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Avatar for Manor Works Ventures Inc., DBA Manor Works Painting
Manor Works Ventures Inc., DBA Manor Works Painting
4.8(
753
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+4 more

Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The whole process went very smoothly and efficiently. I had used Manor Works to paint the exterior of my house 10 years ago and so I was familiar with their process. I contacted Victor Tirondola and scheduled an appointment to discuss what I wanted done. It was nice to see him again. He provided me with a quote that included power washing the house, replacing rotted wood with composite, caulking all exterior windows, and using a double coating of Sherwin Williams Duration paint (I upgraded the paint). I was pleased to see the same gentleman, Francisco, who painted my house 10 years earlier was still with this family run company. It was nice to see him again too. They do an excellent job on everything. I am very pleased with the results and would highly recommend them to others."
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+86

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Solution Painting Inc
Solution Painting Inc
4.8(
1,061
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+4 more

Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This is the 4th time we have hired Solution Painting. The crew is always prompt, and professional and the work is fantastic. Their attention to detail and their diligence in cleaning up makes them stand out in their field. I will hire them again when I have another room that needs to be painted."
Interior Painting 2020
Interior Painting 2020
Interior Painting 2020
Interior Painting 2020
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+21

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Rodas Painting & Services
Rodas Painting & Services
5.0(
43
)
Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+10 more

Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent painting service. Work was done well with attention to preparation, protection and quality. Touch ups afterwards were taken care of quickly and professionally. Kitchen cabinet doors were spray painted in a temporary "paint booth" in the garage and now look better than new."
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
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+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Resolution Painting
Resolution Painting
5.0(
29
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+18 more

Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great results from Antonio and his team! They are very professional, have exceptional painting skills, and finished our project of 4 bedrooms, hall, stairway, and den on time. You cannot see where they patched walls or fixed cracks. They left our house very clean and the cost was very reasonable. Would definitely hire again!"
Interior painting
Exterior painting house
Wall
Deck
Whole house

+60

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Paint The DMV, LLC
Paint The DMV, LLC
4.9(
86
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+3 more

Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Marvin and his paint crew did an outstanding job painting the front and back of my house! As requested, they also caulked around the windows and painted my front door with the paint color I provided. Marvin even stopped in and touched a couple areas that required additional paint. Overall, I am happy with the paint project results on the front and back of my house. I would definitely recommend Paint the DMV to anyone needing their painting projects completed."
Exterior Deck Staining
Front before. Needs cleaning, but some marks are from constant sun.
Before
Old deck that needed new stain. Started replacing bad boards
Final product

+29

Response time12 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Alexandria, VA

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.

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