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Gibbs Painting
4.8(
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Serving Cobb Island, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great, had my deck stained and house power washed, money well spent. Scott and his team have also painted inside my house and repaired a stair handrail and it was completed with great quality and a fair price."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Mendez Painting Services LLC
4.5(
317
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Serving Cobb Island, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My experience has been excellent. Mendez Painting Services LLC painted the whole house outside. Replace a lot of wood that had rotted, restore all the ceilings, and paint it. Replace some of the wood in the windows that were broken and paint all the windows"
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+83

Response time2 days
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Rafferty Coatings
4.3(
173
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Serving Cobb Island, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mr Rafferty went beyond expectations. He power washed my house, sanded and painted all wood trim on the house, and repaired then painted dry wall inside my house. Mr Rafferty was punctual and he cleaned up his work area before he left. I’d highly recommend Mr Rafferty for hoo ooo me improves."
Loghtning Protection
Response time2 days
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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CG Custom Painting
4.4(
7
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Serving Cobb Island, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Charles was very easygoing and easy to work with. The job was completed, within cost, as scheduled and requested. Very reasonable pricing with great results. I have several smaller projects, and CG Custom Painting has earned my business for future painting needs."
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+5

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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EMZ Painting LLC
5.0(
9
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Serving Cobb Island, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Efrain did a wonderful job painting our bedroom as well as our large kitchen. He also did some drywall patching and painting. We plan to have him paint our garage as well. What he charges is very reasonable, he is always on time and is a very easy going guy to work with."
Front Door Painting
Front Door Painting
Deck before Power washing or Staining
Deck after Power Washing
Deck after Power Washing and Stain

+20

Response time4 hrs
Response rate94%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Vet-Run & Son Home Services
4.7(
45
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Serving Cobb Island, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John and son did a great job of leveling, refurbishing, adding a doorway overhang and painting the shed. They worked without any breaks and finished ahead of schedule. I will be contacting them again for additional work."
Home improvement, from inside jobs to outside work we’ll always find a way
Removal of old grass and new grass installed
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Home improvement, from inside jobs to outside work we’ll always find a way
Removal of old grass and new grass installed

+107

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by67%of homeowners
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Omar's General Contracting
4.1(
196
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Serving Cobb Island, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I contacted Omar about a job to repair a section of drywall in a kitchen that was damaged by a bathroom leak, and then to paint the entire kitchen ceiling after the repair. After taking a look at some emailed photos of the area, Omar provided a fair estimate - less than the most expensive estimate I got, but more than an estimate from another handyman. Omar was very responsive in providing the estimate within 24 hours, and also was able to start the job within 1-2 days after agreeing on the estimate. On the day, one of Omar's crew members, Benevicio(?), showed up on time, confirmed what needed to be done, and then began covering all of the areas with tape and plastic protection from dust and painting, as well as covering the floors between the front door and the repair area with drop cloths. He did what was needed to repair the sheetrock, and then painted the entire kitchen ceiling with the paint that I provided. He was careful to avoid contact with the walls, since we discussed that I didn't have paint to repaint the walls, only the ceiling. As other reviewers have mentioned, B. took care to protect the areas from dust and paint - covering all the walls, sealing off the open kitchen with a plastic divider, covering the floors, and wearing shoe covers - which I certainly appreciated. And, he was conscientious about clean-up after the job, to try to leave the work site as he found it. The job he did with the drywall repair and painting was also top-notch. I've had a number of sheetrock repairs done in our home, and this was one of the more flawless repairs - it's almost impossible to see the joints between the drywall patch and the original drywall, which is difficult to make happen. I appreciate the attention to detail and skill, so I won't hesitate to call Omar agin."
Basement Kitchen Renovation and Flooring
Custom made Basement Kitchen Built-ins and Painting
Basement Bedroom Built-ins
Before House Renovations
During Renovations

+15

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Cobb Island, MD

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 Cobb Island, MD homeowners’ guide to painting services

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