Client Voices
Trusted from the coastline to the mountains.
Every project we take on is a relationship. Below are some of the homeowners, agents, property managers, and contractors who have welcomed our crew onto their properties — and asked us back.
25+
Years of craftsmanship
1,200+
Projects completed
5.0
Average client rating
Homeowners
From the families we've painted for.
"Chad and his team repainted the entire interior of our 1920s craftsman and we cannot stop staring at the trim work. They protected every floor, every piece of furniture, and showed up exactly when they said they would. It felt less like a renovation and more like having thoughtful guests in our home."
Homeowner
Santa Cruz, CA·Full Interior Repaint · Craftsman
"We had three other companies bid our exterior. Modern Bay was the only one who walked the entire house with us, talked through coastal-rated coatings, and pointed out wood rot the others missed. Two years of fog and salt later, the finish still looks brand new."
Homeowner
Aptos, CA·Exterior Repaint · Coastal Bluff Home
"Our kitchen cabinets look like they came out of a high-end showroom. Sprayed, dust-free, and the color match Chad helped us choose is perfect against our oak floors. Worth every penny and then some."
Homeowner
Capitola, CA·Cabinet Refinishing · Kitchen & Pantry
"I'm particular — like, painfully particular — and the crew never made me feel like I was being a bother. They re-cut a line for me without a sigh. The whole experience felt warm and professional, which is rare."
Homeowner
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA·Interior Repaint · Living & Dining
Real Estate Agents
Trusted by local brokerages.
"Modern Bay is my go-to for pre-market repaints. They turn listings around fast, communicate clearly with my sellers, and the photos come back looking magazine-ready. I've watched homes sell faster and over asking because of their work."
Real Estate Agent
Capitola, CA·Pre-Market Refresh Program
"I've referred Chad to dozens of clients over the past five years. Not a single complaint — only thank-you notes. That tells you everything about how this business is run."
Broker Associate
Santa Cruz, CA·Repeat Referral Partner
"Their estimates are detailed, honest, and they never try to upsell my sellers. When I send a buyer or seller to Modern Bay, I know my reputation is in good hands."
Real Estate Agent
Aptos, CA·Listing Prep · Multiple Properties
Property Managers
Reliable at the portfolio scale.
"We manage 140+ units across Santa Cruz County and Modern Bay handles all of our turn-over and exterior repaints. Scheduling is painless, invoicing is clean, and the quality holds up under tenant wear and tear. Reliable in every sense of the word."
Property Manager
Santa Cruz, CA·Multi-Family Turn-Over & Exteriors
"Our HOA board approved Modern Bay for a five-building exterior project after a unanimous vote — that almost never happens. Chad came to the board meeting, walked through the spec, and answered every question. The job came in on time and on budget."
Property Manager
Soquel, CA·HOA Exterior Repaint · 5 Buildings
General Contractors
A subcontractor builders rely on.
"I've subbed paint to Modern Bay on more than twenty custom builds and remodels. They show up clean, they protect my finish carpentry, and they meet my schedule without me having to chase them. That's the highest compliment I can give a sub."
General Contractor
Scotts Valley, CA·General Contractor Partnership
"Modern Bay is the only painter I trust on my luxury remodels. The cut lines, the spray finishes on cabinetry, the way they handle architectural trim — it's the level of craft my clients are paying for. They make me look good."
Design + Build Contractor
Los Gatos, CA·Luxury Remodel Subcontractor
A Reputation Built One Project at a Time
"We treat every home — modest or magnificent — with the same level of care, integrity, and attention to detail."
— Chad, Founder
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