Overview:
- Across numerous reviews, customers report positive experiences with John Binkley and Binkleyβs Painting and Home Repair, citing reliable communication, skilled workmanship, and good value for exterior painting, minor repairs, and related carpentry tasks.
Project scope and outcomes:
- Projects covered exterior painting (house, brick, doors, shed), wood siding, wood rot replacement, caulking of seams and window joints, and some deck staining.
- Some jobs included additional tasks (e.g., carpentry, repairs for water damage) and were completed with attention to detail.
Timeline, scheduling, and reliability:
- Work often completed efficiently, with examples around 4 days for a ~2000 sq ft house by a two-person crew; some projects extended to weekend work to accommodate weather.
- Customers note punctuality and consistency in showing up as scheduled; projects were finished on time, with examples of coordinating crews to complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
Pricing and value:
- Bids are described as fair or competitive; in some cases, the bid was the lowest. One reviewer noted that repairs were included and that some additional work (shed/deck) was performed at no extra charge.
- While not always the cheapest, several reviews emphasize that the price matched or exceeded expectations given the quality and scope of work.
Quality and workmanship:
- Reviewers praise thorough preparation and execution: attention to detail, proper weather planning, careful surface prep, and high-quality results (including caulking, replacing rot, and precise painting).
- Notable strengths highlighted: superior sheetrock repair and painting skills, careful handling of delicate areas, and ability to bring aging exteriors back to life.
Customer service and professionalism:
- Consistently described as courteous, respectful, responsive, and dedicated to customer satisfaction.
- Several reviews mention going above and beyond, clear upfront communication, and willingness to address issues promptly.
Context and location:
- Many reviews reference Topeka, including Old Town Topeka, and projects on older homes with specific maintenance needs (rot, caulking, brick exteriors).
Overall impression:
- Most customers express high satisfaction and would recommend the service to others, emphasizing reliability, upfront communication, quality workmanship, and good value for the scope of exterior painting and repair work performed.