Serving East Boston, MA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1997
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I recently hired Erivan for the first time to paint two rooms in my condo. He and his team did excellent work in a diligent and timely manner and at a very reasonable price. I will definitely hire him again and recommend him to anyone I know who needs painting done."
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Serving East Boston, MA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"I would high recommend high definition painting services. Excellent and professional painting and customer service. Clean and fast service while delivering high quality work."
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Serving East Boston, MA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1990
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Brian and his team were great. Not only did they do a great job painting, but Brian had us leave all furniture in place and his team moved it to paint and moved it back in place before we got home. Extremely helpful for those of us that don't have time to be rearranging furniture morning and night. They also assisted determining where some stains were coming from by removing drywall and replacing it, in an awkward area of the ceiling. They repaired and looked like new. Highly recommend Brian and his team."
Serving East Boston, MA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Boston Painting Services painted the trim on my exterior windows, as well as 7 doors inside my home. They were very responsive. Pedro was wonderful to work with. The job went well. The workmen arrived on time, were friendly, safe and very professional. They did an excellent job."
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Serving East Boston, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1997
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Work was performed exactly as discussed and agreed to (match existing paint colors) at estimated cost. Start was delayed at our request due to high heat and humidity, with no complaints. Work was further delayed through no fault of Arch Painting due to continuous wet weather. Once a good weather window finally occurred, the work was performed quickly with no impact on us. We were totally satisfied with the quality of the work and the finished product."
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Serving East Boston, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1990
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Our three-story Victorian needed exterior painting and repair work (siding, trim, porch), and as with many Victorians, had a lot of detail work. The team from North Shore did a fantastic job - they were thorough, fast for such a large project, and respectful of our property. The team's attention to detail was extraordinary - before the last day of work, we did a walk around to make note of the handful of items that we saw that we wanted to make sure got done. Without us even needing to mention those to the team, they addressed every single one as part of their final touch up process. This level of attention to detail is not something we have had from all contractors we have worked with. We would absolutely use North Shore again for future projects. Pricing was fair, but not cheap - that said, you get what you pay for and the quality speaks for itself."
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Serving East Boston, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1987
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Excellent!! Anthony (foreman) and crew did an exceptional job removing wall paper and painting several rooms in our home. They were professional and meticulous. We would definitely recommend them as well as use them again either for interior or exterior painting."
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Serving East Boston, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2009
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"The entire staff, from office to carpenters and painters were very professional and completely thorough in their work! Very pleased with the results. I wish I hired them 3 paint jobs ago!"
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Serving East Boston, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"They were very professional. They showed up when they said they would. The front and back stairs look fantastic. They even painted the sides of the back exterior stairs which wasn’t included in estimate. Would definitely use them again!"
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Serving East Boston, MA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2015
Customers say: True professional
"I can't praise DL Painting enough! They were professional, completed my living room, dining room, kitchen and common spaces in two days and cleaned up immaculately. I am already considering the bathroom and bedrooms next. Definitely call DL Painting today!"
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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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