iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%100+58.7Reliability 26%99+25.8Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 100Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.100SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#3 of 40 wallpaper removal servicesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 95%
5.0★★★★★148 Google reviews · 23 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate Brightside Painting five stars based on 148 reviews, noting the owner replies to 82 percent of feedback. Customers describe interior and exterior painting, patching, and staining services, highlighting punctuality, fair pricing, and clear communication. Recurring themes include meticulous preparation, thorough cleanup, and the owner’s frequent site visits to monitor progress. No common criticisms appear in the provided excerpts, as all listed reviews are positive.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 148 reviews (100% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 148 Google reviews (141 with written comments, 29 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 82% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 14, 2026.
Service: Wallpaper Removal Service serving Joliet, Illinois.
Data from Google, last updated October 29, 2026.
Score profile vs other wallpaper removal services
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: satisfaction and value; weakest: reliability.
Brightside PaintingWallpaper Removal Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Brightside Painting: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.A
100
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Brightside Painting: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
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Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 99.–
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ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Brightside Painting: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Brightside Painting: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 83.–
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Star ratings
148 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars148100%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 141 written reviews
100%praise
Praise403100%
Complaints20%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price788%
Reasonable113%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude8721%
Quality & results8020%
Would recommend7819%
Speed & response6316%
Communication4511%
Price & value3910%
Honesty & trust133%
What customers talk about
We read 141 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“As a bonus, I was able to schedule a visit with a color professional to help get the color scheme perfected.”
“The price we agreed on was very fair and the finished product is top notch.”
“Bottom line, Brightside Painting is definitely a 5 star company that i would highly recommend for both the price and quality of work.”
“When I called Seamus at Brightside Painting he answered immediately.”
“Seamus took some pictures, I explained what I wanted and he said he would have my quote the next day.”
“Finding a painter isn't difficult, finding a great painter at a fair price is.”
“…ully moved furniture & covered everything with drop cloths…they were genuinely concerned for my satisfaction, inviting me downstairs to evaluate their…”
People customers mention
Seamus33 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
EEan2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★
Seamus and his crew were above and beyond what we expected. Very easy to work with. They put plastic everywhere around the house to make sure paint didn’t get on anything it shouldn’t. Our house is 20+ years old of cracks, holes, dents in the walls and they made everything look brand new. If you’re also thinking…
Great price
TTim4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★
Had a great experience with Brightside Painting…Seamus was an excellent communicator throughout. He provided us with a fair estimate for a basement painting project & was able to schedlue our work within a week.
Seamus & Jeremy stopped by the house on multiple occasions to check on their crews progress.
Kudos to our…
AA5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★
Brightside Painting has incredible customer service. They were very timely and professional while handling our painting needs. They did a phenomenal job painting the exterior of my home. I would highly recommend them to future customers.
Great price
JJ.3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★
Fantastic work! I can’t say enough about the quality work that was performed. Price was fair, the workers were polite and timely and did great work, especially with all of the patching. The owner checked over their work and noticed a few touch ups that were needed that I never even noticed but had them address it…
Great price
WWendy3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★
Super clean and quick! Crew was friendly and paid attention to every detail. Owner was knowledgeable and very helpful with colors and modern ideas. Will definitely use them again!!!
Great price
MMichael3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★
We highly suggest Brightside Painting. They did a great job on our wooden fence and shutters. With the leftover paint from the shutter, they also painted our front door. Something we didn't think to do. We will be hiring them for any future jobs.
Seamus and his crew were above and beyond what we expected. Very easy to work with. They put plastic everywhere around the house to make sure paint didn’t get on anything it shouldn’t. Our house is 20+ years old of cracks, holes, dents in the walls and they made everything look brand new. If you’re also thinking about staining your hand rails/spindles, do it. His crew does it all! Will definitely be using them again in the future!
Price assessment: Great price
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Anthony LobockiLocal Guide · 24 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Anthony has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Finding a painter isn't difficult, finding a great painter at a fair price is. When I called Seamus at Brightside Painting he answered immediately. He stated he could stop over the next day and did. I was looking for 75% off my house to be painted. The entire 1st floor, and part of the 2nd floor. I wanted walls, ceilings, windows, trim and doors to be painted. Seamus took some pictures, I explained what I wanted and he said he would have my quote the next day.
After dealing with several other painters, some who never showed up, others who never called me back and the ones that did provide a quote that was equal to buying a small car, having Seamus get back to me timely was a blessing.
What is great about this company is that they do what they promise, nothing is extra. From patching, caulking, sanding, priming, and two coats of a premium paint, it's all included. I had others state that if I wanted certain things done as I mentioned above, it would be extra, crazy. As a bonus, I was able to schedule a visit with a color professional to help get the color scheme perfected.
The price we agreed on was very fair and the finished product is top notch. The crew that showed up to my house were very professional. They took great care to ensure everything was properly covered and got straight to work. The crew was happy to listen to my concerns and even helped me take down a chandelier that I would of had to hire an electrician to accomplish. They even made adjustments without issue when I decided to change colors for the trim and walls.
Bottom line, Brightside Painting is definitely a 5 star company that i would highly recommend for both the price and quality of work. Seamus showed up every day to ensure the work was being done correctly, answering any questions that I may have and ensuring the job was done on time and to perfection. He is even sending a painter back to make any touch ups if necessary and guarantees his work for an entire year.
Pick up the phone and make the call, you will not be disappointed.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
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Tim Stevens4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Tim has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Had a great experience with Brightside Painting…Seamus was an excellent communicator throughout. He provided us with a fair estimate for a basement painting project & was able to schedlue our work within a week.
Seamus & Jeremy stopped by the house on multiple occasions to check on their crews progress.
Kudos to our painters! arrived on time both days…carefully moved furniture & covered everything with drop cloths…they were genuinely concerned for my satisfaction, inviting me downstairs to evaluate their work at different stages…did a thorough cleanup of the entire basement at completion. Super satisfied! Would definitely use Brightside Painting again!
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A Trice5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews A has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Brightside Painting has incredible customer service. They were very timely and professional while handling our painting needs. They did a phenomenal job painting the exterior of my home. I would highly recommend them to future customers.
Price assessment: Great price
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J. OB3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews J. has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Fantastic work! I can’t say enough about the quality work that was performed. Price was fair, the workers were polite and timely and did great work, especially with all of the patching. The owner checked over their work and noticed a few touch ups that were needed that I never even noticed but had them address it immediately. Brightside Painting was worth every penny.
Price assessment: Great price
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Wendy Hradek3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Wendy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Super clean and quick! Crew was friendly and paid attention to every detail. Owner was knowledgeable and very helpful with colors and modern ideas. Will definitely use them again!!!
Price assessment: Great price
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Michael Gentile3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Michael has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We highly suggest Brightside Painting. They did a great job on our wooden fence and shutters. With the leftover paint from the shutter, they also painted our front door. Something we didn't think to do. We will be hiring them for any future jobs.
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Richard Zimmerman1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Richard has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
