Serving Cape Neddick, ME and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"On time. Men did excellent prep work which is so important in painting."
+187
Serving Cape Neddick, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2005
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"We reviewed everyone on Yelp and Angie's List and got quotes from a half dozen companies for painting our home's exterior. Lenzen Contracting was the best price while also providing the most impressive estimate. They were the only company to present their business license and proof of insurance. They were the only company to provide a five year warranty to their work. Shaun is the owner, and he completed the estimate in a very detailed fashion. Where other companies wanted to charge extra for side gates or balcony railings, he included all of it. His son Rex was the contact through the process. His communication was prompt, detailed, and outstanding. He made three separate trips out to our house just to show us different paint options. When the process was slowed by weather, he was quite apologetic, even though he had no control over that. Throughout the painting, he made regular inquiries to ensure that everything was to our liking. Jose and Joseph took care of the painting, and they are true craftsmen. Positive, friendly, and efficient, they arrived early and worked late. Their attention to detail was impressive. We are extremely happy with the end result and highly recommend you use them."
+30
Serving Cape Neddick, ME and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"I am overly pleased with the work from Riverside Painting!!!! They showed up exact as I was told!! The painting is flawless!!!"
Serving Cape Neddick, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"We would highly recommend Jordan. The quality results for our exterior painting job, aa well as the thorough completion of the job, are reasons to hire this company."
+61
Serving Cape Neddick, ME and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
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Offers commercial services
"Ben and Afterwalls Painting were phenomenal to work with! We hired them to do a light restoration and stain on our deck. Ben was courteous, efficient, left his work site clean and tidy, and did an awesome job! If you’re looking for a fair, honest, quality local contractor to do finishing work, I highly recommend Ben and Afterwalls Painting! 100/100 A+++"
+7
Serving Cape Neddick, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2010
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Warranties offered
"The northern Ridge team did a great job painting the exterior of our home. The work was top notch and the onsite team was very efficient and helpful. They cleaned after the work was complete you would never know they were their except for the great paint job. Thanks for the professional experience. David & Michelle Groveland MA"
+79
Serving Cape Neddick, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
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Credit card accepted
"Wellington helped bring a new life to our main bedroom. The 4 decade old window trim looks fresh from the factory and his attention to detail is peerless. Best of all, he did it all in one day! Thanks again"
+12
Serving Cape Neddick, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 1995
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Great job! Did the job as scheduled. Great results!"
+1
Serving Cape Neddick, ME and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2013
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Steve contacted us Wednesday and Came over Friday @8am as promised to paint the walls in our kitchen which hadn't been painted since our house was built. He bought the paint and was ready to go. He didn't have to tape; he was that good. He had to put three coats on as the walls were that old and never been painted. He did a great job and would highly recommend him. I will not do any painting without him."
+5
Serving Cape Neddick, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Big Alâ s Painting was very professional. We had the inside of our new 3 car garage painted. Primer and paint including ceilings. Everything was covered that we did not want paint on and They cleaned up when they left. I would highly recommend."
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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