Serving Ipswich, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"We are very pleasant to have High Definition paint service to work on our house. The crew professionally filled, sanded and painted the entire exterior. I am very happy with the paint result and I highly recommend High Definition."
+32
Serving Ipswich, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1997
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Timely quote given. Project scheduled a few weeks later. Unfortunately will require some touch up painting but they left matching paint thankfully, otherwise would have been higher rating."
+17
Serving Ipswich, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1990
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"My crew from NSP was amazing. Professional, courteous, kind and on point to get the task done. Large 2 story colonial with addition and ovs garage. I believe it took total of 5 days because of early weather in October 22. No paint chips on ground, very conscious of my shrubs and gardens, you would not even know they were painting. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this outstanding company and would not hesitate to have them paint my home again. The price was very fair, the warranty good but most of all they always stayed in touch to let me know what was going to happen etc. My team, Frank, Benjamin and Valerio were amazing. Peter the owner and coordinator did a great job. Thank you again. My neighbors stopped to tell me how great my home looks and asked for the name of the painters for them in springtime. Thats says much about Northshore Painting. Great job, great professionalism, great job. VCM Billerica Ma"
+5
Serving Ipswich, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2014
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Rafael and his crew of painters worked with me to complete an exterior transformation of my home in Boxborough. The work included power washing and staining the clapboard southern front and eastern side of the house, as well as painting the house cellular PVC trim and the new front door surround on the southern exposure of the house. The painting was done with care and efficiency, while at the same time ensuring that the work was completed at a high standard. All this was done at a fair price. They will return in the new year, once construction work on the west side of the house is completed, to stain the clapboards on the northern rear of the house and western side, as well as paint the cellular PVC trim. I highly recommend Pontes Painting, they provide a professional painting service at a fair price."
+10
Serving Ipswich, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"I highly recommend hiring Ortiz Solutions!! I hired Eder, who owns Ortiz Solutions, to paint exterior walls, sand / refinish a built in hutch, plaster, sand and paint ceilings. The price was very reasonable. His crew was very professional and went above and beyond!! My ceilings, walls and hutch look brand new!! I am a very happy customer!!"
+52
Serving Ipswich, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"We are extremely pleased with the work Silas did for us, painting the exterior of our home. He is very professional and detail oriented. Our house looks amazing. Silas is great to work with and always prompt. He has also done interior painting and deck staining for us. We are very happy with all of his work and highly recommend him."
Serving Ipswich, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"This company repainted two warehouse units I own and did a great job. I have done some internal house painting myself so I can appreciate the fine job- good straight lines between paint of different colors on wall and ceiling, even quality paint coverage, just generally first rate. Would recommend."
+83
Serving Ipswich, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"I would highly recommend Star Painting for outdoor or indoor Painting projects. Edson came to my home and not only agreed to paint my deck and porch, but suggested that I have the bulkhead and door trimmings painted as well. The Painter also painted my front door for the same price. I received a contract via email which listed the agreed upon painting areas and price. I am very satisfied with the excellent service of Star Painting and the Painter that completed the job."
Serving Ipswich, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Nick did a great job. We will definitely use color life again. Showed up on time. Did our painting for a very competitive price. Left everything very clean. I would highly recommend this company"
+11
Serving Ipswich, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Chris and his team just finished painting 7 rooms, trim and doors in my house! I am speechless at the transformation of my home. Day one when he came in with equipment and not just paint and a brush, I knew this was not going to be just your average paint job like I have paid for in the past. The amount of work they did prepping my walls and moldings makes it looks like I got new sheet rock and plaster done! He has an eye for color choices that looks amazing. I am so pleased with the outcome. His crew was thorough, clean and a joy to have in my home! I will definitely refer him to everyone."
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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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