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Avatar for F. Chavez Painting and General Construction, Inc.
F. Chavez Painting and General Construction, Inc.
4.2(
145
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Serving Indian Head, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great company, fixed cracks in walls and finish my interior painting in two days, two coats of paint...price was very fair...will hire them again !"
House Exterior
House Exterior
Exterior Project
Exterior Project
Exterior Painting

+50

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Green Gardenscape
5.0(
20
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Serving Indian Head, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We provide professional services at affordable prices and no job is too big or small. We look forward to earning your business! Contact us for a consultation and let’s get started!

Text now at (571) 561-4263
Garden cleaning
Garden cleaning
Garden cleaning
Garden cleaning

+18

Response time4 hrs
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HomePro Repair & Improvements
5.0(
11
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Serving Indian Head, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Alex installed attic stairs with confidence and skill by preparing the space using advanced carpentry to to insure an exact fit. He also installed safety grab bars in 2 showers, fixed a loose bannister on the staircase, and repaired drywall defects and painted a bathroom which now looks like new construction."
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
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Fine Furniture Repair
5.0(
5
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Serving Indian Head, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Skilled Upholsterer and Furniture Repair Technician with extensive experience in furniture restoration, woodworking, cabinet building, and custom carpentry. Specializing in reading shop drawings, precision cutting, shaping, cabinet construction, and operating a wide range of power and hand tools with accuracy and attention to detail.\n\nIn addition to furniture repair and upholstery services, I provide general handyman solutions including carpentry, minor plumbing repairs, home maintenance, pressure washing, cleaning services, furniture assembly, and property improvement projects. I take pride in delivering quality craftsmanship, dependable service, and professional results while maintaining the highest safety standards.\n\nWhether you need furniture restored, cabinets built, home repairs completed, or exterior cleaning services, I am committed to providing reliable workmanship and customer satisfaction on every project.

Broken Table
Upholstery
Upholstery
Upholstery
Dmg corner dresser

+24

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FAQs for painting projects in Indian Head, MD

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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