Serving Auburn University, AL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1995
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
S&T Contractors LLC

Serving Auburn University, AL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1995
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
S&T Contractors LLC

Serving Auburn University, AL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1989
Free estimates
Warranties offered
Handyman Unlimited is Licensed, Insured, and ready to serve all of your home improvement needs. From painting to new builds and everything in between we have the knowledge and experience to succeed at getting your project done right! Put your worries away and contact Handyman Unlimited Today!





+23
Serving Auburn University, AL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2011
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
Call Chris� Handyman Services for all your home improvement needs. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, we know that intricate detail and customer satisfaction is what gets a job done right the first time. Call today!
Serving Auburn University, AL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2025
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Z construction and remodeling did a great job painting the exterior of our house. Z provided professional services, offered a competitive estimate and completed the project efficiently. He and his team were punctual and cleaned up the work area before leaving each day. His attention to detail is exceptional and the end result impressive as our house looks great! Thank you, Z!!!"

Serving Auburn University, AL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!\n\n





+66

Serving Auburn University, AL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2012
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
Rainbow Covenant Painting is your local painting expert. We take pride in providing superior quality services at a fair price. Our goal is your complete satisfaction. Contact us today for a free estimate. We look forward to earning your business.





+10
Serving Auburn University, AL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1973
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"Mike is a an experienced, skilled home improvement specialist. His work is exemplary. He took my thirty year old she’d and upgraded the entire exterior: panels, trim, door, ramp, and paint. A remodeled shed for a fraction of the cost of a new one. I would highly recommend Mike for any home improvement project. A pleasure doing business with him."

Serving Auburn University, AL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
Select Household Services, LLC 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.





+3
Serving Auburn University, AL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Serving Auburn University, AL and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Warranties offered
Small jobs welcome
I'm a professional painting contractor with over 20 years of experience delivering high-quality painting services. Interior, exterior, residential, commercial, pressure washing and more. Call (706)416-8575 for your free estimate.





+31
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.
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

Use this guide to discover awning repair costs based on factors such as parts prices, labor, replacement costs, awning type, and more.

Discover how factors such as linear footage, local labor rates, and trim type affect the total cost of painting baseboards.

Learn how much cat or dog door installation costs based on factors like the door size, material, location, and added features.

Discover the cost of installing a new door, including factors such as location, size, materials, hardware, and local labor rates.

Learn how to budget for a new fence by exploring cost factors such as the fence size, height, posts, gates, style, and labor requirements.

Budget for fence repair costs based on factors such as fence length, height, repair type, materials, ongoing maintenance, labor, and more.