Historic Home Painting & Restoration Specialists
Preserving San Diego's Architectural Heritage Through Expert Craftsmanship
- Licensed & BondedCSLB #1104525 · B & C-33
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- Written WarrantyOne year · terms apply
- Free On-Site EstimatesDetailed written proposals
Quick answerDouble G paints and restores historic and architecturally significant homes throughout San Diego County, including Craftsman, Spanish Revival and early-1900s properties. We combine careful preparation, woodwork and trim restoration, stucco texture matching, period-appropriate color guidance and lead-safe work practices where required.
Historic homes require more than traditional painting techniques. They demand an understanding of original materials, architectural detail, careful preparation, and restoration methods that respect the character of the property. Double G Painting & General Contracting has a longstanding track record of painting and restoring historic and architecturally significant properties throughout San Diego County. Our team focuses on preserving original features while delivering durable and beautiful finishes.
Historic painting and restoration services
- Historic exterior and interior painting
- Detailed woodwork, trim, and fascia restoration
- Original window and door preparation
- Stucco repair and texture matching
- Period-appropriate color consultation and coating recommendations
- Carpentry repairs coordinated with painting
- Lead-safe work practices where required
Respecting the Past. Protecting the Future.
Our approach combines traditional craftsmanship with appropriate modern materials and organized project management to help preserve architectural character and long-term property integrity.
Architecture we work on
Craftsman and bungalows
Common in Mission Hills, North Park, South Park and Point Loma. Exposed rafter tails, brackets, shingles and lap siding call for hand work, and siding at the base of the walls often needs repair. See our Craftsman bungalow project.
Spanish Revival and Mission
Hand-troweled stucco, tile roofs, wrought iron and painted wood windows. Stucco repairs need to match the original texture. See our Spanish-style home project.
Early-1900s wood homes
Tall gables, decorative trim and many layers of old paint. Our Point Loma historic home shows the preparation these homes need.
Historic Homes Photos
Real Double G jobs in San Diego. Tap a photo to enlarge it.
See It on Real Jobs
Point LomaPoint Loma Historic Home
Decades of failed paint stripped from a historic Point Loma home, wood repaired and primed, and the exterior restored in gray with white trim.
San DiegoCraftsman Bungalow Siding Repair & Repaint
Wood siding rotted through at the base of the walls, replaced to match and repainted in a soft gray with white trim.
San DiegoSpanish Villa Stucco Repair & Repaint
Broken stucco down to the brick, cracked walls and faded ironwork, rebuilt and repainted with green trim and red wrought iron.
From Estimate to Final Walkthrough
Free On-Site Estimate
We review your objectives, assess visible surface conditions, and discuss preparation or repair considerations.
Detailed Written Proposal
You receive a written proposal outlining the recommended scope of work, preparation and coating system.
Prep, Repair, Paint
We protect the property, address the underlying surface conditions, then apply the finish coats.
Walkthrough & Warranty
We review the finished work with you. Qualifying work is backed by our one-year written warranty, subject to its terms.
Historic Homes FAQ
Do historic homes need special paint?
Not exotic paint, but the right preparation and primer matter. Older homes often have many layers of oil-based paint, and new coatings need a compatible primer to bond. We recommend coatings based on the original materials and what is already on the house.
How do you handle lead paint on older homes?
Homes built before 1978 may have lead-based paint under newer layers. We follow lead-safe work practices where required, including containment, careful surface preparation and cleanup. Ask about lead-safe practices during your free on-site estimate.
Can you repair original wood instead of replacing it?
Often, yes. We repair sound original woodwork, trim and fascia where we can, and replace only what has deteriorated, matching original profiles as closely as possible.
Do you help choose historically appropriate colors?
Yes. We offer period-appropriate color consultation and coating recommendations, and can brush out samples on the house so you can see them in place.
Is my home in a historic district?
Some San Diego neighborhoods have designated historic districts or individually designated homes. If yours is designated, check with the city about any review requirements before changing colors or materials. We're happy to provide product and color information.
Request Your Free On-Site Estimate
Tell us about your project and we'll schedule a free on-site estimate. During the visit we'll review your objectives and assess the surfaces, then follow up with a detailed written proposal.
| Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday – Sunday | Closed |
Ready to Get Started?
Free on-site estimates, detailed written proposals, and in-house painting and carpentry to address what's underneath the paint.
