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Avatar for Abbyart Decorative Painting
Abbyart Decorative Painting
4.8(
62
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Serving Elkridge, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My sisters and I hired Mike while working to prepare our father's home for sale. Our father had recently moved to an assisted living facility and our goal was to have the house ready to sell as soon as possible. I found Mike on Angie's List and I am SO glad I did! We hired Mike to repair and replace tile in two bathrooms. But, we quickly learned that Mike's skills extend far beyond complex tile work. As the renovations continued, Mike did a variety of jobs for us including painting, plumbing and woodworking, Mike is extremely easy to work with, flexible, and a terrific problem-solver. Our dad's home is about 35 years old and presented us with a variety of unique challenges. Mike was our savior, offering solutions. and going way above and beyond what we asked of him many times. Don't let his company name fool you - Mike knows a great deal about many aspects of home repair and renovation. He is flexible and great with timelines. Since my sisters and I do not live in the area, Mike became our eyes and ears at our dad's house as a variety of repair people arrived to do their work. He is trustworthy, kind, and reasonably priced. I hope you can see from this review that we cannot recommend Mike Lipiner highly enough!"
Fireplace Wall
Support Pillar
Fireplace Accent
Master Bath Faux Marble
Master Bath Faux Marble

+8

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Spiros Painting
4.7(
71
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Serving Elkridge, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We would, will, hire Spiros painting again without hesitation. Their entire team was professional and friendly. They did an outstanding job on the painting, paying attention to details, like smoothing imperfections in the wall we we did not even notice. They were great at providing suggestions on paint colors when we asked their opinion. The kept the house neat and protected at all times, and cleaned up before they left for the day. Our house has very high and streep pitches that they maneuvered like pros. We could not be more pleased with the results and have received numerous compliments. We actually enjoyed our experience with working with them and highly recommend them."
Exterior Painting
Exterior Painting
Interior Painting
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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J.H Painting Services
5.0(
14
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Serving Elkridge, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"J.H. Painting Services did great exterior work on my home this weekend. I had exterior siding and deck power washed, front door painted, and brick foundation painted. All work was done at a high level of quality and in a timely manner. Communication for planning each of the tasks easy and reliable. Contractor arrived on time. I highly recommend for power washing and paint jobs."
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+82

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A 1 Painting & Contracting
4.4(
97
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Serving Elkridge, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A1 Painting & Contracting Co. Charles and his team were professional, personable and did great work at the price point agreed and within the time discussed. I was very satisfied with the work completed and would definitely recommend A1 Painting and Contracting Co. Charles and his team."
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BEFORE
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REMOVE WALLPAPER
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+6

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Five Star Painting of Columbia MD
4.6(
98
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Serving Elkridge, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had the entire inside of the house painted. Lee appraised the job and was very helpful. Spiro managed the job and we couldnâ t have asked for a more accommodating guy. Great paint job by Elmer, Jose and Hernan. Very professional and responsive. We picked the wrong black paint for the banister (not black enough) but Five Star quickly got the appropriate black paint and our staircase looks great. Would definitely recommend this team."
Five Star Painting
Five Star Painting
Five Star Painting
Five Star Painting
Five Star Painting

+5

Response time50 mins
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Sheldon & Sons Inc
4.6(
317
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Serving Elkridge, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Sheldon and Sons did an amazing job on my kitchen. I chose to not only paint the kitchen walls but paint the original kitchen cabinets instead of getting brand new cabinets. I’m glad I did because the way the cabinets were painted made my kitchen look brand new with only half the cost. The crew was incredibly friendly and professional. I felt very comfortable with them working in my home. Everything was done in a timely manner with both quality and efficiency. I am very happy with the work and will definitely be using them again."
Interior Painting of Living Room - After
Interior Painting of Hallway / Stairs- After
We offer Cabinet Painting at Sheldon & Sons as well!
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+111

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Dependable Painting Service LLC
4.8(
32
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Serving Elkridge, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With several years experience, Dependable Painting Services,LLC works hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

window coating preparation
front area painted blue
Exterior project
rear area painted blue
siding area painted in blue

+9

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Rafferty Coatings
4.3(
173
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Serving Elkridge, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had Phil from Rafferty Painting here for the last 1.5 days. He made a 5 sided angular box around a fire sprinkler head, covered it with drywall and painted it to perfectly match the wall. He then fixed cracks in the ceiling and painted it to match.(others said it couldn't be matched). He arrived on time, cleaned up after himself and was very friendly and courteous. The final price was comparable to estimates from other contractors and we are happy with his work. I don't know about the other painters/carpenters at Rafferty but I would definitely recommend Phil."
Loghtning Protection
Response time2 days
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Elkridge, MD

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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