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Avatar for J&L Finishes, LLC
J&L Finishes, LLC
5.0(
30
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Serving Durham, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We reviewed everyone on Yelp and Angie's List and got quotes from a half dozen companies for painting our home's exterior. Lenzen Contracting was the best price while also providing the most impressive estimate. They were the only company to present their business license and proof of insurance. They were the only company to provide a five year warranty to their work. Shaun is the owner, and he completed the estimate in a very detailed fashion. Where other companies wanted to charge extra for side gates or balcony railings, he included all of it. His son Rex was the contact through the process. His communication was prompt, detailed, and outstanding. He made three separate trips out to our house just to show us different paint options. When the process was slowed by weather, he was quite apologetic, even though he had no control over that. Throughout the painting, he made regular inquiries to ensure that everything was to our liking. Jose and Joseph took care of the painting, and they are true craftsmen. Positive, friendly, and efficient, they arrived early and worked late. Their attention to detail was impressive. We are extremely happy with the end result and highly recommend you use them."
Hallway brush work
detailed brush work around items
All item covered prior to paint
After pic
Painting over stairs

+30

Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Afterwalls Painting
5.0(
10
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Serving Durham, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Ben and Afterwalls Painting were phenomenal to work with! We hired them to do a light restoration and stain on our deck. Ben was courteous, efficient, left his work site clean and tidy, and did an awesome job! If you’re looking for a fair, honest, quality local contractor to do finishing work, I highly recommend Ben and Afterwalls Painting! 100/100 A+++"
Deck painting
Deck painting
Deck painting
Full house
Full house

+7

Response time2 days
Response rate94%
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JH Property Group
5.0(
20
)

Serving Durham, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Zack and his crew did a phenomenal job, professional from start to finish, helped me pick the stain when I was unsure, trusted his judgment and came out great! Very clean workplace I’m looking forward to working with him on my other properties"
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by55%of homeowners
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Fine line painting
5.0(
11
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Serving Durham, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Don to paint the downstairs interior of my new house. I hired him the Sunday before Christmas and he worked right through the holiday week and finished the job on time. His prices were extremely competitive. He also was very clean. I had the flooring contractor coming in after him and he took great care not to splash paint on the floor. He did a great job painting walls, even caulked around the window frames where he felt a draft. My family is very excited to move into our new home. Now we can feel welcomed when we walk in everyday. I plan on hiring him to paint the trim as soon as the funds open up in my budget."
Living room
Project One
Project One
Project One
Project One

+8

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
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KD Construction
5.0(
10
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Serving Durham, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We're a locally owned and operated company with 5+ years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity, and stand behind our work. We specialize in both interior and exterior residential and commercial painting projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Painting
Painting

+11

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Birdy and Brush
5.0(
10
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Serving Durham, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Erika did all kinds of things for house rehab-carpentry, cabinet painting, Sheetrock patching, wall painting. With utmost care and good cheer. Whatever the question, her answer was “yes, I can do that.”"
Before
After
Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fresh Layer Interiors
5.0(
7
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Serving Durham, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"I hired Eric at fresh layer interiors to paint the entire interior of my home. The quality of service was great. Eric repairs some ceilings that had damage and them paint them all including walls and trim. Eric also removed Formica from my backsplash and installed a new glass tile backsplash and it look amazing. I highly recommend Fresh Layer Interiors for any painting projects you have!"
Kitchen Ceiling
Kitchen ceiling
Living room before
Living room before
Dining Rm completed

+17

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FAQs for painting projects in Durham, ME

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.

The Durham, ME homeowners’ guide to painting services

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