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%89+52.2Reliability 26%77+20.1Value 15%100+15.2Craft & service penalty47−5.3Experts Score= 82Not 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.82SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#49 of 54 wallpaper removal servicesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 9%
4.9★★★★★29 Google reviews · 23 photos
97%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
5%1–2★, last 20 reviewsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
The Original Painter holds a 4.9/5 rating from 29 reviews, with the owner responding to 38% of them. Customers frequently cite punctuality, professional communication, and reasonable pricing for interior and exterior painting services. One low-star review describes a negative phone interaction where a representative refused to provide a quote and ended the call abruptly.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 29 reviews (97% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 29 Google reviews (27 with written comments, 3 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 38% of reviews.
Most recent review: April 8, 2026.
Service: Wallpaper Removal Service serving Hemet, California.
Data from Google, last updated November 3, 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: value and momentum; weakest: craft & service.
The Original PainterWallpaper 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.The Original Painter: 89/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.A
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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.The Original Painter: 77/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.B
77
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.The Original Painter: 47/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.C
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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.The Original Painter: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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.The Original Painter: 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: 85.–
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Star ratings
29 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars2897%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star13%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 27 written reviews
94%praise
Praise6894%
Complaints46%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
6topics
Staff & attitude1622%
Would recommend1622%
Quality & results1521%
Speed & response1115%
Price & value1115%
Honesty & trust34%
What customers talk about
We read 27 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“From the first moment, Almejo Custom Painting showed professionalism, kindness, and incredible attention to detail.”
“I highly recommend Jose to anyone who wants any paint work!”
“We are so grateful for the amazing work done on our home!”
“They showed up on time every day, finished on schedule and cleaned up thoroughly.”
“Not only did he do a great job in which I’m extremely happy with, his charge was in a reasonable price range.”
“I am astounded at the professionalism, quality, integrity and price.”
People customers mention
Jose7 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired The Original Painter for 7 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
JJLocal Guide · 20 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★
Hired these guys to paint the inside walls of our house. They did a fantastic job. At first meeting we already had chosenthe paint color and Jose counseled us on which sheen to use in which rooms. They showed up on time every day, finished on schedule and cleaned up thoroughly.
Highly recommended Original Painter.
Reasonable priceInterior painting
AAlicia2 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★
Jose did an exceptional job in painting my home! He uses the best quality of paint and is very detailed oriented. Not only did he do a great job in which I’m extremely happy with, his charge was in a reasonable price range. I highly recommend Jose to anyone who wants any paint work!
Great priceExterior painting
Kkatherine6 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★
We are so grateful for the amazing work done on our home! From the first moment, Almejo Custom Painting showed professionalism, kindness, and incredible attention to detail. Our walls look brand new inside and out — brighter, cleaner, and full of life again. They care about their work like it’s their own home. We…
JJose8 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. · a year ago★★★★★
Jose from " The Original Painter " went above and beyond withe the serviced he provided in painting the exterior of my home. I'm very pleased with the service he provided. Will highly recommend.
5 STARS!!!
Llily10 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. · a year ago★★★★★
Awesome painters, will be recommending to anyone who needs to get painting done fast. Responded quickly and did the job in just a few days. Did everything we asked for and the price was great as well. Thank you!
HHeather10 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 years ago★★★★★
Had a great experience with Joe from the original painter. He was efficient and used his time wisely. Our walls, ceiling, and closet look perfect. We will definitely be using him again for our next project. 😀
Hired these guys to paint the inside walls of our house. They did a fantastic job. At first meeting we already had chosenthe paint color and Jose counseled us on which sheen to use in which rooms. They showed up on time every day, finished on schedule and cleaned up thoroughly.
Highly recommended Original Painter.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Interior painting
Response from the owner · 6 months ago
Thank you joe it was great working with you
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Mia Willhide11 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Mia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Jose did an exceptional job in painting my home! He uses the best quality of paint and is very detailed oriented. Not only did he do a great job in which I’m extremely happy with, his charge was in a reasonable price range. I highly recommend Jose to anyone who wants any paint work!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Exterior painting
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katherine estevez6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews katherine has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We are so grateful for the amazing work done on our home! From the first moment, Almejo Custom Painting showed professionalism, kindness, and incredible attention to detail. Our walls look brand new inside and out — brighter, cleaner, and full of life again. They care about their work like it’s their own home. We highly recommend them to anyone who wants quality and peace of mind. Thank you for making our home beautiful!
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Jose LOPEZ8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jose has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Jose from " The Original Painter " went above and beyond withe the serviced he provided in painting the exterior of my home. I'm very pleased with the service he provided. Will highly recommend.
5 STARS!!!
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lily vega10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews lily has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Awesome painters, will be recommending to anyone who needs to get painting done fast. Responded quickly and did the job in just a few days. Did everything we asked for and the price was great as well. Thank you!
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you appreciate
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Heather Conmy10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Heather has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Had a great experience with Joe from the original painter. He was efficient and used his time wisely. Our walls, ceiling, and closet look perfect. We will definitely be using him again for our next project. 😀
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Martin Huizar10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Martin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I have had Jose twice out to my residence for two large projects. He first painted the exterior of my house and now repainted all my kitchen, bathroom, and laundry cabinets. He’s a true professional who takes great pride in his work. He’s very, polite, humble, and honest. Some may say a little bit pricy but worth the money. Aside from meeting all your expectations, he is very trustworthy. He had full access to my residence and my wife and I were both able to go to work with a peace of mind. He even fed my little chihuahua. Highly recommended and if you give him an opportunity, you’ll definitely regret it. Thanks again Jose for all your hard work.
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Daniel Morgan11 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Daniel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I called this man just now, asked him to give me a quote and a general range for a vacant 500 sq ft unit. The man goes back and forth tip-toeing, then he says "I'll tell you what: Tell me the most you're willing to pay." I tell him my original painter offered $150 to paint my apartment and while I was in mid sentence...he interrupted me to say "Don't waste my time." Then he hung up on me. He didn't let me finish to say that I ended up paying $1,000 to that painter, and my contractor charged me $1,000 per unit, so give me a range between that amount, because I need you to complete it today. I call the dude back, and he's all emotional and agitated. How does a person run their business like that?
I don't recommend people to do business with people who do not have emotional control and who are not transparent with their prices. Especially if you're like me, and it's your first time buying and painting a property, don't use this man because you may pay more than you should.
Negative: Professionalism
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Betty Boo2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Betty has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
