Serving Elburn, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 1995
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Warranties offered
"We used Five Star Painting for our stairs and we could not be happier with the finished product. Esvin was wonderful to work with along with his team. They were punctual every day and very professional. We would highly recommend them to anyone needing a paint job!"
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Serving Elburn, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 1986
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Warranties offered
"Angel and his crew were professional and courteous with their work. I was given daily updates on their progress. Trinity painting goes above and beyond for their customers.Wallworth the price ."
Serving Elburn, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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"The entire team was professional, easy to communicate with & my satisfaction was uppermost in their approach. Their craftsmanship & meticulous attention to detail was demonstrated throughout the painting of the 1st & 2nd floors of our home. Quality work at a competitive price, it doesn't get much better than that. Anthony C, the owner has created & lleads a fine team."
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Serving Elburn, IL and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Sadot and his team did an OUTSTANDING job painting the interior of my home ... He also installed vinyl flooring in several rooms in my home. His prices are more than fair... You can tell his team take pride in there work.. I will be hiring him again in a few weeks to do other work.. Forgot to mentioned that his team also painted and stained my stairs and replaced interior door. All quality work.."
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Serving Elburn, IL and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They did an excellent repair and painting job. They were very responsive to our requests and were very easy to work with. They showed up on time and finished work promptly. I would hire them again without any hesitation."
Serving Elburn, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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Small jobs welcome
"Ten Home was great from quote to finish. Tom is a very professional and nice guy. I was offsite and he kept me updated on the work through texts and photos. I m selling a house that was being rented for the last 5 years. They did a lot for me: replaced some rotting wood on and painted an entire garage: replaced, fixed and secured some wood on and stained a deck: painted the railings on the front porch: painted the wood below 5 storm windows: painted the wood between 3 storm windows that hadn t been removed in over 30 years and then put the windows back in place: they tested and ultimately replaced a GFCI outlet in the bathroom along with securing the vanity to the wall. All the work was done in a timely fashion and at a reasonable price. I definitely recommend them and plan on using them in the future."
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Serving Elburn, IL and surrounding areas
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Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Customers say: True professional
"I needed both exterior and interior painting at a rental home I own. The company did a great job, very professional and handled the clean up."
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Serving Elburn, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2008
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Marty's team came in and did really great job with the painting and tiling and minor cosmetic areas. Great communication between Marty and his team. Would definitely recommend them and would definitely use them for any future jobs."
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Serving Elburn, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2024
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Warranties offered
"They did a great job doing the wall repair and painting. Would hire again"
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Serving Elburn, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
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Credit card accepted
"The Double GG team is the real deal. I got 2 bedrooms done for a reasonable price in less than a day. They used quality paint, explained product and finish options to me as well as some basic industry standards, and did thorough patching beforehand. The previous coat was 20 years old with stains, scuffs, and smoke streaks - now my rooms look like the home I have always wanted. Plus, the customer service is TOP NOTCH. 5 out of 5, would hire again!"
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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