Serving Cataumet, MA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2018
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Warranties offered
"Chris and team did a great job painting about 2000 square feet of our home this spring. They were conscientious and diligent, especially in the daunting task of covering up poorly stained doors, window sashes and baseboard heaters as well."
+305
Serving Cataumet, MA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1997
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Emergency services offered
"Schmidt Painting is high quality painting company that I would HIGHLY recomend. Derrick and his crew painted the inside of my house from top to bottom. They have excellent workmanship and were on time everyday. Putting in long hours to make sure the job was done perfectly. We were extermely happy with their skill and their attention to detail. I would defintely recommend Schmidt Painting and would absolutely use them again. 10 + job. If your looking for a painting company look no more.... HIRE Schmidt Painting. You will be happy that you did!!!!"
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Serving Cataumet, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2002
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Small jobs welcome
"Al and his crew did a great job painting the exterior of our house. We would definitely hire him again."
Serving Cataumet, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2014
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Credit card accepted
"BRAVO !!! I am thrilled with the beautiful painting job done by Regal Custom Painting at my home in Pocasset (Cape Cod) MA. The two Regal painters were courteous, careful to keep my gate closed, were pleasant, and did a PROFESSIONAL JOB for me. I had peeling paint on the windowsills ... metal baseboard registers that were showing their age, etc. Emerson, the owner, explained the process to paint the ceiling, walls, doors, and windows, baseboards ... using primer, sanding, etc. Additionally, I had newly installed flooring ... of course, one should have the painting done first ... then new floors installed, but I had to grab the floor installation date or wait until later in the Summer Not a problem, said Emerson, and sure enough, my new floors did not have any paint transfer to them while the baseboards were painted. I will be calling to have my Shed stained by Regal next! Highly recommend! Beautiful job using Ben Moore quality paint."
Serving Cataumet, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
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Customers say: Terrific value
"FCL Painting did an excellent job. Felipe answered my emails when I had additional questions. His crew is hard working. I had walls and ceilings done and they look brand new. They showed up on time, cleaned everything at the end of each day and were just a pleasure to work with."
Serving Cataumet, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2009
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Warranties offered
"Great up front quote. Didn't like how they only wanted to due 1 coat of trim paint and not 2."
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Serving Cataumet, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2010
Free estimates
Customers say: Quality work
"They were meticulous about their workmanship in both painting & carpentry. They were also punctual, neat and friendly..They even helped investigate a problem that the cupola on my roof had with leakage. They were a pleasure to work with. In fact, I plan to hire them soon for yet another project painting and repairing my storage shed."
+17
Serving Cataumet, MA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1999
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Proud Painters did an exceptional job. Came to our house as scheduled and completed the work required. After the power washing was completed we walked around the property to assure everything was done correctly. I highly recommend this company."
+455
Serving Cataumet, MA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Hired many painting and carpentry contractors over decades for exterior painting/deck and siding repair and deck staining and no one as performed better than Vinny and Giscelle. Why? Fair quote beating any competition on price and work detail and then in performance, executing daily on time as promised in the contract, communicating as needed on any new items arising. Excellent quality in carpentry repairs, painting prep and within the lines neat painting. Would recommend them to family and friends without hesitation. Pleasant professional people. M &D"
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Serving Cataumet, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2012
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Warranties offered
"Very professional workers. I am very pleased with theirwork. PAinted my outside trim and stained the deck. Thank you all who recommended them on Home Advisor."
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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