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Avatar for RNL Painting & Design, LLC
RNL Painting & Design, LLC
4.9(
56
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Serving Chester, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Owner showed up on time for quote and for each day of painting (he did all of the work himself on our job) and did a great job on the timeline he had provided us. Excellent work, easy communication, excellent price, would definitely use again."
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+27

Response time1 day
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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EJ Painting
5.0(
23
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Serving Chester, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"EJ Painting; Eric was very professional. He is meticulous with painting as well as clean up. He did an outstanding job on making our house look new again. In addition, he is friendly and honest."
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+75

Response time6 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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ABC Fine Home Painting LLC
4.7(
61
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Serving Chester, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mark and his crew at ABC Fine Home Painting were very professional and provided quality service. Mark worked with us to provide an accurate estimate. Then he power washed our outbuildings' exteriors and came back later after drying to scrape, paint, and touchup. He clipped vines growing up the side of our structures (with permission) and removed weeds to ensure a thorough and quality paint job. The double barn, stable and additional building took three weeks from start to finish and they stayed all day everyday to ensure the job was done as quickly as possible. Should weather be a concern Mark was in constant contact regarding work schedules. The entire project was explained step by step and the suggested timeline was followed. We were so happy with his work we hired him immediately following to paint our kitchen. Again, the job was done very thoroughly and professionally. Mark asks after each job is completed to inspect the work and to find anything we'd like fixed before he's willing to accept payment. We will definitely use his company again."
Response time1 day
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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JT Lawler Inc
4.8(
130
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Serving Chester, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I would highly recommend JT Lawler Inc. for painting your house. We received immediate service from this professional company. The estimate was fair and prompt and the work was performed within the week. The painters were on time, worked diligently and finished the whole job in one day. They also cleaned after performing their service. Could not be happier."
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Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for RAP Painting & Pressure Washing
RAP Painting & Pressure Washing
5.0(
126
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Serving Chester, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rich and his team did a wonderful job. Everything they painted looks great. They were extremely pleasant and a joy to work with. I'd hire them again in a minute, and so should you."
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Wilber's Painting
4.7(
384
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Serving Chester, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I found consistently positive reviews and high ratings for Wilber's Painting. So, when I hired this company I had very very high expectations. They not only met those expectations, but they far exceeded them. Everyone from Danny (estimator/manger), to Melvin (project/team manager), to the hard working painting crew (consisting of Yimi, Donaldo and Victor) was courteous, professional and conscientious. The painting crew worked tirelessly (even through uncomfortably high temperatures). They meticulously, respectfully and quietly, prepped and painted the house and garage. They performed the highest quality and cleanest prepping, cutting and painting that I have witnessed. They protected the siding, windows, roofing, gutters and surrounding property, surfaces, plants and AC equipment. They thoroughly cleaned up at the end of each day and at the end of the project. AND... Wilber's Painting quoted, and honored one of the most competitively priced estimates (with no additional cost overruns). I will definitely hire these hardworking professionals in the future. I rarely write reviews like this. However, I rarely find a contractor as good as Wilber's Painting!"
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+30

Response time3 days
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Smart Choice Painting, LLC
4.5(
93
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Serving Chester, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Very happy with Smart Choice Painting. The quality of work was excellent and Isaias is very responsive and personable. I would not hesitate to use this company for future projects."
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+53

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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North Jersey Specialists Inc
4.9(
31
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Serving Chester, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Very happy with it. Rich, Sergio, and the crew are all great to work with and very easy to get along with as well. I found them on an Angie's List deal and I gave them more work than the coupon because I needed most of the house painted. It was well worth the cost as the walls look picture perfect. You can see all the time that was put in to smoothing out the walls and the fixing the kitchen cabinet that wasn't in the greatest shape (lots of gaps, doors were taken off, and everything was caulked and smoothed) and making it look like I just installed a new built-in. I even saw a couple of minor issues and Rich and Sergio were out there next day to fix them up. They have a perfectionist mentality. I would definitely hire again if I need the other rooms done."
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+11

Response time4 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Dorhos Management, LLC
4.8(
27
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Serving Chester, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Peter did a great job painting our rain damaged ceiling and walls in our living room, transforming it into a whole new living space. Because of his great work in our living room we hired him again to paint our deck. We are so pleased with all of his work so far that we will be contacting him in the future for additional projects on our home. He is trustworthy, gives fair prices, easy to contact and completes projects efficiently within the promised time. Highly recommend!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate99%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
J & E Painting and Power Washing, LLC
4.7(
79
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Serving Chester, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great work , the team was friendly, professional , meticulous, did a fantastic job. They did more than paint , they repaired deck boards , power washed ,sanded and then painted , the team was very neat and clean , great job highly recommend them"
Response time1 day
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Chester, 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.

The Chester, NJ homeowners’ guide to painting services

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