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Alvin's Painting
4.7(
140
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+3 more

Serving Lakeland, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Alvin's Painting has been serving Baton Rouge and the surrounding community since 2005. In that time, we have established ourselves as your premier choice for any and all of your painting needs. We recognize what a fresh coat of paint can do for a home or office, and make sure that we always have a full understanding of what your vision is before starting the project. From interior to exterior, residential to commercial we can help you with your project.

Alvin's Painting
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
AAA Repairs & Painting, LLC
5.0(
12
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+3 more

Serving Lakeland, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mr Glenn was amazing!! My paint job looks phenomenal! He always showed up when he said he would! He's very knowledgeable and skilled at what he does!!"
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by27%of homeowners
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NRAMS,llc.
4.8(
16
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Metal Roofing - PaintMetal Roofing - Paint- For Business

Serving Lakeland, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a great experience with the team at nrams. They washed the entirety of my property and sanded and caulked all the sidings on the home. They then painted the house perfectly. It has been restored back to new I am over the moon and strongly recommend NRAMS!"
Completed
House prep
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Prepping House to paint
Exterior Painting

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7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by8%of homeowners
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Wright Brother Construction Services
4.8(
4
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Lakeland, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tractor Services
5.0(
3
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsPainting or Staining - Small Projects - For Business

Serving Lakeland, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

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 the start to the 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. \n

Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ernest Plumbing Tech
5.0(
1
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+7 more

Serving Lakeland, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With years of experience in the plumbing industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home. We handle all of your plumbing needs with great care. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Ernest Plumbing Tech a call today, we look forward to working with you! \n

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Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Lakeland, LA

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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