Serving Hume, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2011
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Credit card accepted
"We have used 2nd Street Painting for numerous projects including interior and exterior paint as well as hardwood flooring installation. They’ve always done great work and made sure that the project was done to our satisfaction."
+19
Serving Hume, IL and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
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Customers say: True professional
"Very easy to work with. Kept me informed of any potential problems, there were none but I appreciated the info. Very professional and cleaned up the area, would definitely recommend Chupp Construction and would hire them again."
Serving Hume, IL and surrounding areas
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Small jobs welcome
I am a Union tradesman \nPlasterer \nPainter\nCaulker\nWater proofer\nRoofer\nI can do so much more over the years ive become very talented in many construction environments. I habe osha 30 and various boom lifts, and scaffolding equipment.
Serving Hume, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2021
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Emergency services offered
"Max made our older house look like new. He was friendly, courteous and professional and got the job done timely!"
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Serving Hume, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2020
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Emergency services offered
"CU Midwest Designs stripped the popcorn off our ceilings and painted the ceilings and walls throughout our entire home. The did an excellent job. They were professional and helpful throughout the process."
+63
Serving Hume, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 1983
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"There were things that came up unexpected and they helped me complete the project even with the unexpected. They are very flexible."
Serving Hume, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2003
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"House was originally painted in 2006. Advertising from company says paint lasts a lifetime, but unfortunately it doesn't....Nothing lasts a lifetime and warranty is only good for owners at the time of service. With our initial telephone call I was told that the person I needed to schedule with was out of the country for 2 weeks and they would have him call me upon his return. After almost 3 weeks, he didn't call so I had to call the office back. The process of getting him out to look at the areas that needed to be touched up took several more weeks, each time with me calling the office. This was also very frustrating since the only person that could help me worked part-time, so it was hit or miss to reach her when I called, and it was hit or miss for her to return my telephone calls. After several weeks I was finally told the painter would be out on a certain day to do the work. He and I walked around the house so I could show him the areas. It was kind of a wasted effort as he missed spots I pointed out. During the initial painting in 2006, the garage windows (2) were not painted at all. He took care of those, as well as having to repaint 3 kitchen windows....All the windows that were done were painted shut AGAIN!
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+27
Serving Hume, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"CU Midwest Designs stripped the popcorn off our ceilings and painted the ceilings and walls throughout our entire home. The did an excellent job. They were professional and helpful throughout the process."
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Serving Hume, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"It was really great! They came on time and were super friendly. The job was well done and I would definitely hire again to do some more paintings."
+19
Serving Hume, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 1972
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Dave is very prompt, professional and friendly. I highly recommend using him for any of your paint projects!"
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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