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Avatar for Pozuelos Property Care
Pozuelos Property Care
5.0(
22
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+12 more

Serving Hartford, SD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Pozuelos Painting is a great team of people! They offered prompt and courteous service, were very professional and experienced at their profession, and did a wonderful job painting the downstairs of my house. Thanks so much! I would definitely hire them again for future projects."
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+58

Response time2 days
Response rate85%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Miller Family Painting
Miller Family Painting
4.7(
3
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Hartford, SD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was pleased with the quality of the work and the time spent. A bedroom, closet, and two ceilings were painted with two coats and completed and cleaned up in less than eight hours."
Cabinet Refinish
Cabinet Refinish
Cabinet Refinish
Cabinet Refinish
Response time9 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mr. Handyman of Greater Sioux Falls
5.0(
8
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Hartford, SD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Call Today!

Residential
Response time1 day
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Lee Construction
5.0(
5
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Hartford, SD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

Lee Construction works hard to provide the highest quality customer service and workmanship on every job we are awarded. Since being established in 1983, Lee Construction has provided customers with a friendly rate and with a job well done. Thank you for the opportunity to service your needs. \n\nCall now at 712 551 7171 for a free estimate!

Custom Cedar deck and storm room
Kitchen done back in 2004.
2016
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Working Warrior
Working Warrior
4.6(
5
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+9 more

Serving Hartford, SD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

I pride myself on my professionalism and integrity, as well as my ability to complete \nevery job to the homeowner's expectation and total satisfaction. I never leave a job \nunfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service -\n Call today!\nThank you,\nJesse March

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House in Oceola
House in Oceola
House in Oceola
House in Oceola

+49

Response time50 mins
Response rate94%
Recommended by20%of homeowners
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Jhons First Cleaning Services
5.0(
1
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+6 more

Serving Hartford, SD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Jhons First Cleaning Services proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Hartford, SD

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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