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360 Painting of Northeast PA
4.0(
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Serving Lock Haven, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The crew at 360 Painting did a great job with this project. They took their time, asked for feedback along the way, offered suggestions, and did a quality job. The crew was kind, respectful, and professional. I felt like they treated my home like they would treat their own (if not better). They even offered to do some "hard-to-reach cleaning" for me while they had their ladders and scaffolding up. Before leaving, everyone made sure what they did met our expectations (which it did). The only reason I gave them a B for punctuality is because the job took longer than originally estimated. Although, they admitted there was a lot more work (fixing drywall) than they originally thought. However, they stuck to their original price and did a great job. I wouldn't hesitate to have them back in my home to do additional work."
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
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Southeastern Coatings
New to Angi

Serving Lock Haven, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

At Southeastern Coatings, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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SB Land Management, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Lock Haven, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We bring years of expertise and dedication to every project. With a strong background in customer service and technical proficiency, we prioritize delivering top-notch results that exceed expectations. Our commitment to continuous learning ensures that I stay updated with the latest industry trends and best practices. Whether it's troubleshooting complex issues or providing routine maintenance, we approach each task with precision and professionalism. Our goal is to build lasting relationships with clients based on trust, reliability, and exceptional service delivery.\n

Response time2 days
Response rate88%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Mountain View Roofing LLC
5.0(
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Serving Lock Haven, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

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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Response time11 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Centre Pro Painting
4.8(
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Serving Lock Haven, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Extremely professional team that exceeded my expectations! Their customer service skills are equally as superb as their professional skills. I plan to utilize them again for future painting projects."
Response time2 days
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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John's Custom Flooring
5.0(
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Serving Lock Haven, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

"Wood floors tile molding cabinet fronts painting fireplace reconditioning stonework tile work and solid wood floors New doors and painting Excellent Hohn has a talent of solving problems that others don't have"
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Sand and finish

+54

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Lock Haven, PA

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.

The Lock Haven, PA homeowners’ guide to painting services

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