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Avatar for King of the Painters Inc
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

"This was an exemplary and professional job. The staff, painters, carpenters and managers were on the job until complete. Constant contact, updates and suggestions. Ernesto, Alberto and Gian were central to the success of this project. They truly are King of the Painters, bar non. Hard workers, diligent worker and professional workers. Work well together and helped each other achieve maximum performance and effect. My wife and I loved the end results and so do my neighbors. Thank you, The King of Painters, a job well done!"
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+12

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 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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92 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
ECO Painting
4.8(
96
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 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

"Raul is a true Professional, The other companies suggested to me are no competition to his company ECO Paint I wil use their services again.. Cost of project very reasonable pricing.. Highly recommend ..Job Well Done"
Custom Home
Going GREEN
re stucco
Going GREEN
re stucco

+1

Response time1 day
11 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
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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NOBEL PAINTING
4.9(
9
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+2 more

Serving Imperial Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very professional company. From the beginning I was promptly provided a detailed estimate and given reassurance with any questions I had. The work that Nobel Painting provided was excellent and I am very happy with their service! They transformed my house and made sure everything was immaculate before leaving my premises. I would highly recommend Nobel Painting to everyone!"
Response time2 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Avatar for CertaPro Painters
CertaPro Painters
4.3(
75
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Imperial Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The entire Certa Pro team supervised by Mario Mesa, was very polite, professional, extremely cooperative and very meticulous when it came to painting our home. We could not have asked for a better crew. They did an outstanding job. We would also like to thank Matt Unger our sales representative."
Garage Painting
Interior Prep
Exterior
Exterior
Interior

+1

Recommended by94%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.

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