# William Earle & Son, LLC

**Trade:** House Painting · **Address:** 731 Washington St, Newton, MA 02458, USA · **Phone:** (617) 244-9444 · **Website:** http://www.wmearleandson.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.0/5** (medium confidence) — from 18 reviews across 3 sources.
100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 1 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

William Earle & Son is a Newton painting company with roots back to 1925 — founded by Joseph William Earle and now run by third- and fourth-generation family members, Jacquie and her children. Eighteen reviews on file are unanimously five stars, though the state's home improvement contractor registration on file for the business is currently expired.

In the most recent review, from May 2026, a homeowner called the owner Robert "a gentleman throughout the entire process" and described the crew as "skilled, respectful, meticulous and deeply conscientious." A November 2025 review described a similarly hands-on experience — the company showed up when promised, communicated well, kept a clean site, and worked with the homeowner on the details.

Beyond straightforward painting, several reviews describe real repair work along the way. A September 2025 review described hiring the company before moving into a new home to repair cracks in the walls, ceiling and closets, then repaint. A 2023 review recounted discovering two areas that needed carpentry mid-job, which the crew "handled quite admirably" — the same customer's second job with the company in 23 years. Another 2023 review listed a shed roof and screens repaired alongside the paint job, and a 2024 review described damage found before painting being repaired beautifully. One reviewer, after 25 years in the same Newton house and several previous repaints, called this the best housepainting job they'd ever had; another appreciated that the crew used a brush and roller rather than a sprayer.

The one fact worth confirming before booking: the Massachusetts home improvement contractor registration tied to William Earle & Son is currently expired.

For a painting job that's likely to turn up real repair work along the way — cracked plaster, rot, an old shed roof — this is a crew reviewers describe handling it as carefully as the paint itself. Just ask about the registration status first.

**Strengths:**
- Multi-generational craft — family-owned since 1925, now run by the fourth generation
- Handles surprise repairs — discovered and fixed carpentry issues mid-job without fuss
- Repeat customers — one client's second job with them in 23 years
- Careful technique — uses brush and roller instead of a sprayer for finish quality

**Concerns:**
- Expired license — the state home improvement contractor registration on file is expired

## Claims & citations

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

- Massachusetts home improvement contractor registration on file is expired (registry-verified) _(confidence: high)_
  - [State License Registry](https://contractorhub.mass.gov/s/hic-contractor-search) — “MA hic license 171375 registry-verified expired — registry holder of record: WILLIAM EARLE & SON”
- Family-owned since 1925, founded by Joseph William Earle, now run by third- and fourth-generation family members _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](http://www.wmearleandson.com) — “Company history (self-reported): Family owned business operating since 1925, started by Joseph William Earle.”
  - [Official Website](http://www.wmearleandson.com) — “Ownership (self-reported): Multi-generational family business, currently run by third and fourth generation family members Jacquie and her c…”
- In a May 2026 review, the owner was called a gentleman and the crew 'skilled, respectful, meticulous and deeply conscientious' _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xsUVRVUnBiM2gwY1MxUlVsVm9TazFxUzBSVlZVRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe73dffe5ea3039b!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOllQTURpb3h0cS1RUlVoSk1qS0RVVUE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We could not be more pleased with our experience with William Earle And Son, LLC. Robert was such a gentleman throughout the entire proce…”
- In a September 2025 review, repaired cracks in walls, ceiling and closets and repainted before a move-in _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21sdVYzcGZNVmxEVkU1ZmQybFZkekZCVG5OU2VWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe73dffe5ea3039b!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmluV3pfMVlDVE5fd2lVdzFBTnNSeVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I first worked with William Earle & Son LLC in fall 2024 before moving into my new home that needed a lot of help/upgrades. After researc…”
- In a 2023 review, discovered and handled unplanned carpentry work mid-job for a repeat customer's second job in 23 years _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNaXzVXMVBBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xe73dffe5ea3039b!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICZ_5W1PA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Responsive, excellent finish and attention to quality. Took the time to prep, discovered 2 areas in need of some carpentry work, which th…”
- In a 2023 review, repaired a shed roof and replaced screens alongside a paint job _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURKb29iS1BREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xe73dffe5ea3039b!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDJoobKPQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Great job with other repairs that were needed - Shed Roof, Screens replaced and more!”
- In a 2024 review, damage discovered before painting was repaired beautifully _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNUa3NqZUl3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xe73dffe5ea3039b!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICTksjeIw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We have called on Wm Earle and Son for all our painting needs for decades. The provide exceptional service with outstanding results.
When…”
- Also offers light carpentry and masonry as home finishing services (self-reported) _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](http://www.wmearleandson.com) — “A family-owned painting business also offering light carpentry, masonry, and related home finishing services.”
- Specializes in House Painting _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xsUVRVUnBiM2gwY1MxUlVsVm9TazFxUzBSVlZVRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe73dffe5ea3039b!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOllQTURpb3h0cS1RUlVoSk1qS0RVVUE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We could not be more pleased with our experience with William Earle And Son, LLC. Robert was such a gentleman throughout the entire proce…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURsc09mdkR3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xe73dffe5ea3039b!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDlsOfvDw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I had a great experience w William Earle and Son. They painted my house and windows, sanded and stained the deck, and painted the peeling…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNaanBPOVBREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xe73dffe5ea3039b!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICZjpO9PQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Best Housepainting Job We've Ever Had -- Superb
William Earle & Son housepainters sanded, prepped, and painted our home here in Newton MA…”
- Also offers Carpentry _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](http://www.wmearleandson.com) — “A family-owned painting business also offering light carpentry, masonry, and related home finishing services.”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNaXzVXMVBBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xe73dffe5ea3039b!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICZ_5W1PA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Responsive, excellent finish and attention to quality. Took the time to prep, discovered 2 areas in need of some carpentry work, which th…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURKb29iS1BREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xe73dffe5ea3039b!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDJoobKPQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Great job with other repairs that were needed - Shed Roof, Screens replaced and more!”

## Ownership

- Identifies as family-owned — the business's own statement, not independently verified.

## License

Status: **expired** (#171375, hic) — verified against the official MA state registry on 2026-07-06, 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=William%20Earle%20%26%20Son%2C%20LLC&query_place_id=ChIJK0EO3kaD44kRmwOjXv7fcw4): 5.0★ from 19 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=William%20Earle%20%26%20Son%2C%20LLC&query_place_id=ChIJK0EO3kaD44kRmwOjXv7fcw4): Listed on this source
- [Official Website](http://www.wmearleandson.com): Self-reported profile and service details

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Pam Kruskal · 2026-05-07**: We could not be more pleased with our experience with William Earle And Son, LLC. Robert was such a gentleman throughout the entire process and his beyond wonderful crew were exceptional craftsmen — skilled, respectful, meticulous and deeply conscientious.

The exterior of our 1962 MCM home was beau…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Bob Bonenfant · 2025-11-29**: Extremely professional company that delivered on service and quality. They are a pleasure to work with; communicate well, show up when promised, excellent quality, work with you, accommodating, and keep a clean site. The crew painting our house was great. They are the "experience" you want. And in t…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Rima Hajjaj · 2025-09-11**: I first worked with William Earle & Son LLC in fall 2024 before moving into my new home that needed a lot of help/upgrades. After researching a number of companies, I settled on WE to help me repair cracks in walls, ceiling, and closets and repaint. They also refinished my hardwood floors bringing n…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jordana Phillips · 2024-11-25**: Robert and team were exceptional -- responsive, kind, professional, timely, strong work ethic, and great overall work. Highly recommend!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Betsy Millane · 2024-08-29**: Wow. Excellent painters, excellent service, Robert is on top of it all, and there is joy in this work. Could not be happier.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Brad Washburn · 2024-07-29**: I would highly recommend William Earle and Sons. They did an amazing job on our two-family home in Brookline. From start to finish, they were extremely professional, communicative, and reliable.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · John Sarianides · 2024-07-12**: Very happy with the work done. They were efficient, stuck to the estimate given and our house looks great! Will recommend.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Mary Jo Barrett · 2024-05-12**: We have called on Wm Earle and Son for all our painting needs for decades. The provide exceptional service with outstanding results.
When damage was discovered before painting it was repaired beautifully.  Highly recommend this company. They are awesome!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Ruth Landsman · 2023-11-29**: I had a great experience w William Earle and Son. They painted my house and windows, sanded and stained the deck, and painted the peeling bulkhead.  Everything came out beautifully and they were a joy to work with. Robert was always available for questions and on top of the current status.  There we…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Terry Dougherty · 2023-09-21**: Responsive, excellent finish and attention to quality. Took the time to prep, discovered 2 areas in need of some carpentry work, which they handled quite admirably. Lots of firms can paint, but this is our second time in 23 years using them. Great team, great results.

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