Welcome to Matthew Licata Painting Services, San Diego’s best commercial and residential painting company. We are locally-owned and family-operated, ensuring that you get the personal touch and attention to detail that you deserve. Whether your project is big or small, we will make sure that you get the most cost-effective, reliable, and efficient service around –guaranteed! We are also available to work around your schedule, including nights and weekends. Now offering environmentally friendly, low voc, organic and vegan biodegradable paints helping to keep our planet green. Trust us to provide the best, most dependable painting services in San Diego. Call today for a free estimate!
Business highlights
26 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered
Services we offer
Matthew Licata Painting Services provides a variety of services for your home or business, including interior and exterior painting, staining, powerwashing, color consultation, popcorn ceiling removal and texturing, termite/dry-rot wood repair, wallpaper removal, and cabinet refinishing. Whether your project is big or small, we will make sure that you get the most cost-effective, dependable, clean and efficient service around – guaranteed!
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Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Diane S.
04/2016
5.0
interior painters
+ -1 more
unknown
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Cindy H.
04/2015
5.0
interior painters, woodworking
+ 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: My house was built in the 1920s, and special skills are required for restoration projects. I hired Matt and his team to paint a bedroom which has a lot of wood trim, including dropped crown and floor moldings, old-style window frames, a Murphy bed with cabinetry, shelves, and cupboards, and 3 doors. Also, the adjoining bathroom with similar wood trim was painted. Matt first sanded the worn and peeling areas from all the wood; then he applied oil base primer to the wood in both rooms and also to the bathroom walls and ceiling. Next was water base primer for the bedroom ceiling and also to the walls which I would subsequently wallpaper. Finally, contrasting colors of paint were used on trim and ceilings. It was a fancy, difficult job, but it turned out beautiful, and I'm very happy. Matt and his team were polite, friendly, and professional, and they left everything very clean. The project was finished in 2 days, which I liked a lot. All in all, a very good experience!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,800
Donna B.
06/2014
5.0
interior painters
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Never even got an estimate
Description of Work: Called me back on my request for an estimate and let me know that they're estimates are very high and because my property is a rental recommended I go with someone else as they do only high end, high estimates work
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
Makeba J.
04/2014
5.0
interior painters
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Matt and his team painted the interior walls and ceiling of my condo. Matt was very professional and thorough. He took time to explain exactly what he'd do and why. He is so knowledgeable. He didn't have the cheapest estimate compared to others. But what sold me was his integrity and the care he took. He's detailed oriented and wants to do the best job possible. The condo looks beautiful! This was my first experience using a professional painter and I couldn't be happier! I would highly recommend Matt Licata Painting! You will be so happy with his work!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,100
nick L.
07/2013
5.0
house painters
+ -1 more
He did a great job.
Description of Work: He painted our house.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000
Jim B.
01/2013
5.0
interior painters
+ -1 more
great job.
Description of Work: Matt and his crew painted the inside of the house.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000
Ann A.
10/2012
5.0
interior painters
+ -1 more
Great
Description of Work: Painted bedroom, stairwell, & two hallways
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$199
CAROL D.
07/2012
5.0
interior painters
+ -1 more
ed
Description of Work: Did refresh painting in living and family room. Consulted on paint. Caulked my baseboards for me and did some closet doors beautifully. Basically were willing to do whatever I needed. I'm very happy.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
David V.
12/2011
5.0
interior painters
+ -1 more
The floor molding in our house had been sitting with just primer for way too long. I found Matthew through one of Angie's Big Deals and am very happy with the work. Matthew came with one other person and they worked neatly and efficiently. They didn't leave a drop of paint anywhere on the flooring and the molding looks beautiful. I would definitely hire Matthew again.
Description of Work: Painted floor molding of entire house
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
John D.
12/2011
5.0
interior painters
+ -1 more
Matt called on his way over, which I appreciated. He arrived spot on time with one other gentleman. I explained what I hoped they could finish in the four hours, and they got to work promptly. I was very pleased that not only would they paint, but they were happy to fill numerous holes with spackle (from things the previous owner had mounted on the walls - leaving me the holes when they moved out). They worked together in each room. If they had a question, they asked so there'd be no confusion. We were having the rooms painted the same colors as they were before, and Matt pointed out in the kitchen how the previous painter had left some jagged lines where the walls meet the ceilng in the kitchen. In some spots they got the green paint on the white ceiling and in other spots the green paint hadn't even reached the ceiling. Matt, with his very steady hand, fixed this as much as he could with his brush (I wasn't having them repaint the ceiling, so he made the paint line better at the wall/ceiling joint). They next moved to the living room and used silicone caulking where needed along the ceiling molding to fill gaps - another extra I hadn't expected. Finally they made it to the hallway and finished that with the same high quality, efficient work. I was very pleased they were able to paint all the areas I'd hope they'd be able to do in the time allotted. The work is very high quality, with no drips, missed spots or roller lines. These guys are pros. Matt is polite, friendly, energetic, fast-working, and a genuinely nice guy who gets on with the job. I was so pleased I expect to have him back after the holidays to paint all the interior doors and trim around the doors. I recommend him completely and with no hesitation.
Description of Work: I needed interior painting done so I was keen to get it done when I got a "Big Deal" coupon from Angie's List for 8 man-hours of painting from Matthew Licata Painting for $199. I bought the coupon and gave Matt a call. He was very responsive, calling me back not long after I left my message. I explained I bought the Angie's List Big Deal and explained the painting I'd need to have done. He helped me by telling me how much paint I would need, and despite his very busy schedule we were able to pick a date within a week of my call, which was something I very much wanted. I was hoping that in the 8 man hours they could paint my entire kitchen, two walls of my living room (the other two are brick), and all of the hallway. I know it would take me a heck of a lot more than eight hours and it would probably be a mess and I'd have a backache, so I was keen to leave it to the pros.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$199
Michael K.
12/2011
5.0
house painters
+ -1 more
Matthew was extremely good with communication. I gave him the size of the garage but he said he would be happy to come out and see it in person for a no obligation quote before me hiring him. He came out to my home and told me he could do it. He suggested some paint colors but unfortunately my HOA is VERY strict and I can only paint it one color so I told him the color. He scheduled to come out 2 weeks later. He called me and told me that if I wanted, he could buy the paint as he gets a discounted rate with the various stores. So he even bought the paint for me and brought me the receipt for which I reimbursed him for. He and his worker showed up on time and finished the work in 5 hours. They did an excellent job painting the garage door and even patched some areas that needed to be fixed along with repairing some minor stucco damage on the side of the garage. He and his worker were extremely tidy. I couldn't have asked for a better job and I would gladly recommend him for any job..big or small. I highly recommend him and his company.
Description of Work: I called Matthew to get a bid on a garage door painting job for a house that I just purchased.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250
Maeve M.
12/2011
5.0
interior painters
+ -1 more
I called Matt to schedule my appointment and he returned my call very quickly. I was able to schedule the appointment within one week (to fit my schedule). Matt ran a few minutes late on the day, but called me in advance to let me know. Matt was incredibly professional and his work was excellent. I had him paint a bedroom 16 ft x 10 ft (I provided the paint). He patched up the walls prior to painting and explained to me exactly what he was doing. Matt and his assistant worked very quickly and carefully and the job was finished within the 4 hours (yes I got my deal). There was absolutely no mess or clean up for me at the end of the job. I would highly recommend Matt and will use his services again.
Description of Work: I purchased the big deal for painting. $200 for 2 painters for 4 hours
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Bridget B.
11/2011
5.0
interior painters
+ -1 more
I did all contacting with Matthew with email. He offered an acceptable date, and I accepted. Unfortunately, he never received my acceptance due to a malfunction with his phone service. When I called on the morning of the painting, he didn't calendar my date, and wasn't prepared to do the job. HOWEVER, he put everything on hold so he could complete my job the very next day, in time for Thanksgiving! Since he was offering me a deal, and I wanted the job done, I pre-taped most of the baseboards, door molding, stair rail brackets and switch/outlet plates (they were caulked in place, not removable. He never asked me to do it, but since his crew finished a job in the morning and then did my job (at the last minute), he commented that I did a professional job and it helped to get my hallway finished in the given hours allotted, rather than just the foyer that we agreed on. The crew cleaned better than what they started with! My carpets were filthy, going to be cleaned & steam cleaned on the following weekend. They took their vacuum, and picked up EVERYTHING!!! Their protection was excellent; no spots, drips on tile or carpet. They took down all the trim tape. The job was absolutely excellent, and I will be booking them over the summer for other major interior painting. They were incredible!!!
Description of Work: Painted a 20-ft foyer and stair wall, continuing to upper hall. All walls were painted with paint I supplied. Three 2 ft by 3 ft fixed windows were detailed and then the 3 inch sills around each window were painted white with paint I supplied.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$199
Gina A.
06/2011
5.0
interior painters
+ -1 more
About one year ago, Matthew was called on to repair a botched DIY paint job of our den, which included severe hat banding. He was not only fast in repairing the room but also very reasonably priced, professional, and obviously very knowledgeable of his craft. He also provided tips on how to avoid the problem in the future, which I very much appreciated. I was smart to keep his card :-) When it was time to move out of our current rental we needed someone to repaint a bright pink accent wall in our daughter's room. He did such a fantastic job the first time we contacted him once again and he did not disappoint. Fast, clean, perfect work! In 3 hrs he put on two coats of white to cover up the pink AND repainted the remaining three walls AND baseboards their original color. As most people know, there rare 523 shades of white (well, maybe not that many) and Matthew matched the original wall color perfectly. He stayed an extra 20 mins just to make certain the once-pink wall did not need an extra coat of white (it did not). And once again, I received some very useful painting tips! Matthew is the best at what he does...meticulous, fairly priced, professional, and fast! Highly recommended!
Description of Work: Used Matthew on two different occasions. First was a repainting of our den, which was botched (by me). The second, and cost recent was converting a room with a bright pink accent wall to it's neutral white. Both paint jobs totaled approx $320.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$160
CISSY W.
06/2010
5.0
interior painters
+ -1 more
Matthew had done some work for a friend of mine and I had him come out and bid on the interior painting of a very large 10,000 square foot home. Matthew came out, gave me a thoughtful bid and I hired him to do the job. He helped me select paint color, gave us great advice and did an excellent job. He's very professional, prompt, neat, careful and very nice. Although he was in the house for a couple of weeks, we hardly knew he was here. He did a great job cleaning up every day, and re-hung all of our artwork and flat screen televisions. I have had a lot of people who have done work in our home over the past 12 years, and I can say without reservation that Matthew does excellent work. He's a perfectionist and very careful in all areas of his work.
Description of Work: Interior painting of a 10,000 square foot house and substantial touch up of wood molding.
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Service Categories
Interior Painting,
Exterior Painting,
Drywall,
Pressure Washing,
Stucco,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Unfinished Carpentry,
Epoxy Flooring,
Roof Cleaning,
Cabinet Refacing and Refinishing,
Ceiling Fans,
Deck Maintenance
FAQ
Matthew Licata Painting Services is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Matthew Licata Painting Services accepts the following forms of payment: Check,PayPal
Yes, Matthew Licata Painting Services offers free project estimates.
Yes, Matthew Licata Painting Services offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Matthew Licata Painting Services does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Matthew Licata Painting Services offers emergency services.
No, Matthew Licata Painting Services does not offer warranties.
Matthew Licata Painting Services offers the following services: Matthew Licata Painting Services provides a variety of services for your home or business, including interior and exterior painting, staining, powerwashing, color consultation, popcorn ceiling removal and texturing, termite/dry-rot wood repair, wallpaper removal, and cabinet refinishing. Whether your project is big or small, we will make sure that you get the most cost-effective, dependable, clean and efficient service around – guaranteed!