Jacob Construction paints house exteriors for homeowners across San Diego and San Diego County, including homes that have received a city or HOA repaint notice with a deadline. We'll look at the house and the notice for free, give you a written quote that covers what the letter asks for, and offer financing options, subject to credit approval.
A repaint notice is stressful because it comes with a date attached. This guide covers what to do in the first few days, what to send every painter before they quote, and how to compare estimates so the work you pay for actually closes out the notice.
At a glance
- We paint homes across San Diego County, and we work with homeowners who are on a city or HOA deadline.
- Give every painter the same information: the notice, the deadline, photos and any HOA color requirements.
- Get HOA color approval in writing before any paint goes on the wall.
- Compare written scopes, not just totals. A lower bid often leaves out prep or repairs.
- Financing is available, subject to credit approval.
What to Do First After a Repaint Notice
Before you call anyone, read the letter closely and pull out three things: what surfaces or conditions it names, the deadline, and who to contact if you need more time or have questions. Some notices are about peeling or faded paint on the body of the house. Others name specific items like fascia, trim, garage doors or a fence. HOA letters often add color and sheen rules as well.
Then take clear photos of every area mentioned in the notice, plus a few wide shots of each side of the house. Those photos help you explain the job on the phone and help you check later that every cited item made it into the quote.
If the deadline looks tight, contact the city office or HOA early rather than late. Many will want to know that you have a plan and a contractor scheduled.
Who to Call for a Repaint Notice in San Diego
Call two or three licensed contractors and give each one the same package. We'd like to be one of those calls. When you request a quote, our project manager visits, walks the house with the notice in hand, and writes a scope that lists every cited surface. The same person stays your contact until the final walkthrough, so you're not passing the deadline from one person to another.
Jacob Construction has been in business since 2021, holds an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, and is licensed in California (License #1073757). If your project needs a permit, we take care of it; we handle permits and paperwork on roughly 90% of our jobs. One of our Bay Area customers summed up the experience this way: "everything was handled perfectly and professionally."
You can read more about how we approach paint work on our exterior painting page, and you can look up any contractor's license on the CSLB license check.
What to Send Every Painter Before the Estimate
Painters can only quote the same job if they see the same information. Send each one:
- A copy of the notice, including the deadline
- Photos of each cited area and each side of the house
- The list of surfaces you want painted: stucco body, trim, fascia, eaves, doors, garage door, railings, fences
- HOA paperwork, if it applies: approved color names and codes, sheen, color placement, and any architectural review form
- Known problems, such as cracked stucco, soft wood, or water stains
When everyone starts from the same package, the differences between quotes tell you something real about the contractor rather than about what each one happened to notice.
If the Letter Came From an HOA, Get Color Approval First
An HOA repaint request isn't always about worn paint. It can be about a color that's no longer on the approved list, a sheen that doesn't match the standard, or trim that has to match the rest of the community.
Before work starts, get these from the HOA in writing:
- The approved color names and codes for body, trim and doors
- The required sheen or finish
- Whether a sample patch or sample board is required
- Whether an architectural review application has to be approved first
- What the HOA wants to see when the work is finished
Once you have that, we write the approved colors and products straight into the quote, so there's no question later about what was supposed to go on the house. Submitting the HOA application is usually the homeowner's job; ask any contractor you hire to tell you clearly which parts of the approval process they will and won't handle.
What a Good Exterior Painting Quote Should Include
This is the checklist we'd use ourselves. Whoever you call, ask that the written quote covers:
- Every cited item from the notice, listed by name
- Washing: how the house will be cleaned before painting
- Surface prep: scraping, sanding, patching stucco cracks, caulking and spot priming
- Repairs: which wood or stucco repairs are included, and how you'll approve anything found once work begins
- Products: paint brand, product line, color, sheen and number of coats
- Protection: how windows, roofs, plants, walkways and cars will be covered
- Schedule: a start date and an estimated finish that works with your deadline
- Cleanup and final walkthrough
- Workmanship terms, in writing
A cheaper number that skips prep or leaves out the trim named in the letter isn't really cheaper. If the city or HOA inspects and the cited area still isn't done, you pay twice and may lose time on the deadline.
Can You Finance Exterior Painting in San Diego?
Yes. A notice rarely arrives when the money is set aside for it. Financing is available, with monthly payment plans so you can pay over time. Financing isn't free and is subject to approval. We'll go through the options during your visit, so you can schedule the work in time for the deadline instead of waiting to save up.
These guides explain how it works:
Keep a Simple File Until the Notice Is Closed
Save everything in one folder, paper or digital:
- The original notice and the deadline
- HOA color approvals and review paperwork
- The signed quote and any approved changes
- Paint product, color and sheen details
- Invoices and receipts
- Before-and-after photos of every cited area
If the letter doesn't say what proof of completion it needs, ask the city office or HOA directly. Having the file ready makes that conversation short.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Jacob Construction do exterior painting in San Diego?
Yes. We paint house exteriors across San Diego and San Diego County, including homes with a city or HOA repaint notice.
Who should I call after getting a repaint notice in San Diego?
Call two or three licensed contractors and give each the same notice, deadline and photos. We'd like to be one of them: request a quote and our project manager will write a scope that lists every item in the letter.
Can I finance exterior painting?
Yes, for approved homeowners. Financing is available, and your project manager walks you through the options and the exact terms before you sign. Financing isn't free and is subject to approval.
Should I paint before my HOA approves the colors?
No. Get the approved colors, sheen and any review approval in writing first. Painting with an unapproved color can mean painting again.
Does exterior painting need a permit in San Diego?
A straightforward repaint usually doesn't, but repairs that come with it sometimes can. If your project needs a permit, we handle it. The city's Development Services permit page explains when one is required.
Get a Quote for Your San Diego Repaint
If you've received a repaint notice in San Diego, request a quote or contact us, or call (415) 779-8958. We'll review the notice with you, look at the house, and give you a written scope and financing options. Financing is subject to approval.
