# Blue Ocean Painting

**Trade:** House Painting · **Address:** 3 Perham Ave, Melrose, MA 02176, USA · **Phone:** (617) 755-5810 · **Website:** https://paintingblueocean.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.0/5** (medium confidence) — from 19 reviews across 5 sources.
100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 1 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

Blue Ocean Painting is a Melrose, MA painting company run by Lucas Prates — and if there's one theme across four years of reviews, it's that the crew treats prep work like it matters more than the paint itself. Reviewer after reviewer calls out filling, sanding and priming before a single coat goes on, the kind of detail homeowners tend to notice mainly when it's missing.

The reviews also describe work that goes beyond straightforward painting: Lucas and his team have replaced clapboard mid-job, fixed a threshold at an exterior door, repaired tile and drywall, and refinished cabinets — often for repeat customers who've brought him back for three separate projects. The company's own site adds cabinet refinishing and deck repair to the list, done with Benjamin Moore paints.

Scheduling comes up almost as often as the paintwork. Multiple reviewers across different years describe the crew finishing ahead of the agreed timeline rather than running late, and in a 2024 review one homeowner said the finished job "brought our house from the 1960s right up to modern times." A June 2026 review describes the same responsiveness holding up on a job that combined power washing and carpentry with the paint work.

All 19 reviews on file, spanning 2022 through mid-2026 across Google and Thumbtack, are five stars, and Thumbtack lists Lucas as a background-checked Top Pro with eight years in business. There's no complaint on record to weigh against that.

Before booking, it's worth confirming current lead times — a company praised this consistently is likely to be in demand.

**Strengths:**
- Meticulous prep — consistently praised for thorough prep work
- Beyond painting — also handles carpentry, cabinet and drywall repairs
- Ahead of schedule — often finishes jobs early

## Claims & citations

Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication.

- Consistently praised for meticulous surface prep before painting _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VLdnYwTWF2anZiX1hBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x1deaa121e535ab39!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEKvv0Mavjvb_XA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Lucas @ Blue Ocean Painting did an excellent job painting my house.  Very meticulous in the prep work (filling, sanding, priming, etc) wh…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNKeE9MS2pBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x1deaa121e535ab39!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICJxOLKjAE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Lucas from Blue Ocean Painting was a true pleasure working with from my very first phone call. He met me and gave me a quote very quickly…”
- Handles carpentry and repair work alongside painting — cabinet, tile, drywall, clapboard _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tsQ1dtWklVMUZ0TUUxaVFXcEljMDlhYTBvNE1YYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x1deaa121e535ab39!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOklCWmZIU1FtME1iQWpIc09aa0o4MXc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I found out about Lucas and his team through a Google search. I cannot be more pleased with the results I have received. They painted, pr…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xCNFVEVnRkRUpCYnpSMWFWSlJNa2hLT0RkNVRtYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x1deaa121e535ab39!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlB4UDVtdEJBbzR1aVJRMkhKODd5Tmc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Lucas and team has done three jobs for me in the past couple of years, including tile repair and replacement, drywall replacement, cabine…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VLdnYwTWF2anZiX1hBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x1deaa121e535ab39!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEKvv0Mavjvb_XA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Lucas @ Blue Ocean Painting did an excellent job painting my house.  Very meticulous in the prep work (filling, sanding, priming, etc) wh…”
- Frequently finishes jobs ahead of the agreed schedule _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNiOElUOFJnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x1deaa121e535ab39!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICb8IT8Rg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Lucas was wonderful to work with and his team did a great job. We hired Lucas and his team to paint the entire interior of our new home (…”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/melrose/interior-painting/blue-ocean-painting/service/471396126405255195) — “5★ amazing painting company! What caught my attention the most was the commitment to work. He was always ahead of schedule and finished the …”
- Cabinet refinishing and deck repair using Benjamin Moore paints _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://paintingblueocean.com) — “Blue Ocean Painting is a Melrose, MA-based residential painting company offering interior and exterior painting, cabinet refinishing, and de…”
- Thumbtack lists the owner, Lucas Prates, as a background-checked Top Pro with 8 years in business _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/melrose/interior-painting/blue-ocean-painting/service/471396126405255195) — “Thumbtack profile for Blue Ocean Painting shows a 5.0 rating from 1 review, Top Pro status, 8 years in business, and a background-checked ow…”
- Specializes in House Painting _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://paintingblueocean.com) — “Blue Ocean Painting is a Melrose, MA-based residential painting company offering interior and exterior painting, cabinet refinishing, and de…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tsQ1dtWklVMUZ0TUUxaVFXcEljMDlhYTBvNE1YYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x1deaa121e535ab39!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOklCWmZIU1FtME1iQWpIc09aa0o4MXc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I found out about Lucas and his team through a Google search. I cannot be more pleased with the results I have received. They painted, pr…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VLdnYwTWF2anZiX1hBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x1deaa121e535ab39!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEKvv0Mavjvb_XA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Lucas @ Blue Ocean Painting did an excellent job painting my house.  Very meticulous in the prep work (filling, sanding, priming, etc) wh…”
- Also offers Carpentry _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xCNFVEVnRkRUpCYnpSMWFWSlJNa2hLT0RkNVRtYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x1deaa121e535ab39!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlB4UDVtdEJBbzR1aVJRMkhKODd5Tmc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Lucas and team has done three jobs for me in the past couple of years, including tile repair and replacement, drywall replacement, cabine…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VLdnYwTWF2anZiX1hBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x1deaa121e535ab39!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEKvv0Mavjvb_XA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Lucas @ Blue Ocean Painting did an excellent job painting my house.  Very meticulous in the prep work (filling, sanding, priming, etc) wh…”

## License

No license record has been checked yet for this contractor.

## Sources

- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Blue%20Ocean%20Painting&query_place_id=ChIJt0sdc5iAuaMROas15SGh6h0): 5.0★ from 18 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Blue%20Ocean%20Painting&query_place_id=ChIJt0sdc5iAuaMROas15SGh6h0): Listed on this source
- [Official Website](https://paintingblueocean.com): Self-reported profile and service details
- [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/painters/manchester-nh-us-project-type-popcorn-ceiling-removal-probr1-bo~t_27105~r_5089178~sv_29429?fi=105): Listed on this source
- [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/melrose/interior-painting/blue-ocean-painting/service/471396126405255195): 5.0★ from 1 ratings

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Joseph Baldwin · 2026-06-15**: I found out about Lucas and his team through a Google search. I cannot be more pleased with the results I have received. They painted, primed, power washed and did all carpentry to a tee and demonstrated constant professionalism and kindness throughout the process. The work was done in a timely mann…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Ellen Simpson · 2026-01-16**: Lucas and team has done three jobs for me in the past couple of years, including tile repair and replacement, drywall replacement, cabinet repair, and replacing a threshold to an exterior door. In all cases the work has been high quality, the area has been cleaned each day, and the price has been re…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Bella Rental Cars, INC · 2025-11-11**: Highly recommended!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Paula Connolly · 2025-09-24**: I highly recommend Blue Ocean Painting. Lucas was a pleasure to deal with and my house looks terrific.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Michael Casey · 2025-05-14**: Lucas @ Blue Ocean Painting did an excellent job painting my house.  Very meticulous in the prep work (filling, sanding, priming, etc) which means all the difference with any paint job.  He was also able to replace some clapboard and went the extra mile in certain areas.  For example, painted one of…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Tammy Stevens · 2025-05-01**: I would recommend Lucas to anyone who wants a professional, high quality paint job! He’s focused on perfection and extremely clean. We have had Lucas do multiple projects for us. We are very happy with the results!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Paul Brett · 2025-01-02**: Lucas and Tiago were great! Getting a quote was quick and easy and they got the job done in no time! Will absolutely call for our next painting projects.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Sylvio Kaschner Seraphim · 2024-09-02**: Amazing work done by Lucas!  Thanks a lot!   Fast quote and service.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Bessie Rose Metcalf · 2024-07-22**: Lucas was wonderful to work with and his team did a great job. We hired Lucas and his team to paint the entire interior of our new home (10+ rooms) along with removing some popcorn ceilings. He answered all of our questions, was patient with our requests, and completed the project ahead of schedule.…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Fay Robinson · 2024-05-11**: Lucas and his team were truly amazing! We would 100% recommend Blue Ocean Painting. We got a quote from him in the Fall of 2023, and he reached out to us for a start date right when the weather turned warmer this Spring 2024. He was extremely communicative, letting us know what time they would arriv…

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