Serving Margaret, AL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
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"They did a wonderful job. Will hire them again for any other painting projects"
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Serving Margaret, AL and surrounding areas
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In business since 1995
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"They did a good job and very pleased with the work."
Serving Margaret, AL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2006
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"Art is a true pro and carpentry artist! He listens carefully and delivers your project above and beyond yoir expectations. I recommend Art for any project, large or small."
Serving Margaret, AL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2005
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Small jobs welcome
"We hired Jay and his company to do a deck repair/painting project. They were very professional, were on time and worked steadily throughout the day. Were very accommodating when we made a couple of changes. Price was very reasonable, quality of work was excellent. Highly recommend.!!!!!"
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Serving Margaret, AL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2010
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"They did a good job of repairing and painting my Sheetrock"
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Serving Margaret, AL and surrounding areas
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Hammer and Saw is a custom residential remodeling firm serving the greater Birmingham area, focused on thoughtfully designed renovations that balance architecture, function, and craftsmanship. For nearly a decade, our team has worked alongside homeowners, designers, and architects to execute projects where details matter and process is paramount. With decades of collective experience in the construction industry, we’ve built this company around a simple principle: exceptional results come from disciplined planning, skilled execution, and clear communication.\n\nAs fully licensed Alabama homebuilders, we specialize in:\n\n-Architect-driven home additions\n-High-end kitchen renovations\n-Custom bathroom design and build-outs\n-Basement transformations and structural reconfigurations\n\nOur projects are approached as bespoke builds, not templates. Every space is carefully planned, coordinated, and executed with an emphasis on precision, material integrity, and long-term performance.
Serving Margaret, AL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2003
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"Great people to work with. They stand behind there work. Finished product was very good."
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Serving Margaret, AL and surrounding areas
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"Chris was fantastic! I hired him for several small projects around my house that I'd been putting off, and he handled all of them quickly and professionally. He was on time, communicative, tidy, and the quality of his work was excellent. He explained what he was doing, gave fair pricing upfront, and left everything clean when he was done. It's hard to find someone reliable for small jobs, but Chris is that person. I highly recommend him and will definitely be calling him again for future projects!"
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Serving Margaret, AL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2005
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We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. 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.
Serving Margaret, AL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2016
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Millers Painting Company is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 3 years of experience serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
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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