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Top Gun Painting and Power Washing
4.6(
159
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small+4 more

Serving Ladysmith, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Top Gun Painting really saved my project. In less than a week, my home went from one of the most stressful aspects of my life and badly in need of a paint job to show-room ready-to-sell. Mr. Williamson gave me a call quickly and met with me the same day. I was hoping to have my stairwell painted and the common areas redone, and instead my whole home (ceilings, trim, kitchen cabinets, and even the stair rail!) were all completed in 2 days. I would hire Top Gun Painting for any project and trust their work and integrity. I am truly grateful for all of their hard work!"
Response time2 days
Response rate85%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Gregory's Contracting
4.9(
5
)
Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms

Serving Ladysmith, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jordan Spence was extremely professional and exceeded all expectations. I will highly recommend Jordan to anyone looking for a highly professional painter. In fact, when I am ready to have other areas of my home repainted, it will be done by Jordan Spence."
Response time3 days
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Soss' Services, LLC
4.8(
53
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Ladysmith, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Soss’ Services is a Professional, Efficient and Ethical business. Tristin and Bill were able to fix/repair many issues both inside and outside of our home…within 3 days! They painted our home’s exterior trim, rerouted our home’s outside water faucet as well as replaced our kitchen’s broken floor tiles. Other issues were also addressed…. exterior weather-worn door frames, indoor bedroom door replacements, etc.. Their experience and high standards are admirable. And, they are patient and friendly. Trust is hard earned with us…they have earned our trust."
Response time2 days
Response rate94%
Recommended by7%of homeowners
J & I Home Improvement
4.9(
6
)
Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Ladysmith, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I do not do heights and our 2 story foyer needed painting along with some drywall that had been dinged up from moving furniture up the stairway. I was extremely pleased with the exemplary care that Alex took to fix the drywall and then paint the walls and molding. If you need a job done right then I would most definitely recommend J&I Home Improvement."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Caroline Handyman
4.9(
8
)
Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Ladysmith, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Adam with Caroline Handyman was able to give us a quick and reasonable quote for the molding that we needed repaired. He did a great job repairing the damage and was super efficient while being detail oriented."
Response time8 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction
2.0(
174
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Specialty Painting - Faux Finishes

Serving Ladysmith, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When confronted with a crisis because of a copper plumbing burglary, Mr. Grady, of Grady's Painting, Plastering and Construction, willingly traveled many miles to come to my aid. Requesting only a $1.00 deposit against a $4,500.00 job, he masterfully reconstructed my nineteenth century lath and plaster hallway wall, also thoroughly compensating for a missing portion of a central stud unwittingly removed by a plumber! After his extensive search for appropriate composition and dimension of material, he replaced and replicated a section of my forty-year-old faux onyx tub surround with common white PVC sheet, tinted oil-based colors, glaze, paint brush, and a rag. His applied natural talents and superlative skills saved me thousands of dollars! On the basis of both professional conversation and knowledgeable observation, Mr. Grady possesses the intrinsic knowledge of old-world trades, the artistic capabilities, the problem=solving thought processes, and the personal work ethic to accomplish a broud scope of reconstruction and restoration."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Tomahawk Painting
4.0(
8
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small+4 more

Serving Ladysmith, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Mike Earl, owner of Tomahawk Painting has been building and painting homes in the Orange County area for 25 years. We are experts in all phases of construction and pride ourselves on customer service. Mike will personally oversee every step of your project to insure that you are thrilled with the results whether you��re changing the color of a room or remodeling the entire house.

 bold color
soft beige
 spraying ceiling
patched ceiling
Response time3 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Ladysmith, VA

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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