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Ruben Roman Painting
5.0(
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have never been happier with a painter and I have hired several. After going onto Angi's list, I received a prompt reply from Ruben of Ruben Roman Painting. He came out soon after and emailed a competitive quote. Once started, Ruben kept me informed during each step of the process. Ruben completed the job in a timely manner, but was also a perfectionist. He took extreme pride in his work. He moved furniture, taped and covered parts of the deck, removed old stain down to the bare wood using a chemical cleaner, power washed, sanded and applied the new stain. My deck never looked better! I am that thrilled and highly recommend Ruben for any painting job."
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Response time1 day
Response rate93%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Green Oak Painting
5.0(
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can't think of enough good things to say about Omar Alvarado and his company, Green Oak Painting. He and his helper Ricardo did an excellent job on my house painting project made challenging by the extensive prep work required which included extensive scraping and sanding and replacing or restoring some siding, rafter tails and other wood affected by dry rot. They were on time, even early, for all appointments and scheduled work, and Omar kept me informed at every step about what was needed, what he recommended, what it would cost, and to ask me what I wanted because it meant a lot to him that I would be happy with the results. They were thorough but efficient, caulked every nook and cranny, and applied several coats of primer and the finish coat. There are a couple of doors in such bad shape they need to be replaced, which will take a few weeks, and Omar's fee includes returning when they arrive to help me hang them and paint them, and I know he will because he earned my complete trust. He honored the estimate despite all the prep work required. But he is also a competent business owner. Omar is one of the nicest, most honest, and most conscientious people I have ever met and I just wish he did more than painting. He told me he chose to specialize in painting so that he could excel at it, and he does."
Finish Results of Paint Work
Working on 2 coats of exterior paint
Great finish of Exterior paint work, allways applying best quality paint
Look like new home
Exterior deck refinishing

+242

Recommended by87%of homeowners
Luis Painting Company
5.0(
42
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Luis did a great job painting the entire outside of my house, the pergola, the fence and retaining walls. Inside he matched the existing paint color and painted the living/dining rooms, kitchen/family rooms, entry and long hallway walls and ceilings. He fixed dry rot outside and caulked cracks inside on walls and on the brick fireplace. It looked like a new house when he finished. He and his staff Manuel were always on time, kept me informed at every step and left things clean at the end of every day. I highly recommend Luis’ company for their professionalism and excellent work. The best recommendation is this: I will hire them again whenever I have painting needs."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate97%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Leoni's Quality Painting Inc
4.9(
75
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The crew did a beautiful job. Very professional and good attention to detail. They spent a lot of time making sure that the paint color matched the existing trim."
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Exterior Painting  Novato

+26

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Skage Painting
5.0(
13
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The absolute best!! So professional and wonderful to work with. Priced so fair and provides stellar service. Highly recommend! Our go to for all our painting needs!"
kitchen  remodeling
kitchen remodeling
cracked repair
cracked repair
cracked repair

+36

Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TM Expert Painting
5.0(
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Tim did a great job. Was very responsive and thorough. He performed both rough and finish detail work. He started and ended his work on schedule and budget. We would certainly reach out to Tim again when we need painting help in the future."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deco Painting Company
4.9(
24
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Bruno and his team were fantastic! They are reliable and responsible and the completed work was done very well. Challenges came up during the job, but Bruno was quick to come up with solutions and we were very appreciative. All punch list items were picked up quickly and accordingly after the site walk. We highly recommend Deco Painting Company. Great value and great work! Thank-you, Bruno!"
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Lower Sunset SF
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Deck and sidings

+31

Response time11 hrs
Response rate95%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cristoff Painting & Decorating
4.9(
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very satisfied with the exterior house painting done by a licensed and insured Cristoff Painting and Decorating. Owner was on time and gave me estimate on the spot. I interviewed all of his references, all praised him and his crew. Krzysztof and crew courteous, tidy, punctual and fulfilled every task as detailed in contract. I would hire him again without hesitation."
Victorian Restoration
Victorian Restoration
Victorian Restoration
Victorian Restoration
Victorian Restoration

+2

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Mill Valley, 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 Mill Valley, CA homeowners’ guide to painting services

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