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Cerasaro's Painting & Home Repair
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Serving Corning, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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

Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Eye Spy Grime Powerwash and Paint
4.8(
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Serving Corning, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Eye Spy Grime Powerwash and Paint power washed my house. David Rinker, the owner, is eager to do the job right. He listens to the customer and goes out of his way to accommodate requests. He s prompt. His equipment is new and powerful. David is respectful and pleasant. I would definitely recommend his services to others."
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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JMB Painting
4.6(
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Serving Corning, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jared and his team were fantastic! They were easy to get ahold of and scheduled our project quickly. They did a beautiful job repairing drywall and painting. We would absolutely use JMB again!"
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Response time10 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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B&B Painting
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Serving Corning, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Nate completed an amazing job on our 60 year old home. From the estimate to end all aspects were were handled with professionalism. His prep work before painting was extremely thorough. Communication was great and our home looks great. I highly recommend B&B Painting."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sway Painting, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Corning, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"excellent paint job! They showed up on time and ready to work. Exceeded my expectations as far as getting the job done in a timely manner. Quality work. I would highly recommend them."
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Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Eye Spy Grime Powerwash and Paint
4.8(
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Serving Corning, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eye Spy Grime Powerwash and Paint power washed my house. David Rinker, the owner, is eager to do the job right. He listens to the customer and goes out of his way to accommodate requests. He s prompt. His equipment is new and powerful. David is respectful and pleasant. I would definitely recommend his services to others."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Corning, NY

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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