What people are saying about us
Having owned a home in Marblehead since 1978, I have used numerous contractors over the years. Most have been a huge disappointment with the exception of Presto Painting Company. I first met the owner Costa Makris after my husband died in 1994. The house was in poor shape and in desperate need of attention. I was quoted a price and agreed to proceed. After lots of preparation and what I thought was the final coat of paint , Costa approached me that the house needed another coat of paint. I told him it wasn't affordable to me and I could live with it the way it was. What he said next brought me to tears as he said he wouldn't be able to sleep at night with the way it was and he'd finish it to perfection as he takes tremendous pride in his work! Since that initial job, I have hired Presto Painting Company numerous times to paint both the inside and outside of my home. He and his wife, Carol are honest, fair, perfectionists and good people. While I was at the best painting store on the North Shore today, I referred a customer to Presto Painting Company. One of the employees overheard me and agreed that Presto Painting Company in Marblehead / Swampscott is indeed the best on the North Shore! I am grateful to them not only for their superb painting skills but for helping me out when I was at a low point in my life!!! Furthermore Costa has exquisite taste, when I tried to tell him to paint the brick in the front of my house a different color, he informed me that it wouldn't look right.. Well guess what, he was right and came back immediately to redo it... He and his business are the best and I think everyone in Marblehead would agree with me. I am happy to allow anyone to see his work Alexandra C. Marblehead, MA
I hired Presto Painting Company almost over 7 years ago to paint the exterior of my house in Marblehead. When I called Presto last spring to schedule an exterior prep, power wash and paint job for my home, I could not believe it had been over 7years! The extraordinary prep and restoration work by Presto the first time, allowed my homes exterior paint job to hold up for almost a decade! Given we live near the water and the years of brutal winter weather this is truly amazing! When they team showed up this past spring, I remembered exactly why I hired them! The team lead by the owner, Costa is completely professional. Costa comes to your home /site daily which is unheard of with most companies today. He walks you through every stage of the process so you are on the same page every step of the way. He makes time to meet with to answer questions or simply "Check in" to make sure your are happy along the way. He works around your schedule and will meet you when it works best for you. He even extends the offer to come back anytime at NO charge if you are not happy with results His crew is simply the BEST in the business. They are professional, polite, and NEAT! I felt comfortable having my kids play this summer while work was going on and coming and going to and from my house all day long ! The end result goes without saying--FANTASTIC RESULTS and COSTA and team came in UNDER THE INITIAL BUDGETED AMOUNT! Now that never happens! I recommend Costa and his team to anyone looking for interior and/or exterior paint/powerwash work at their home or business. You will be happy you chose Presto! Susan B. Marblehead, MA
Its impressive to deal with a contractor who cares about his customers! Continued success to a fine company.Sue & Peter G.
Just a note to let you know how appreciative I am of the professional manner in which you conduct your business. I wish you good health and continued prosperityMaureen C.
We could not be more pleased with your work. Your crews are polite, considerate, hard working and professional in every way. The quality of their work is excellent. We were particularly pleased with the quality of their preparation work. Thanks so much for an excellent job. You are now my house painter of choice and I will confidently and enthusiastically recommend you to anyone I know considering a painting project.Doug B. Swampscott, MA
Costas men are not merely painters; they are craftsmen. Its obvious that they enjoy what they do and take pride in their work. Details are not overlooked, they are emphasized. This is what elevates Presto Painting Company to a higher level of excellence compared to other companiesFay P.
We started to get estimates and ask our friends & neighbors who to use, or more exactly who NOT to use. But Presto Painting Company's name came up as a recommendation again and again! Our painting was done timely, expertly and with careful consideration of our new landscaping. All for a fair price!Jane & Rick F., Monroe Rd., Marblehead, MA
They are all craftsmen, not merely painters. Perfect edges, perfect clean up, from power washing to finish with their vacuum cleaners. Each day they cleaned up, even the drop cloths look as if they've been to the cleaners.Linda & Andy N., Mechanic St., Marblehead, MA
We want to thank you for doing an excellent job on our condo. The crew was helpful, very professional and dedicated.Rona & Harold F., Weatherly Dr., Salem, MA
You have a very hard working and meticulous crew whose efforts are sincerely appreciated. The scope of scraping and prep exceeded not only our expectations, but has caught the eye of our neighbors, friends and passers-by.Robert B., Paradise Rd., Swampscott, MA
Costas, the owner is wonderful. He wants to make you the customer happy at all costs. I can't say anything negative about the whole experience. I will use them again and recommend them highly to anyone.Susan S. Euclid Ave., Marblehead, MA
Thanks for coming at such short notice, it was greatly appreciated. Everything was kept so clean! The work was great, especially the prep and spackling. Again, we really appreciate the work and timely response.Tom & Maureen M., Valliant Way, Salem, MA
Our committee has now completed its work at the Swampscott Train Depot. We realize that you adjusted your work schedule and went beyond the requirements of your contract in order to assist us in completing the projected. We have received many compliments on the appearance of the Station since it was painted.John F., Swampscott Depot Restoration Committee
Many thanks to you and your entire crew for the excellent and professional painting/carpentry job. It is no wonder that Presto Painting Company has such an excellent reputation on the North Shore.Sean C., Elmwood Rd., Swampscott, MA
Your firm demonstrated the workmanship, quality and dedication that is refreshing to see. Your crews arrived early in the morning and stayed until late afternoon. When rain intervened, your workmen took it upon themselves to ensure the necessary touch-ups were handled promptly.Scott & Carol S., Laurel Rd., Swampscott, MA
Our house has an entire new look to it, and we have to thank Presto Painting Company for their personal efforts. There are other painters; however, the dependability, honesty, craftsmanship and desire to please their customer places Presto Painting Company in a league of their own.Earl K., Nason Rd., Swampscott, MA
We were delighted with the quality workmanship which you and your crew performed while preparing, priming and painting. The entire neighborhood has been commenting on how good the house looks! The work which was promised in the estimate was actually delivered in the finished product.Jeff G., Magnolia Rd., Swampscott, MA
Costa has always amazed me with his dedication and the pride he takes in his workmanship. He's the best painter I have ever met. Thank you Costa and Carol-you are truly great professionals, and more importantly, wonderful people.Bob B. Puritan Park, Swampscott, MA
Presto Painting Company performed professionally! Presto worked within quote, on time! Presto cleaned up and put away nightly! No mess! Presto did quality work! Presto did exactly what we asked them to do! Presto acted friendly and courteously!Tom & Sun B., Ocean Ave., Marblehead, MA