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Erivan Da Silva Painting
4.8(
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Erivan has done a lot of painting over the years for our triple decker - exterior and interior. This summer he painted our rental unit and as usual did a wonderful job - he shows up on time, is very neat, and does a very professional job. He also just power washed and stained our first floor porch, painted some new window trims that we'd just had replaced, and also repainted some of the trim around the porch even though we hadn't asked him to do so. It looks great! Erivan takes great pride in his work and we always feel like he's taking care of our home as if it is his own. He is also a very warm and friendly person."
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Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project

+846

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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ARCH PAINTING
4.4(
160
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Fantastic! From our first meeting with Brian Timmons to our last, we were extremely impressed. The quality of work and the employees’ professionalism was very impressive. We will be recommending Arch Painting to our family and friends!"
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+17

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Target Painting & Contracting Inc
4.9(
97
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The entire staff, from office to carpenters and painters were very professional and completely thorough in their work! Very pleased with the results. I wish I hired them 3 paint jobs ago!"
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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KLS Painting and Tiling
4.9(
62
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I am very happy with the quality of the paint job that Silas Silva of KLS Painting company performed. He proved to be an excellent choice among 5 other pros who sent the quotes. He was hired for painting exterior of my house and fences. I was especially impressed with how he and his crew meticulously scrapping, sanding &oil primer of all of the imperfection of the existing shingles, replacing and repairing any areas need to be done before the paint job and the result was like I got a brand new house. My house can be considered big enough and aged so the work was very time consuming and thanks to KLS painting professionals. I strongly recommend KLS painting to anyone who needs quality & afforable painting job."
Kitchen cabinets
Kitchen cabinets
Kitchen cabinets
Kitchen cabinets
Response time3 hrs
Response rate93%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GL Alliance Painting
5.0(
21
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"GL Alliance did the interior paint for our home. It has been such a pleasure working with them. They are professional, care deeply about attention to detail, and kept us updated throughout the process. Gracy was especially wonderful to work with. So kind and caring. I would absolutely work with them again and would highly recommend for anyone who needs paint or exterior work done on their home."
North Andover
Exterior Painting
Full exterior painting project including detailed surface preparation, power washing, carpentry replace rotten siding and trims, new columns, and new gable shingles. Prep work, sanding, cauking, 1 coat of priming, 2 coats of high-quality exterior paint from Benjamin Moore.
Exterior Painting
Exterior Painting

+24

Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
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Urbano Painting, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Hired them to paint the interior of my home. Very attentive and courteous team. Excellent communication and updates about their progress. Iâ m happy with their work and would recommend Urbano Painting to others."
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+24

Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lighthouse Painting
4.7(
139
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Lighthouse Painting just finished painting our home. The crew did a wonderful job, making sure each phase was done completely before moving on. We changed colors and after the two coats of stain, there are none of the old colors to be seen. Highly recommend them to others. The crew was easy to work with and put in full days on the job."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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G&M Painting and Cleaning, Inc.
4.7(
14
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"G&M did a wonderful job on my kitchen cabinets. They supplied the paint, while I supplied the handles and hinges I liked. The job was quoted and completed in a timely manner by this father and son company. There was a bit of overspray, however I saw how well that they had taped off the areas and knew that it was not by an oversight. When the hinges I selected did not align perfectly, they spent the extra time to make sure that they would still look great. I am very happy with out the kitchen came out. I would definitely recommend G&M for painting jobs."
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Repainted Cabinets
Repainted Cabinets

+5

Response time8 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Harvard, MA

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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