About Painting with Fin-S


Owner-led estimates • Licensed & insured • No deposit

A local painting company serving Flagler, Volusia, and St. Johns counties—focused on prep, protection, and a clean, professional finish.

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Built on Clear Standards (Not Guesswork)

Owner: John Gilvary

We started Painting with Fin-S to deliver the kind of painting experience homeowners actually want—clear communication, careful prep, protected surfaces, and a clean job site. Our approach is simple: do the steps that make a finish last, keep the scope clear, and walk the project with you at the end to make sure everything looks right.

What You Can Expect Working With Us

  1. Prep-first approach: because prep determines durability

  2. Protection matters: floors, furniture, windows, landscaping as needed

  3. Clean application: consistent coverage and clean lines

  4. Daily cleanup: a jobsite you can live around

  5. Final walkthrough: touch-ups handled before closeout

  6. Clear communication: you’ll know what’s happening and what’s next

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Our Process (No Surprises)

From the first call to the final walkthrough, our process stays simple and repeatable—so your project stays on track even when surface conditions or weather change the plan.

A paint can with blue paint spilling over, a roller brush resting on the can, and a splash of water around the can.
Painting crew photo after completing exterior house painting job.

The Details That Matter

  1. Licensed & insured (proof available upon request)

  2. No deposit required

  3. Payment after final walkthrough (scope-dependent)

  4. Clear scope + written estimate before work begins

Painting crew photo after completing exterior house painting job.

Client Reviews

The largest investment most people will ever make is their home. Why try to cut corners or shop around for a deal…get a true professional that understands this and delivers exceptional craftmanship with an amazing team of really cool and interesting guys. John’s team work so well together, they sing, have fun, and show they love what they do. Super respectful of your property and know their craft well! Hand rolled and brushed everything with multiple coats…wow. They did above and beyond items just to make sure the outcome was the best. My house is completely transformed! We are very happy with the exterior painting job, and have many compliments. I highly recommend Painting with Fin S ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

— Peggy L. 

It was an absolute pleasure working with John! I contacted three local painters for estimates and he was by far the most responsive and straight forward. His estimate was very competitive but the work was high quality. Regarding his team: From the first guy who came and prepped the site on Monday, to everyone who was doing the work on Tuesday, they were energetic, very friendly and accommodating, and worked with urgency and purpose. And the attention to detail... the final product is just perfect. He has a GREAT group of guys who work hard for him and who care - which says a ton about him. It's HARD to find good workers let alone have them execute at such a high level. I would and will confidently recommend him to anyone looking for a great house painter.

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— Ed L.

I was searching for a 5 * painting company and found Fin-S painting! John
And his team were punctual, reliable and possess excellent communication skills! Their professionalism and ability to work well with clients have contributed to the successful completion of their projects! I highly recommend them to do all your painting inside and outside of your home!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

— Annie K.

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