Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1995
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"From quote to finish, J&D Painting was a pleasure to work with, and the freshly painted exterior of my home looks great!"
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Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We had a great experience with Beyond Quality Painting! They painted the exterior of our house and did a fantastic job, the attention given to the prep work and detail was incredible."
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Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"A+ painting was quick to respond, completed the work in a quick time frame, was flexible with changes to scope, and communicated timeline updates and few changes for scope changes in real time. They did a great job with the paint and would definitely hire them again."
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Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Fantastic, A great pleasure to have Rolando and his team do such a fine job. on time, quiet, through, and clean I will recommend Rolando and his company, Blue Custom Painting, Inc. , to my friends Dolores Moffat, Dublin, CA"
Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2011
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Wise Painting and his team were very professional and did a great job painting the exterior of my house and garage. He was very attentive and helpful with paint color selection and I valued his opinion. I would recommend Wise Painting for all your paint needs."
+10
Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2006
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"They did a wonderful job. They were on time everyday. Dillon, the project manager, was great at communicating with us and following through on our request. The job looks great and I would recommend them anyone who needs painting or the house painted."
Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"I hired Precise Touch to paint my cedar picket fence. They did a great job! Fernando visited me first to provide some consultation. He gave advice for stains and paint, solid versus transparent, and spray versus roller/brush. He gave me a paint catalog to choose my color preference. On the day of the work, his team arrived in time. They covered all the areas to protect them from paint splatter. They cleaned and sanded the painting surface. They completed the paint job with two coats by the end of the day. They even used a leaf blower to leave the area all clean. I would definitely hire them again."
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Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The absolute best!! So professional and wonderful to work with. Priced so fair and provides stellar service. Highly recommend! Our go to for all our painting needs!"
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Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Eliottâ s painting is great. As a Real Estate Professional, I highly recommend him and used his services for my own home! Contact me if you want details www.RonMasonRealtor.com."
Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2009
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Gruber painting was amazing. They were very reasonably priced for an excellent job painting our home. They were professional, cleaned up after the project, and did the entire job in a timely manner."
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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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