Serving Lewistown, PA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2018
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Customers say: True professional
"Excellent interior painting, would hire again!"
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Serving Lewistown, PA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2013
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"They were on time, did a wonderful job and were very friendly. Would recommend for any job you have."
Serving Lewistown, PA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
Credit card accepted
Offers commercial services
143 Painting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 20 years of experience serving Bernville and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
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Serving Lewistown, PA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2021
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Emergency services offered
"Communicating via: phone call/text/email on time with the scheduling for repairs. Shows up on time. Repairs are done within the exact time frame without hassle. Nice and clean work."
Serving Lewistown, PA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2010
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Small jobs welcome
"He had great customer service!! I had NO problems with him! Very reliable, Reasonable pricing! Will call again!! Thanks again"
Serving Lewistown, PA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
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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! We are a small family owned business, if you call you can expect to talk with the owner of the company. Owner will be on the project himself. We are factory trained and certified.
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Serving Lewistown, PA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
Offers commercial services
Customers say: Quick response
Darbys constructions is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 2 years of experience serving Harrisburg, PA and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
Serving Lewistown, PA and surrounding areas
In business since 1980
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"David did a great job painting our shutters! He responded quickly with an accurate quote when I was inquiring, was easy to schedule with, and completed the job perfectly."
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Serving Lewistown, PA and surrounding areas
In business since 2014
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Foyer and kitchen wallpaper removed, drywall repair, painting of ceiling, walls and trim took a bit longer than I expected but finished product looks great!"
Serving Lewistown, PA and surrounding areas
In business since 2023
Free estimates
"They were very good and reliable. The work was done on time."
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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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