Serving Mechanicsburg, PA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Derek was wonderful!!! Professional, came on time and painting was great!!!"
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Serving Mechanicsburg, PA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2013
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"This is a great local painting company good to work with .They powerwashed our church roof and painted in one day"
Serving Mechanicsburg, PA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2005
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"MKS Painting was prompt and finished painting my ceilings in a timely manner. They did a good job and I would hire him again."
+22
Serving Mechanicsburg, PA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"My husband and I needed some interior painting done on our home. We reached out to Sam at Pittenger Painting. He provided us with a quote and was able to accommodate our request to have the work done prior to the Thanksgiving holiday. Steve and Omar did a fantastic job. They were respectful of our home and were very personable and pleasant to speak with each day of the project. I highly recommend Pittenger Painting. Lori Lochetto"
+32
Serving Mechanicsburg, PA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1999
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Mr Rafferty went beyond expectations. He power washed my house, sanded and painted all wood trim on the house, and repaired then painted dry wall inside my house. Mr Rafferty was punctual and he cleaned up his work area before he left. I’d highly recommend Mr Rafferty for hoo ooo me improves."
Serving Mechanicsburg, PA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1982
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Customers say: Quick response
"Home visit to quote ceiling plaster repair and paint was made very quickly and was friendly and thorough and reasonably priced. Work was scheduled quickly and conveniently and involved minimal upset to my household; Ken and his team (James) big help with moving and covering/protecting home and furnishings. They worked efficiently and compatibly, not disrupting my being nearby as they worked. Quality of work is exceptional—minor coverage problem with stained ceiling was addressed immediately and perfectly. Ken is a craftsman of long experience and skill, as well as strong personal integrity to stand behind his work. Feel so fortunate to have found him and have already hired him again to repaint bedroom (walls and ceiling) which he, again, scheduled quickly and did beautifully. Already planning future work—strongly recommend!"
+38
Serving Mechanicsburg, PA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Juan and his team did outstanding job painting the exterior of my Victorian Queen Ann style home. Very professional. Thank you Juan & team. Well done."
+115
Serving Mechanicsburg, PA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"A small team came out and painted all the open areas of the house. They worked with me on small details and even accepted change orders. I would definitely hire them again."
+20
Serving Mechanicsburg, PA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"There is not really a good category to chose from, but we hired Ochoa construction to spruce up the exterior of our home. They power washed our fence and siding and repaired the trim of our home and painted it. They also repaired a door and painted it and painted the garage door. Excellent service and at a great price. Would definitely hire them again"
Serving Mechanicsburg, PA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2025
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"I have to say this is the best place to get your paint job done. I had two rooms in my house I wanted painted after a remodel. They knew what they was talking about and even help pick the color! Which I love. They came painted and cleaned up. Great price, very friendly and very professional. I highly recommend choosing them for your next project."
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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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