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Avatar for Handy Home Service & Repair
Handy Home Service & Repair
5.0(
15
)
Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Lester, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We specialize in Handyman Services, Home Repair, Home Improvement, Rotten Wood Repair, Framing & Decking, Flooring Replacement & Repair, Window Repair & Replacement, Interior Painting, and more!We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. Whether you just need a Roof Repaired or You?re Finally Ready to Build that new Man Cave / She Shed, We work closely with You to understand Your Vision, Preferences , and Budget. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering Our Customers a Simple, Pain Free Experience with Clear Job Planning & Easy To Read Contracts that Outline Customer Expectations and Pricing as well as Delivering A High Quality Service and High Quality Product

Replaced Exterior Door
Replaced Exterior Door
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project

+16

Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Robbie's Home Renovation
5.0(
6
)
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+4 more

Serving Lester, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"We hired Robbie’s Home Renovations for multiple projects. He has removed the popcorn ceilings, painted the entire interior of the house including all trim, painted all cabinets, replaced the back door, and repairer a water leak. All his work is done professionally and all his employees are very respectful. I highly recommend this business and plan to use it again for several more projects in the future."
Pine rd
Pine rd
Pine rd
Painted interior of house
Painted interior of house

+21

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Elite Exteriors & Renovations
5.0(
6
)
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+5 more

Serving Lester, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With over 15 years of experience our team at Elite Exteriors & Renovations, LLC specializes in transforming your outdoor living space with custom deck and patio designs. Our expert craftsmen use high-quality materials to create a stunning and functional outdoor area that enhances your home's value and your quality of life. We offer high quality work, with competitve pricing so give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!

Give us a call today! 256-434-7449
Give us a call today! 256-434-7449
Give us a call today! 256-434-7449
Give us a call today! 256-434-7449
Give us a call today! 256-434-7449

+10

Response time7 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for All Area Services
All Area Services
4.9(
9
)
Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Lester, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

All Area Garage Doors 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.

GARGAE DOOR
PLANT DOOR
IRON & ALES
GARAGE DOOR
TRUCK DOOR REPAIR

+24

Response time5 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by44%of homeowners
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Tucks Flooring
5.0(
4
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small+2 more

Serving Lester, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

"Painted my outside shop. Found some rotted wood, showed it to me, and took it down while I went and got some new wood. Painted that and then put it back up. It was extremely hot but he hung right in there. The job was done professionally and on time. He cleaned my yard up like it was when he got here. I highly recommend him."
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FAQs for painting projects in Lester, AL

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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