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Painting by Tibi Inc
4.9(
57
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Serving Cortez, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tibi and his team were awesome! We closed on our home and found out the sellers ripped all shelving out. We need the interior painted fast! Called Tibi on Tuesday last week and he started Friday and finished yesterday! Fast and professional! Would highly recommend them!"
Painting - Exterior Project
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+64

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Procoat&decorating
5.0(
11
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Serving Cortez, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The work was started on time and the work crews were very efficient and professional. Andrew, the owner, kept me well informed throughout the restoration process. I definitely recommend Pro Coat Painting & Decorating!"
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Elevate Home Solutions
5.0(
49
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Serving Cortez, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did a fabulous job painting my entire condo, installing baseboards and repairing drywall. Professional and efficient pros in painting, drywall, tile, etc."
Fully Tiled Shower
Luxury Bath Remodel
Shower and Tub
My Project
My Project

+24

Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Andy's Concept Painting
4.7(
29
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Serving Cortez, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Workman have great cheerful attitude. They ere always on time and went far and beyond just painting my home. Anything I asked was done with a smile. Quality work for a very fair price. Andyâ s Painting is a company you can trust . I just hired them again to paint a second home. Andy can be very.proud of his company."
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Exteriol Painting
Exteriol Painting
Interior Painting
Exteriol Painting

+7

Response time3 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Chemo's Home Improvement, LLC
5.0(
67
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Serving Cortez, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"With chemos Home improvement I was able to get my ceiling and walls painted and also my baseboards they did a awesome job the quality was very good strongly recommend chemos home improvement for any of your home projects."
Home improvement
Drywall
Drywall
Drywall
Drywall

+33

Response time4 hrs
Response rate98%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Degaetano Painting, Inc.
4.0(
28
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Serving Cortez, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"Ric has painted the interior of my home. He has always been polite, professional and extremely diligent. I recommend Ric DeGaetano Painters highly! Thank you!!"
Sarasota Townhouse
Sarasota Townhouse
Home Office
Barn Door
Dark Trim on Patio Doors

+20

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Spark Construction & Design
5.0(
42
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Serving Cortez, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Adam to do some painting in a room of our home. It came out amazing very nice polite and respectful great work on time went above and beyond our expectations!"
Wallpapering Project
Wallpapering Project
Wallpapering Project
Wallpapering Project
Wallpapering Project

+48

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Cortez, FL

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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