Serving Mitchellville, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1988
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Small jobs welcome
"Friendly and fabulous paint job!"
Serving Mitchellville, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2005
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Emergency services offered
"Good. Left a bunch of paint cans in my dumpster but that was part of the deal"
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Serving Mitchellville, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2021
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Warranties offered
"Joe, the owner-operator, got our job done in short order and to our complete satisfaction. He did an awesome job prepping, priming and repainting our exterior steel railings and fencing that had been damaged the year before by a shoddy contractor. We couldn't have asked for a better outcome or a more cooperative painting contractor."
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Serving Mitchellville, IA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2020
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Warranties offered
"They were flexible with scheduling. There were a few detailed painting lines that were missed."
Serving Mitchellville, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2023
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Credit card accepted
"Amazing work painting two bathrooms for me. Super professional, and the results look fresh and clean. Definitely recommend his services."
Serving Mitchellville, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1994
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Customers say: True professional
"Absolutely first rate. Not cheap, but if you want the best in home remodeling, Andy Scott and his father, Roger, is who you go to. Professional, punctual, always on top of things, a delight to be around. This was a five week project. Andy and Roger did a lot of the work themselves, but they also used high quality subs: flooring, tile, plumbing, cabinet doors, electrical, painting the kitchen cabinets and credenza (CR Painting-not often you can find a painter who does first class work on cabinets). I would have never been able to find and coordinate the level of skilled professionals that Andy did. The project went smoothly from start to finish. I would definitely hire Scott's Home Renewal again -- and I will.
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Serving Mitchellville, IA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2025
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Offers commercial services
"Arrived on time. Power washed our house and garage. Birds have been leaving mulberry stains on the house. It looks great all the dirt and stains were removed from the house and garage. They even cleaned the gutters. Very courteous and respectful of our property."
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Serving Mitchellville, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2019
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Small jobs welcome
We are delighted to serve Des Moines and the surrounding areas. Our mission is to execute your project with professionalism, speed, and efficiency. With over 30 years of experience in handyman services, we are equipped to handle any project, whether large or small. We value building lasting relationships with our customers. We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to work with you.\nCall us today for a free estimate!
+4
Serving Mitchellville, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2010
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Emergency services offered
"Fantastic job - clean up was great, prep work was fast and actual painting went fast and very detailed - would for sure hire the gang again!"
Serving Mitchellville, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
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"Great work! Efficient and professional. Projects included tree removal, trim repair, roof repair (from tree damage), painting, wood replacement, and foundation repair. We will have him do more in the future!"
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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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