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TRINITY QUALITY PAINTING
5.0(
35
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Serving Janesville, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Angel and his crew were professional and courteous with their work. I was given daily updates on their progress. Trinity painting goes above and beyond for their customers.Wallworth the price ."
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Joas Painting, LLC
4.7(
46
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Serving Janesville, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"We recently had Joas Painting paint a large part of our home and 2 of our entry doors. They did an awesome job! The guys were all very friendly and anything we asked of them they tended too. I would highly recommend them. The painting they did was excellent and we are picky!! 5 stars"
Response time2 days
Response rate95%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Jimmy's Painters
4.8(
23
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Serving Janesville, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jimmy was very dedicated in doing a fantastic job for painting my one bedroom.Some painter's won't bother just painting 1 room,but he did with very short notice.He was friendly and would hire again for future projects,"
Response time1 day
Response rate97%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Michael's Painting
4.4(
62
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Serving Janesville, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have hired Michael's Painting a few times, (recently last fall for our garage) to paint our house and detached garage. It is a very personal and professional experience. Michael is quick to respond and personally shows up throughout the project. His team takes pride in their work and are immaculate with clean up. Our garage from last fall looks great! We will hire Michael's Painting again and again."
Exterior Painting
Exterior Painting
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Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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4 Lakes Painting, LLC
4.9(
9
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Serving Janesville, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional. They went above and beyond. Cleanup was great. The job was a lot of work and the three color combo looks fantastic. Hire them, ask for some business cards and keep one in your wallet should the occasion arise to promote their business."
Historical Restoration
Historical Restoration
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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BM Paintingllc
5.0(
6
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Serving Janesville, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

BMPAITNING LLC is a high-quality painting business delivering satisfaction guaranteed to our customers for over a decade. We cover any painting services while delivering the best prices for the best quality job attainable. Give a call today commitment free for a free estimate.

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CertaPro Painters
4.3(
75
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Serving Janesville, WI 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
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
Cesar Lorenzo
5.0(
2
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Serving Janesville, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

I started painting when I was 17 years old. My brother and I painted a whole condo when COVID hit, and that's what put food on the table. Even though it was a hard task to accomplish, I was able to watch and learn from a lot of people. Later, I entered into a fast-paced painting company with jobs brought by CertaPro. I learned the good and bad things about painting and drywall. Throughout the years, I have learned that my customers are the very first thing that comes to mind when I do a job for them. Quality goes a long way.

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J Win Painting
5.0(
2
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Serving Janesville, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With over 15 years of experience in the painting industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all of your painting needs. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give J WIN PAINTING a call today, we look forward to working with you!

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Janesville, WI

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 Janesville, WI homeowners’ guide to painting services

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