--- title: "Aardvark Painting Services" description: "Aardvark's painting work has included a whole house and a remodeled basement: in a February 2017 HomeAdvisor review, a homeowner said the company had paint" doc_version: "2026-10-01" last_updated: "2026-10-01" --- # Aardvark Painting Services **Trade:** House Painting · **Address:** 17 Chadwyck Ln, East Longmeadow, MA 01028 · **Phone:** (413) 525-4842 · **Website:** http://aardvarkpaintingservices.com/ · **Languages:** English **Rating: 3.2/5** (medium confidence) — from 9 reviews across 8 sources. 89% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 0 reviews, 0 negative. ## The honest read Aardvark's painting work has included a whole house and a remodeled basement: in a February 2017 HomeAdvisor review, a homeowner said the company had painted every room, completely remodeled the finished basement, installed new doors and stained replacement windows. The business describes itself as a family-owned painting company serving East Longmeadow, Wilbraham, Longmeadow, Hampden, Monson, Ludlow and Springfield. Its website offers interior and exterior residential and commercial painting, with carpentry, handyman work and refinishing alongside it. In an August 2017 Google review, a customer described a living-room repaint that changed the room's appearance, praising attention to detail and the crew's knowledge of paints for different surfaces. A February 2022 Google reviewer praised Josh and his crew's interior painting, promptness, professionalism and reasonable pricing. A February 2017 HomeAdvisor customer praised the cleanup, saying the company left little sign it had been there. Those are dated customer experiences, rather than promises about the next job. One August 2018 Google reviewer reported sloppy work, unfinished painting and property damage. A separate couple writing on Google in July 2018 said they had worked with Aardvark for years, felt comfortable and trusted the company; they described being treated without judgment as a lesbian couple. The website says estimates are free and the business is insured. It also lists power washing, wallpaper removal, textured ceilings, staining, floor refinishing, garage door installation, and electrical and plumbing services. Its Google average is 4.3 stars from six ratings, and BBB gives it an A+ grade without accreditation. Aardvark's self-written Angi description calls it a fourth-generation painting company with family roots going back to 1907; BBB dates the business start to 1964. **Strengths:** - Interior painting — a 2022 Google customer praised Josh and his crew - Painting detail — a 2017 customer praised surface-specific paint knowledge - Job cleanup — a February 2017 HomeAdvisor customer praised the cleanup **Concerns:** - Unfinished painting — an August 2018 Google customer reported damage and sloppy work ## Claims & citations Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication. - The company describes itself as family owned and operated and lists service in East Longmeadow, Wilbraham, Longmeadow, Hampden, Monson, Ludlow and Springfield. _(confidence: high)_ - [Official Website](http://aardvarkpaintingservices.com) — “Stated service area (self-reported): East Longmeadow, Wilbraham, Longmeadow, Hampden, Monson, Ludlow, Springfield” - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/wilbraham/aardvark-painting-home-improvements-inc-reviews-1.htm) — “About (Angi, self-described): We are a 4th generation painting company with roots going back to 1907. Areas we service include: East Longmea…” - In a February 2017 HomeAdvisor review, a homeowner described whole-house painting, a complete finished-basement remodel, new door installation and staining replacement windows. _(confidence: medium)_ - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.AARDVARKPAINTING.50249065.html) — “5★ Aardvark Painting has painted every room in my house - including my fantastic finished basement which was completely remodeled by them. M…” - An August 2017 Google customer praised the living-room repaint, attention to detail and knowledge of paint for different surfaces. _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://maps.google.com/?cid=3573856982000705795&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) — “5★ They painted our awful looking living room. Its gorgeous! It looks like a whole new room now. Great attention to details, plenty of know-…” - A February 2022 Google reviewer praised Josh and his crew's interior painting, promptness, professionalism and reasonable pricing. _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://maps.google.com/?cid=3573856982000705795&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) — “5★ Josh and his crew are the best! Prompt, professional and reasonably priced! They did an amazing job with our interior painting! Look no …” - A February 2017 HomeAdvisor customer praised the cleanup after the company's work. _(confidence: medium)_ - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.AARDVARKPAINTING.50249065.html) — “5★ We really liked this company, and we have additional projects. They cleaned up nicely, you wouldn't know they were even there.” - An August 2018 Google reviewer reported sloppy work, unfinished painting and property damage. _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://maps.google.com/?cid=3573856982000705795&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) — “1★ Sloppy job. Painting not finished and property damaged” - The website says estimates are free and the company is insured. _(confidence: high)_ - [Official Website](http://aardvarkpaintingservices.com) — “Stated offer (self-reported): free estimates” - [Official Website](http://aardvarkpaintingservices.com) — “Stated offer (self-reported): insured” - BBB gives the business an A+ grade and lists it without BBB accreditation. _(confidence: high)_ - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/east-longmeadow/profile/painting-contractors/aardvark-painting-services-home-improvement-inc-0261-203446) — “BBB profile for Aardvark Painting Services & Home Improvement, Inc. with two Massachusetts locations (17 Chadwyck Ln, East Longmeadow and 7 …” - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/east-longmeadow/profile/painting-contractors/aardvark-painting-services-home-improvement-inc-0261-203446) — “Better Business Bureau grade: A+” - Specializes in House Painting _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://maps.google.com/?cid=3573856982000705795&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) — “5★ Josh and his crew are the best! Prompt, professional and reasonably priced! They did an amazing job with our interior painting! Look no …” - [Official Website](http://aardvarkpaintingservices.com) — “About (self-reported, verbatim): * Free Estimates * Interior/Exterior Painting * Residential/Commercial * Power Washing * Textured Ceilings …” - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.AARDVARKPAINTING.50249065.html) — “5★ Aardvark Painting has painted every room in my house - including my fantastic finished basement which was completely remodeled by them. M…” - Also offers Carpentry _(confidence: high)_ - [Official Website](http://aardvarkpaintingservices.com) — “About (self-reported, verbatim): * Free Estimates * Interior/Exterior Painting * Residential/Commercial * Power Washing * Textured Ceilings …” - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.AARDVARKPAINTING.50249065.html) — “5★ Aardvark Painting has painted every room in my house - including my fantastic finished basement which was completely remodeled by them. M…” - Also offers Handyman _(confidence: high)_ - [Official Website](http://aardvarkpaintingservices.com) — “About (self-reported, verbatim): * Free Estimates * Interior/Exterior Painting * Residential/Commercial * Power Washing * Textured Ceilings …” - Also offers General Contractor / Remodeling _(confidence: medium)_ - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.AARDVARKPAINTING.50249065.html) — “5★ Aardvark Painting has painted every room in my house - including my fantastic finished basement which was completely remodeled by them. M…” - Also offers Flooring _(confidence: medium)_ - [Official Website](http://aardvarkpaintingservices.com) — “About (self-reported, verbatim): * Free Estimates * Interior/Exterior Painting * Residential/Commercial * Power Washing * Textured Ceilings …” - Also offers Specialty Services _(confidence: high)_ - [Official Website](http://aardvarkpaintingservices.com) — “About (self-reported, verbatim): * Free Estimates * Interior/Exterior Painting * Residential/Commercial * Power Washing * Textured Ceilings …” - Also offers Garage Door Services _(confidence: medium)_ - [Official Website](http://aardvarkpaintingservices.com) — “About (self-reported, verbatim): * Free Estimates * Interior/Exterior Painting * Residential/Commercial * Power Washing * Textured Ceilings …” - Also offers Electrical _(confidence: medium)_ - [Official Website](http://aardvarkpaintingservices.com) — “About (self-reported, verbatim): * Free Estimates * Interior/Exterior Painting * Residential/Commercial * Power Washing * Textured Ceilings …” - Also offers Plumbing _(confidence: medium)_ - [Official Website](http://aardvarkpaintingservices.com) — “About (self-reported, verbatim): * Free Estimates * Interior/Exterior Painting * Residential/Commercial * Power Washing * Textured Ceilings …” ## Ownership - Identifies as family-owned — the business's own statement, not independently verified. ## License Status: **not_found** — verified against the official MA state registry, never self-reported. Re-check at the official registry: https://contractorhub.mass.gov/s/hic-contractor-search ## Sources - [Local News](https://www.longmeadowbiz.com/BusinessDirectory/painting.htm): Listed on this source - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Aardvark%20Painting%20Services&query_place_id=ChIJiatW66rp5okRA6Ezcv3jmDE): Listed on this source - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Aardvark%20Painting%20Services&query_place_id=ChIJiatW66rp5okRA6Ezcv3jmDE): 4.3★ from 6 ratings - [Official Website](http://aardvarkpaintingservices.com): Self-reported profile and service details - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/east-longmeadow/profile/painting-contractors/aardvark-painting-services-home-improvement-inc-0261-203446): Listed on this source - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/wilbraham/aardvark-painting-home-improvements-inc-reviews-1.htm): 5.0★ from 3 ratings - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.AARDVARKPAINTING.50249065.html): 5.0★ from 3 ratings - [Exa](https://aardvarkpaintingservices.com/about.htm): 1 web mention across the open web (each linked to its source) ## Mentions Unverified third-party mentions found on the open web — relay with attribution ("a Reddit commenter said…"), never as Tavlee's own finding. - “Larry was the founding owner of Aardvark Painting Services and ran the company for over 50 years until his retirement in 2016. His son Josh took over the business” — obits.masslive.com — https://obits.masslive.com/us/obituaries/masslive/name/lawrence-long-obituary?id=54977953 ## Recent reviews - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Gina Gordon · 2024-07-02**: Execellent all around. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Lisa Day · 2022-02-28**: Josh and his crew are the best! Prompt, professional and reasonably priced! They did an amazing job with our interior painting! Look no further, they are great!!! - **1/5 · Google Reviews · Rabib Rafiq · 2018-08-02**: Sloppy job. Painting not finished and property damaged - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Ashley Dawson · 2018-07-31**: We are a very happy lesbian couple that have worked with Aardvark for years! This issue of homophobia has and will never be an issue with them! They worked for us happlily and non judgmentally! We felt so comfortable with them. We trust them and will use them again when needed with no hesitation. S… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Tiera Everitt · 2017-08-31**: They painted our awful looking living room. Its gorgeous! It looks like a whole new room now. Great attention to details, plenty of know-how as far as which types of paint to use for different surfaces. Very friendly guys, and professional. Treated me like family. Would use them again. - **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · David B. · 2017-03-31**: They are currently doing work for us and we are very pleased with our decision to hire him. He has given us excellent results and advice. We highly recommend him. You can use our name. - **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Louise L. · 2017-02-21**: Aardvark Painting has painted every room in my house - including my fantastic finished basement which was completely remodeled by them. My home has greatly benefitted from their range of skills - from installing new doors and staining replacement windows to finding that elusive perfect paint color! - **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · John C. · 2017-02-09**: We really liked this company, and we have additional projects. They cleaned up nicely, you wouldn't know they were even there. - **Angi · John C. · 2017-02-01**: We really liked this company, and we have additional projects. They cleaned up nicely, you wouldn't know they were even there. --- Data freshness: last scanned 2026-10-01T00:10:42.755Z. Cite as: Aardvark Painting Services — Tavlee (https://tavlee.com/contractor/aardvark-painting-services-east-longmeadow) Source: https://tavlee.com/contractor/aardvark-painting-services-east-longmeadow ## Sitemap [Full site index](https://tavlee.com/sitemap.md)