Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2002
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Emergency services offered
"Excellent Job! Painted the shutters and front door Replaced front porch columns Removed indoor/outdoor carpet and painted the porch."
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Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2008
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"Excellent from the detailed proposal to the complete cleanup. Derek and crew was professional, prepared, easy to work with, quick and quiet doing the ceiling repairs and fixing ceiling and wall stains, matching paint, and just excellent in all work. They moved the heavy China cabinet, covered all items with taping and plastic and drop cloths. They even shook out the drop cloths outside make certain they were clean."
+118
Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2003
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Emergency services offered
"I reached out originally just to get my porch beams repainted, but when MQ came out to complete an estimate they noticed rotting wood and provided a quote to rebuild the facade on the supports, finish and paint. The work they did was excellent. Considering that I didn't originally budget for a job of this size it was well worth the cost to have them do the work. I would hire them again."
+3
Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2003
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"ProVision did an excellent job of removing difficult wallpaper and painting in our en-suite bathroom. The paint color they helped us choos was perfect. They left the work area in spotless condition and left remaining paint availble for any future touch-ups."
+18
Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2013
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"Carlos and his team did a great job on painting my home. I needed to have 3 rooms painted which required having my furniture moved. Carlos’ team was very careful doing that. They arrived on time, were very neat and precise in painting the rooms, put the furniture back in place and cleaned up after they were done. Carlos and his team were very accommodating. I would highly recommend them."
+8
Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2010
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"Derek’s company did a fantastic job and were highly professional from beginning to end. We will definitely use Complete Painting and Restoration for all future painting projects."
+35
Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 1986
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"Angel showed up right on time. He painted 2 coats of paint in a bedroom for me. He did an excellent job and just took him apx 3 hours. That included running blowers to dry the first coat. He was very friendly and I would highly recommend him."
Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
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Customers say: True professional
"We chose ER Painting to paint my Mom's condo. We are completely happy with their work -- they were prompt, protected floors and furniture, were very detail-oriented, very skilled, and the place looks amazing! Efrain kept us informed every step of the way, and we're very happy with the end result!"
+12
Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2013
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Warranties offered
"They did a great job! The crew was very professional and tidy and were very meticulous in their painting."
+51
Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2000
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Emergency services offered
"I am very pleased with the work I received from High Quality Painting LLC."
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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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