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Pinpoint Painting & Renovation
5.0(
88
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Serving Cleveland, OH and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"All phases of work, from initial contact to work completion & cleanup, were performed in a professional manner. Painting quality exceeded expectations."
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+20

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Finish Concepts, LLC
4.8(
41
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Serving Cleveland, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"There were some spots that were missed but I had carpeting laid the day after the painting was complete and I talk to Doug the owner who said he would come out and touch up after the carpet was laid very nice gentleman they did a good job I would recommend them to anybody that needs painting done"
Interior Painting
Painting
interior
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+224

Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Desirable Painting and Floors
5.0(
87
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Serving Cleveland, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Waldina and his crew were professional, affordable, punctual, and did an excellent job painting the exterior of my parents home . Couldn't have asked for a better experience! I will definitely use them again for all our future painting jobs."
 Cabinet Refinishing
Deck Staining
Exterior Painting
Exterior Painting
Brick Staining

+13

Response time4 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by3%of homeowners
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Desatnik Decorating
4.8(
228
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Serving Cleveland, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Jeff Desatnik painted our living room, dining room and front hallway. We had difficult flaking paint on the ceilings of both major rooms and detailed areas that required trim repair and wallboard new work and repairs. Jeff is a superb craftsman and has the critical eye for detail and the excellent skill set to complete the job on time and on budget. We are extremely pleased with his workmanship and his ability to work in our home with minimal disruption. We highly recommend him!"
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+48

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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A&G Painting Plus
5.0(
12
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Serving Cleveland, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A&G painting was very respectful, on time, and completed the job perfectly. I would recommend this company to anyone that needs their house inside/outside painted."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Pinpoint Painting, LLC
4.4(
96
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Serving Cleveland, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Five star review from start to finish! We hired Pinpoint Painting to paint the exterior of our home and do some carpentry fixes. They were fast, responsive, respectful of our property, and very professional. Great customer services too. We are very pleased with Pinpoint Painting and highly recommend using them!"
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 Exterior Painting in Ohio City
 Exterior Painting in Ohio City
Exterior Painting
Exterior Painting

+21

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Actual Finish Carpenters
5.0(
45
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Serving Cleveland, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Michael repaired a 1 sq.ft section in my ceiling in the dinette. The ceiling was opened up purposely to gain access to determine what was causing a water stain on that part of the ceiling. The leak was found and now I had to repair the hole in the ceiling. That's when I hired Michael and I'm glad I did. He did an outstanding drywall repair on my ceiling. He fitted and installed the new drywall section, repairing the hole and sealing it all up. He then put the top coat on and finished it up by making the pattern match exactly to the rest of the ceiling. It then dried overnight and his painter did the entire ceiling the next day. There is no way to tell there was ever a hole in my ceiling once the paint dried. Thanks so much Michael for the excellent work you did."
Response time1 day
48 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Cleveland, OH

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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