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Avatar for J.H Painting Services
J.H Painting Services
5.0(
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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 Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"J.H. Painting Services did great exterior work on my home this weekend. I had exterior siding and deck power washed, front door painted, and brick foundation painted. All work was done at a high level of quality and in a timely manner. Communication for planning each of the tasks easy and reliable. Contractor arrived on time. I highly recommend for power washing and paint jobs."
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by36%of homeowners
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Abbyart Decorative Painting
4.8(
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+10 more

Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It looks amazing. We wanted it to look like it had been painted white for years which we originally thought would require a glaze. It turned out that we didn't need the glaze so Mike reduced the cost of the job which was greatly appreciated. Mike was very easy to work with and very meticulous and professional. We would highly recommend him for unique painting projects."
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+8

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Spiros Painting
4.7(
71
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small+18 more

Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We would, will, hire Spiros painting again without hesitation. Their entire team was professional and friendly. They did an outstanding job on the painting, paying attention to details, like smoothing imperfections in the wall we we did not even notice. They were great at providing suggestions on paint colors when we asked their opinion. The kept the house neat and protected at all times, and cleaned up before they left for the day. Our house has very high and streep pitches that they maneuvered like pros. We could not be more pleased with the results and have received numerous compliments. We actually enjoyed our experience with working with them and highly recommend them."
Exterior Painting
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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Advancepro llc
5.0(
87
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+4 more

Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jose and his team were on time on the scheduled day. He made worthwhile suggestions which we accepted. He was done in two days as promised. Work was done professionally and looked beautiful when finished. Advance Pro is my painter of choice and my first call on all painting projects."
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+11

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A.W. Painting
4.9(
102
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+3 more

Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Project included oil based primer on walls and ceiling, followed by painting these surfaces the desired colors. A.W. painting responded quickly and did an outstanding job. The are careful and thorough in their work. The room was left spotlessly clean. I will engage them for other projects soon."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate87%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Perfect Painters
4.5(
77
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Metal Roofing - PaintExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+18 more

Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company is awesome! They painted my house inside and out flawlessly! They also installed gorgeous vinyl plank flooring and carpet. I can’t say enough about the quality of the work! Workers were great and very efficient. The only glitz was in communication and that was partially because I’m difficult to reach. Would definitely give them a high recommendation!"
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+16

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Miguel Team LLC.
5.0(
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+10 more

Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Miguel’s Team painting services was truly exceptional. We initially hired Miguel to paint our kitchen cabinets from their original wood stain to a dark forest green. Our cabinet colors came out great, and the service was reasonably priced.  Miguel’s Team did such an excellent job that we also hired them to repaint our entire house."
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Response time2 days
Response rate97%
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FAQs for painting projects in Columbia, 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.

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