Top-rated painters.

Get matched with top painters in Columbus, IN

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 3 pros

Matching on HomeAdvisor

Share some details icon
Share some details about your home project.
Match with local pros icon
Within moments, match with highly-rated local pros.
Compare quotes icon
Compare quotes and choose the best pro for the job.

Find Painters in Columbus

Avatar for Jimdandi Painting
Jimdandi Painting
4.9(
101
)
Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+4 more

Serving Columbus, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Dan painted the entire interior of our house as part of a remodeling job. He worked around our schedule which was great and broke the job up into smaller projects which we appreciated. We couldn’t be more pleased with the finished project!"
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+14

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Danny's Pro Painters LLC
Danny's Pro Painters LLC
4.9(
693
)
Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+18 more

Serving Columbus, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Fabulous!!!! They took a lot of pride in work. A lot of detail paint on the riser. Over 30 vertical painting on the stair rail, 5-6 doors, a lot of hand trimming and walls. They just did a super job. Painting bedroom, stairway, stair-rail hallway and garage. Professional and nice. This is the second time I have used them."
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for F I S H Painting & Drywall
F I S H Painting & Drywall
4.9(
152
)
Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+18 more

Serving Columbus, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fish Painting & Drywall, especially owner Denny Morrison, was a pleasure to work with. They redid one of my properties' entire ceiling. Getting rid of the dated popcorn texturing and redid with a nice, modern finish and paint job. The job turned out great and I will definitely be going back to Fish for my future drywall & painting needs."
Built beams and painted ceiling and walls in bedroom
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+10

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for ABC Drywall and Painting Service
ABC Drywall and Painting Service
4.8(
64
)
Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms

Serving Columbus, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had some electrical work done that resulted in needed drywall repair (part of which was ceiling work). Victor was out the next day and did a fabulous job. He is very professional, cleaned up everything and was fairly priced. He came when he said he would and the drywall repair is awesome. You cannot tell there was any repair at all. We have now hired him for some painting work. I highly recommend."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+25

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Maynor Construction, LLC
Maynor Construction, LLC
4.3(
38
)
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+2 more

Serving Columbus, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Sunroom 2
Sunroom 1
Screened In Porch 1
Screened In Porch 2
Sunroom & Screened Porch

+41

Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
...
Showing 1-10 of 371

FAQs for painting projects in Columbus, IN

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 Columbus, IN homeowners’ guide to painting services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.