Serving Auburn Hills, MI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2001
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Nick and team painted our white trim with SW Emerald paint..looks great. Great price for solid work!"
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Serving Auburn Hills, MI and surrounding areas
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Customers say: True professional
"Paul's Painting did an exceptional job, along with being fair and reasonable. I would recommend him to anyone."
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Serving Auburn Hills, MI and surrounding areas
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In business since 1991
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Went very well. The team was punctual and reliable. Also, they came with a full crew and, although I doubted they could get it done in one day, they did. Additionally, they did a nice job on a request to paint a couple areas of floor + the basement steps, which turned out very nice. Would use again."
Serving Auburn Hills, MI and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2006
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Warranties offered
"They did an excellent job, the paint looks amazing. But we were also impressed with their attention to detail with caulking and protecting our windows and brick before painting. They were fast and cleaned up afterwards. Would definitely hire them again."
Serving Auburn Hills, MI and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2013
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Emergency services offered
"Pasco did an absolutely fantastic job painting the entire interior of our house. Great communication and great work for a great price. HIGHLY recommended!"
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Serving Auburn Hills, MI and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1996
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Emergency services offered
"Had them paint majority of our new house including a full 2 story living room. Excellent work, on time, and went above and beyond and put an extra coat on the ceiling in the kitchen at no extra cost to make it look better. Would highly recommend and will use them for any future paint projects."
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Serving Auburn Hills, MI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
Customers say: Quick response
"Hiring contractors can be stressful but EA painting has made this a good experience from everything from: quality, cost, professionalism, timely, etc. They arrived on time, cost was very competitive (we priced out with four painters), quality of work was great and they were very respectful and nice. They are finishing up with our job tomorrow and I am already thinking of having them paint additional work for us in future. Would recommend and use them again. Thanks!"
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Serving Auburn Hills, MI and surrounding areas
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In business since 1988
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Emergency services offered
"Liedel Powerwashing and Painting did a phenomenal job painting our home. We have a large 1-1/2 story ranch that really needed painting. Starting with the original estimate, every member of the crew was professional. They arrived when promised, were respectful of your property and made sure that we were satisfied when they finished. We were in need of having some siding replaced before they painted and the gentleman that came by to do it completed it without any issues. We would not hesitate to recommend Liedel Powerwashing and Painting to any of your friends. The job is complete and the price was fair. We were pleased from beginning to end. This company was a true Blessing to us!"
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Serving Auburn Hills, MI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
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Emergency services offered
"The owner and the whole team at Kodra Painting did an amazing job. They painted my kitchen and I couldnâ t be happier. I already told all my friends and family. Canâ t wait to use them in the summer for some exterior painting."
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Serving Auburn Hills, MI and surrounding areas
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In business since 1985
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Warranties offered
"This is the third time we've used Somerset Painting and I will continue to use them and recommend them to others. They first stained our banister, then painted our entire interior, and now our basement. We've had a different team of painters each time and each team was prompt, professional, performed quality work, and were trustworthy. We have been completely satisfied with each project and felt they were very fair with their pricing. Thank you Somerset Painting!"
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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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