Serving Mount Aukum, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
Customers say: True professional
"Jesse and his crew did an amazing job! From contact to completion it only took 10 days to paint my entire interior including sanding/painting doors, and power washing/staining 2 outdoor decks. This is the second time I have worked with him and he is a true pro!"
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Serving Mount Aukum, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"I highly recommend Dowell’s Painting, a contractor that was recommended to me. He did an amazing job painting my house, taking extra care to patch and caulk all the uneven areas before painting. He gave me choices in colors and finishes. The attention to detail really shows, what’s a difference… The finish is smooth, clean, and professional, and the place looks fantastic. Reliable, skilled, and thorough—couldn’t be happier with his work! Sonia S."
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Serving Mount Aukum, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"The price was right. The paint job looks great! I had them replace some damaged and dryrot wood and everything matches perfectly. Everybody was very friendly and professional and everything was cleaned up when the job was done! I would definitely recommend Torres Painting!"
Serving Mount Aukum, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"He's an awesome guy, very knowledgeable. He did a great job on my firebird, I'm very pleased with his work!"
Serving Mount Aukum, CA and surrounding areas
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Over 30 years of experience. \nOne call does it all!!
Serving Mount Aukum, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 1990
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"we had various paint jobs around the house, and herb did a really nice job. he's also a very nice person."
+16
Serving Mount Aukum, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 1993
"Rob Shaffer and his crew did an excellent job on our two story stucco repair and repaiint job. Rob provided a detailed estimate, worked with us to find colors that we liked, and carefully protected all surfaces and landscape. He and his crew did a masterful job of prepping and painting the body of the house and the extensive trim which included weathered wood and rusted iron. We are very pleased and highly recomment his service."
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Serving Mount Aukum, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2011
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Perry was on top of the project from the estimate to the finish. He stayed in contact with us through the entire project. He told us what he would do and was there when he said he would be. He managed his crew, the work was done professionally and we would recommend Pier and Son Painting to friends and neighbors. Very happy with the job well done! Dave & Annette"
+59
Serving Mount Aukum, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2006
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Fantastic work on a whole house remodel. Slide N Glide Painting brought a wealth of knowledge, providing multiple options for us to choose from. When the job was done, I couldn’t have been happier. I have asked him to come back and help me on a new project, and I couldn’t be happier with it either."
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Serving Mount Aukum, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2012
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Daniel started the job promptly and even worked part of a weekend to get it done on time. He showed up as agreed, answers his phone, and responds to texts. He uses quality materials and knows what he is doing. It was a whole unit job: walls, ceilings,, closet interiors, bathrooms, kitchen. What a difference. He may be slightly higher than some, but it is the price of quality. Thanks!"
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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