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Eco-Clean Painting
5.0(
7
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Serving Cayucos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Eco-Clean Painting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business

Response time11 hrs
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Brushworks Painting
3.9(
74
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Serving Cayucos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Brushworks did a wonderful job painting the exterior of my house and staining the pergola. Top notch communication, very professional painters, did a great job. The house looks gorgeous! They touched up additional areas as needed and removed an old direct TV dish. Overall, very pleased with my experience."
Response time1 day
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Rogall + Co
5.0(
32
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Serving Cayucos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"When I noticed peeling paint and some soft spots around our trim, I figured it would turn into a big headache. The crew from Rogall + Co. showed up on time, explained everything clearly, and fixed the problem the right way. They even helped match the paint perfectly. It feels good knowing my home is protected again."
Decking Detail
Deck Close-Up
Decking Detail
Deck with Railing
Deck & Cable Railing

+2

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
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Sunset Painting
5.0(
5
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Serving Cayucos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"So much detail in the proposal, bid - did a great job explaining and setting expectations. Beautiful work, I am so happy that I found Sunset Painting"
Beach house
Drive way
Entry way
Bathroom
New room

+7

Response time1 hour
Response rate95%
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Pacific Edge Painting
5.0(
3
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Serving Cayucos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company was great from the initial email to the final inspection of their work. Juan was flexible with my last minute date change and completed the job in the time he stated."
Power washing
Power washing
Power washing
Power washing
Power washing

+11

Response time40 mins
Response rate97%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Slo Cal Painting
5.0(
2
)

Serving Cayucos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I will ALWAYS use John to make my commercial units sparkle! He is reliable, superior work ethic, someone I can always count on for every painting job I have. If you hire John you will have no problems!"
Templeton - Rodgers
Rodgers
Rodgers
Cabinet Refinish
Cabinet Refinish

+11

Response time10 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Taylor's Painting Company
5.0(
1
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Serving Cayucos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Mark came out to give us an estimate on the exterior of our house he responded quickly and answered all of our questions we felt comfortable with him. They did a great job I'm very happy with the results! They are reasonable compared to others. Would definitely hire again. Thanks again Taylor's Painting"
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J&L Painting
4.8(
6
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Serving Cayucos, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had Jose and his crew do two painting jobs for me, the interior of my home and an exterior block wall. They did a great job, very thorough, very neat. They arrived on time, worked hard and left a very clean space when they were done. I would hire them again!"
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Cayucos, CA

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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