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Avatar for Heritage Painting of Knoxville LLC
Heritage Painting of Knoxville LLC
5.0(
9
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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+1 more

Serving Lake City, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Heritage Painting of Knoxville LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Baby Room
Exterior Painting
Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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PAPO PRO PAINTERS, LLC
5.0(
14
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small+1 more

Serving Lake City, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Samuel and his team go above and beyond to deliver great service, product and experience. They're very skilled painters and very diligent in their work paying attention to detail. They chose high quality products and made sure I was able to get the color I liked after a few iterations. I am very happy with the end results of the job. My all brown cabin now looks updated and polished and very upscale after their job is done. I will post more photos after the renovation is complete. I am very happy with the team and will be working with them more."
Full house project
Full house project
Full house project
Full House-Outdoor
Full House-Outdoor

+6

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for CE Painting & Remodeling
CE Painting & Remodeling
5.0(
2
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Lake City, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

CE Painting & Remodeling is your ultimate destination for premium paint solutions. Our team of skilled painters is dedicated to perfecting your spaces with precision and creativity. Whether it's rejuvenating interiors with captivating color palettes or revitalizing exteriors, we specialize in bringing life to surfaces. We prioritize client satisfaction and employ innovative techniques to achieve impeccable paint results. Trust CE Painting & Remodeling to turn your paint visions into stunning reality, one brushstroke at a time.

Response time4 hrs
Response rate93%
Norris Wake
4.9(
9
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small ProjectsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+1 more

Serving Lake City, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Fast to respond. Same day quote. On time. Fairly priced. Good quality work. All around very good company. I would definitely recommend them."
Response time8 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Fritts Home Services LLC
4.9(
8
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Lake City, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Isaac did a great job doing various handyman and painting services for me inside a rental home. I would absolutely use him again. Like anyone, clear communications create clear expectations, whether it is Isaac or any company, and make no assumptions. He's a great guy and showed up when he said and didn't waste material."
Bedroom before paint
Entry before paint
Bedroom After paint
Kitchen after
Bathroom before

+5

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Cox Painting
0.0(
1
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Lake City, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We have over 30 years of experience in the business. Here at Cox Painting, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Clark Painting & Home Repair
New to Angi
Exterior or Interior Surfaces - Paint Removal

Serving Lake City, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

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Stefan Prisecaru
New to Angi
Exterior or Interior Surfaces - Paint Removal

Serving Lake City, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Hi there! I’m Stefan. I recently relocated to Knoxville and am looking to establish myself as a trusted, quality contractor for remodeling projects.\n\nI have over 15 years of experience in remodeling and new construction, with the last several years focused primarily on interior painting and wood, laminate, and vinyl flooring installation. I take pride in quality workmanship, attention to detail, keeping a clean work area, and completing projects properly and on time.\n\nI know anyone can say they do great work, so I’ll let my work speak for itself. What I can promise is that I won’t consider a job complete until it’s done right, and I believe in being honest and straightforward with every customer.\n\nWhether you need interior painting, flooring installation, repairs, or simply want to refresh a room, I’d be happy to discuss your project and provide a fair, transparent estimate.\n\nI look forward to the opportunity to work with you and help bring your project to life!

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FAQs for painting projects in Lake City, TN

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 Lake City, TN homeowners’ guide to painting services

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