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High Performance Painting and Drywall, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Moscow, ID and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

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"flawlessly... one could not hire a better group of workers. hard working determined faithful and absolutely perfect and professional work! I am a very devoted fan of Sean and his son's Luke and Evan, and the Biz leader in the background, Mary ! Bravo once again Thank You one and all"
Exterior metal and wood
Deck in progress
Custom mural at Marriott
3 story exterior Stain
Exterior Stain

+25

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JMG Handyman Services LLC
4.5(
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Serving Moscow, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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"Great customer service. Very reasonable prices. John, the owner was quick to get the job on the schedule and Nathan the job foreman got the projects completed in a timely manner with great results. Thank you JMG handyman services."
Response time1 day
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Handy Fix And Finish
5.0(
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Serving Moscow, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Emergency services offered

"We hired Lance for a small tile job and kept him employed for over a calendar year. He is a perfectionist in every project we ever gave him to do. He is incredible at tile work, Sheetrock, mud, taping, lath and plaster repair, texturing, framing, flooring, millwork, concrete… the only thing he didn’t tackle for us was electrical and plumbing. He cleans up after himself, puts tools away, and leaves the space put back together. I kept him employed for so long and kept giving him work because he did such good work. He has become a friend to me and my family. I wish that I had unlimited money to keep him working all the time."
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4.4(
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Serving Moscow, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

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"7 Devils Painting is amazing! They responded immediately to any questions or concerns from the request for bid to the end of the project. Maintained their proposed schedule. The interior of my home is beautiful and I feel they went over and above what was expected."
Doors
Trim
Trim
Shop
Shop

+15

Response time2 days
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FAQs for painting projects in Moscow, ID

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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