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Custom Painting & Decorating, Inc.
4.8(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Foothill Ranch, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Custom Painting & Decorating Inc. is a family-owned and operated business serving Orange County & Southern California with top-tier residential and commercial painting and remodeling services. Led by Cristina and Cesar Muñoz, we bring over a decade of experience, attention to detail, and a commitment to customer satisfaction to every project. From interior and exterior painting to drywall and trim work, we transform spaces with high-quality craftsmanship. Whether it be repainting your home or turning over your apartment unit. Our mission is to exceed client expectations while enhancing the beauty and value of their homes and properties. Contact us today for a free estimate and experience the Custom Painting & Decorating difference!

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Wizard Painting Inc
4.7(
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+18 more

Serving Foothill Ranch, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Francisco was my go to painting expert and he finished job earlier than promised time. He and his team did an amazing job and i cannot be happier. I highly recommend Wizard painting!"
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Response time1 day
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FOREST PAINTING & REMODELING
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+4 more

Serving Foothill Ranch, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I received 3 bids for painting the exterior of our home and Forest Painting was about 20% less than the other two companies. I don't normally take the lowest bid on my purchases but the attention to detail on specific items of the proposal, as well as the positive approval reference I called persuaded me to use Forest Painting. Daniel (the owner) was very accessible and professional in communicating with me regarding his timing of starting and finishing our project. His team of painters were always on time each day and were great to work with. There were a few extra repair items that needed to be done for things that were not visible during the initial inspection and I was given verbal and written quotes which I felt were reasonably priced and the guys did a great job completing the work. The entire job was finished on time and the house looks fantastic. I would highly recommend and use Forest Painting again and will be using them for some interior painting in the near future."
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate94%
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Custom Painting & Decorating, Inc.
4.7(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Foothill Ranch, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired custom painting for fixing wall holes and painting my entire home. They did an amazing job. Very thorough, the painters were very accommodating to things that came up during the job. Overall, my experience was wonderful. Thumbs up!"
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate91%
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Perfect Painting Co.
4.3(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+4 more

Serving Foothill Ranch, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Thank you Brandon and crew for a great job on our entire house and garage in RSM, very clean and trustworthy. I highly recommend Perfect Painting Co. for your home paint project."
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FAQs for painting projects in Foothill Ranch, 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.

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