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Marty's Painting & Cleaning Services
4.5(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Clare, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Marty's team came in and did really great job with the painting and tiling and minor cosmetic areas. Great communication between Marty and his team. Would definitely recommend them and would definitely use them for any future jobs."
White Glazed Cabinets finished
Modern Blue Gray Interior
Front Door
St. Charles Job
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Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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T Win Services
5.0(
2
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Clare, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

""Highly recommend T win Services! They were incredibly efficient, fast, and did a fantastic job. Truly very good at what they do—I couldn't be happier with their work. Will definitely use them again!""
Small Bathroom Remodel
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AMN Services
New to Angi
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small+2 more

Serving Clare, IL and surrounding areas

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When I started to practice this job. I didn’t realize the help I was giving to our boss and to the home or apartment that we were working on. To know that one day someone was going to go live there. Know every time I help a costumer I do realize that with my hard work I can achieve making somebody happy. That’s my goal in life.

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Handy Hands
New to Angi
Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+18 more

Serving Clare, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Hi neighbor! My name is Ryan, and I’ve been working as a handyman for the past 5 years, building on a wide range of hands-on experience along the way. I take pride in delivering quality work and making sure every job is completed the right way—no shortcuts, no loose ends.\nWhen you invite someone into your home, trust matters. I focus on clear communication, attention to detail, and making sure your vision is fully brought to life. No task is left unfinished, and no concern goes unaddressed.

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Mr Fix It
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+7 more

Serving Clare, IL and surrounding areas

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Handyman Services – Professional Summary\n\nI am a reliable, hardworking handyman and proud small Christian business owner committed to quality workmanship and honest service. I have experience with drywall repair, interior and exterior painting, staining, LVP and LVT flooring installation, deck building and repairs, pergola construction, and general home improvements. I take pride in paying attention to detail, keeping my work area clean, communicating clearly, and showing up when I say I will. I believe in treating every customer and their home with respect, honesty, and integrity. My goal is to do the job right the first time and provide dependable service that customers can trust.\n\nReliable. Honest. Hardworking. Quality You Can Count On.

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Elite Finishes
4.8(
218
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+18 more

Serving Clare, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am 100% satisfied with Elite Painting and would recommend them to anyone who is a stickler for details. They made our nearly 50 year old walls look like new. They tweaked the color I selected to make it work in our space which was tricky because of the way light affected the space. I also appreciated their responsiveness to getting the work done within the timeframe I needed. I've hired several painting companies over the years but Elite stands out from the rest for being masters of their craft, professional, and courteous."
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FAQs for painting projects in Clare, IL

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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