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Marioni Custom Painting
4.7(
250
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Serving Cape May, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am very pleased we found Marioni painting. The price was competitive, they were very flexible with scheduling, and showed up on time. They painted a small bedroom, closet doors, trim and ceilings in ½ day. They had clean lines & were tidy workers not a single paint drip on my floors."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Christopher J. Gill Painting, LLC
4.7(
12
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Serving Cape May, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We have used Chris for many years now to maintain our shore house, including power washing, exterior and interior pricing. His work is high quality, his prices are reasonable, and he is extremely responsive and reliable (which is tough to find in Cape May!). He is very professional, and has no problem picking up the paint brush himself. We really enjoy working with him and highly recommend him."
Striped Wall
Wood Beams
Painted Beams and Ceiling
80's White Wash
Painted Cabinet

+48

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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ZZeo's Home Renovations
4.9(
121
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Serving Cape May, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Angel and his team were all about Quality of all drywall , paint , floors, backsplash , and bathroom was excellent."
Response time6 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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WD Family, LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Cape May, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We recently hired Family Paint and Drywall to complete some painting and drywall work in our basement. Kevin, the owner, was easy to communicate with and provided pricing quickly after our first meeting. The crew was friendly, tidy and professional. They completed the job a day early and left our house as clean as they found it. We are so happy with the finished product and we will be using them again!"
Kitchen
Dining Room
Basement
Dining
Kitchen

+2

Response time7 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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AARON BLAKE COMMERCIAL ROOFING & CONSTRUCTION LLC
5.0(
20
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Serving Cape May, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We work for a small family owned business in Port Reading NJ. Dave and his team are here the same day and very professional. His teams work is of the highest quality and always done in a timely manner. We definitely recommend Aaron Blake Commercial!!!"
Seam repair
Parapet wall repairs and block repair
Flat roof repairs
Silicone roof coating
Metal roofing

+16

Response time3 days
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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RG3C, LLC
4.9(
18
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Serving Cape May, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very please came on time work was exceptional. Worked very neatly and clean . Will hire fr my next job"
Trek landing and steps
Handymen Project
Trek landing and steps
Trek landing and steps
Trek landing and steps

+31

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by38%of homeowners
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Home Techs, LLC
5.0(
26
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Serving Cape May, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Joe has been very reliable and thorough in making sure we are happy with his work. He has renovated the entire interior of our home including breaking down walls, building staircases, detailed carpentry work, built a new shed, a new roof, painting and even some exterior projects. We are very happy with his work and continue to use him for upcoming projects."
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FAQs for painting projects in Cape May, NJ

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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