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Avatar for Dr. Paint, Inc.
Dr. Paint, Inc.
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+2 more

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our project involved removing wallpaper, that was painted over, painting trims, patching and covering some small tracks. We interviewed 4 companies and at the end we chose Dr Paint. They were professionals. Every day they would clean up, remove the trash. They worked on Saturday's so they can finish the job on a deadline we requested. And they did. The house looks great as a result of their work. I would recommend them to my family and friends. Great price and great job, we are very happy."
Front of the house
Front of the house
Front of the house
Front of the house
Left side of the house

+118

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for MQ Painting
MQ Painting
4.9(
87
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+3 more

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jose and his crew were amazing! Couldn’t be happier with the results. He was easy to contact and very responsive and informative. They were very professional and very detail oriented! I highly recommend MQ Painting to anyone looking to get their home painted!"
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+3

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Casey Black Painting
Casey Black Painting
5.0(
150
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+10 more

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Casey and his team did a great job painting our house. They were very thorough – they repaired our plaster walls and even called in another skilled professional to get the job done right. They were priced fairly, worked efficiently and supported our unconventional painting choices. Thanks, Casey!"
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+82

Response time1 day
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Amazon Painting Plus, LLC
4.9(
124
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumInterior Surfaces - Paint or Stain- For BusinessExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+3 more

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired these professionals to paint all the units in my apartment building. They replaced all the plaster, painted all the cabinets and walls, replaced the flooring and put new vinyl, and replaced all the doors. Everyone was very kind, professional, friendly, and efficient. I highly recommend Amazon Painting Plus for your painting needs, and they do more than just painting! You will not be disappointed!"
Master Bedroom
Master Bedroom
Fireplace wall
Fireplace wall
Second Bedroom

+28

Response time12 hrs
Response rate87%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Independent Interior Painter
5.0(
41
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Frida to fix long neglected walls for an office and power room, both were previously painted by a homeowner and needed a significant amount of rework. Frida did an excellent job restoring the walls and painting our quite detailed trim and accents in both rooms. Friday was very detail oriented and provided good feedback and guidance during planning to helping me choose what degree of restoration she would do. I would definitely recommend working with Frida for your painting project."
Before Restoration Commences
Window Sill after scraping
Window sill sanded
Window Sill After Priming and Painting
Repair of Plaster

+12

Response time10 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Precision Painting Interior & Exterior, LLC
Precision Painting Interior & Exterior, LLC
5.0(
55
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Miguel and his team did a great job repairing and staining my patio and painting my house. He arrived on time for estimate and provided estimate in real time. Everything went smoothly and extremely efficient team. Quality of work is very good."
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+102

Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
58 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for painting projects in Des Plaines, 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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