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Dr. Paint, Inc.
5.0(
20
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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 Downers Grove, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent from the detailed proposal to the complete cleanup. Derek and crew was professional, prepared, easy to work with, quick and quiet doing the ceiling repairs and fixing ceiling and wall stains, matching paint, and just excellent in all work. They moved the heavy China cabinet, covered all items with taping and plastic and drop cloths. They even shook out the drop cloths outside make certain they were clean."
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
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ProVision Painting
4.8(
120
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms

Serving Downers Grove, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"ProVision did an excellent job of removing difficult wallpaper and painting in our en-suite bathroom. The paint color they helped us choos was perfect. They left the work area in spotless condition and left remaining paint availble for any future touch-ups."
Interior Painting Project
Interior Painting Project
Interior Painting Project
Interior Painting Project
Interior Painting Project

+18

Response time10 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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JSJ Group, Inc.
4.9(
52
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms

Serving Downers Grove, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Very happy with how our ceilings turned out! Their work was very crisp and neat, and clean-up was great too! They went above and beyond and caulked our crown molding in our living room and dining room. We'll keep their number hand for future paint jobs."
Walls, Ceiling & trims
Walls, Ceiling & trims
Walls, Ceiling & trims
Walls, Ceiling & trims
Walls, Ceiling & trims

+15

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Lawrence I.
4.9(
188
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects - For Business

Serving Downers Grove, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Lawrence expertly combines drywall repair and painting into one great experience in repair and restoration of my walls. He is very professional and friendly and reasonably priced, combining both drywall repair and painting into one reasonable flat price."
Plaster repair
Plaster repair
plaster repair
Water damage
Plaster repair

+13

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Downers Grove, 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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