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King of the Painters Inc
4.7(
78
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We contracted King of the Painters to paint the exterior of our home in Clairemont after reading customer reviews about their services. We met with the companies owners who were very helpful in helping us select a new house paint color scheme. The workers were on time and cleaned up the work site each afternoon. We had a few issues with the job and called them to report the issues and they were very quick to come out to correct the discrepancies. We would recommend using them to anyone."
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+12

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Lions Painting Inc
5.0(
26
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Alex did a great job painting the inside of our condo. He was punctual, clean and very professional. Our complex also hired them to do some exterior painting and that also went very well. We highly recommend Lions Painting."
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project

+41

Response time1 day
Recommended by76%of homeowners
The Painting Company, LLC
4.5(
159
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nile Schmidt is a true professional. I had him paint the outside and inside of a rehab I purchased in late 2008. Almost 1 decade later and the paint job has held up very, very well as I had a contractor over recently who thought the work had been done in the last 2 years (prompting me to write this review). Nile is great and easy to work with and his team is prompt and meticulous. If you want quality work done in a timely fashion at a reasonable price, I can't recommend anyone better than Nile and The Painting Company!"
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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The Painting Company, LLC
4.7(
83
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I waited to do this review because I wanted to be objective about the job. The quality of the paint job in the end was very good. The sales person was great. Unfortunately, getting the painting done on the house was not so smooth. It was supposed to be about ten days, it lasted 15 days. The painters arrived late and left early. They blocked my driveway, painted the garage door that was supposed to be stained, left full trash bags in the side yard for days, kept telling me my house was the biggest house most complicated house they had ever painted and worked on their cars in my driveway and at the curb. I am sure I am missing something. The job was understaffed and about 40% more expensive than other quotes."
Exterior Project
Ocean Beach Exterior
Commercial Building Exterior
Garage Epoxy Flooring
Interior Painting

+121

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Golden State Paint Service
5.0(
12
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Family owned/operated painting service. Laura and Brandon are THE PAINTING PROFESSIONALS. Outstanding knowledge of different paints and proper applications. Super fair pricing and completed the job on time. I will use Golden State Paint Service again weather it be interior/exterior/staining or any painting needs. Many thanks to Laura and Brandon. Simply, job well done !"
Repainted porch and railing
Front entry before power wash, paint and stain
Painting - Exterior Project
New color
Painting - Interior Project

+27

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
ECO Painting
4.8(
95
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Raul was top-notch from start to finish. His workers are amazing and I am very very happy with the results! He was reasonable and excellent at communication. I would recommend him to anyone! He uses excellent quality paint if someone is going to work that hard and repainting the whole place it should be done with the best paint."
Custom Home
Going GREEN
re stucco
Going GREEN
re stucco

+1

Response time11 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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CG Pro Painting
5.0(
235
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have used CG PRO PAINTING SERVICES 5 or 6 times for paint and stain projects from exterior trim, fences, interior windows, and ceiling renovations. Several different crews have been involved and all were pleasant, fast, productive, and clean ... the quality was always excellent. Starting on schedule has been a minor issue."
Interior painting
Interior painting
Interior painting
Stairs
Exterior painting

+138

Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
Painting by Bello
4.9(
47
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jorge is a perfectionist! Painted our entire home interior and twice stained our exterior deck. Super attention to detail and pointing out things I didnâ t even ask for. Kept exactly to his estimate. Knowledgeable about products and options. Pleasant to have in our home. Even cleaned our chandelier for us! I have already recommended Jorge Bello to friends, and will use his services again for sure."
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting

+156

Response time1 day
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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DP Painting
4.9(
35
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did everything right. Attention to detail., keeping the job site clean, careful taping and prep. They painted our newly installed shaker style garage doors. They even painted the surrounding molding, which was not part of the bid. I would not hesitate to hire them again for any painting project."
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Stain
Response time1 hour
Response rate98%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rex Painting Inc
5.0(
21
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I recently hired Rex Painting Inc. for a paint job, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. The team was professional, on time, and paid great attention to detail. They did a fantastic job prepping, painting, and cleaning up afterward—everything looks clean and flawless."
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Exterior Painting Project
Exterior Painting Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Exterior Painting Project

+9

Recommended by77%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in La Mesa, 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.

The La Mesa, CA homeowners’ guide to painting services

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