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C & Z Painting LLC
4.9(
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Serving Harbert, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Fidel and his crew were prompt, professional, protected my stuff, took measures to keep dust down, and cleaned up behind themselves. Took 3 guys 7 hours to do some significant drywall work in master, full paint master, full paint 10x13 br with 15’ ceilings and prime and paint my guest path ceiling with water damage. Highly recommend."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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God's Gift Painting And Remodeling
4.3(
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Serving Harbert, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1983

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Warranties offered

"Working with Scott has been the most positive experience I have had in my 50+ years of home ownership. He not only installed exterior siding on our current home, he and his most competent daughter painted the inside of our house in such a thorough, careful manner. The work he has done for us is extraordinary. His businesslike, yet friendly relationship with us made completion of the projects a pleasure. He was prompt and reliable in every way. He let us know in advance of work he could not do and helped us find solutions. To top it off his prices are most reasonable for the high quality of work and the high quality of products he uses. I only hope he remains in business as long as I am a home owner. He is out "go to guy" from now on."
Exterior and Interior Painting
Interior Painting
Exterior Painting
Exterior and Interior Painting
Interior Painting

+9

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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AAA Homecare
4.9(
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Serving Harbert, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I found Randy on Angi?s. I was looking to take care of some painting, deck cleaning and staining and some other jobs. He called right away and set a time to meet. He came on time, quoted a fair price, did the work on time and to my satisfaction. We have since added more items to be taken care of. In today?s age where it is hard to find someone honest and reliable, Randy is a breath of fresh air. I would highly recommend him to anyone."
Custom Fireplace
Close up Gutter Guards
After Guards
Before Guards
After Stain

+5

Response time4 hrs
Response rate90%
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Old Roots Construction & Design
5.0(
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Serving Harbert, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

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It can be a daunting task looking for not only the right contractor for your job, but also the right contractor for you. We completely understand what you are going through. We know every customer has different desires, different needs, and different schedules. We are not only here to turn your ideas into reality, but to make it a memorable experience every step of the way. Call us right now, no matter where you are in the planning process.\n

Response time3 days
Response rate87%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Harbert, MI

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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