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Ned's Home & Lawn Maintenance
5.0(
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Serving Big Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ned did a great job! We needed all the hinges on our kitchen cabinets replaced. He found the proper hinges and installed all 28 in the afternoon. He arrived on time and was very pleasant to have around and knowledgeable about the job. He is multi talented, fairly priced, and left the area tidy when he was done. We decided to hire him for some additional jobs we needed done! Great guy!"
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Lawn Care

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Prestige Home Improvement Group LLC
5.0(
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Serving Big Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Amazing company very versatile! They can do anything and everything you need ! I literally couldn?t believe they are a one stop shop ! Had my whole house repainted and they did an amazing job ! Great color and quality no trim painted no drips on the floor no ceiling bumps real professional finish couldn?t believe it since they aren?t a painting company but they have the experience and way better quality and skills then most company?s I?ve hired in the past!, I would use them in the future they are my top choice!"
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Andrizo Builders, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Big Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"If youâ re looking for quality, fair & honest home improvement, I highly recommend Andrizo Builders, LLC. I wanted a screen door installed where there had never been one as well as gutters installed along my front porch. Steve with Andrizo Builders, LLC came out and gave me an estimate. He ordered the door I requested and installed it & the gutters in a very timely manner. He did a great job, was fair and very pleasant to work with."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Premier Roofing & Exteriors LLC
5.0(
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Serving Big Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I loved it because they kept me informed with everything. They kept me so much in the loop, which I have never had before. They are on the spot with everything."
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FAQs for painting projects in Big Rapids, 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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