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W. R. painting
5.0(
15
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsMetal Roofing - PaintExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+18 more

Serving California, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We highly recommend W.R. Painting! We hired them to paint our Shed, and our Decks, as well to replace some rotten wood on our Shed. Their attention to detail was terrific. Customer service was excellent, and their workmanship was top notch. They were a little pricey, but well worth the dollars spent. Thank you, W.R. Painting for a job well done!"
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+4

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Blue Chip Painting
5.0(
14
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+18 more

Serving California, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Everything was great! Ralph did an excellent job painting my walls & ceiling. They look all refreshed. He was very neat & clean during the process making sure there was no paint on anything that it wasn’t supposed to be. Very courteous & job was completed in a timely manner. Would recommend!"
Interior Painting Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Interior Painting Project

+14

Response time9 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by57%of homeowners
V&V Painting
5.0(
8
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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+3 more

Serving California, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company is the absolute best. I will use them again as needed and refer them to everyone I know. Mike, the owner is an artist with a roller. He runs his company the way it's supposed to be. He is experienced, neat, respectful and kind. Did I mention an excellent painter? Hire him and I guarantee you will not be disappointed in any way. It is hard to find a painter that is a perfectionist. I'm grateful that I did."
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Five Star Painting of Erlanger
4.9(
8
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessInterior Surfaces - Paint or Stain- For Business

Serving California, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The Five Star team went above and beyond what I expected. I expected a great paint job but the house now looks ten years younger. Very professional customer service and painting team. I could not be happier. Arrived exactly when they said they would and an excellent price for the quality of work performed."
Five Star
Five Star
Five Star
Five Star
Five Star

+5

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Paint EZ of Cinicinnati
5.0(
7
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving California, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Michaels team were great and easy to work with. They showed up when they said they would and tackled our wall and cabinet painting, it looks fantastic. Low stress team, would recommend!"
Half Bath Wallpaper
Half Bath Wallpaper
Bath Wallpaper
Bath Wallpaper
Bath Wallpaper

+30

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Just Rollin' Painting Services LLC
3.6(
11
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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+1 more

Serving California, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great crew made the project almost fun as fun can be painting your interior all professional and easy to work with after my last minute decision to change a few colors. Team leader and I believe may be owner Alec very knowledgeable and helpful on my decisions. Would absolutely recommend"
Response time2 days
Response rate94%
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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GM Remodeling
5.0(
13
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+1 more

Serving California, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend GM Remodeling! They were professional from start to finish, responded quickly, and were very reasonably priced. The quality of their work was excellent, and everything turned out great. It’s not always easy to find someone who is responsive, reliable, does excellent work, and charges a fair price, but GM Remodeling checked all the boxes. I will definitely use them again for future projects!"
Deck build
Deck build
Deck build
Deck build
Roof awning and deck

+32

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by30%of homeowners
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The Mobile Arc LLC
5.0(
17
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving California, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kyle and his team replaced my large front porch wrought iron railing with a difficult ornamental design on time and below budget. Their attention to detail and making sure it was perfect was refreshing"
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Custom railing
Custom railing
Custom Railing Install
Finished product

+2

Response time2 hrs
Response rate93%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for painting projects in California, KY

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.

The California, KY homeowners’ guide to painting services

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