Serving Livingston, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Owner showed up on time for quote and for each day of painting (he did all of the work himself on our job) and did a great job on the timeline he had provided us. Excellent work, easy communication, excellent price, would definitely use again."
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Serving Livingston, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2019
Free estimates
Customers say: Quality work
"ALB/Tony were great painters. Everything you could ask for as far as meticulous, neat and professional. Very thorough in their preparation, painting and post-painting clean up. Would recommend highly recommend them for both internal and external paint projects."
+19
Serving Livingston, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"EJ Painting; Eric was very professional. He is meticulous with painting as well as clean up. He did an outstanding job on making our house look new again. In addition, he is friendly and honest."
+75
Serving Livingston, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 1996
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Mark came quickly and gave us an estimate . They were ready to start within a few days and came when they said they would. They removed the wallpaper and had to do a significant amount of patching and sanding. They did the job effectively and efficiently. They left our home cleaned up and ready to paint. The walls were in excellent condition. We would hire them again."
Serving Livingston, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2002
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"They really went out of their way fixing a hole in the ceiling. They patched the hole perfectly and painted, but the paint didn't match. So for only $30 extra they took a sample to the store, matched the paint, bought some paint, and re-did the painting! They are very fair and honest and did a great job for us. For sure will re hire."
+44
Serving Livingston, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1995
Free estimates
Customers say: Quality work
"Punctual, approachable, give honest Opinions. Very friendly. Relatable. Think in customers shoes. Give very good price. Would hire them for any painting job."
+11
Serving Livingston, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1989
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Our house was in desperate need of painting and we brought Worry Free in to provide us with an estimate. Their price was more than competitive and their customer service was far better than I could have anticipated. From start to finish, the crew was professional, curious and focused on providing a positive experience. Our neighbors actually commented on how much care they put into protecting our landscaping and how professional the crew was. It’s amazing what a fresh coat of paint can do because our home looks great! These guys truly make it “Worry Free”"
+19
Serving Livingston, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Outstanding service, beautiful mariculture paint job done in a very timely fashion. Highly recommend them"
+360
Serving Livingston, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2021
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Rafael did a Good job painting my 2 doors"
+22
Serving Livingston, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Valle Painting has done an excellent painting job on my front home door! I highly recommend its painting services."
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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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