Serving Houston, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2004
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Everything was carried out professionally and beyond my expectations! Painting and trim was perfection and they left me a little paint for touchups.Price was fair and they were very pleasant to have around!! Would definitely recommend ????"
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Serving Houston, DE and surrounding areas
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In business since 1987
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"They did an excellent job. We were very satisfied. They did a good job cleaning up. They were very polite and friendly. They even put the pictures back on the wall and the stuff above the cabinets and we would definitely recommend them."
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Serving Houston, DE and surrounding areas
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In business since 2021
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"The final look was absolutely beautiful. A certain color i picked didn’t look how i expected it to & they were more than willing to paint over and redo that section with a different color of my choice. Everyone was very respectful & professional. I will be calling back for more inside work!"
Serving Houston, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"He did a good paint job also on my decks He was on time, positive, polite, efficient. Highly recommend. He dies handyman work also"
+69
Serving Houston, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Alejandro is great. Great follow through and competitive prices."
Serving Houston, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2013
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Very personable. Easy to work with. Took their time to safeguard our property. Hung a large antique tapestry high up. Also hung several antique oil paintings. And hung a large shelf. I will use this company again. And will also refer them. We are very, very happy with their work!"
+10
Serving Houston, DE and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"This contractor was punctual and did exactly what I imagined. The employees were respectful. No mess left behind , will definitely hire again."
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Serving Houston, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1995
Free estimates
"Epic was extremely professional and honest. They gave us a quote, a start date and end date, and all commitments were met on time. The painting was excellent, neat and clean. . Just a side note, my sister fell while they were here working and they jumped right in to help her. I would highly recommend Epic and I will hire them again for our next job. Thank you, Epic."
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Serving Houston, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"Alfonso was prompt and did a great job with hanging crates for shelving as well as a canopy in our daughter’s room. He was also very professional. His pricing was very reasonable. I will definitely consider hiring him again for future projects!"
+35
Serving Houston, DE and surrounding areas
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In business since 2024
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Professional, accurate, timely, reasonable rates, great personality.. thank God for his services.. I will definitely be using his company for many more project and recommending to others.."
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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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