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Saint's Quality Painting
4.9(
16
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Serving Alto, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David and his crew are very professional. David came back to paint the bedroom because I didn't have the room ready the first time. He uses Sherwin Williams paint which comes in great colors and covers really well. The crew was very professional and friendly. I would highly recommend."
Condo
Condo
Condo
Condo
Interior

+27

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Five Star Painting
4.8(
27
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Serving Alto, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I bought a condo that had popcorn ceilings that were painted a cream color. I decided to paint them white. I saw Five Star Painting at our local home show. I schedule a free quote online which was super easy. I got the quote within a day. I scheduled within 2 days getting the quote and had what felt like brand new ceilings in a week. It was a very smooth process. The workers were on time and professional."
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+11

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bruinsma Decorating
4.9(
37
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Serving Alto, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Barney and his team were excellent, hard working, friendly, and very easy to work with. Their attention to detail and dedication to our project was top notch. Communication was great! We had 8 rooms painted including high ceilings, hallways, ceilings repaired from water damage, smaller bathrooms painted, interior doors grained/exterior painted, and window staining completed. I recommend Barney for any project! They are such great people on top of being professional craftsmen."
Kitchen
Custom Cabinets
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Home Hue Heroes LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving Alto, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Honestly, I was skeptical about painting our oak cabinets. I was terrified they would look like a cheap DIY paint job with brush marks, or that my house would be covered in dust. ​Home Hue Heroes completely proved me wrong. ​Darlin and Jeremy didn't just 'paint' the kitchen; they set up a full containment system (like a bubble!) so not a speck of dust got into the rest of the house. They were meticulous—labeling every door, scrubbing everything down, and sanding it to perfection. ​The finish? It is literally flawless. It feels like smooth glass and looks like it came straight from the factory. You cannot see a single wood grain or brush stroke. They used a high-end Sherwin-Williams coating that wipes down easily. ​If you are on the fence, just do it. They showed up on time every day, finished exactly when they said they would (5 days!), and gave us a 2-year guarantee. Highly recommend!"
195 Conor
195 Conor
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before
after

+18

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Service Pro Painting and Improvements
4.2(
112
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Serving Alto, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an outstanding job with both wood work and painting. After the project was complete, they returned to repair and paint two huge holes that woodpeckers made well after the job was done. I will hire them again on my next project."
Deck Finishing and Painting
Exterior Refinishing
Exterior Refinishing
Exterior Refinishing
Exterior Repaint

+20

Response time2 days
Response rate94%
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Brush & Roll LLC
5.0(
18
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Serving Alto, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Our home looks brand new thanks to Brush & Roll! We were in desperate need of a new paint job on the exterior of our home and interior. The team arrived on time, worked diligently throughout the day, and stuck to the agreed-upon timeline. The crew spent significant time cleaning, sanding, and caulking before painting. Leaving an incredible outcome. I am very impressed and pleased with the job done!"
Kitchen Cabinets Paint
Kitchen Cabinets Paint
Kitchen Cabinets Paint
Kitchen Cabinets Paint
Exterior Home Paint

+4

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Highland Painting
5.0(
4
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Serving Alto, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It was a pleasure to work with Highland Painting. They did an incredible job painting our bathroom walls and cabinets, it completely transformed the space! I would definitely recommend them and will be using them again in the future."
Desantis bedroom
Desantis living area
Murray loft space
Bathroom *Before
Bathroom *After

+13

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Alto, MI

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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