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House Painting, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Highland Park, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I cannot recommend House Painting Inc enough. After extensive online research, getting estimates, reading a myriad of reviews, and checking contractor licenses, I can honestly say I picked one of the very best companies to paint the exterior of my house. I contacted them at the beginning of June and got an appointment right away. James came by and did a thorough walkthrough and explained how they worked, showed me references and pictures. I received the estimate a few hours later and was really relieved to see the highest-rated company had the lowest price. I booked the job for mid-July without issues. Son and Martin showed up every day on time, were beyond helpful, and answered all the questions we had. Their prep work was fantastic, they took their time since a lot of my window sills were old and rotted. Also, they patched the stucco around the house so well, I cannot tell there was an issue. They were super professional and respectful. They completed the job this past weekend and I am so happy with how it turned out and the quality of the work. I highly, highly recommend them and will certainly be using them again in the future! Thank you House Painting Inc."
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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Jose's Painting
4.9(
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Serving Highland Park, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1970

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I highly recommend Jose's Painting L.A. I contracted with them to paint my 2.5 story craftsman home with a lot of detail and they did a beautiful job. I loved the fact that I received a fast itemized quote so I knew exactly what to expect. The workers were all professional and courteous. Also the work area was cleaned up everyday before they left. I would definitely use them again."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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James White Painting
4.7(
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Serving Highland Park, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1973

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The large paint crew came early and finished my one story house by 4pm. They painted the stucco, trim, siding and gates. The work was neat and professional, and the crew polite and cooperative. Jame's price was excellent and lower than the other two estimates I obtained. My house looks wonderful!!"
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Daniel Clark
4.7(
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Serving Highland Park, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had the trim on my house and garage painted by Daniel Clark. They did a good job: showed up when they said they would, finished when they said they would, and even repaired some damaged areas they found when they were prepping the house."
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+227

Response time10 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Anytime Painting
4.3(
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Serving Highland Park, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I'm a retired aerospace engineer and my wife a retired accountant so we're both highly detailed oriented. Jon and his painting crew were congenial and very co-operative. Our exterior house painting took four and one half days. More than half of that time was dedicated to surface preparation. We were completely satisfied with the finished product in every respect."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Anytime House Painting
4.6(
14
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Serving Highland Park, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Painted very well. Fixed a couple of very small defects found at the end of job inspection - right away, without any issues. A few months later, still no concerns about the paint job."
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20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Creative Living Painting Inc.
4.6(
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Serving Highland Park, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a wonderful experience with Creative Living Painting. After shopping around, we found out they were reasonably priced. They started the project right away and finished it in a timely manner. It looks beautiful. The 2-man crew was respectful of us and our property, and they did an excellent job. Jayson, the owner, was terrific as well; he helped us pick out the exact colors for the exterior and front door, and he made suggestions to add to the curb appeal. I would highly recommend them"
Repair, Finish
Repair and painting
Historic - Echo Park
paint and wood siding
Repair and painting

+96

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Highland Park, CA

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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