Serving Lakewood, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1980
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"House Painting Inc did a fantastic job. They were very reliable and professional. They did the job quickly but carefully."
+10
Serving Lakewood, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1970
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"I highly recommend Jose's Painting L.A. I contracted with them to paint my 2.5 story craftsman home with a lot of detail and they did a beautiful job. I loved the fact that I received a fast itemized quote so I knew exactly what to expect. The workers were all professional and courteous. Also the work area was cleaned up everyday before they left. I would definitely use them again."
+67
Serving Lakewood, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1981
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Berger's Painting was awesome to work with. They helped us painting our whole house."
+28
Serving Lakewood, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1978
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"The house exterior was power washed, the stucco was repaired, cracks in the wood filled, peeling paint was removed and the entire exterior of the house was painted including the patio cover. When the job was completed, the painters cleaned up and left paint for touch ups. My house looks terrific. From the outside, the house looks brand new. I am very satisfied with the painting, and I would recommend Rick Jamison Painting to anyone looking for a painter."
+20
Serving Lakewood, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Very good experience. The preparation was good. The painting came out really good and they clean up after the work. The price was perfect with the job that they did."
+28
Serving Lakewood, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Francisco was my go to painting expert and he finished job earlier than promised time. He and his team did an amazing job and i cannot be happier. I highly recommend Wizard painting!"
+14
Serving Lakewood, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Very professional and precise painting."
+6
Serving Lakewood, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2006
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"Perez Painting did a great job painting our new office space! They completed the job in 48 hours and the office looks amazing!"
Serving Lakewood, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Dan at Forest Painting was very helpful throughout our project. He communicated with us throughout and gave us good advice on several occasions. Luis (foreman) and Fransisco were great and very responsive to everything we asked of them. They even did a little extra touch up painting inside the house for no extra charge that we greatly appreciated. The exterior of our house looks great and we have received several compliments from neighbors on how it looks!"
+40
Serving Lakewood, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Charles Keith and his staff were great to work with. They worked full days, very diligent, true professionals. They did an outstanding job, I would definitely hire them again and recommend West Way Painting to others."
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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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