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2nd Street Painting
4.6(
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Serving Monticello, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We have used 2nd Street Painting for numerous projects including interior and exterior paint as well as hardwood flooring installation. They’ve always done great work and made sure that the project was done to our satisfaction."
Oak cabinets with wood grain
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior

+19

Response time2 days
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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SkeBo Rae Homes
4.5(
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Serving Monticello, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"So happy with all the work that was done by SkeBo homes!!! I needed the interior rooms of my house painted before I put it on the market to sell. Bob, Erin & Traceydid more than paint, They were able to fix a couple door knobs, front porch, electrical switches repaired. Best part is they shared suggestions on home improvements. My home sold very quickly and I want to Thank SkeBo Homes for all the work they did."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate91%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Renovate Revolution LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Monticello, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have hired Max and his crew 3 times. O ce for a while house for exterior. Amazing Job done. Then for interior on that house. Exceptional work. Always professional, cleans up also. Then this last job was for a new house, complete painting of interior ceilings and walls. 8 rooms, Amazing job, very Professional, very Kind, always very polite. Cleans up after all his work. You will not be disappointed if you hire him. I have always trusted him and his crew with all of my belongings. 10/10"
Painting projects
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+37

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Next Level Roofing & Construction
4.3(
79
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Serving Monticello, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I reached out to Next Level Roofing & Construction for a paint quote as a referral from one of my good friends. I had seen their painting work results on two separate homes and believed they would be able to provide great results. The initial quote was easy and I learned they offer far more than just painting- they are contractors. Next Level Roofing & Construction was able to fit me into their schedule and one of their teams came out and started right away. They were able to provide a skim coat for the bathroom, cut into the wall and add recessed electrical (original home had external track electric in one of the bedrooms), repair said wall, paint multiple rooms, provide electrical updates in multiple rooms, and provide trim for windows and a door. Next Level Roofing & Construction is licensed and insured and provide their own equipment needed for the job. They were professional during the entire process. They provided honest feedback when asked what should be fixed vs. what could be done and even offered alternatives to save money. I would recommend Next Level Roofing & Construction for your next home project repair or upgrade!"
Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
GT Custom Paints, Inc.
New to Angi

Serving Monticello, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

GT Custom Paint is a painting contractor that delivers quality service that is both efficient and professional. We have been serving residential, commercial, and light industrial customers in Central Illinois for more than 40 years. When your home or business needs a facelift, there is only one company to call for guaranteed quality. No job is too big or too small for us. Quality is our mission and each client is our priority.\n

Response time2 days
FG Drywall Finishing And Painting
New to Angi

Serving Monticello, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

FG Drywall Finishing And Painting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility by having 7 years experience in this field. 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.

Residential Projects
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Start of a new Drywall Install Job!

+5

Response time30 mins
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FAQs for painting projects in Monticello, IL

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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