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On The Side Painting
5.0(
7
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Serving Bay City, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired to paint parents bathroom in their home and their whole interior rental home Did a good clean job and fastly didn't get paint all over floors or other areas not being painted. Came with his own equipment. Can tell has much experience. Parents were very satisfied and wants to hire him again to paint their large living room"
Painting - Interior Project
Response time3 days
Response rate88%
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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QSP Painting and Remodeling
5.0(
3
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Serving Bay City, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired Matt to help replace some drywall that had to be removed due to a leak. He was able to install the drywall and paint it within the agreed upon timeframe. His work was clean, fast, and he was a pleasure to work with. He was honest with his pricing and takes great attention to detail with all of his jobs, no matter how big or small."
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Clubhouse re-paint
Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bill Hall Interior Finishing
5.0(
4
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Serving Bay City, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Bill was very thorough when prepping to paint. He was very dependable, courteous and I'm well satisfied with him and the work he did. I would hire him again and recommend him to anyone."
Response time1 day
Response rate92%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Simple Fix Repair & Remodeling LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Bay City, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tyler and his crew have done multiple projects for our house, including a new roof, repairing drywall from a water leak, and replacing siding and soffit. They always treated us fairly, promptly and with respect. Tyler gave us a fair quote and was quick to finish all of the projects. He was awesome. Thanks Tyler."
Dental Office Addition
Dental Office Addition
Dental Office Addition
Dental Office Addition
Dental Office Addition

+80

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Brian Schenburn Painting
5.0(
1
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Serving Bay City, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"This my first review so here goes,he was very polite,kept me updated before coming to do job.He had his son's helping him,they taped and covered everything and did a great job and did a great clean up,they offered to help replace furniture to the room placement. They were very freindly,and polite I felt comfortable with them In my home enjoyed visiting with them as they worked.i would rate them a5 star and will definitely use them for other work.I hope this review gets them lots more work.thanks"
Blue house
Log home project
Log home project
Log home project
Log home project

+66

Response time8 hrs
Response rate92%
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FAQs for painting projects in Bay City, 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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