Serving Barrington, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
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Emergency services offered
"Adam came the day after I called him and did a terrific, quality, job staining our pergola. While there he also kindly painted our bar supports at no extra costs! We highly recommend Adam and will use him for other projects in the future."
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Serving Barrington, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2001
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Emergency services offered
"Working with Dennis was fantastic. Scheduling the work was easy. He came to my house. Did the prep the painting and the cleanup. It was very professional. I will use him again. He also gave me great advice that I valued and I am thrilled with."
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Serving Barrington, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 1996
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"Ryan and Bobby were very professional, but also personable and have a great rapport with each other which carries over to the customer. Their banter made them fun to be around as I work from home. RES made recommendations for complimentary color schemes and easily accommodated a few of our last-minute changes which included repainting an accent wall. Highly recommended."
Serving Barrington, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2013
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"Steve contacted us Wednesday and Came over Friday @8am as promised to paint the walls in our kitchen which hadn't been painted since our house was built. He bought the paint and was ready to go. He didn't have to tape; he was that good. He had to put three coats on as the walls were that old and never been painted. He did a great job and would highly recommend him. I will not do any painting without him."
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Serving Barrington, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
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Small jobs welcome
"Big Alâ s Painting was very professional. We had the inside of our new 3 car garage painted. Primer and paint including ceilings. Everything was covered that we did not want paint on and They cleaned up when they left. I would highly recommend."
Serving Barrington, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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Customers say: Quick response
"Quick response, timely and great work"
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Serving Barrington, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2019
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"Popcorn removal came out great. New painted ceilings and walls look brand new. Very clean and kept dust from all the popcorn removal to minimum. Would definitely use again and recommend"
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Serving Barrington, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2002
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"Pete and Chris have a focus on quality that is hard to find. I now have a beautiful custom made shower and upgraded two rooms with perfect paint jobs. Very pleased with the results and will continue to use Advantage on future projects."
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Serving Barrington, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2002
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"Doug is prompt, does a great job, reliable, and an overall great contractor"
Serving Barrington, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
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Small jobs welcome
leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!\n
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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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