Serving Decatur, IN and surrounding areas
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In business since 1989
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"Exterior doors painted Very nice finish and restoration of frames . Very professional and courteous."
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Serving Decatur, IN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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"Great service! Great looking paint job!"
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Serving Decatur, IN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2024
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Offers commercial services
"He repaired drywall and also painted. The job came out clean and even. Good communication and fair pricing."
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Serving Decatur, IN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2010
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"Very professional quality work. Meticulous preparation. We are very satisfied with their reliability, honesty and beautiful work and would hire again for any painting that we need done."
Serving Decatur, IN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
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"Ray is awesome, he is highly skilled and does a great job hanging drywall, painting and mudding. The quality of his work is excellent and his attention to detail is great. He has worked on my homes and all of my rentals. I would highly recommend him:)"
Serving Decatur, IN and surrounding areas
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"Yes - I needed my roof cleaned - stain stripes, mold and algae - a few spots needed a second application - the company was very responsive - very customer focused and friendly. I highly recommend this company."
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Serving Decatur, IN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2003
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"so impressed with the quick response, the beautiful workmanship and the congeniality of both Dennis and his helper Blake. I have his card on file and will certainly be using him again. Dennis is the real deal!"
Serving Decatur, IN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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"DARoofing was very patient explaining options and materials, Our roof covering had wind damage and water was pouring in,They were very helpful and prompt."
Serving Decatur, IN and surrounding areas
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A first responder-owned residential painting contractor dedicated to delivering dependable service, quality craftsmanship, and attention to detail for every home we paint.
Serving Decatur, IN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2024
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We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. We specialize in restoring existing commercial, industrial, and agricultural roofs using liquid applied, seamless, elastomeric roofing systems. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the 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.\n
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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