Serving Livermore, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
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Small jobs welcome
"Adrian does an excellent job I would recommend A.S Painting to anyone"
+25
Serving Livermore, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 1995
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Emergency services offered
"I contacted Mr Costello he came out on schedule, gave me a fair price, I agreed to have the work done. Mr Costello and his crew pressure cleaned, repaired, and stained my front and back decks. They look like brand new. Exactly what I was looking for. Thanks, Mr Costello for all the excellent work."
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Serving Livermore, ME and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2020
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Emergency services offered
"The work done was spectacular and was very Happy"
Serving Livermore, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
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Credit card accepted
"Jared is truly professional in every way; timeliness, courtesy, and workmanship. He was very responsive to any questions or comments I had throughout the project, and you can tell he really cares about the quality of his work. Western Maine Painting will be my first call for all future painting projects."
Serving Livermore, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2025
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"Outstanding contractors! Spot on price quote, timely job completion. Friendly and professional attitude. They will do all my future work!"
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Serving Livermore, ME and surrounding areas
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Small jobs welcome
Offers commercial services
"I hired Eric at fresh layer interiors to paint the entire interior of my home. The quality of service was great. Eric repairs some ceilings that had damage and them paint them all including walls and trim. Eric also removed Formica from my backsplash and installed a new glass tile backsplash and it look amazing. I highly recommend Fresh Layer Interiors for any painting projects you have!"
+8
Serving Livermore, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2025
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"The owner, Banyon, did a terrific job scraping off our peeling textured ceiling, then mudded and painted it. It looks perfect! He was very professional and courteous. I would highly recommend this company."
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Serving Livermore, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
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"Harlowâ s was the best handyman you could hire. He arrived on time, completed the tasks on time, and his prices are reasonable. I will definitely hire him again."
+106
Serving Livermore, ME and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2022
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Emergency services offered
"David, you did a wonderful job installing the roof, and I truly appreciate how thorough the cleanup was afterward. Thank you so much for your hard work and professionalism."
+17
Serving Livermore, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2013
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"EXCELLENT CONTRACTOR. My project was drywall installation during a bathroom remodel. I chose Golden Rule after reading the reviews and obtaining an estimate. The price matched the budget I had set for this part of the project. The work was performed during four visits over four days (drying periods are required for drywall). Michael showed up on time each day. He was very polite and very helpful with explanation of drywall techniques and also offered advice on other household repairs I might need. The final product was perfect and ready for painting. I am very pleased and would not hesitate to use Golden Rule for any future projects."
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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