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Ruben Roman Painting
5.0(
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Serving Fairfax, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ruben Roman Painting was the best ever, I've had numerous projects completed by many paint companies, and Ruben was absolutely top notch, creative and completely within budget. Two thumbs up, amazing results and would hire again! :) Excellent all the way around. Lionel S."
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Response time1 day
Response rate89%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Green Oak Painting
5.0(
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Serving Fairfax, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent job. Omar was courteous, considerate and very professional. We were concerned about the plants along the walls but he took extra measures to ensure none of them were damaged. The best decision we have ever made was to go with Green Oak Painting."
Finish Results of Paint Work
Working on 2 coats of exterior paint
Great finish of Exterior paint work, allways applying best quality paint
Look like new home
Exterior deck refinishing

+242

Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Leoni's Quality Painting Inc
4.9(
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Serving Fairfax, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Leoni’s Painting did a fantastic job painting our house. The attention to detail was greatly appreciated. They were on time, never missed a day and wonderful to work with. I would highly recommend Leoni’s Quality Painting."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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TM Expert Painting
5.0(
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Serving Fairfax, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"TM did an awesome job painting all the interior walls of our home. They painted 8 rooms and 2 bathrooms in two days which exceeded our expectations. Their work quality is excellent and they moved and protected our furniture and floors to prevent any paint damage. Also did a thorough clean up after the painting was completed. We highly recommended them."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dennis Painting, Inc.
4.6(
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Serving Fairfax, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team at Dennis Painting does excellent work. They were on schedule, timely, responsible, kept the work area clean and made sure all was back to place after the project completed. Great attention to detail. They have done work on our block and all other clients are happy with the results. It is worth the price. They are mindful about client needs 1st."
deck
driveway
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exterior
driveway

+73

Response time6 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Platinum Painting & Upgrades
5.0(
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Serving Fairfax, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Platinum Painting was everything you want in a contractor. Excellent work, very competitive pricing, on time, and went over the top to make sure everything (deck repair, painting) was done perfectly. We will definitely be using them again."
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FAQs for painting projects in Fairfax, 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 Fairfax, CA homeowners’ guide to painting services

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