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Avatar for King of the Painters Inc
King of the Painters Inc
4.7(
78
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+18 more

Serving Chula Vista, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"For anyone who needs a recommendation. King of Painters!!! We live in a log home outside of Julian that has never been finished the way it should until now. The quality work, people, and professionalism are as outstanding as their final product."
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+12

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
ECO Painting
4.8(
96
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+9 more

Serving Chula Vista, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Raul is a true Professional, The other companies suggested to me are no competition to his company ECO Paint I wil use their services again.. Cost of project very reasonable pricing.. Highly recommend ..Job Well Done"
Custom Home
Going GREEN
re stucco
Going GREEN
re stucco

+1

Response time1 day
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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A&M Specialized Coatings, Inc.
4.9(
49
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Interior Surfaces - Paint or Stain- For BusinessPainting or Staining - Small Projects - For Business

Serving Chula Vista, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The exterior painting of our home turned out gorgeous and we plan to work with Isidro, Luis, and their crew for the interior. They were always great to work with from our first call all the way through to completing the finishing touches."
Response time2 days
Response rate97%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Anaya's Painting
Anaya's Painting
5.0(
10
)
Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Chula Vista, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jorge Anaya is very knowledgeable and professional. I had several problem rooms [latex paint over oil base peeling and badly stained walls and ceilings] and he had solutions. They showed up on time and were great with the cleanup. Also managed to finish ahead of schedule! The end result was much better than I had hoped for - looks like new! Finally an actual painter with a lot of experience. Very happy with the job."
Point Loma
Point Loma
Midas tire shop
old walls
East

+21

Response time4 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Precision Painting Plus
Precision Painting Plus
4.0(
1,227
)
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+14 more

Serving Chula Vista, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Precision Painting Plus arrived on time every day and went right to work. They were easy to work with and did everything I asked them. I had my house exterior painted and they did a wonderful job. I would recommend them to anyone who wants good quality painting done in a timely manner. I have received many compliments on the house since they painted it."
Interior Painting
Interior Painting
Interior Painting
Interior Painting
Interior Painting

+40

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Paintrite Painters
5.0(
6
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+3 more

Serving Chula Vista, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Paintrite Painting did a great job of painting our house. They patched the problem areas, replaced every thing they moved where it belonged, cleaned up every day before they left. Our house looks terrific."
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Chula Vista, 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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