface beforehand. If it’s not done right, even the best quality paint and most skilled technique won’t prevent problems down the road.

If you hire a paint contractor, you’ll probably assume that all surfaces will be properly prepped beforehand. But Harold Jagoda, owner of J&D Painting, knows otherwise. With nearly 40 years of experience, Jagoda can quickly spot the telltale signs of inadequate prep. The Bay Area, for example, is rife with stucco houses whose exterior is lined with cracks that Jagoda calls “road maps”—a consequence of the caulking process used by many less-experienced painters to fill underlying cracks. Road maps are notoriously difficult to eradicate, often reappearing year after year despite many new coats of paint.

The polymer sealant used by J&D, by contrast, is far more permanent. Homeowners may not notice the difference right away, says Jagoda. But one day they will.

Whether it’s a single room within a home or the exterior of a business complex, J&D is often able to start and complete work far more quickly than its competitors. In a profession not known for its longevity, some J&D painters have worked at the company for over 25 years. As a result they have developed a highly efficient system of working together efficiently and productively that saves customers time and money—and results in beautiful, professional work every time. Because J&D has a relatively large staff, Jagoda can send bigger crews to finish quickly and on-schedule. In contrast, many contractors send a two-person team that spends weeks on a single job.

The J&D staff is friendly and reliable, earning them many repeat customers and referrals. They guarantee quality and commit to resolving issues fast. Whatever size the job, they leave every work site neat and meticulously clean.