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King of the Painters Inc
4.7(
78
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+18 more

Serving Imperial Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We contracted King of the Painters to paint the exterior of our home in Clairemont after reading customer reviews about their services. We met with the companies owners who were very helpful in helping us select a new house paint color scheme. The workers were on time and cleaned up the work site each afternoon. We had a few issues with the job and called them to report the issues and they were very quick to come out to correct the discrepancies. We would recommend using them to anyone."
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+12

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lions Painting Inc
5.0(
28
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Exterior or Interior Surfaces - Paint RemovalExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+18 more

Serving Imperial Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Alex and the painting Crew from Lions Painting did an excellent job on my home! The whole process demonstrated a very professional approach to prepping the property using a phased system of ensuring the work was clean and thorough. I was amazed with the overall quality and finished project. I would definitely recommend this company for your painting needs."
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project

+41

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
The Painting Company, LLC
4.5(
159
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+13 more

Serving Imperial Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nile and his crew were outstanding.  Very easy to do business with.  Nile returned calls and emails promptly.  His team of painters arrived promptly each day of this three-day job and communicated their plan so I would know when they would arrive and approximately when they would finish.  The quality of the work is top notch and, for the scope of work being done, I think the price was very reasonable.  I've always done my own painting but after this experience I think I'll hang up my brush and just call Nile.
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30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Golden State Paint Service
5.0(
13
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior or Interior Surfaces - Paint RemovalExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+14 more

Serving Imperial Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very professional painting service with great knowledge about what paint would be the most durable and excellent painting skills. Plus, their communication was very good, and I was happy to have them here at our property. My home looks like new now. Would highly recommend this company. You can count on their word and skill for your painting needs. The price we paid was what we were quoted."
Repainted porch and railing
Front entry before power wash, paint and stain
Painting - Exterior Project
New color
Painting - Interior Project

+27

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
ECO Painting
4.8(
96
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+9 more

Serving Imperial Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"ECO painting not only painted the house, but also replaced rotten wood, and went above and beyond what was required. We had fragile roof tiles that were contractually required to be replaced if broken. However, none were broken. The team was professional and performed top-notch job! Will use them again in the future."
Custom Home
Going GREEN
re stucco
Going GREEN
re stucco

+1

Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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CG Pro Painting
5.0(
235
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business

Serving Imperial Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were on a tight timeline to prepare a condo apartment for listing for sale. Painters from CG Pro Painting managed to work around the tight timeline and did fantastic work, including crack repairs and fixing ceiling stains due to recent flood. We believe their exceptional work and quality really helped with the sale. Would definitely recommend them to others!"
Interior painting
Interior painting
Interior painting
Stairs
Exterior painting

+138

Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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DP Painting
4.9(
35
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+3 more

Serving Imperial Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did everything right. Attention to detail., keeping the job site clean, careful taping and prep. They painted our newly installed shaker style garage doors. They even painted the surrounding molding, which was not part of the bid. I would not hesitate to hire them again for any painting project."
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Response time1 hour
Response rate98%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Imperial Beach, 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.

The Imperial Beach, CA homeowners’ guide to painting services

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