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HPO Painting
4.9(
122
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Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had 2 bedrooms painted and they painting was completed in 2 days. The walls look great! All furniture was covered and patching was completed before painting began. All areas were completely cleaned up at the end of the day. We are very satisfied with the work. Eric and his crew were prompt, conscientious and demonstrated quality work. We would definitely recommend HPO Painting."
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project

+18

Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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MQ Painting
4.9(
87
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Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"MQ Painting was very professional in every aspect of the work they completed for us. They power washed every surface prior to painting. All surfaces were sanded or scraped as needed. Two coats of stain we applied to all surfaces. The garage doors were stripped, stained and varnished. The deck railings were completely replaced and painted on a very large deck. Originally, Jose thought only a portion of the railing spindles needed to be replaced. As the job proceeded it was apparent that all spindles and railing wood needed to be replaced. The only additional charge was for the materials, not for labor even though every spindle needed to be individually cut from larger pieces of lumber. MQ was the only painting contractor who bid on our paint job who was willing to do all the woodwork repairs needed on the deck. Other contractors said we'd need to have someone repair the deck and then they would paint it. We appreciated working with just one contractor. Their painting and carpentry work was top notch. All workers were neat, punctual and conscientious. All materials and tools were picked up and stored at the end of every work day. I discovered MQ Painting through Angie's List. I highly recommend MQ Painting and would absolutely hire them again."
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+3

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Touchstone Painting Co
5.0(
305
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Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"First used Touchstone to paint interior. Loved their work. Then had them back for bathroom remodel. Which included new counters, sink, faucet, painting cabinets. Loved their attention to detail. Start & completion of projects was as stated. Wonderful work."
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Master bathroom remodel
Master bathroom remodel
Updated fireplace surround with custom mantle and doors
Small first floor bath remodel

+35

Response time3 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Carlos Professional Painter
4.5(
102
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Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Carlos and his team did a great job on painting my home. I needed to have 3 rooms painted which required having my furniture moved. Carlos’ team was very careful doing that. They arrived on time, were very neat and precise in painting the rooms, put the furniture back in place and cleaned up after they were done. Carlos and his team were very accommodating. I would highly recommend them."
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+8

Response time1 day
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Complete Painting & Restoration LLC
4.9(
81
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Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Derek’s company did a fantastic job and were highly professional from beginning to end. We will definitely use Complete Painting and Restoration for all future painting projects."
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+35

Response time4 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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TRINITY QUALITY PAINTING
5.0(
35
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Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Angel showed up right on time. He painted 2 coats of paint in a bedroom for me. He did an excellent job and just took him apx 3 hours. That included running blowers to dry the first coat. He was very friendly and I would highly recommend him."
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Bici Brothers Drywall & Painting
5.0(
21
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Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an excellent repair and painting job. They were very responsive to our requests and were very easy to work with. They showed up on time and finished work promptly. I would hire them again without any hesitation."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Yolis Cleaning and Painting Services
4.8(
43
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Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We moved to a new home and were looking for a painter on a emergency basis before moving our furniture. Yolis painting services did excellent job on the same day we got estimate and work was done with the highest quality. We hired them for our second home too. Next we will hire them to paint our entire home. I would definitely recommend Yolis painting services."
Bartlett,
Bartlett,
Planfield, Drywall repair
Planfield, Drywall repair
Arlington Heights

+26

Response time2 days
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Brian Mull Painting Services, LLC
4.8(
193
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Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We are returning customers of Brian Mull Painting and have been SO happy with the work they've done! We just changed the color of our main room, it was a darker blue and we had him paint over in SW Repose Gray. Although he didn't mention it I am sure it was NOT an easy job to paint over all that blue, and it looks gorgeous. They also did trim painting and touchups in the rest of the house. Brian and his team have a great work ethic, pay close attention to detail, and he was also very reasonable with his price for the job. Would highly recommend Brian Mull Painting- ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ all the way!"
Mull Painting
Mull Painting
Mull Painting
Mull Painting
Mull Painting

+39

Response time4 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Crystal Lake, IL

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 Crystal Lake, IL homeowners’ guide to painting services

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