Serving East Galesburg, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Excellent job and everyone was very pleasant. Brian is wonderful to work with and his team does a remarkable painting job, very professional. Highly recommend"
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Serving East Galesburg, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2003
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The work was performed in a timely manner. They cleaned up the job site each day. There was no mess or clean up required. The work quality was good. We were very happy with the job."
Serving East Galesburg, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2024
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Chris was on time, did the job efficiently and quickly. Will definitely have him do my next project."
Serving East Galesburg, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2010
Offers commercial services
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Wendi's Painting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 10 years of experience serving Hillsdale, IL and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
Serving East Galesburg, IL and surrounding areas
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Emergency services offered
Small jobs welcome
Feel good contracting LLC is here to make home improvements easy and affordable
Serving East Galesburg, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 1998
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"The men that came to stain my exterior of the house (just west and south side) were not given the correct information on what to stain. They had to call J&J Painting to get the correct info a couple of times."
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Serving East Galesburg, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"The job was very well done, they didnâ t make any mistakes with my ceiling and I definitely got my moneyâ s worth. Very articulate and neat."
Serving East Galesburg, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"They went above and beyond my expectations! Can't say enough good things about this company. Cost was more than reasonable and fair. I would not even consider using anyone else for my future painting needs. My cabin looks beautiful!"
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Serving East Galesburg, IL and surrounding areas
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
"E&J Painting painted the entire interior 1st floor of our home. They exceeded my expectations in a great way! On time, worked fast, and the work was of the highest quality! Was very satisfied and will not hesitate to higher again in the future!"
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Serving East Galesburg, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2001
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The project turned out great! Progressive Restoration was awesome to work with. They were decisive, efficient, and skilled. Marc was super responsive, and the pricing for the job was more than fair. They will be our 1st call for any future carpentry work that comes up at our house. Highly recommend!"
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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