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R & B Painting
4.9(
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Serving Louisa, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Hugo and his staff was very professional. They treated my home as if it was theirs. I really appreciate the wonderful, neat and professional paint job and fixing / painting of my deck and stairs. I would recommend Hugo to family, friends and anyone that needs a home painted."
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+195

Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Wilbers Painting
4.8(
402
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Serving Louisa, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wilber's Painting was able to rehab the townhouse in an adequate amount of time. He knew that special paint needed to be applied to block odors and stains, before new paint could be applied to the walls and ceiling. He fixed ceilings with water damage and repaired drywall. He worked diligently and the rehab was very successful. I highly recommend Wilber's Painting."
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+166

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Walter Castillo
4.5(
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Serving Louisa, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Walter and his crew were great. They painted our main living area which included a 16ft tricky foyer area and an accent wall with a fire place that we had them paint the mantel as well. He quoted 2-3 days and it took exactly 2.5. His crew were punctual each day and they packed up each day right on time as I had requested so that by the time my toddler was home from daycare they were done which just made life so much easier. They sanded the walls to ensure a great finish and did 3 coats to make sure the coverage was perfect. We are very happy customers and would highly recommend Walter to any friends."
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+2

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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W.W. MV & SON PAINTING
4.9(
13
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Serving Louisa, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wolfgang’s estimate was competitive with others that I obtained but I chose him because of his professional handling of the job revenue and his estimate presentation. He and a helper completed this job in less time than he projected. They worked diligently. They were neat. And they did a high quality job. I would hire this company for my next interior painting need."
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+32

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
F & D Painting
5.0(
17
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Serving Louisa, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We recently hired Donnie and his crew to paint the interior of our home, and we couldn't be more pleased with the results. They showed up on time every day, communicated well and respected our home. The job itself was flawless with clean lines and even coats. Their pricing was competitive, and we felt we received great value for the quality of work provided. We definitely recommend F&D Painting."
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+58

Response time10 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Shield Painting, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Louisa, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We contacted Shield Painting after realizing that we were in over our heads trying to paint our 1200sqft home ourselves on a tight timeline. Isaias came out within an hour of us contacting him (on a Saturday afternoon, nonetheless) to give us a quote. The quote was EXTREMELY competitive and they were able to get in and get the job done first thing Monday morning. The entire house was painted in 1 day. We were absolutely thrilled with the job Isaias and his crew did. We are 2 weeks into our home now and not a day goes by that we don't talk about how worth every penny hiring Isaias was. We will definitely be contacting Shield Painting if we have painting needs in the future! We can't thank you enough for making our house feel like home"
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+145

Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Top Gun Painting and Power Washing
4.6(
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Serving Louisa, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We had a lot of repair work done on our screen porch and deck and we hired Top Gun (Will Williamson) to stain everything inside and out. We were so pleased with the job that we had them paint all the trim on our brick home. I would recommend them to anybody."
Response time2 days
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Virginia Drywall Construction LLC
5.0(
17
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Serving Louisa, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

VDC experience specializing in drywall projects for both residential and commercial clients. AMP believes in quality, responsiveness and affordable pricing. We take pride in giving our customers beautiful spaces for a lot cheaper than our competition. We look forward to serving you. Give us a call today for a free quote.

Response time7 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Louisa, VA

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 Louisa, VA homeowners’ guide to painting services

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