Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Painting & Restoration Solutions
Established in 1989, Excel Painting is a family-owned business rooted in San Francisco's architectural heritage. With over three decades of hands-on experience, we specialize in preserving the character of historic properties while delivering modern solutions for both exterior and interior spaces. Our expertise spans from basic repainting to intricate restoration projects, including ornamental detailing and hand-gilded gold leaf applications. We provide personalized color consultations using 30 years of accumulated expertise, offering customized palettes and visual renderings to help clients envision transformations. Our team handles structural elements like sash windows, crown molding, and siding installation, ensuring historical integrity remains intact throughout every project.As owner Bill McKeever, a Dublin-born craftsman with deep local knowledge, personally oversees operations, guaranteeing quality and attention to detail. We serve both residential clients and historic landmarks across San Francisco and Sonoma, maintaining a reputation built on trust and technical mastery. Our process combines traditional techniques with contemporary materials to achieve lasting results that honor each property's unique character. From small-scale interior updates to comprehensive exterior restorations, we approach every project with the same commitment to excellence that has defined our business since its founding.
Services
Exterior Restoration
Interior Painting
Historical Preservation
Color Consultation
Ornamental Detailing
Sash Window Replacement
Crown Molding Installation
Siding Installation
Architectural Detailing
Gold Leaf Application
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized experience in San Francisco's architectural styles
- Our team provides personalized color consultations with visual renderings
- We preserve historical integrity while implementing modern restoration techniques
- Owner Bill McKeever personally oversees all projects for quality assurance
- We handle complete exterior and interior restoration projects from concept to completion
Services
Exterior Restoration
We specialize in restoring historic building exteriors while maintaining structural integrity. Our services include repainting, siding installation, and architectural detailing for residential and commercial properties. With decades of experience in San Francisco's unique architectural styles, we use techniques that preserve historical character while ensuring modern durability and weather resistance.
Interior Painting
Our interior painting services transform living spaces with expert color application and surface preparation. We handle complex interior elements like coffered ceilings, balustrades, and ornamental moldings. Using premium materials and precise techniques, we deliver flawless finishes that enhance property value while meeting specific aesthetic preferences through personalized color consultations.
Historical Preservation
We preserve California's architectural heritage through specialized restoration of historic properties. Our work includes replicating original design elements, repairing period-specific features, and using traditional methods for authenticity. With experience on designated landmarks like the Carriger House in Sonoma, we ensure historical accuracy while implementing modern preservation standards for long-term protection.
Color Consultation
Our expert color consultants help clients select optimal paint schemes using 30 years of accumulated knowledge. We provide customized color palettes and digital renderings to visualize transformations before implementation. This service ensures cohesive design choices that complement architectural style while meeting individual aesthetic preferences for both interior and exterior spaces.
Ornamental Detailing
We specialize in restoring and creating intricate ornamental features including hand-gilded gold leaf applications. Our craftsmen handle detailed architectural elements like cornices, moldings, and decorative trim work. Using traditional techniques combined with modern materials, we recreate historical details with precision while offering contemporary design options for unique decorative enhancements.
People
Bill McKeever
Owner and Operator
Bill McKeever, a Dublin-born craftsman, founded Excel Painting in 1989. With over 30 years of experience in San Francisco's architectural restoration, he personally oversees projects to ensure quality. His deep understanding of local building history and commitment to traditional techniques has established the company's reputation for excellence in preservation work.
Questions
What types of properties do you specialize in?
We specialize in both residential and historic properties across San Francisco and Sonoma, with particular expertise in Victorian-era buildings and designated historical landmarks.
Do you handle complete restoration projects?
Yes, we manage full exterior and interior restoration projects from start to finish, including structural repairs, color schemes, and ornamental detailing.
How do you maintain historical accuracy?
We use traditional techniques and materials while incorporating modern preservation methods to ensure authenticity in all restoration work on historic properties.
Can you help with color selection?
Our personalized color consultation service includes customized palettes and digital renderings to help visualize transformations for both interior and exterior spaces.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve San Francisco and Sonoma counties, working on both residential properties and historical landmarks throughout these regions.
Do you offer ornamental detailing services?
Yes, we provide specialized ornamental detailing including hand-gilded gold leaf applications and restoration of architectural elements like cornices and moldings.
