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“I recently hired Bob to paint the exterior of my house as well as do some carpentry on my deck and in my yard.” in 13 reviews
“And he created a textured area over the upper cracked part that matched the paint of the rest of the bathroom.” in 12 reviews
“Bob does very high quality work and has an amazing eye for detail.” in 5 reviews
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Robert A.
I specialize in painting (interior and exterior), waterproofing, and problem solving. I also do carpentry and light construction jobs. I can recommend some great specialty contractors for additional work for all trades.
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- John B.San Francisco, CA08Jun 14, 2014
If you are looking for a great painting/waterproofing expert Bob is you man. Bob and his crew did a masterful job of waterproofing and painting our 100 yr old 3 story building in lower pacific heights. Access to the back of our house was very limited and Bob figured out how to access it. Bob recommended installing shingles in the back that would take care of all the potentian water issues. He and his crew did a tremendous job installing them quickly and efficiently. For the rest of our house Bob replaced stairs, reinforced beams, repaired windows and waterproofed areas that required attention. His crew did a beautuful job painting our building. Bob's crew is the best. They work quickly, have pride in their work and clean every day. Our building now looks brand new.
I interviewed a few painting/waterproofing contractors and no one was as knowledgeable and helpful as Bob. He quickly assesses the situation and recommends cost effective solutions to address any issues he sees. He's very easy to work with and is always available. He does what he says he will do.He's got a lot of experience and it shows. He just knows what he's doiing and he and his crew do a great job. He's also a great guy and a pleasure to work with.
I highly recommend him and his crew.Helpful 3Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Adrienne C.San Francisco, CA328257389Jun 27, 2024
I initially found Bob through his glowing Yelp reviews back in 2019, right after I'd moved into my 1902-built home. Coincidentally, my realtor who's been in biz for 30+ years recommended Bob to me when I asked her for a lead. I thought, what are the chances, of all the contractors in SF! A very good sign.
Turns out all the reviews and my realtor were spot on. Bob, Jesus, and their team consistently do a beautiful, thorough job for a fair price. I've been working with them on various projects over the past 5 years, including repairing, waterproofing & repainting the back (wood siding) and front (stucco) of the house, cleaning & sealing the front terrazzo steps, and repairing & staining the redwood back deck & stairs. It can take a few weeks or months for a job to begin, but once the work starts it finishes efficiently. Thus, Bob's team is best for those who prioritize stellar outcomes and can be flexible/patient with scheduling.
Every time, Bob, Jesus and co. do an impeccable, professional job. At this point, they've basically renovated my entire exterior. We feel so lucky to know a trusted contractor we can continue to work with over a long period of time to help us maintain a home that we feel proud of.
An added perk: Bob knows the best people in the community to recommend for jobs outside his scope, like roof repair and color consulting. He's also generously helped me with odd jobs as needed, like repairing a broken latch on a window, repairing & repainting a broken piece of wood on the side of my garage, fixing a broken doorbell, cleaning out the dryer vent, etc.
Bob knows what he's doing, a testament to his lifelong experience. More importantly, he's a conscientious, kind, honest individual, who understands the value of maintaining trust and building long-term relationships.
If you're lucky enough to be able to work with Bob, Jesus, and their team (they're very busy, no surprise) you'll have the pleasure of not only high-quality workmanship but also friendship with joyful, mindful individuals.
10/10 recommend!Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Sahil B.San Francisco, CA02Jun 17, 2024
We hired bob, Jesus and team to deal with a leak in our bathroom. Jesus told us that we needed to repair our flooring because of the damage caused by the leak. We were onboard but told them to fix the leak before redoing the flooring. After spending $3K on flooring, the leak is still there and Jesus won't answer our calls.
I have called Jesus 20+ times to no avail. We will not be giving anymore business to Jesus and team and recommend that you don't either.Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Mina B.San Francisco, CA32411434Jan 16, 2023
Bob and his team (Jesus, Wilbur, Chico, Alberto, Jose-swah) are the best problem solvers in the contracting business. They do high quality work for very competitive prices. Seriously amazing, spotless and effective work. If you're lucky enough to have Bob and his team come work on your house for any project, you are in great hands. I will definitely be having them back to do other work in our home!
Here's the details of our recent work: With the atmospheric river conditions causing massive amounts of rainfall this winter season, we had water issues in our garage space. I called many contractors to get consultations on what the problem was and what the solution would be, and got quotes to make sure I get the best offer. After my own research, I was able to get some ideas of what the best options were. Most contractors I met with gave very costly (and unnecessary) solutions and some weren't even able to find a solution.. and others were just not available (in time).
And then I found Bob through Yelp. The high reviews on his Yelp page peaked my interest, so I called him for a consultation. He came in with Jesus and they were VERY quick to figure out the issues. They gave me two primary recommendations that would be effective and affordable: sump pump and gutter fix. Did the work quickly and flawlessly. Amazing team.
Also, I appreciate the fun conversations I had with Bob, and him sharing his wisdom. I remember during the consultation I told him that I was very alarmed by the water issues and Bob put my mind at ease by saying, "don't be scared, be concerned" --to not be paralyzed by fear, and instead reframe the situation and solve it. Really appreciate his advice. And it's super cool that he is also a DJ and fisherman. What doesn't Bob do, haha.
Bob and his team are honest good people with very high standards in the quality of their work. They can solve for and fix any home issue. Bob also seems to have excellent connections in contracting, home fix, remodeling, etc business and industry. I recommend Bob to anyone who is in need of work in/on his/her home.
I appreciate Bob and his team. Hope to have you come work on our home soon again! Thank you again so much for being such great people to be around and to have work on our home.Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 1 - Brett E.Ygnacio Valley, Walnut Creek, CA02Jan 13, 2024
Bob and crew installed our windows and painted the front of the house. He was great about returning calls and dealing with all the issues that came up with our old house.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Dave C.Oakland, CA01Jan 25, 2024
We hired Bob to fix some cracks in our exterior stucco and paint. He came highly recommended from a neighbor and he was better than we expected. His team was efficient and friendly, they only used high-quality materials (and they are happy to show you the difference between the "good stuff" and the "bad stuff"), and, most importantly, they do the job right the first time. There were a number of other fixes beyond painting that were on our list (new gutters, fixing issues with some trim boards, etc.). Bob fixed all of it at the same time. Bob is more than a painter, he and his team can do it all and they do it all right! The best thing I can say is that I don't even think about the areas he fixed anymore cause I know they did quality work. We will definitely use Bob and his team again.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Adam C.San Francisco, CA1619Feb 14, 2023Updated review
I have hired Bob for multiple jobs. Painting as well as fixing a wooden stair structure. Bob does great, quality work. He is also a really nice guy.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Feb 26, 2014Previous reviewWe had some badly dry rotted stairs that needed to be repaired. Over the course of about a year, six different contractors took a look and either bid this extremely high, couldn't figure out what to do at all, or said they would show up but never did. Bob arrived, assessed the situation, and quickly got his arms around the scope of work that would be required. The price was fair, he showed up within a week to do the work, and he completed the job in one day. His attitude was great from start to finish.
- P S.San Francisco, CA39941Mar 1, 2022
I had a siding issue on my home & was told it was asbestos siding & would have to find a specialist to fix the loose siding pieces or remove & replace the siding. I immediately contacted Bob because he knows San Francisco homes better than anyone. I sent him a picture & he confirmed my siding is cement not asbestos & that it would be an easy fix vs. replacing the entire side. He also explained how it should be fixed & painted. I had 2 other people telling me it was asbestos. When I told them it wasn't they said they were just assuming/guessing. Once we pulled the loose pieces off we saw, yes they are cement. If it weren't for Bob's knowledge & expertise I would have spent a lot of time & money looking for an asbestos expert to remove perfectly good siding. No wonder he's one of the most sought out painters in SF. He knows his business.
Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - 32190700Aug 16, 2018
I had used Bob for a small project in my rental; to replace a cracked window. At the time he was one of the only guys to respond quickly and follow-through. He also did good work.
I called him for a recommendation for an exterior house painter. He indicated he had a business with a friend and that they did water proofing and house painting, as well as light (non-licensed) construction. I asked him for an estimate. It was a little higher than another one I had gotten, but Bob made the point that his workers don't just paint over dry rot, old fixtures and damaged door frames.
I have a hundred year old house with a 10 year old paint job. I needed someone that had enough construction sense to replace old cornices and framing with new wood, and take off old clutter on the building.
True to his word, Bob's crew replaced the dry rotted areas, took off stuff that didn't belong there anymore, put on layers of sealer, primer and paint and my building looks amazing!!
Also, whether I called him at 7:30 am or pm, to my shock, he picked up the phone! He's a super nice guy with a seasoned crew, and a kind hearted soul, not to mention a great house painter. You can't go wrong with this guy.Helpful 3Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Mark B.San Francisco, CA115388214Nov 13, 2020Updated review
We had another amazing project completed by Bob and his team. They restored and refreshed the front and sides of our house. Everything from patching stucco, replacing a wall (that was apparently just painted plywood!!!), new windows, new lighting, regrouting our front steps, and of course fresh paint..
Bob takes a look at the whole house and figures out where the trouble spots are. He has a lifetime of experience to pull from and it shows in the quality of his work and his attention to detail. He really seems capable of doing anything and has a person for every sub-specialty, should you need them. For this job, we also needed an electrician and a roofer to do a few small things, and both were able to show up and get the jobs done quickly.
I can't recommend Bob enough. Refer to the notes in my previous review about scheduling because they still hold, but he really is worth the wait.Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Dec 27, 2019Previous reviewLike everyone says, Bob is very much in demand, but for very good reason. He and his team do beautiful work. But more than that, their work is very technically sound. You won't get any leaks with this team.
Some people have complained about Bob not getting back to them or disappearing.. I have not had that experience. Very much the opposite. He has picked up the phone just about every single time I called him. And once the job started, his team was onsite every day until the job was complete, weather permitting of course.
Now, it took a long time for the job to get started... a number of months. And it wasn't clear when the job would start until we were within a week or two. It felt like the job kept getting pushed back, which was annoying. But honestly I care most about a great outcome and I know that in the end the work done was top notch.
Bob did a whole bunch of work, including replacing our door and windows, fixing the roof and gutters, replacing a vent pipe, patching our siding, replacing our trim, and painting our house. This was all on the back. We're going to have him do the sides and front in a few months. Amazing work! Highly recommended! - Matt P.San Francisco, CA386356Nov 14, 2021
Bob Antonelli is a Jedi of waterproofing & construction. He can help you figure out where your leak is coming from & develop pragmatic solutions to solve your problem.
In the 3x we've hired Bob for 3 separate waterproofing jobs over the last couple years we have been extremely satisfied (& grateful!) for Bob's insight & execution.
Like all quality contractors in the Bay Area, Bob is pretty busy. So don't get discouraged if it takes a while to schedule you in. Be nice, patient & persistent and he'll put you in his queue.
I believe Bob is a native San Franciscan & for many years has served as the official DJ for the annual Carnival celebration in the Mission. Thank you, Bob!Helpful 2Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0
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