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Brandon Paint Co
5.0(
16
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Serving Emigrant Gap, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The Brandon Paint Co crew were very professional and efficient. Our house was power washed, stained, and the trim painted in under a week with a beautiful result. Communications on site were friendly, open and timely. Setting up the job occurred before the winter and communications were excellent (from interactions to get an estimate, through documenting the contract, and then keeping us informed on planning/scheduling implementation)."
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Full Lead Abatement & Historical Repaint
Exterior Stain - Truckee

+105

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Torres Painting
4.5(
12
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Serving Emigrant Gap, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Miguel and his crew were on time, professional, thorough, and most importantly, great at the assignment! I highly recommend this company for your painting needs."
Modesto project
After
Response time4 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Paintrite Pros
4.7(
15
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Serving Emigrant Gap, CA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have an 86 year old home I'm trying to sell. It had painted hardwood floors under paint that someone painted! What a crime! I had Tim come out and refinish all three of my bedrooms. Oh my goodness, once I saw the finished pro, I wished to God I had had Tim done my floors 8 years ago when I bought the home. He was fast, worked so hard to get the floors perfect. I just know I will get top dollar now for my home! I wonder if he will do my new home in Texas? You can't go wrong using Tim!"
Fence painting
Exterior painting
Interior Painting Project
Exterior Painting Project
Exterior Painting Project

+135

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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T.Painting Services
5.0(
6
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Serving Emigrant Gap, CA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This husband and wife team were top notch! They were always "positive" to all of my requests concerning the painting of the exterior portion of my house. We are very happy with the ways the colors came out for the house. They were very reasonable in the cost of doing the painting job. Would definitely hire them again!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Pacific District Painting, LLC
4.2(
28
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Serving Emigrant Gap, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Daniel started the job promptly and even worked part of a weekend to get it done on time. He showed up as agreed, answers his phone, and responds to texts. He uses quality materials and knows what he is doing. It was a whole unit job: walls, ceilings,, closet interiors, bathrooms, kitchen. What a difference. He may be slightly higher than some, but it is the price of quality. Thanks!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Chacons Painting, LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Emigrant Gap, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired Juan for a wide range of projects including exterior staining, deck railing building, kitchen cabinet painting, and various carpentry work ? and he absolutely delivered on all of it. His craftsmanship is top-notch, and he truly can do it all. Juan was professional, efficient, and incredibly easy to work with throughout the entire process. It?s rare to find someone so skilled across so many trades, and we?re so glad we did. Highly recommend him for any home improvement project!"
Response time3 days
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FAQs for painting projects in Emigrant Gap, CA

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 Emigrant Gap, CA homeowners’ guide to painting services

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