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Five Star Painting of Wilmington
4.7(
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Serving Holly Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Five Star Painting this past summer because they had done such a nice job seven years prior. They were extremely profession, from the initial call, through estimate, during the project, and following up afterwards. I would highly recommend them to family or friends."
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Lock-N-Load
4.9(
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Serving Holly Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"If you are looking for quality service with great attention to detail for a more than fair price, look no further. Steve was amazing. The quality of his work speaks volumes about his experience, and his pricing about his character. My wife and I hired Steve to do an entire interior job, which, by the end, we were blown away. Our home wasnt on the market for a week before it was rented, thanks to Steve! Will always use this business for future painting needs."
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Topsail Beach house
On river near Wallace
On river near Wallace
On river near Wallace

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Response time10 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Driftwood Painting and Property Management LLC
5.0(
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Serving Holly Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Drew of Driftwood Painting did an absolutely fantastic job painting the interior of my townhouse. He moved and put back all furniture so we didn’t have to, and my house was very clean when he was done. There was nothing for us to do but put things back on the walls and enjoy our beautifully freshly painted walls. He also pressure washed the outside and did a fantastic job. Our home feels and looks brand new again."
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TJP Painting and Property Services, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Holly Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Travis is very talented and takes so much pride in his work! He and Kyle did an amazing job painting. We practically had our whole house inside painted by then, and it looks like a different home. Travis took the time to make our walls and ceilings perfect before painting them. We are so pleased, and we highly recommend. We plan on using him for future projects in our home"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate92%
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LMJ General Construction, LLC
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Serving Holly Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My overall experience was outstanding. Luis came out on Sunday and gave me an estimate and started work 24 hours later. In 2 hours installed railings for my front porch stairs. Absolutely perfect. Recommend LMJ. Thank you Luis and your crews. Bob Foster"
Driveway Complete 2 weeks later
Double door 10' gate ready to be use!!
New Driftwood Architecture shingles
Cracked driveway
Existing wood fence knock by wind

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Response time5 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Holly Ridge, NC

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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