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Uncle D Painting
5.0(
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Serving Cleveland Heights, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Derik and his crew did a great job on resurfacing our bedroom doors, hardware, and repainting them. They look better than I expected! They also restored our old, heavily painted stair risers and sideboards to prepare for a carpet runner. These, too exceeded my expectations. Uncle D’s price was fair and a lot of work went into this project. I would recommend Uncle D’s painting to anyone!"
Handymen Project
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Painting - Interior Project

+39

Response time2 days
Response rate92%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Desirable Painting and Floors
5.0(
87
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Serving Cleveland Heights, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The Desirable Painting team is just awesome:) They deliver top quality painting at a reasonable price and on time. I recommend them to anyone needing painting services. Thank you!"
 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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A&G Painting Plus
5.0(
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Serving Cleveland Heights, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Superb Solutions Paintings
4.5(
47
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Serving Cleveland Heights, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am 64 years old and the son of a painter and I myself have painted with my father for most of my life and know painting quite well....I'm no longer able to do the work myself and have had a lot of hacks in my house doing painting for me and had to send them all packing... until I saw james work!!!!Superb Solution rocks the house...this kid is knowledgeable and detail oriented and takes pride in his work....all I can say is he's awesome!"
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+915

Response time1 day
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
Actual Finish Carpenters
5.0(
45
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Serving Cleveland Heights, 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
51 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
DiFiore Quality Interiors, LLC
5.0(
18
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Serving Cleveland Heights, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Ben wallpapered our bathroom and did the most incredible job. Not only is the wallpaper hung PERFECTLY, he did the extra step of taking everything off the walls and putting it back up. We highly recommend and will 100% be using him for future projects. We can't thank you enough!!!! - Sarah & Nathan"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by55%of homeowners
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5D Painting
5.0(
4
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Serving Cleveland Heights, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

"I am extremely satisfied with the work completed by this painting company. From the initial estimate to the final walkthrough, the entire process was handled professionally. The crew was punctual, courteous, hardworking, and paid great attention to detail. They took the time to properly prepare the surfaces, protected surrounding areas, and left everything clean when the job was finished."
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FAQs for painting projects in Cleveland Heights, 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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