Serving Harbor City, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1980
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"House Painting Inc did a fantastic job. They were very reliable and professional. They did the job quickly but carefully."
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Serving Harbor City, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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Emergency services offered
"Element painting, and owner Joe and his employees were very professional and did a great job, I was very satisfied !"
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Serving Harbor City, CA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2000
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"Very pleased with the painting job!"
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Serving Harbor City, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1973
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"I left for work upon arrival of the painters(7 man crew). When I arrived home, they had finished approx. 95% of paint job. Mistakenly, they painted garage door white, and painted the accent wood on front door and landing white as well as back door. I pointed out their mistake & without any attitude, they promptly repainted the areas my selected color. The foreman also returned to touch up some areas that I requested. My aunt is going to have them paint a building for her and my son has an apartment building he plans to request Mr. White do the paint job."
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Serving Harbor City, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1973
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"Quick to reply to requests for quotes and they do a great job! We have been very happy with James White Painting and would definitely hire them again!"
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Serving Harbor City, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1996
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"I was so happy with there Job , they gave me a good price and it took them 3 days , The paint was good and price I would recommend them they was excellent to work with ."
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Serving Harbor City, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2019
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Offers commercial services
"Prompt, respectful, friendly professional service. If you need painting contractor call Diaz painting!"
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Serving Harbor City, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2013
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Credit card accepted
"We hired Lazcano Painting Co. to paint the interior of our rental unit between tenants. They were so quick and efficient that we also had them repaint my parents’ townhome."
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Serving Harbor City, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
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Small jobs welcome
We are is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business
Serving Harbor City, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1995
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"Mares is fantastic. Had to paint 2 wood French doors. Carlos, the owner, gave us a great price and the work was done in 2 days as estimated. They did a great job prepping the area to be painted and left the house very clean. Paint job was highly professional. I would highly recommend Mares Painting for any of your painting needs"
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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