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Avatar for S&H Painting
S&H Painting
4.9(
36
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small+5 more

Serving Bristol, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"Scott and his crew were punctual, courteous, professional, and reasonably priced. Most importantly, they created beautifully painted walls inside our home! I recommend them with the highest rating possible and will continue to use them for all my painting jobs."
Hallway 2
Master Bedroom 3
Master Bedroom 2
Dining Room 3
Kitchen 2

+46

Response time5 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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J&S Painting
New to Angi
Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Bristol, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

J&S Painting is a 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

Eagle Painters
New to Angi
Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+4 more

Serving Bristol, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

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CC’s Painting
New to Angi
Exterior or Interior Surfaces - Paint Removal

Serving Bristol, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

A leading construction company in (LOCATION) focuses on providing optimum quality in various construction services. We take great pride in our work as we have during our () years in business. Thus, you can rest assured, that no matter what construction project we handle, we will be giving nothing but highly professional and expert works. Our galleries—collections of photos from previous construction projects—can attest to the amount of time, thought, and effort that we put into the services we provide.\n\n\n \n\n\nOf course, while we strive to provide the most beautiful designs and outcomes, we understand that price is one of the most important deciding factors for clients. That is why we offer the fairest prices for our best quality works. Call today for your free estimate!

Exterior
Shed exterior
Shed exterior
Exterior eaves
Kitchen

+2

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All Things Home
New to Angi
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+3 more

Serving Bristol, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

All Things Home is a licensed, insured, and professional company with over 20 years experience in providing quality home improvements. We work directly with our clients to ensure that they are completely satisfied with all of our services.

Roofing
Metal Roofing
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Fallon Remodeling Inc.
New to Angi
Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+3 more

Serving Bristol, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

Our goal is to complete your project in a timely and professional manner that will encourage you to recommend us to others ! We provide a clear written estimate beforehand. We'll take daily photos of our work and upload them to an online tool you have access to, making a record of our work. Our focus is using our own full time company employees, not subcontracting your project out to others, as so many do. We are a veteran owned and operated company (16 years military service). We have a Tennessee BC-A general contractor license, the top tier in the state (and only level requiring passing multiple state exams.) Always verify your contractor has a valid state license at http://verify.tn.gov/\n

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FAQs for painting projects in Bristol, TN

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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