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Avatar for Marty's Painting & Cleaning Services
Marty's Painting & Cleaning Services
4.5(
35
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Owner, Marty, was wonderful to work with and so was his painter, Corey. Communication was a breeze and every thing was done professionally. Both owner, Marty, and Corey, the painter, were cordial, responsive, and professional. It was a pleasure doing business with Marty. They were also cooperative since I requested the work be done in a certain way and they agreed. I wouldn't hesitate to call them again if I need more painting done. This time, the job was on the small side - painting large kitchen island cabinets - but next time, it would likely be a much bigger job. I highly recommend using this company."
White Glazed Cabinets finished
Modern Blue Gray Interior
Front Door
St. Charles Job
Before

+36

Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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IK Home Pros
4.1(
85
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They came when they said they would come. They powerwashed the deck one day, two days later they sanded and stained it. After that they did touch ups. They were very professional workers."
Remodeling
Remodeling
Remodeling
Remodeling
Remodeling

+61

Response time4 hrs
1559 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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RenewBuild, LLC
5.0(
1
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+1 more

Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

RenewBuild Painting provides professional residential and commercial painting services throughout Chicago and the North Shore suburbs.\n\nWith over 15 years of combined experience, we specialize in high-quality interior and exterior painting, including walls, ceilings, trim, doors, cabinets, siding, and decks. Every project includes thorough surface preparation — patching holes, repairing cracks, and correcting imperfections — to ensure a smooth, paint-ready finish.\n\nWe use premium Sherwin-Williams products and proven application methods to deliver clean, durable, and long-lasting results.\n\nLicensed, insured, bilingual, and committed to clear communication and free detailed estimates.

TLD Solutions LLC
5.0(
2
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in 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 start to 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.

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T Win Services
5.0(
2
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Affordable, friendly handyman services for homeowners who want quality work at a fair price. We specialize in residential repairs, maintenance, and professional furniture assembly, helping take care of the small jobs that keep your home running smoothly.\nFrom drywall patching and minor plumbing or electrical fixes to mounting TVs, installing fixtures, and assembling furniture like beds, desks, dressers, shelving, and flat‑pack items, we work efficiently and treat your home with care. No upselling, no hidden fees—just honest pricing and dependable service.\nWe show up on time, communicate clearly, and make sure the job is done right. Ideal for homeowners, renters, and landlords looking for a reliable, budget‑friendly local handyman.

Small Bathroom Remodel
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FAQs for painting projects in Dekalb, 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.

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