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Spiros Painting
4.7(
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Serving Bel Air, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Spiro's Painting did a lovely job, and the porch now looks pristine and clean. Moreover, we no longer have to worry about the exposed wood on the posts and soffits as a result of peeling paint. There were a few hiccups with scheduling, but the team was efficient, tidy, and true to their word about the length of the job. I would definitely add our voice to so many others in recommending Spiro's Painting, and we'll certainly reach out to them in the future if we have other painting projects."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
Perfect Painters
4.4(
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Serving Bel Air, MD and surrounding areas

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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
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Pro's Touch Painting and Restoration
5.0(
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Serving Bel Air, MD and surrounding areas

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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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Response time2 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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J Painting & Home Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Bel Air, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"J painting painted the interior of my 2800 square-foot house with a finished basement. They did an excellent job high level of attention to detail. Did the job in only four days. I am very happy with the finished project. I will be thinking of them for my next house maintenance project."
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Response time1 day
Response rate94%
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Marathon Painting & Staining
4.6(
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Serving Bel Air, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Marathon painting is in my opinion the absolute best painting company in the business. Juan and Ricardo are outstanding painters with a keen eye for detail and perfection. They painted my entire first floor except for the dining room. They also painted the wall leading upstairs and the foyer at the top of the"
Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Maryland Pro Wash DBA MPW Painting
4.1(
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Serving Bel Air, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"They did a wonderful job for a very reasonable price. They were able to get started very quickly and finished the job in no time! All the guys on the job were extremely friendly and courteous! I plan on calling them the next time I need painting, power washing or a bathroom redone!"
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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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THEMELIOS BUILDERS, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Bel Air, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Themelios Builders did a fantastic job of painting of my foyer, stairs, and upstairs hallway. Their prices were great, they used quality paint, the quality of the work was really good, and they provided me with ideas on colors and how to paint certain areas. They also replaced the foyer chandelier. I highly recommend Themelios Builders and I will be using them again as well."
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by67%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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