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Straight Edge Painting Pros
5.0(
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Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wes and the crew at Straight Edge Painting Pros were outstanding. Wes quickly returned my calls, gave a very reasonable quote, and the crew did an outstanding job repairing damaged wood and staining the house. In addition we had new wood garage doors installed after the house was stained and the Straight Edge team came back right after installation to stain these doors as part of the original estimate. We are very satisfied and would strongly recommend Straight Edge Painting Pros to anyone looking for house painters."
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+3

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Legacy Pro Painting
5.0(
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Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The crew always does a great job. Hired many times over multiple years. They always know the correct special paint to use for long lasting results. Very happy with the results. Crew is always courteous and willing to go the extra distance for complete satisfaction."
Drywall Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Drywall Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project

+27

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by54%of homeowners
Diaz Painting
4.9(
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Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Could not have had a better experience... Showed up early everyday and worked non stop. Fixed all wall issues and sanded them down before painting. I had my realtor visiting while he was painting and she stopped and asked for his card because he did such a nice job. Do yourself a favor, hire Diaz Painting!"
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+7

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Great Value Painters
4.7(
65
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Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We were extremely impressed with the crew that painted the interior of our house including the kitchen cabinets. They did an outstanding job and were very reasonably priced. I would use them again in a heartbeat."
Interior Painting and Kitchen cabinets
Great Value Painters
Great Value Painters
Great Value Painters
Great Value Painters

+60

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carolina painting & remodeling LLC
5.0(
24
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Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kenia and her team did a great job! I hired them to paint my shutters and my garage door, as well as to revarnish my front door. Kenia was easy to communicate with, regarding scheduling. They showed up on time, were very neat and precise in their paint job, and did beautiful work! Everything looks brand new! They finished on time and cleaned up the work area. I am planning to get some interior painting done early next year and definitely hope to hire them again. Strongly recommended!"
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+703

Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Advance Contractors
4.3(
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Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The guys were very polite, respectful and dedicated to their work. They protected everything on the exterior of the home. This included new deck, railings, new concrete patio, roof shingles, windows, doors, air conditioning unit. We had board and baton installed on the front of the home, we are very pleased with the work they performed on the siding. I would highly recommend this company and their workers."
Response time1 day
Response rate99%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Calix Painting Charlotte, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The Calix team was fantastic. Their services are prompt, thorough, and flexible as our interests changed. We painted the entire exterior of our home, which is a major change that we were nervous about. Lesther checked in with every step to make sure we were satisfied with the work and worked with us as we oscillated on the final choice for the trim and doors. We unexpectedly needed some repairs to the wood under our gutters and he helped us to get that repaired as well. Despite of some rain and us choosing the last colors at the 11th hour, they finished the work in four days. Lesther ensures his work is high quality and his customers are satisfied, in addition to just being a nice guy to work with. You can tell he is passionate and meticulous about his work."
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+49

Response time2 days
Response rate86%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Palmetto Paint Co.
5.0(
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Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hired to paint the entire interior of a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. It ended up needing 3 coats of paint. The work was done professionally with attention to detail. Clean up was handled the same way. We were also pleased with the time it took. Much less than we expected. He was also trustworthy and personable. I would highly recommend him."
Interior Painting
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Paint Pros Plus
5.0(
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Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am beyond pleased. All work was delivered and completed on time as promised with amazing attention to detail. The finished job is absolutely perfect. Will definitely use again and will happily make referrals at every opportunity. Quality with a capital Q!"
Deck Staining
Deck Staining
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Wallpaper Removal

+12

Recommended by37%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Locust, NC

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 Locust, NC homeowners’ guide to painting services

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