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Avatar for J & S Painting LLC
J & S Painting LLC
4.8(
44
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Serving Elizabethtown, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am very happy with J&S painting! Not only were they extremely communicative, but they were also very flexible with some last minute details. Their work is high quality and they are extremely kind. Would 100% recommend for all painting jobs"
Painting the ceilings
Sun room painting!
During
Sun room painting!
During

+211

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Jobe & Son Painting
4.7(
38
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Serving Elizabethtown, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jobe and son painting did an excellent job painting our house interior. They really paid attention to detail and did a quaility, professional job. I would recommend them to anyone needing painting. They are friendly and seem to really care about doing a good job for the customer. I will certainly use them again in the future for all my painting needs."
Entertainment center / fireplace
Bath
Sink and shower
Master bedroom ceiling
Dining room

+22

Response time3 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Welch Painting/Drywall
5.0(
10
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Serving Elizabethtown, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Chad recently did a painting and drywall repair job for us at our home . I am beyond pleased with the work that Chad and his son did repainting and removing unwanted trim and repairing drywall . Chad was very knowledgeable, friendly and professional going over and above what we discussed originally and painting our doors and trim for a very reasonable price ! Highly recommended Welch painting . He’s does great work is very thorough and cleaned up every time he left which impressed me very much ! Always punctual also he will definitely be my go to guy for painting & drywall / trim work ! ! Blessed to find him for sure."
Interior painting
Interior painting
Interior painting
Interior painting
Interior painting

+70

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
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Biggs Refinishing
5.0(
9
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Serving Elizabethtown, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Caleb did an Amazing Job refinishing my dresser that was old and beaten Down. His work is done with attention to detail I recommend Caleb for other people!"
Beautiful dresser
Beautiful dresser
Title after photo
Before photo
Baige end tables

+12

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Spray Foam CM
5.0(
6
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Serving Elizabethtown, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"There was a mix up with paint (not their fault), but we were able able to work out the situation. They were efficient and accommodating. The clean up afterward was awesome. I would hire again and highly recommend if you want a great job done by professionals at a great price."
Spray foam metal building
Spray foam metal building
Spray foam metal building
Spray foam metal building
Spray foam metal building

+3

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Mudd's Painting
5.0(
2
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Serving Elizabethtown, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hello, This referral is for Mudd Painting and owner Daniel Mudd. I have been an Interior Designer for over 20 yrs and have worked with many contractors. Daniel Mudd (and his crew) were timely, professional, neat and to me an important element he and his crew were very personable. I will be using Mudd Painting for future small and large exterior/interior paint jobs. I highly recommend Mudd Painting for your future projects big or small. Thanks! Donna F."
Response time2 days
Response rate90%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Robbie Lee Construction
4.6(
143
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Serving Elizabethtown, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He did everything we asked. He also gave us some better ideas than we had, but did not push them on us. He was informative and showed up to do the work when he said he would. It was a really good experience and great work. I would recommend him to others, and I will use him again."
Roofing
Roofing
Roofing
Deck and covered roof
Screened in porch

+15

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Certified Carpentry, LLC
4.6(
16
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Serving Elizabethtown, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He is very professional, he takes extreme pride in his work. He balances the work very well and gets the job done in a timely manner. Very polite and cleans up after himself each day."
BARNDOMINIUM
1976 HOUSE UPDATED
AFTER PIC OF DEN
LANDSCAPE
FRENCH DOOR.

+53

Response time2 days
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Affordable Painters
5.0(
2
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Serving Elizabethtown, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Chris and his team were great. I had them paint our master bedroom including all of the trim work and doors. We have a huge safe in our room and they moved it along with all the other furniture and made sure everything was covered before they started painting. They were finished a day earlier than I originally expected and everything turned out great!!"
Stained Ceiling with black trim Outdoor
Stained Ceiling with black trim Outdoor
Stained Ceiling with black trim Outdoor
Whole Exterior
Exterior Doors (Commercial)

+4

Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Elizabethtown, KY

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 Elizabethtown, KY homeowners’ guide to painting services

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