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Jose's Painting
4.9(
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Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I highly recommend Jose's Painting L.A. I contracted with them to paint my 2.5 story craftsman home with a lot of detail and they did a beautiful job. I loved the fact that I received a fast itemized quote so I knew exactly what to expect. The workers were all professional and courteous. Also the work area was cleaned up everyday before they left. I would definitely use them again."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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CR Painting
4.8(
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Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"CR painting Cesar and his team did an amazing job. They were very professional and their pricing was very reasonable. I would highly recommend them. I look forward to hearing them in the future."
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Interior wood floor stain

+159

Response time2 days
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Rick Jamison Painting
5.0(
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Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The house exterior was power washed, the stucco was repaired, cracks in the wood filled, peeling paint was removed and the entire exterior of the house was painted including the patio cover. When the job was completed, the painters cleaned up and left paint for touch ups. My house looks terrific. From the outside, the house looks brand new. I am very satisfied with the painting, and I would recommend Rick Jamison Painting to anyone looking for a painter."
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Finished Kitchen
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Stained Handrailing
Exterior Home Painting

+20

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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James White Painting
4.7(
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Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1973

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I left for work upon arrival of the painters(7 man crew). When I arrived home, they had finished approx. 95% of paint job. Mistakenly, they painted garage door white, and painted the accent wood on front door and landing white as well as back door. I pointed out their mistake & without any attitude, they promptly repainted the areas my selected color. The foreman also returned to touch up some areas that I requested. My aunt is going to have them paint a building for her and my son has an apartment building he plans to request Mr. White do the paint job."
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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CertaPro Painters® of Santa Monica
4.7(
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Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent work. On time, on budget. Stripped old paint where necessary, filled holes, re-painted with proper exterior paint. No issues, would use again for sure."
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+11

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Assurance Painting, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From start to finish Francisco & every member of his team were amazing. On time, professional, great communication & meticulous in their work. We have had a tough history with finding painting contractors who take pride in their work & do a beautiful job. This company is top notch. Hands down the best & the neatest painting company we ve ever worked with. Our home is lovely again. We would definitely use them for any additional painting needs!!"
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
EE Painting
4.6(
161
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Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an Awesome job and our external house paint job turned out Excellent. Elliot and his Team were Professional,Prompt,Skilled,Knowledgeable and Friendly. For a large project like a 2 story house they excelled at reaching all the high places ,eves and chimneys.....leaving everything cleaned up at the end of every work day. I highly recomend Elliot and his Crew for your exterior painting ......so I invited him and his crew to tackle our interior painting project in September"
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Malibu, CA

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 Malibu, CA homeowners’ guide to painting services

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