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Spiros Painting
4.7(
71
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+18 more

Serving Bel Air, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The management and staff at Spiros Painting were 100% professional from beginning to end. They responded immediately to my request for an estimate. They had someone come out to look at the project site the next day. I had called another painting company who told me that they could not provide an estimate unless I assured them that I would sign a contract within 30 days. Spiros made no such stipulation. Spiros began the work about a week after I accepted their proposal. This was partly to accommodate own my schedule; they could have started earlier. The rear wall of the house is difficult to access, but Spiros was able to deal with the situation without bringing in any special equipment. They scraped and patched the wall thoroughly. I have had experiences with painters in the past whose scraping amounted to a light rubdown. Spiros was very conscientious about removing ALL of the peeling paint. The company was patient with me when I changed my mind a couple of times before the work started, about the color I wanted. The work was finished in two days, partly because it was interrupted by rain. The company cleaned up thoroughly after the job was done. I'm very pleased with the work and the workmanship."
Exterior Painting
Exterior Painting
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
Perfect Painters
4.5(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallMetal Roofing - PaintExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+18 more

Serving Bel Air, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently quoted out the painting of our front hallway (includes vaulted ceiling) to 4 different vendors. We chose Perfect Painters because they offered the same level of service (and paint quality) as the other three, but were the most competitively priced (two of the other vendors over-quoted us for a very straightforward project - walls were in great shape: it was just a refresh paint job on the upper walls above the chair rails and molding. One was $1,100 more expensive than Perfect Painters!). When I told these vendors that they had lost the bid due to pricing, both suggested that they were "very comfortable" with the prices they quoted us and suggested that we might be getting a lower quality job from Perfect Painters. I can assure you that was not the case - the team arrived on time and quickly got to work covering the area in tape and plastic. The team of three expanded to 4 or 5 in the afternoon to complete the job in about 6 hours (2 coats on walls, ceiling and crown molding). They did an excellent job and left the space as they found it. I have no hesitation in recommending them and will use them again for my next painting job. Beware of other vendors out there who will jack up the price and try to justify it by suggesting that the job is complicated by elevation (the ceiling is about 19 feet high at the highest point - its called a ladder!, or the fact that they have to tape the banister!) Next time, I won't waste my time and simply have Perfect Painters do the job for me. They are honest and straightforward and the crew who did the job were very friendly and efficient."
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Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Pro's Touch Painting and Restoration
5.0(
45
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsPainting or Staining - Small Projects - For Business

Serving Bel Air, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I would highly recommend Chris and his team! They were thorough in their attention to making repairs, and neat and precise in their painting. The work they did on repairing all the problems in our sunroom was unbelievable!! I will definitely hire them again and would recommend them to friends and family!!"
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+118

Response time2 hrs
Response rate97%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
DCM Custom Painting, LLC
4.9(
64
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+7 more

Serving Bel Air, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent customer service. Excellent painting work. Had our original oak stair railing and banisters sanded and painted Also had our bedroom and bathroom painted. Very happy with the quality of painting."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Marathon Painting & Staining
4.6(
57
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+5 more

Serving Bel Air, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very punctual to come out for a quote. Put us on the schedule within a week! Started right away and went above and beyond to make the paint look absolutely fantastic! Id use Marathon again in a heartbeat!!!!"
Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Rafferty Coatings
4.3(
173
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Metal Roofing - PaintMetal Roofing - Paint- For Business

Serving Bel Air, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mr Rafferty went beyond expectations. He power washed my house, sanded and painted all wood trim on the house, and repaired then painted dry wall inside my house. Mr Rafferty was punctual and he cleaned up his work area before he left. I’d highly recommend Mr Rafferty for hoo ooo me improves."
Loghtning Protection
Response time2 days
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Maryland Pro Wash DBA MPW Painting
4.1(
162
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+8 more

Serving Bel Air, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"I recently hired them for painting the walls in 3 rooms in my new home, and I am very satisfied with the exceptional service they provided. Not only were they affordably priced and adhered to their initial estimate, but they also accommodated my tight schedule, completing the project on the only day I could spare. The quality of their work exceeded my expectations, showcasing their expertise and attention to detail. Communication was seamless, with prompt and responsive interactions whenever I reached out. Additionally, they left my home perfectly clean, reflecting their commitment to professionalism. I highly recommend this painter for anyone seeking top-notch service and outstanding results, and may hire them again for other rooms in my home!"
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Bel Air, MD

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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