Painting in California
Painting prices depend on prep work as much as paint. GroundBid lets you collect private bids and compare what each painter includes, from surface prep to cleanup. GroundBid is open to homeowners and businesses across California.
What's typically included
Interior and exterior painting, cabinets, trim and doors, pressure-washing and prep before painting, and drywall touch-ups.
What to include in your project post
Say which rooms or surfaces need painting, the approximate square footage or number of rooms, the condition of the surfaces, and whether you're supplying the paint.
Checking a provider in California
On GroundBid, providers are verified before they can bid, and if painting work needs a state or local license or permit, the provider must hold it.
You can also check a contractor's license yourself with the Contractors State License Board (CSLB): official license lookup · 800-321-2752. California licenses contractors statewide through the CSLB. Its lookup shows a contractor's license status, classifications, bond, workers' compensation, personnel and any discipline.
Licensing and permit rules can change and vary by city and county. This is general information, not legal advice; confirm with the licensing board or your local building department. License lookups for every state →
How GroundBid works
Describe the project with photos, choose how long bidding stays open, and verified providers send private, sealed bids that other providers can't see. Compare them, accept the one you want, and your payment is held until you confirm the work is complete. How sealed bidding works →