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Aurora Painting and Decorating Inc

Listed in Oakland 19 reviews(510) 655-9267

Aurora Painting and Decorating Inc

Aurora Painting and Decorating Inc is based in Oakland and serves the East Bay and Marin. It has painted Bay Area homes since 1987, including landmarks by Bernard Maybeck, Julia Morgan and John Hudson Thomas.

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Business Highlights
  • It is a two-time preservation award winner, with BAHA (2006) and AAPS (2021) recognition.
  • It holds California Contractor License #721226.
  • It is an EPA RRP Lead-Safe Certified Firm.
  • It provides a three-year workmanship warranty on every job.
  • Every employee is background-checked.
  • The same crew starts and finishes each job.
  • Owner Carlo conducts a walkthrough at the beginning and end of each job.

Service Area

Berkeley, Oakland, Piedmont, Kensington, Albany, Alameda, Montclair, the Berkeley Hills, Mill Valley, Tiburon, Belvedere, Sausalito, Ross, Kentfield and Corte Madera; select projects in Orinda, Moraga and Atherton.

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Aurora Painting and Decorating Inc is one of 10 painters ProsGrade lists in Oakland, California.

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Listing details

6 services listed, including Interior painting, Exterior painting and Historic restoration. Open Monday to Saturday. 19 reviews.

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How This Business Compares

How Aurora Painting and Decorating Inc compares with the other 9 painters on ProsGrade in Oakland, using public Google ratings and review counts.

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Services Covered

6 services
  • Interior paintingwalls and ceilings; trim, doors and molding; drywall repair, cabinet refinishing, accent walls and specialty finishes
  • Exterior paintingstucco, siding and wood; decks and fences, painted or stained
  • Historic restorationoriginal trim, siding and details; period-appropriate colors and modern protective coatings
  • Custom new buildsfinish painting for custom high-end construction; full prep, clean lines and premium coatings
  • Commercial paintingoffices, retail, multi-unit buildings and industrial spaces
  • Color consultationprofessional consultation with a color specialist

Reviews

What customers say

Customers praise clear communication, careful preparation and crews who treated homes respectfully and kept them clean. One customer valued color recommendations and samples, while another said the project finished on time and was cleaned up properly.

Customer Reviews

yoloceli garcia

We had Aurora Painting & Decorating paint my mother’s home in Piedmont and we couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out. We specifically asked for Martin’s crew after hearing great things, and they absolutely delivered! Aurora definitely wasn’t the lowest bid, but my mom has very high expectations and they were exceeded from beginning to end. Communication was clear the whole way through, the prep work was thorough, and the attention to detail really showed in the finished product. The crew was respectful of her home, kept things clean, and took pride in what they were doing. If you’re looking for a painting company that does things the right way and stands behind their work, Aurora is worth it!
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Mikey Quintero

Aurora Painting and Decorating did a fantastic job painting the full interior of my home in Piedmont, including our kitchen cabinets and they look better than new. The attention to detail and overall professionalism from Jose and his crew really stood out. Everything was perfect and finished better than we could have imagined. I’d absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for the best interior painters!
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Shelley Newport

I had a great experience working with Carlo and his painting company. The communication was clear, the scheduling was smooth, and the crew showed real professionalism from start to finish. Everything was completed on time, cleaned up properly, and the quality of the work turned out excellent. What stood out to me is that this isn’t your typical old-school painting experience. There was no hassle, no confusion, and no runaround. Carlo keeps things simple, organized, and straightforward—something you don’t always get in this industry. His company is truly an improved and modern version of what painting services should be. Carlo made sure every detail was handled the right way and checked in throughout the job to ensure everything met expectations. His team was respectful, efficient, and easy to work with from beginning to end. I highly recommend Carlo and Aurora Painting & Decorating to anyone looking for reliable, high-quality painting work and a stress-free experience. I would absolutely use them again.
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The Naranjo Fam

I recently hired Aurora Painting for a full home interior painting project. Carlo and his crew did an absolutely amazing job from start to finish! The team transformed every room--living areas, bedrooms, kitchen, bathrooms, and even the hallways with impeccable precision and care. The walls look stunning, with smooth, even coats and no imperfections whatsoever. It feels like I'm living in a brand-new space! What made the experience even better was their color consultant, who is truly the best in the business. She listened to my vision, offered recommendations on shades that enhanced the natural light and flow of my home, and provided multiple samples to ensure everything was perfect. Her guidance turned the whole process into a seamless and enjoyable project and took a lot of the stress off my shoulders. If you're considering any painting work, I can't recommend Aurora Painting enough. They're professional, timely. They're not the cheapest by any means but you get what you pay for.
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Nereyda Melchor

We recently hired Carlo to paint our parents’ house, and the experience was exceptional from start to finish. The home needed quite a bit of prep and detailed work, and Carlo and his team handled it all with great care and professionalism. One of the standout aspects of working with Carlo was his full-service approach. He guided us through the entire process, including a very helpful color consultation. Choosing the right colors can be overwhelming, but Carlo made it easy—and even provided visual renderings so we could see what the house would look like beforehand. None of the other painting contractors we spoke with offered that, and it made a huge difference in our confidence and final decision. Throughout the project, Carlo communicated in a timely and transparent manner. He and his crew were respectful of the home, clean, punctual, and extremely professional. The quality of the work speaks for itself—we couldn’t be happier with the final result. We would absolutely recommend Carlo to our friends and family and will gladly hire him again for any future painting needs. A+ service all around!
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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Aurora scope a full exterior repaint?

It assesses the substrate, required preparation and project details before providing a written proposal.

How does Aurora protect a home during painting?

It covers floors, furniture, counters and landscaping, contains the work area, and clears tools and walkways at each day's end.

How does Aurora handle lead-safe work on pre-1978 homes?

It sands with HEPA-filtered equipment, contains and collects debris, then removes it from the property in sealed form.

Which paint products does Aurora use?

It uses Sherwin-Williams Duration and Emerald, plus Benjamin Moore Regal and Aura, selecting products for each home.

What damage does Aurora's workmanship warranty exclude?

It does not cover damage from structural movement or water entering behind the surface.