Serving Jacksonville, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"They kept us informed of any changes in schedule. Cleaned up, painted what we asked for and more. Fantastic job. Inside of house looked brand new. I arranged this long distance then went to house."
Serving Jacksonville, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2011
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"I currentyl manage about 8 properties and Lock-N-Load has all my future painting work. They Rock!"
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Serving Jacksonville, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Communicated with Mark at Shore Thing Handyman about what I wanted, which was painting an exterior door and trim. He proposed an estimate quickly and after a discussion, I awarded him the job. It was completed the next day! The completed project looks great and Mark was easy to work with, polite and professional! I have no hesitation in recommending him. I plan to call on him again when needed."
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Serving Jacksonville, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"Very polite and friendly service. Was able to get a free in home estimate a day after calling. Price point was great for the amount of work conducted. Highly recommend and will hire for future painting jobs."
Serving Jacksonville, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Small jobs welcome
Offers commercial services
"Excellent work, fair price, and easy to work with. Will be calling them again."
Serving Jacksonville, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"We needed drywall finished in a bathroom as well as a ceiling piece due to closing up a sky light. They both look flawless! The ceiling was already textured and James did an amazing job matching the ceiling to what we already had. I am very pleased."
Serving Jacksonville, NC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2025
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Beautiful work at a fair price and completed quickly"
Serving Jacksonville, NC and surrounding areas
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Customers say: True professional
"Great experience! Reliable, fast and did a great job! All we needed were some small repairs but I look forward to using them for bigger jobs in the future."
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Serving Jacksonville, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I donâ t write many reviews but I have to for Juan. I needed my whole interior painted due to flooding. He came over to look at the scope of the job and sent me an estimate that I thought was good. I had several estimates from different companies and I went with the lowest. I was a little nervous because his company had no web presence. But he saw some issues with previous work right away and I felt comfortable with him. I am so happy with my decision. His crew was meticulous in covering my new flooring with paper, repainting previously painted doors that werenâ t done well. I appreciated Juanâ s assistance with paint selection. He is the kindest man! His entire crew is very friendly. My neighbor commented on that! They arrived on time and worked the entire day (my other neighbor commented on that!). Some days there were six workers and all were friendly and nice. When the job was finished, Juan offered to help me put everything where it belonged! They swept and washed the floors! My house is absolutely beautiful now and I canâ t thank him enough. They were so fast that they finished before my money arrived and Juan had to wait a couple days before he was paid in full. He was so kind about it. Everyone who comes in to see the work is awed. And even better, my house is finally livable and beautiful as well."
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Serving Jacksonville, NC and surrounding areas
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Credit card accepted
Customers say: True professional
"They did my wood floors and honestly did an amazing job. They have attention to detail and are very respectful and clean. I would recommend."
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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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