# Designed For You Painters

**Trade:** Handyman · **Address:** 9 Risley St, Gardner, MA 01440 · **Phone:** (978) 399-5813 · **Website:** https://www.designedforyoupaintersllc.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.6/5** (high confidence) — from 38 reviews across 7 sources.
95% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 9 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

The name that comes up again and again in Designed For You Painters' reviews isn't the company — it's Dave and his son Anthony, the two-person crew customers describe hiring by name. The Gardner, MA company says it's been in the painting business for 25 years and lists a service area stretching from Fitchburg and Leominster into southern New Hampshire towns like Peterborough and Rindge. A 2024 review called it "exactly what you'd expect from a family operated business".

The work customers describe is specific and repeats: a deck power washed, repaired, sanded, primed and painted in a review from this summer; kitchen cabinets refinished from dark to light; old wallpaper stripped from a hallway before it and the living room were repainted, in a review from earlier this year; and drywall repaired after water damage to a first floor and basement, finished inside two days. Between Google and Angi, the company has picked up 38 reviews since 2023, nearly all five stars, and its Better Business Bureau grade is an A.

A couple of reviews flag the same soft spot: follow-through after the paint dries. In a December 2025 review, a customer said Dave and Anthony did a great job but hadn't received an invoice a week later and doubted a punch list would get finished. A June 2025 review said the homeowner had to finish some items the crew left undone.

For interior or exterior painting, cabinet refinishing, drywall repair or power washing around Gardner and the surrounding towns, this is a small, hands-on crew with a long track record — worth pinning down the punch list and invoice timeline before the job wraps.

**Strengths:**
- Deck refinishing praised — a 2026 review said it was power washed, repaired and painted
- Cabinet refinishing — a 2026 review said cabinets went from dark to light
- Wallpaper removal — a 2026 review called the hallway and living room repaint professionally done
- Fast water-damage repair — a 2026 review said drywall work finished within two days

**Concerns:**
- Invoice delay reported — a December 2025 review said one hadn't arrived a week later
- Punch-list left undone — a June 2025 review said the homeowner had to finish some items

## Claims & citations

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

- The company says it has been in business for 25 years _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.designedforyoupaintersllc.com) — “Self-reported 25 years in business”
- States a service area including Fitchburg, Hubbardston, Lunenburg, Leominster, Rutland, Westminster, Peterborough, Rindge, Barre, Templeton and Fitzwilliam _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.designedforyoupaintersllc.com) — “Stated service area (self-reported): Fitchburg, Hubbardston, Lunenburg, Leominster, Rutland, Westminster, Peterborough, Rindge, Barre, Templ…”
- Offers free estimates _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.designedforyoupaintersllc.com) — “Stated offer (self-reported): free estimates”
- Better Business Bureau grade is an A _(confidence: high)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/gardner/profile/painting-contractors/designed-for-you-painters-0261-351301) — “Better Business Bureau grade: A”
- Holds a 4.9-star average from 35 ratings on Google _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Designed%20For%20You%20Painters&query_place_id=ChIJs7h--5ZZ4YkRA2umLy2xFvQ) — “Google: 4.9★ from 35 ratings”
- Holds a 5.0-star average from 8 ratings on Angi _(confidence: high)_
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/gardner/designed-for-you-painters-llc-reviews-1.htm) — “Angi: 5.0★ from 8 ratings”
- A 2026 review described a deck being power washed, repaired, sanded, primed and painted _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21wZlRWY3hWRFpaUlZsb1gwVldZMHBPVmpkNVQwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xf416b12d2fa66b03!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmpfTVcxVDZZRVloX0VWY0pOVjd5T0E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Very pleased with our deck ! They  power washed  , some repairs needed to be done , sanded , primed and painted . Very detail oriented !!…”
- A 2026 review said kitchen cabinets were refinished from dark to light _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2paUU9XbEJWMDlUYTBaUVMxbE1URWhKVjFaZlVXYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xf416b12d2fa66b03!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjZQOWlBV09Ta0ZQS1lMTEhJV1ZfUWc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ The process of scheduling, setup and work completed was seamless. Dave and his son were professional and very personable. They both took …”
- A 2026 review described wallpaper removal ahead of repainting a hallway and living room _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21oVU5HY3pWRWQ0YWpoTlZWVmlUMVpCYkhab2IwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xf416b12d2fa66b03!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmhUNGczVEd4ajhNVVViT1ZBbHZob0E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Five stars is not enough. These guys went above and beyond with a difficult task to peel all my old stuck wallpaper In my hallway and pai…”
- A 2026 review said drywall repair after water damage to a first floor and basement was finished within two days _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2t4VGVFdExTMTlSVTBGeVZEa3hWVUo0UTI1ellrRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xf416b12d2fa66b03!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkxTeEtLS19RU0FyVDkxVUJ4Q25zYkE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We contracted with Designed For You Painters LLC of Gardner MA to repair the water damage to the walls on the first floor and basement, a…”
- A December 2025 review said the customer had not received an invoice a week after the job and doubted a punch list would be completed _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21kRVVtVndURFo1VlVWT1IwVTVTVlJuTTA5NExYYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xf416b12d2fa66b03!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmdEUmVwTDZ5VUVOR0U5SVRnM094LXc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “4★ Dave and Anthony did a great job. However I did not get an invoice yet at this time and I don’t believe a punch list will be completed. I…”
- A June 2025 review said the homeowner had to finish some items the crew left undone _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJbnF1THlIaWR6bXRnRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xf416b12d2fa66b03!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEInquLyHidzmtgE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “4★ Dave and his crew were very good  . They completed the job in about 4 days. We to finish a few things on our own! Would’ve gave them five…”
- Specializes in House Painting _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tOWWRHNVVjR1ZvV1VKNVRYSkZWRFExUkd0c1ExRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xf416b12d2fa66b03!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkNYdG5UcGVoWUJ5TXJFVDQ1RGtsQ1E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Everything was as promised.  Superb workmanship and concern for doing a first rate job.  Went above-and-beyond a few times.  Great folks …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25ZMWEyZ3hOR2hpTjB0SGJIcG9MWE4zVFRsRVZuYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xf416b12d2fa66b03!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnY1a2gxNGhiN0tHbHpoLXN3TTlEVnc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Great job! Had my kitchen and hallway painted. On time, caring, excellent workmanship, and professionalism:)
I would hire again in an ins…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21oVU5HY3pWRWQ0YWpoTlZWVmlUMVpCYkhab2IwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xf416b12d2fa66b03!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmhUNGczVEd4ajhNVVViT1ZBbHZob0E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Five stars is not enough. These guys went above and beyond with a difficult task to peel all my old stuck wallpaper In my hallway and pai…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNiNTgyWndRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xf416b12d2fa66b03!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICb582ZwQE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Dave and Anthony did a great job painting interior walls as well as a cathedral ceiling.  They worked efficiently and were meticulous.”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNibExITm9RRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xf416b12d2fa66b03!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICblLHNoQE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Dave and his son Anthony were an amazing team - I hired them to paint my kitchen, stairwell, upstairs hall and primary bedroom.  The wall…”
- Also offers Handyman _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pCa1MxTnpNemsxV1RKQmRVVmxSR2c1UjIxVmJHYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xf416b12d2fa66b03!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjBkS1NzMzk1WTJBdUVlRGg5R21VbGc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “4★ Dave painted walls, ceilings, trim, replaced and painted doors, installed attic stairs, installed new trim, and performed some drywall re…”
  - [Procore Construction Network](https://network.procore.com/p/designed-for-you-painters-gardner) — “Services offered (Procore Construction Network): Painting and Coatings, Finish Carpentry, Painting”
- Also offers Specialty Services _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21wZlRWY3hWRFpaUlZsb1gwVldZMHBPVmpkNVQwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xf416b12d2fa66b03!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmpfTVcxVDZZRVloX0VWY0pOVjd5T0E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Very pleased with our deck ! They  power washed  , some repairs needed to be done , sanded , primed and painted . Very detail oriented !!…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURvaC0tbmZ3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xf416b12d2fa66b03!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDoh--nfw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ It was a pleasure working with Designed For You Painters.  They did a wonderful job power washing my house, it looks brand new!  They are…”

## 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

- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Designed%20For%20You%20Painters&query_place_id=ChIJs7h--5ZZ4YkRA2umLy2xFvQ): 4.9★ from 35 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Designed%20For%20You%20Painters&query_place_id=ChIJs7h--5ZZ4YkRA2umLy2xFvQ): Listed on this source
- [Exa](https://www.prlog.org/13122368-designed-for-you-painters-scales-up-interior-exterior-painting-services-to-gardner-ma-homeowner.html): 0 web mentions across the open web (each linked to its source)
- [Official Website](https://www.designedforyoupaintersllc.com): 25 yrs in business · Self-reported profile and service details
- [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/gardner/profile/painting-contractors/designed-for-you-painters-0261-351301): Listed on this source
- [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/gardner/designed-for-you-painters-llc-reviews-1.htm): 5.0★ from 8 ratings
- [Procore Construction Network](https://network.procore.com/p/designed-for-you-painters-gardner): Listed on this source

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · John Goulet · 2026-09-13**: Everything was as promised.  Superb workmanship and concern for doing a first rate job.  Went above-and-beyond a few times.  Great folks to work with!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Keith Edwards · 2026-08-01**: Great job! Had my kitchen and hallway painted. On time, caring, excellent workmanship, and professionalism:)
I would hire again in an instant!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · John Zajac · 2026-06-23**: Very pleased with our deck ! They  power washed  , some repairs needed to be done , sanded , primed and painted . Very detail oriented !!  Very pleased with the finish !!
Highly recommend !!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · jolene obrien · 2026-06-17**: The process of scheduling, setup and work completed was seamless. Dave and his son were professional and very personable. They both took care and walked me through every step. I will be definitely using their painting services again. My cabinets went from dark to light, made my kitchen look fresher …
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Andrea Frost · 2026-06-11**: Great working with Dave and his crew. Efficient, hard working and very communicative. Easy and a great job! Will use again
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · James Turner · 2026-05-24**: Couldn’t be happier with the work Anthoney did on my deck on 5-23-26 he took my neglected deck and turned it into looking brand new not to mention his quote was well below other local businesses, will definitely be using him in the future, highly recommended.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Andy Sears · 2026-05-19**: Dave and Anthony did a great job taking care of the many rooms on the inside of the house.  Attention to detail and great to work with w the scheduling.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Rosemary Gaskell · 2026-04-29**: We contracted with Designed For You Painters LLC of Gardner MA to repair the water damage to the walls on the first floor and basement, and repaint.   They completed the job in under two days.  They did a good, tidy, efficient job.  They were patient and pleasant to work with.
Their final price was …
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Sally Johnson · 2026-04-16**: Very happy with the work Anthony did in our bathroom. We will definitely have them back in the future when the need arrises.
Sally & Ernie
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · John Restuccia · 2026-03-17**: Great job done! Pleasant and professional.

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