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Premium Painting
4.7(
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Serving Defiance, MO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Zack and the guys with Premier Painting are excellent. Professionals who take care of their clients and are experts at their work. They have painted all of the dark wood trim in our home to a bright, glossy perfect white, caulked, painted walls, ceilings and installed all new lighting. We couldn't be happier and I will never have to look for another painter! Highly recommend!!!"
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Landing
Interior Home Painting
Interior Home Painting

+24

Response time11 hrs
Response rate86%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Quality First Painting
5.0(
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Serving Defiance, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bill arrived to pick up paint samples and go over with me exactly what I was wanting done. He went over the timeline and when I asked for his professional opinion, he provided me with the information I was hoping to learn. The quality of his work is top-notch. I would recommend Bill for any painting job needing to be completed."
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+8

Recommended by89%of homeowners
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St. Charles Painting & Remodeling LLC
4.9(
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Serving Defiance, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We want to thank St. Charles Painting and Remodeling for the exceptional job they did rebuilding and staining our cedar fence. This was a complex project involving replacement of more than 200 pickets and 30 supports. Mark Walsh and his team managed and completed the project with much attention to detail. They provided excellent follow up as well. A special thank you is due to Barb Smith, the Office Manager/Controller for her excellent communication and follow up with us during a very busy time of year for the company. She always answered the phone and coordinated the project. We definitely recommend this company."
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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The Paint Company
4.4(
33
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Serving Defiance, MO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The Painting Company is a first class painting company delivering quality, professional, and exceptional value. The scheduling process was efficient, the estimate was very well priced, and the task execution was above board. I would recommend The Painting Company for all your painting needs."
Response time2 days
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Five Star Painting of St. Charles
4.8(
15
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Serving Defiance, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"If I could give Five Star Painting of St. Charles more than five stars, I certainly would. I had never had professional painting done before, so I was a little nervous—but not anymore. Every step of the project, from working with Justin and picking the colors to completing the job, went so smoothly. Every room looks absolutely beautiful. The paint crew worked quickly and did a wonderful job. They also cleaned up and helped me move everything back into place. I will definitely be using this company again for the remaining rooms in my house."
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Next Coat Painting LLC
5.0(
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Serving Defiance, MO and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"We’ve hired Next Coat Painting for several painting jobs we needed done, as well as fireplace painting and applying wall molding to our baby’s nursery. They are professional, timely, and do a great job. We will use them again in the future."
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Kitchen and Living room
Kitchen and Living room
Kitchen and Living room
Kitchen and Living room

+10

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Stealth Paint and Stain
4.6(
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Serving Defiance, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Stealth Paint and Stain is locally owned and operated with over 25 years professional experience. Servicing the Park Hill and surrounding areas, We specialize in all of your painting and staining needs for both residential and commercial properties. We take pride in always being prompt, punctual and professional with every project that we compete. Call us today to schedule your next estimate.

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Gorman's Fine Finishes LLC
5.0(
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Serving Defiance, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Mr Gorman was very helpful, explaining the entire process. His workers worked quickly and professionally, and were done sooner than was expected. I would hire them again for more painting and staining."
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Defiance, MO

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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