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Avatar for Uribe and Sons Painting and Repair
Uribe and Sons Painting and Repair
5.0(
23
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small+9 more

Serving Middlesex, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Diego and his crew were fantastic. They arrived when he said they would and went to work. Very professional and reasonably priced. My master bath and kitchen look wonderful . I am very pleased with their work. I would recommended Uribe & Sons for uour painting projects."
Response time12 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Strickland Home Improvement & Paint
4.7(
34
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+1 more

Serving Middlesex, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mr. Strickland and his crew did an outstanding job painting the interior of our home. They were professional, thorough, and efficient. I highly recommend Strickland Home Improvement & Paint, and have them returning to do another paint project next month!"
Home interior painting
Home interior painting
Home interior painting
Home interior painting
Home interior painting

+34

Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JK Custom Painting Inc.
5.0(
16
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+3 more

Serving Middlesex, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We have used JK Custom Painting for several projects, including painting our home exterior and trim and some interior painting. Jairo and his crew are highly skilled and committed to excellence. They are responsive and go out of their way to meet the customerâ s needs and expectations. Kellyn manages the client relationship and is a joy to work with. Their pricing is transparent and reasonable. JK is the only painting company we use or recommend."
Brick Exterior Painting
Exterior Painting
Kitchen Cabinets Before
Kitchen Cabinets Before
Pop-Corn Removal Before

+29

Response time2 hrs
Response rate97%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Shabbat Painting Services
5.0(
5
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+3 more

Serving Middlesex, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Shabbat Painting Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

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Marriott Hotel Durham,NC
Marriott Hotel Durham,NC
Marriott Hotel Durham,NC
Marriott Hotel Durham,NC

+65

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Taveras Paint LLC
5.0(
2
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+2 more

Serving Middlesex, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

"Jose was so fast in responding all my questions, then went to my house to do a FREE quote! He was very honest and his price very reasonable so I hire him and he he got the job done at the timeline he said , anyways very happy with my results and will definitely be my go to guy for home renovations and repairs! 100% recommend!"
Demolition of a wall
Demolition of a wall
Demolition of a wall
Demolition of a wall
Demolition of a wall

+8

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sunny Sky Roofing, LLC
4.9(
9
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Metal Roofing - Paint- For Business

Serving Middlesex, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Sunny Sky Roofing is your solution for all of your roofing needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship, so that the next time service is needed, there will be no question on who to call. Check out our reviews from satisfied clients. Give us a call today, so we can answer all of your questions. Satisfaction guaranteed!

Metal Roof
R Panel Metal Roof
Foam Roof ystem
Highpoint Spray-Foam
Highpoint Spray-Foam

+1

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Middlesex, NC

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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