May 2026 update - Unfortunately after another five months of the same (promises made, none kept),…read moreI've officially given up in trying to get this resolved. While Brian did come out to sand out all the bubbles, it actually made things worse as I have areas of raw wood now. I've had to hire another contractor and will weigh my options as far as recovering compensation for a job that wasn't done right.

UPDATE (June 8, 2026): We have received neither payment nor communication from Brian…read more UPDATE (May 2026): We obtained a court judgment in our favor in late April. Brian told us he currently did not have the money, would be traveling in Europe for several weeks, but would "guarantee to pay at latest by June 5th." We will update this review accordingly. ORIGINAL REVIEW (April 2026): Using Brian's Painting was a very disappointing and costly experience that left us with an unfinished home and significant financial loss. We hired Brian for a $10,000 exterior painting project. After collecting $6,000, he completed only about 10% of the work, then abandoned the project and stopped communicating. Brian requested a 40% deposit ($4,000) and later an additional 20% ($2,000) after a short prep stage that took about eight hours. After receiving the $6,000, he returned only twice for brief visits over several weeks, then dropped the job, leaving the house unfinished. (See attached photos.) We attempted to resolve the matter in good faith. We agreed he could keep the $2,000 even though several licensed painters we consulted estimated that only about 10% ($1,000) of the work had been completed by Brian. He eventually agreed to refund the $4,000 deposit, but after multiple deadline extensions has only returned $1,300 and has now stopped communicating altogether. We are now pursuing recovery through court and filing a complaint with the Regulated Industries Complaints Office (RICO), which takes enforcement action against unlicensed contractors operating illegally in Hawaii. We also had prior issues with a smaller job he completed in 2023, including use of lower-grade paint than what we paid for and paint splatter left on appliances. Despite this, we gave him another opportunity when he repeatedly requested the exterior project. We greatly regret that decision now. Bottom line: We strongly recommend homeowners to look elsewhere.

Used Ben again for touch up painting. Appreciate the flexibility and attention to details…read more He always have a smile and enthusiastic. Ben is also experienced and knowledgeable in other areas involving construction. Just pick his brain!! Aside from doing good work, Ben is just a nice guy, family man. He is someone you can go grab a beer with to watch a game, or go on a early morning hike with. He also takes care of military personnel like myself. Strongly recommend Ben.

I just rehired Ben, this time to paint the exterior of my home. He and David did an excellent job…read more They took their time prepping the house beforehand. There were a couple of places where there was rotting wood on the fascia and they removed and replaced it. They caulked around the window frames and pressured washed the windows while they were pressure washing the house. Ben noticed that the flashing on the edge of the lanai was rusting in one spot and that water was pooling under some loose shingles. Unfortunately, during this time it decided to rain so when the sun came out and dried up everything he sealed the loose shingles and replaced the flashing. The flashing was an additional cost but that didn't bother me as I wanted it taken care of and was not a part of the original estimate. Ben came back after the painting was finished to do a walk around with me to check any areas that I might have had concerns about and took care of them. He actually did a few additional things for me that had nothing to do with the initial job. Oh and the price for the exterior paint job was very reasonable! So, please don't hesitant to hire Ben and his crew if you want excellent workmanship on your next project.

Meticulous. Detail oriented. Genuine. Trustworthy. Capable. Affordable…read more If any of those words are important to you when looking for a painter, then B&B is who you should hire if you want a high-quality and beautiful paint job. Bryson knows what he's doing and has a solution for everything that was bad with our worn down exterior. We let the exterior paint deteriorate for too long, and now the house looks brand new. Prep work needed a lot, and Bryson was meticulous when prepping every surface including the gutters, overhangs, window sills, and worn areas requiring extensive work. Pressure wash, caulk, fill, and sand. Then some repeated to make things look new again. He's genuine and does what he says he's going to do. No skimping. He uses quality Sherwin Williams paint that is expected to last. Paint is sprayed, rolled, and brushed and looks flawless. Man....such a difference! And of course, his estimate came in at around the mid-range compared to others. Completely worth the money. Hire B&B! They also painted the entire interior of our house a year ago which prior to our moving in, was a rental property. Now it's ready for a photo shoot! Beautiful work and everything looks incredibly new. B&B goes the extra mile to make you happy. They genuinely care about their work. We are very happy campers and you will be too. They're all about service and satisfied clients. I'm recommending them to all my neighbors, friends, and family. Get on their list!

This is the second time I hired B&B Painting Hawaii. I dealt with the owner Bryson, who came out…read moreto evaluate the work to be performed, discussed the paint color and finish, and timely submitted the scope of work proposal. I was fortunate that he was able to perform the interior painting himself. His is very knowledgeable about painting and takes pride in his workmanship. The work is done neatly, including the cleaning up. I plan on being a repeat customer!

Good work at a good price!…read more After nearly 15 years, had to have my hour re-painted (2nd time) and priced around a few places here in Mililani. It ended up Tachibana Painting came in at the best price, and when thinking back, we did use them in 2010 ish, when we repainted the house exterior for the first time. Also when we repainted our downstairs interior when we remodeled. James came within 2 days from when I sent a message on their website to do a quote. Had to have some window trims removed due to the carpenter bees burrowing into them, have some decorative roof beams replaced (dry rot), and a few areas patched. No problem - they have people that can do it all, in addition to the painting. Then within a day and a half of the visit, I got a written quote via email, along with the warranty if we choose to do the work with them. Had the weather cooperated, it probably would've taken about a week; from the initial power washing, to re-grouting the seams, the carpentry work, then priming and painting 2 coats. But Mililani being Mililani, it rained and the work dragged on a bit, but something the workers can't control. So overall, a good job and would definitely use them again!

Arnell was so productive and he takes great pride is his work! He is the best painter in the world!…read moreHe is knowledgeable and skillful! He prepped the areas so well and went above and beyond in the work that he did and was a joy to be around! He also was mentoring the younger painters! He does A+++ work and treats his customers so well! Thank you for sending Arnell to our house. Henry was awesome too! He miraculously fixed a rusted pole on our fence! Thank you for your wonderful crew! Alexa was fantastic to work with!

The business owner Jherard was a godsend after a storm messed up my parents' roof. He came out…read moreimmediately to do an initial inspection and, after seeing the damage and knowing there were more weather issues on the way, arranged to repair the roof as quickly as the weather conditions and dumpster availability (also affected by the weather) would allow. Jherard worked with the insurance adjuster since I had no idea how to handle that aspect, and kept me informed of the progress. Speaking of communication, he was reachable by phone/text at all hours of the day, not just during "business" hours. Absolutely recommend him and his company to others needing roofing and related repairs.

I had my roof replaced a few years ago with asphalt shingles. They made the process super easy and…read morethe crew worked very hard and got it done quickly. Recently, I discovered some issues with water coming in around a pipe vent. We had a little bit of miscommunication, but once that was cleared up BJ came out quickly to inspect and come up with a plan to fix the issue. We're currently in that process and it's being covered by the warranty which is a huge relief. So despite a couple hiccups, I appreciate that they're working hard so my home stays dry and protected and I'm pleased with their service.

I could not use them because they did not meet my timeline, but their response was fast,…read moreprofessional and very courteous. They even recommended another painting company that might suit my needs. This is the aloha spirit I've come to expect and respect on this island.

Pristine has earned my trust! After receiving 3 formal bids (and 2 informal ones), I chose Pristine…read morePainting & Coatings to paint the inside of my house, including all walls and ceilings. Their price was very competitive with the other bids, and Henry, the estimator, impressed me with his knowledge and willingness to do repairs prior to painting. Several small repairs were needed, and they were happy to do it all! Ryan helped me choose paint colors and even put them on my walls so I could see them "live" and make good choices. He continued to manage the job and truly went out of his way to satisfy my requests, even having special moldings made to match the existing ones in my older home! Gavin headed the paint crew. He was in my house every day for 6 days until the job was done. He was amazing! I cannot say enough about Gavin as a person, and his workmanship. He was professional, easy to talk to, kept me up to date, answered questions as they arose, and did a truly excellent job painting. He did everything as he would want it done himself. He told me that, and then he showed me by doing such careful and exacting work! Mike and Blaze assisted Gavin and proved themselves helpful and skilled as well! Pristine kept their word and came back after the job was done to touch up after the flooring people. Sorry this is such a long review, but I can't say enough about Pristine, especially Henry, Ryan and Gavin!

I would highly recommend A &R Painting and Rodger owner for anyone looking for quality work and…read moreexceptional customer service. Not only did they do a fantastic job painting my house, but Rodger was also very communicative throughout the entire process and made sure I was happy with the final result. Rodger truly went above and beyond to ensure that my home looked amazing and I am grateful for his hard work and attention to detail. If you're looking for a reliable and skilled painters, Rodger including his crow are highly reco Regards, Milena Stefanovic

A & R painting was recommended for our Kaneohe home remodeling project and exterior painting by…read moreAtlas Construction. We contracted them ourselves. The free estimate was done in person by Rodger. He was quick and professional. The estimate for my size home was very reasonable. In September, It took Roger and his two man team only 3 days to prep, pressure wash and paint my large two story home to our satisfaction. Full payment is due on completion, nothing upfront. We were happy with A&R and recommend them for your exterior or interior project.

Excellent job done & customer service provided by John. Exterior paint job & spot termite repair…read morewas "perfecto mundo". In addition, they were very professional, courteous, and daily cleanup. I have an older house and this was our 3rd paint job and the best. Work was done far above my expectations. We are very happy. Thank you John & Impact Painting.

Even though we don't actually use Impact painting for our project due to change in project scope, I…read morewas so impressed with the professionalism and communication from the initial quote. I will definitely be using them in the future!