J & D Painting Frequently Asked Questions

(510) 538-9838
16473 Kent Avenue
San Lorenzo, CA 94580
Q: long does it take to paint my house?
A: "For the majority of houses, it will take two to three days."
Q: How do you work so fast?
A: "We generally have a bigger crew. Where other contractors might bring in two people, we come with six."
Q: How long can I expect a paint job to last?
A: "On stucco, it should last and look good for ten years—to a professional painter’s eye. A homeowner might still be happy after 15 years. Expect a wood surface with a southern exposure to look good for seven years. An indoor paint job should look good for 15 years, unless you have mold problems—common in closets and other places with no air movement."
Q: Why do mold and mildew keep coming back?
A: "Though paint has a mildicide in it, it dissipates after five to seven years. At that point, cleaning off mold with a pressure wash is just throwing good money after bad. Once the mildicide in the paint is gone, the mold will invariably return. Your only option is to repaint."
Q: How valuable is a "guarantee" from a painting company?
A: "Be careful. Some large companies “guarantee” their work for years, but what they end up offering to dissatisfied customers is merely a gallon of paint. In the first year, most companies will fully honor their guarantees. After that, it often becomes a discussion with lots of haggling. Choose the company you believe will give you the best paint job for your money, not merely the best guarantee."