Serving Galesburg, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2003
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Joe made sure the result would be high quality. Never left a mess after each days work. Joe was great at explaining the process. Took care of wiping the windows clean when the staining was done."
Serving Galesburg, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2024
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Chris was on time, did the job efficiently and quickly. Will definitely have him do my next project."
Serving Galesburg, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2016
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Had him come over to quote me a cost and tell everything I needed done. Told me how long it would take and the price was right, hired him on the spot, took a half hour and he was done. Very professional. Will hire again. Definitely 5 stars."
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Serving Galesburg, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2010
Offers commercial services
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Wendi's Painting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 10 years of experience serving Hillsdale, IL and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
Serving Galesburg, IL and surrounding areas
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Small jobs welcome
Offers commercial services
I've been doing handyman, construction, carpentry work for 16 years now. Over that time I've learned how to do countless different jobs and overcome various different snags and setbacks. Efficiency and dedication drive me and I will work as much as needed to meet a deadline.
Serving Galesburg, IL and surrounding areas
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Emergency services offered
Small jobs welcome
Feel good contracting LLC is here to make home improvements easy and affordable
Serving Galesburg, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"From the moment I met Jose and Alicia I was sure that I would be hiring them to paint 2 bedrooms for me. The job that Jose & Alex did was Great, they were very polite and very attentive to to what I wanted. They cleaned up after the job and the house was cleaned when they left, My wife and I were so impressed that we have contracted Yanes painting to do the exterior of our home and can't wait to see how great of a job they do and look forward to reviewing that Job, very pleased, David"
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Serving Galesburg, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 1998
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"The men that came to stain my exterior of the house (just west and south side) were not given the correct information on what to stain. They had to call J&J Painting to get the correct info a couple of times."
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Serving Galesburg, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"The job was very well done, they didnâ t make any mistakes with my ceiling and I definitely got my moneyâ s worth. Very articulate and neat."
Serving Galesburg, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"They went above and beyond my expectations! Can't say enough good things about this company. Cost was more than reasonable and fair. I would not even consider using anyone else for my future painting needs. My cabin looks beautiful!"
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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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