Serving Dubuque, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
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Customers say: Super punctual
"Austin went above and beyond! Wish I had more rooms to paint! Would highly recommend this reasonable, professional, kind, courteous painter!"
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Serving Dubuque, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2010
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Emergency services offered
"We recently hired Territory Painting, to stain the exterior siding, decking, soffits and fascia of our home in the Galena Territory. Based on the work he did, we feel we can recommend him with total confidence. We were looking for someone who would meet our high expectations and Timâ s prep and finish work exceeded them. Tim was knowledgeable, professional and thorough. His price was fair and reasonable, and he was on the job until it was completed. As an additional bonus, heâ s a pleasant person with a deep knowledge of the area! We would definitely hire Territory Painting again without reservation. Larry and Veronica M."
Serving Dubuque, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2011
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"I am very satisfied with the work that was done."
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Serving Dubuque, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2014
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"He did a great job painting our entry way. Our entry way has high walls in a bilevel house. He did a great job setting up so none of our carpet or floors got paint on them. I would definitely recommend Mike."
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Serving Dubuque, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2021
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"Would highly recommend this company we needed our living room completely gutted and re-insulated due to the weather during the winter they came in and removed our whole living room installed new wiring and recessed lights and insulation in a timely manner and very professional. We will be having more work completed by this company again thank you so much"
Serving Dubuque, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
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Credit card accepted
Jason's Handyman Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We have over 20 of experience doing flooring and other construction work. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n
Serving Dubuque, IA and surrounding areas
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Small jobs welcome
Offers commercial services
I've been doing handyman, construction, carpentry work for 16 years now. Over that time I've learned how to do countless different jobs and overcome various different snags and setbacks. Efficiency and dedication drive me and I will work as much as needed to meet a deadline.
Serving Dubuque, IA and surrounding areas
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Great n fast work
Serving Dubuque, IA and surrounding areas
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Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Small jobs welcome
Feel good contracting LLC is here to make home improvements easy and affordable
Serving Dubuque, IA and surrounding areas
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Yanes Painting was professional, conscientious, and did outstanding work while painting our house. We are very pleased with the job they did and would definitely hire them again."
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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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