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Dave Lynch Home Repair Service
4.6(
86
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Serving Elmira, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dave and Kathy were a great team. During the initial appraisal of the painting project, they made suggestions beyond the scope of what I had originally envisioned. Their suggestions to add lighting in a linen closet, paint ceiling tiles, update light fixtures, change out interior door knobs, etc. far exceeded painting in a two story staircase. The overall project has really updated our home. During the 4 days of the project, we established a mutual beginning time, and the work area was cleaned up at the end of the day. Dave considered making small changes to adhere to building code, such as placement of smoke alarms and height of the stairway handrail. Throughout the project, Dave replaced extra light bulbs, was responsive to adding an additional lighting project in the basement, and had great suggestions for future home improvements. We are extremely happy with the work done by Dave and Kathy, and will definitely look to them for future home improvement projects!"
Kitchen
Master Bath
1850 Farmhouse
Formal Dining Room
Amazing Transformation

+5

Response time8 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Shaping Houses LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Elmira, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Shaping Houses is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

Custom Deck and Fence
Custom Deck and Fence
Custom Deck and Fence
Custom Deck and Fence
Custom Deck and Fence

+9

Response time3 hrs
Response rate96%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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House Doctors of the Triple Cities
5.0(
4
)

Serving Elmira, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

House Doctors has been a trusted partner in home repairs, maintenance, remodels, and so much more since 1997. We're changing the industry by making to-do lists and large improvement projects easier for homeowners and businesses alike. Our team of skilled handyman technicians are ready to make house calls that truly make a difference, providing on-time and on-budget solutions for all your needs! \n\nWe’re proud to provide a seamless process from start to finish, making us the only stop you'll need for any home service project. We offer easy contact options via phone or our website, with a live person on the other end. Our flexible appointments and ability to provide quick estimates, sometimes even over the phone, ensure a convenient experience that fits any busy schedule.

Lighter color paint
Lighter color paint
Lighter color paint
Lighter color paint
Access

+5

60 neighbors recently requested a quote
Build Wise Contracting LLC
4.8(
2
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Serving Elmira, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

BUILD WISE CONTRACTING LLC We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n\n\n\n\n

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Eye Spy Grime Powerwash and Paint
4.8(
17
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Serving Elmira, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did an excellent job, power washing and painting for a good price. They answered all my questions and were always prompt. Very nice people! I definitely would hire them again !"
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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JMB Painting
4.6(
33
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Serving Elmira, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jared and his team were fantastic! They were easy to get ahold of and scheduled our project quickly. They did a beautiful job repairing drywall and painting. We would absolutely use JMB again!"
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+89

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Nu Nu Painting
4.3(
9
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Serving Elmira, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great company and best people to be around. This was a big project restoring the exterior of an 1838 house. The prep work was fantastic followed by a very profressional brush painted finish. I could not have asked for more. During the project we had cars stopping on the road to look and watch the project. That is when you know your doing some transformational. Great Job!"
Response time4 days
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Elmira, NY

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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