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Avatar for Javier Ruiz Hardwood Flooring and Painting
Javier Ruiz Hardwood Flooring and Painting
4.9(
97
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Highland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Javier and his team did a great job on our floors - so good, we had him come back and paint! Very thorough, totally revived our very scuffed and scratched floors. Did drywall repairs before paining; everything looks brand new!"
Hardwood Flooring Sales/Installation/Refinishing Project
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+59

Response time8 hrs
Response rate90%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
A-1 Painters/Improvements
4.5(
32
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+2 more

Serving Highland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"A-1 Painters did a fantastic job painting four rooms in my home, as well as the ceiling beams in my family room. They had previously painted the exterior of my home, which is why I contacted them to do this job. I highly recommend this company. If you are looking for a profrssional team to complete your project in a timely fashion, then this is the only business you need to call. The team was approachable, arrived on time, and left the job every day neat and clean. I will be calling them again for any future project of mine that needs attention. Suzanne S."
Bath Tile
Cabinet Install
New Kitchen Cabinet install
New Kitchen Cabinet install
New rail and floor

+1

Response time2 days
Recommended by89%of homeowners
European Craftsman and Remodeling
4.8(
83
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+18 more

Serving Highland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We used Anton and his team for remodeling our basement and garage after we had water damage. They put up replacement pieces of sheetrock which looked amazing. Absolutely no lines just perfectly level walls. Their workmanship was outstanding. The owner was on site a lot of the time and his team worked very neatly. The painting was simply outstanding. The room looks like brand new. Pricing was extremely fair especially for such quality, high end work. Anton and European Craftsman will be our only call the next time we need work done. Thank you Anton!"
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Goni Painting & Home Services
Goni Painting & Home Services
4.6(
19
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsMetal Roofing - Paint+2 more

Serving Highland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Goni was good. On time did what he said he was going to do on the exterior of my house and windows. I will say he might have rushed at one point because some paint got on some bricks. Goni said he's going to come back in April to power wash, not sure why in April, but that's what he said. Either way he did a good job. If you're looking for the neatest painter on the exterior of your house he might not be your choice. That being said I will hire him again. Also he showed pictures of other jobs that he did that were very good and neat. I also found the price very reasonable. There was one person who offered to do it a little cheaper but still chose Goni because how he carried himself."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate95%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hammer Down Construction
4.8(
29
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Highland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Chris did an excellent job repairing three doors that needed adjusting. He realigned locks, strike plates and ensured there was a good seal when closed. He also pointed out a bare wood strip on the side of the door that was swelling in the humidity making the door stick. He planed the edge and painted it so that the swelling would no longer be an issue. He cleaned up and charged a reasonable amount for the work he did. I have already hired him to do some additional work. I highly recommend this company."
Framing
Same time during construction
Kitchen
Same time during construction
Same time during construction

+15

Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Brothers Construction
4.7(
181
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Exterior or Interior Surfaces - Paint RemovalInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+1 more

Serving Highland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Urgent painting service, our house needed old doors and drywall repainted. I recently hired SwiftHand Painting Team for a painting job and I'm glad I did. Their attention to detail was impeccable and they made sure my house's doors and drywall were painted very well. They completed the job on time and I am very happy with the results. I would highly recommend them for any painting service; You will not be disappointed!"
Response time2 days
Response rate90%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Highland, NY

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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