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Hoover Painting
4.9(
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Neil came out and gave us an estimate along with recommendations on what shade of white would look nice. The first working day he came out to remove all of the cabinet doors, drawers (36 of them!) and a few shelves and he painted the boxes. He took the doors and drawers home to spray them (he hand-painted the boxes so we didn't have to shut down the room which was nice). while painting the doors he discovered a slight difference in the door paint vs the box paint (he showed me and honestly I would have never known) so he came back out and repainted the boxes. At this time he brought a sample he had done of the cabinet door antiquing detail (he hand-painted some of the grooves) so we could approve that. When he finished the cabinets he even went back and caulked areas and touched up our walls in spots that may have needed it. Even with the paint color issue, all the hand-painted detailing and Christmas coming up, he still finished ahead of schedule and we had a new kitchen for Christmas! He was incredibly professional throughout the process and an easy-going nice guy. It's been 4 months and I still walk into my kitchen and just stare at the cabinets because I love them so much now! I would (and have) highly recommend him to anyone looking to have any painting done!"
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+9

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Lowe Painting Services
4.9(
102
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I couldn't be more satisfied with Lowe Painting Services. They showed up on time and did an outstanding job on my interior painting. They were professional and easy to work with. I would recommend them to anyone needing painting done."
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Barone Professional Painting
4.8(
55
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Dave did an excellent job of painting the wood trim around my windows (total of 9). He arrived on time and was very timely in offering an estimate. He also cleaned all of the windows which are very difficult to clean at any time. Clean-up after the job was complete too. I would definitely recommend Barone Professional Painting for any painting job. The cost for the work was also very reasonable."
Response time2 days
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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ImageWorks Painting Inc
4.7(
173
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The entire process of having my deck and window medallion painted by Image Works was extremely positive. Everyone who helped me with this painting project was very professional and helpful. Kaylyn in customer service, Nate who came out and gave me the quote, Rick who did the power washing, Rege who helped me choose paint color and Max who did the painting all were wonderful! I highly recommend Imagine Works this is my second time using them and I will continue to use them for my painting needs."
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Deck Refinishing
Response time1 day
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Master Brush Painting Inc
4.5(
189
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fantastic job, we are so pleased with the results. They are very professional and nice to deal with. The crew was polite, and caring with our belongings. If you want a job done right with no problems this is your painters."
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+9

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Affordable Painting & Repairs
5.0(
19
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Working with Mike at Affordable Painting & Repairs was overall a great experience. I hired him for two different jobs (drywall and building an enclosure with a new door), he completed each job far sooner than anticipated. He also did something many people in his position wouldn't consider... he lowered the price to more accurately reflect the hours each job took. I was also very impressed with his timeliness, every time he told me he would arrive or call at a given time he did. He also demonstrated a firm grasp of the skills needed for both jobs. Overall, I found him to be honest, ethical, fair, skilled and reasonable. I basically let him be and he got both jobs done sooner and less expensively than originally quoted. I definitely do reccomend his services and will be calling him again for other jobs!!!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Painting Pittsburgh
4.7(
35
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Martin and his crew removed wallpaper and painted nearly half of our home and we are thrilled with how it turned out! He responded to my inquiry within a day and came out to give a quote within a week. Martin offered us a reasonable and fair price for the amount of work to be done and was spot on with the estimate of how long the job would take. The work was done in 5 days and they were extremely courteous, clean and efficient while here. We highly recommend Painting Pittsburgh and will definitely be using them for future projects!"
Response time1 day
Response rate85%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Kern Painting and Maintenance LLC
4.7(
28
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

Kern Painting and Maintenance is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

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FAQs for painting projects in Pittsburgh, PA

Most homeowners opt for semi-gloss or high-gloss paint to make the baseboards stand out against the walls. If you’d rather keep things subtle, matching the wall sheen with eggshell or satin also works well. When your trim has nicks or dents, reach for a flatter, matte finish—it hides minor imperfections better than a shiny coat.

Stripping old paint from trim costs $1 to $3 per linear foot. Pros use specialized tools and techniques to lift away existing layers without gouging the wood, then prep the surface for a fresh finish. While it adds to your budget, proper removal protects the molding and sets the stage for a smoother, longer-lasting paint job.

Tackling the baseboards first often leads to crisper lines. Painting trim first lets you tape off the boards instead of the walls, so you’re less likely to splatter color where you don’t want it. Any stray marks on the wall get covered when you roll on the final coat, making the whole process faster and tidier.

You can absolutely paint baseboards in place. Leaving them installed avoids the risk of cracking or misaligning the boards when they’re reattached. With thorough cleaning, light sanding, and careful taping, a pro—or an experienced DIYer—can achieve a sharp, factory-smooth finish while saving you the hassle of prying off and reinstalling trim.

Painting almost always beats replacement in cost. Swapping out baseboards runs about $150 in DIY materials or roughly $1,100 with a pro, while repainting costs about $50 in supplies and $1 to $5 per square foot for labor. Unless the boards are warped or severely damaged, a fresh coat delivers the same visual upgrade for a fraction of the price.

Paintable caulk and wood filler are the go-to fixes for nail holes in baseboards. Wood filler sands flush for a glass-smooth surface, while caulk provides a flexible seal that won’t crack as the house settles. Either way, patching those tiny divots before you prime ensures your finished baseboards look seamless.

The Pittsburgh, PA homeowners’ guide to painting services

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