San Francisco PaintSource

San Francisco PaintSource is a paint store at 150 Pennsylvania Avenue in San Francisco, California. The business holds a 4.8 of 5 rating from 62 Google reviews.

The store carries Benjamin Moore paint and describes itself as "the SF Bay Area's complete paint store" with expert staff, a large selection of paint products, and a huge inventory. Free parking is available. Orders can be placed by phone at (415) 431-6940 or by email. The store is open Monday through Friday from 7 AM to 4:30 PM and Saturday from 7:30 AM to 1 PM; it is closed on Sundays.

In California, painters must hold a state license classified as C-33 (Painting and Decorating Contractor). Before hiring, verify the contractor holds this license by checking the Contractors State License Board (CSLB) online at cslb.ca.gov. You can search by license number, business name, or the owner's name. This step protects you by confirming the contractor's standing and revealing any complaint disclosures on record.

Many painting projects require a building permit from your local city or county building department. Code requirements vary by location, so check with your local building department before work begins. Your contractor should advise you on permitting, but the responsibility for obtaining permits typically falls on you as the property owner.

When selecting a contractor, review their license status and complaint history, request references, and ensure you have a written contract that details the scope of work, timeline, and payment terms. Ask whether they carry insurance and request proof. Clarify what is included in the estimate and any prep work before paint application begins.