Serving Augusta, ME and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Adrian does an excellent job I would recommend A.S Painting to anyone"
+25
Serving Augusta, ME and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Recently bought a house and had True North come in to paint the whole interior. Truly does unbelievable work and is incredibly efficient. Would recommend to anyone I know."
+9
Serving Augusta, ME and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1990
Warranties offered
Small jobs welcome
"Don and his crew were pleasant, professional, showed up on time and communicated well with me during the project. He did a great job prepping my garage floor for epoxy painting and clear coat application. He pays attention to detail, answered any questions I had and cleaned up after working. His services are fairly priced and I highly recommend him and his crew! I liked his work so much I've hired him to prep and paint my deck!"
+8
Serving Augusta, ME and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
Offers commercial services
"I hired Eric at fresh layer interiors to paint the entire interior of my home. The quality of service was great. Eric repairs some ceilings that had damage and them paint them all including walls and trim. Eric also removed Formica from my backsplash and installed a new glass tile backsplash and it look amazing. I highly recommend Fresh Layer Interiors for any painting projects you have!"
+17
Serving Augusta, ME and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"Impact painters definitely left an impact! The painting crew was nothing short of phenomenal, they did an amazing job. They were on time, kept the area super clean, and were very efficient with there time. I will definitely be hiring them to do more interior painting in the near future. Thanks to the painting crew, Dan, and Riley."
Serving Augusta, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 1995
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The work was done quickly and well. Brad was pleasant to deal with and the price reasonable."
+1
Serving Augusta, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2025
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"The owner, Banyon, did a terrific job scraping off our peeling textured ceiling, then mudded and painted it. It looks perfect! He was very professional and courteous. I would highly recommend this company."
+7
Serving Augusta, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 1995
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"We were very fortunate to find Scott of Island Painting through HomeAdvisor. My husband is an engineer and a fine woodworker and he judged that Scott is a meticulous painter who does fine work and goes above and beyond, even ridding us of a bee's nest near the house trim he was painting. Part of our house is three stories, but Scott managed to paint all the fascia board, and do some repairs while he was at it. Very pleasant personality. Five star work!!"
+26
Serving Augusta, ME and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Did a great job. Built mailbox stand with an excellent custom flair. Built for strength. Texted and came right away. The message transition to know who was talking to me was confusing at first. DP was also not sure who it was initially."
+12
Serving Augusta, ME and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2013
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"reliable and very thorough in their work."
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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