# Shannon Painting **Trade:** House Painting · **Address:** 15 Willis St, Boston, MA 02125, USA · **Phone:** (617) 699-5543 · **Website:** https://www.shannonpaintingma.com/ · **Languages:** English **Rating: 4.3/5** (medium confidence) — from 23 reviews across 3 sources. A 0–5 star rating built from what customers and the public say (every review and mention weighted by where it was posted, how old, how detailed and how credible it is, shrunk toward a 3.5★ baseline when evidence is thin) plus what the record shows (Reddit recommendations or warnings, a registry-verified licence, how recently they were reviewed, customer work photos, BBB grade, negative news, a revoked licence). Positive record counts only as far as the reviews have earned it; penalties count in full. Confidence describes how much weighted evidence stands behind the number, never the number itself: low when fewer than about five normal reviews' worth of weight (or mentions only) support it, medium up to about twenty, high beyond that across at least two sources. An operator flag for a suspicious review pattern caps a rating at 3.5★ and marks it low. 100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 1 reviews, 0 negative. ## The honest read Shannon Painting is a family-owned Boston shop, run by Eoin Shannon since 1995 according to the company, that keeps showing up in reviews for the kind of jobs a plain repaint doesn't cover — century-old plaster, historic landmarks, coordinating around other trades mid-project. The recurring thread is prep and care around a property while the work happens: reviewers describe drop cloths laid to protect a bay window, plantings and hardscape covered before equipment goes down, chipped paint stripped before new coats go on. That care shows up on harder jobs too — a 2023 review describes patching and painting the imperfections in a home's original horsehair plaster walls after buying an old house that needed restoring; a 2024 review describes painting the entire exterior of an 1899 Neoclassical three-family after years of smaller trim work for the same customer, with the owner present the whole time through several days of scraping and sanding before priming. Another reviewer describes Eoin subcontracting a kitchen ceiling replacement after a plumbing failure, then doing the patch and paint himself. On the commercial side, a late-2022 review describes painting a 6,400-square-foot, two-floor nonprofit gym in a few days. The company's own site says it's family-owned since 1995 with more than 300 customers and lists an EPA certification — relevant given how often older Boston-area homes show up in the reviews, though it's the company's own claim rather than something independently verified here. Reviewers also mention Eoin coordinating cleanly with carpenters and other crews already on site, and quotes that come back quickly and in writing. Nothing negative turns up in the 23 reviews on file, which run from 2022 through 2026, though the most recent is from April, so there's a several-month gap since the last one posted. For an older or architecturally particular home — plaster repair, historic trim, a fixer-upper that needs real prep work before paint goes on — this is a crew whose reviewers consistently point to the same things: careful protection of the property, fair written quotes, and comfort with the fussier, older-house jobs. **Strengths:** - Protective prep — drop cloths and coverage of plants and hardscape - Historic-home experience — landmark and century-old properties repeatedly - Coordinates with other trades — carpenters and crews worked in seamlessly - Fair written quotes — quick, competitive estimates noted often ## Claims & citations Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication. - Google shows a 5-star average across 23 ratings _(confidence: high)_ - [Google](https://maps.google.com/?cid=246440754831830593&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) — “Google: 5★ from 23 ratings” - The company's own site says it has been family-owned since 1995 with over 300 customers _(confidence: low)_ - [Official Website](https://www.shannonpaintingma.com) — “Company history (self-reported): Family-owned small business operating since 1995, with over 300 satisfied customers.” - The company's site lists an EPA certification _(confidence: low)_ - [Official Website](https://www.shannonpaintingma.com) — “Stated certification/affiliation: EPA Certified” - Reviewers repeatedly describe protective prep — drop cloths and coverage of plantings, hardscape and windows _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2sxMWFVbElRVzFyV1doVU5HZHhNbmh6U1hwME5rRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x36b888f91ee2e41!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOk11aUlIQW1rWWhUNGdxMnhzSXp0NkE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Eoin and his crew did a wonderful job of repainting the exterior of our condo. They put down necessary measures to protect our bay window…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21wMFlWQnpVVFl5YlZVeWVtUm5RM0ZMZEdWMVduYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x36b888f91ee2e41!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmp0YVBzUTYybVUyemRnQ3FLdGV1Wnc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Eoin and his two assistants did an outstanding job painting the exterior of our home. Eoin provided a prompt and fair written quote. They…” - Multiple reviews describe work on historic or century-old homes, including a landmark building and horsehair-plaster restoration _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ3Nk1uWXpBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x36b888f91ee2e41!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID76MnYzAE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had Shannon Painting paint our exterior trim a number of years ago. We were so pleased with the trim work we brought them back to pai…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURGaHV1MVJnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x36b888f91ee2e41!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDFhuu1Rg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ eoin came in and completely transformed our interior—we bought an old home that was in need of much love to restore her to her original g…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNSbXJPMk9nEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x36b888f91ee2e41!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICRmrO2Og%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ For both exterior and interior painting, we highly recommend Eoin Shannon. He (and his crew) have painted the exterior of the historic L…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNSOHYyMkZREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x36b888f91ee2e41!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICR8v22FQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Shannon Painting did an amazing job on the exterior painting of my vinyl sided home in Dorchester. When we recently purchased a new home…” - Reviewers describe coordinating cleanly with carpenters and other trades already on site _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURuc2NlRElREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x36b888f91ee2e41!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDnsceDIQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I give Eoin my highest recommendation. He is a true professional and did an amazing job on the exterior of our home. He and his great c…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURSdzhQZkpREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x36b888f91ee2e41!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDRw8PfJQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We highly recommend Shannon Painting for their superior work on both exterior and interior residential jobs. They painted our Victorian h…” - A 2022 review describes painting a 6,400-square-foot nonprofit gym across two floors in a few days _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNCaWQ3NnZ3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x36b888f91ee2e41!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICBid76vwE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Shannon Painting is the best around! Eoin is an absolutely professional. He painted our entire nonprofit gym (2 floors, 6,400 square feet…” - Drywall and plaster patch and repair paired with painting _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT200elREVXdYek5MZUU1aE0yWmZRbGRrUm5SQmEwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x36b888f91ee2e41!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOm4zTDUwXzNLeE5hM2ZfQldkRnRBa0E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had a terrible plumbing issue that resulted in loosing our whole kitchen ceiling. Shannon Painting really took care of us! They were q…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURGaHV1MVJnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x36b888f91ee2e41!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDFhuu1Rg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ eoin came in and completely transformed our interior—we bought an old home that was in need of much love to restore her to her original g…” - Cabinet and deck painting and staining _(confidence: medium)_ - [Official Website](https://www.shannonpaintingma.com) — “A family-owned Massachusetts painting company offering interior/exterior painting, cabinet and deck painting/staining, drywall painting and …” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNSOHYyMkZREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x36b888f91ee2e41!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICR8v22FQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Shannon Painting did an amazing job on the exterior painting of my vinyl sided home in Dorchester. When we recently purchased a new home…” - Light wood repair and carpentry alongside painting jobs _(confidence: medium)_ - [Official Website](https://www.shannonpaintingma.com) — “A family-owned Massachusetts painting company offering interior/exterior painting, cabinet and deck painting/staining, drywall painting and …” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUN3b05PYmdnRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x36b888f91ee2e41!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMCwoNObggE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We hired Shannon Painting to do some light wood repair, painting the trim around our 35 windows, painting our built outs and painting our…” - Specializes in House Painting _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2w4MlJXcERPVkpmTkZWcWRXUllaVkl4UTFCRFVXYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x36b888f91ee2e41!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOl82RWpDOVJfNFVqdWRYZVIxQ1BDUWc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Hire Eoin Shannon's incomparable painting company for your next painting project outside or inside! I can't ever remember in 30 years bei…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNSbXJPMk9nEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x36b888f91ee2e41!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICRmrO2Og%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ For both exterior and interior painting, we highly recommend Eoin Shannon. He (and his crew) have painted the exterior of the historic L…” - Also offers Specialty Services _(confidence: medium)_ - [Official Website](https://www.shannonpaintingma.com) — “A family-owned Massachusetts painting company offering interior/exterior painting, cabinet and deck painting/staining, drywall painting and …” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT200elREVXdYek5MZUU1aE0yWmZRbGRrUm5SQmEwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x36b888f91ee2e41!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOm4zTDUwXzNLeE5hM2ZfQldkRnRBa0E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had a terrible plumbing issue that resulted in loosing our whole kitchen ceiling. Shannon Painting really took care of us! They were q…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURGaHV1MVJnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x36b888f91ee2e41!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDFhuu1Rg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ eoin came in and completely transformed our interior—we bought an old home that was in need of much love to restore her to her original g…” - Also offers Carpentry _(confidence: low)_ - [Official Website](https://www.shannonpaintingma.com) — “A family-owned Massachusetts painting company offering interior/exterior painting, cabinet and deck painting/staining, drywall painting and …” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUN3b05PYmdnRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x36b888f91ee2e41!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMCwoNObggE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We hired Shannon Painting to do some light wood repair, painting the trim around our 35 windows, painting our built outs and painting our…” ## 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 - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Shannon%20Painting&query_place_id=ChIJgedlR1J644kRQS7ukY-IawM): 5.0★ from 23 ratings - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Shannon%20Painting&query_place_id=ChIJgedlR1J644kRQS7ukY-IawM): Listed on this source - [Official Website](https://www.shannonpaintingma.com): Self-reported profile and service details ## Recent reviews - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Barbara Trainer · 2026-04-19**: Hire Eoin Shannon's incomparable painting company for your next painting project outside or inside! I can't ever remember in 30 years being so completely impressed with a group of people doing such a fabulous job. An extraordinarily professional group of people who worked tirelessly to make our home… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jackey West · 2026-01-16**: We had a terrible plumbing issue that resulted in loosing our whole kitchen ceiling. Shannon Painting really took care of us! They were quick and professional and it looks better than ever. Eion subcontracted for our ceiling to be replaced and then he and Giovanni did the patch & paint. It’s beauti… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jake Nash · 2025-10-16**: Eoin and his helpers did a great job painting the interior of my condo. Everything was kept very clean at the end of each day which I really appreciated. The work was very cleanly done overall - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Megan Fuller · 2025-09-02**: Eoin and his team gave the siding and trim of our two family home fresh coats of paint. They removed all chipped paint before starting and the house now looks gorgeous instead of dreary. They were on time, finished early and meticulously neat. Theit attention to detail is second to none and I would … - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Chia Chia Hu · 2025-07-31**: Eoin and his crew did a wonderful job of repainting the exterior of our condo. They put down necessary measures to protect our bay window and laid down drop cloths to protect our backyard plants where they put some equipment. Eoin was quick to respond and provide a fair and written quote. Once on si… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · David Kasman · 2025-07-18**: Eoin and his two assistants did an outstanding job painting the exterior of our home. Eoin provided a prompt and fair written quote. They were extremely conscientious and professional. They protected all our plantings and hardscape with drop cloths and cleaned up beautifully after each day’s work. T… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Glen Ducharme · 2025-03-15**: We hired Shannon Painting to do some light wood repair, painting the trim around our 35 windows, painting our built outs and painting our porch. Eoin was incredibly knowledgeable and detailed and asked the right questions to make sure nothing was missed, he thought of multiple things we never would … - **5/5 · Google Reviews · LizM · 2025-01-17**: It was a pleasure to work with Eoin and his crew on both a large exterior painting project, as well as an interior one. With a series of terrible contractor experiences, you never know, but Shannon Painting is professional, efficient, and reasonably priced for the high quality of the outcome. I woul… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Priya Prakash · 2024-10-07**: I give Eoin my highest recommendation. He is a true professional and did an amazing job on the exterior of our home. He and his great crew put a lot of work into it from the prep work, priming and finishing coat They coordinated with the carpenter to do some repairs and it was seamless. He's re… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Pond Condo · 2024-08-20**: We had Shannon Painting paint our exterior trim a number of years ago. We were so pleased with the trim work we brought them back to paint the entire exterior of our 1899 Neoclassical 3 family. The owner, Eoin Shannon, is a true craftsman. He was present the entire time with his workers. The pre… --- Data freshness: last scanned 2026-07-06T10:54:34.965Z. Cite as: Shannon Painting — Tavlee (https://tavlee.com/contractor/shannon-painting-boston) Source: https://tavlee.com/contractor/shannon-painting-boston