Serving New Bern, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2009
Free estimates
Customers say: Super punctual
"We've used Bryan for all kind of things for 15 years. We've used him for painting our house, maintaining our cars, for landscaping and he's been great. He's very reliable, the price is fair, punctual and pleasant to work with."
+24
Serving New Bern, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"They were very professional and had attention to detail in the job that they completed for the company. Would recommend their painting service to others."
Serving New Bern, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Jeff completed the following for us. Repainted the front porch, repaired and repainted around the foundation of the house, fixed support bolts for our garage storage shelf. Replaced the trim on two bath tubs where the tub meets the floor, repaired the broken grout in the kitchen porcelain tile floor, Fixed the wood railing on the front porch that was broken, Repaired and painted drywall in master bedroom, repaired and painted the outside lower frame on garage side door. Jeff has done a highly professional job on all of these things. He is very personable and his prices are excellent as is his work ethic. Always on time. his workmanship is top notch. completed all projects very efficiently. One of the best contractors I have had work on my house in th past 25 years. I have a list of other things for him to do in the near future."
+36
Serving New Bern, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"They did an incredible job. The copy was professional, timely, and took the time to ensure the job was completed to our satisfaction. I would recommend them to everyone."
+29
Serving New Bern, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Mykol was professional and neat when replacing our window. The finished product looks good and keeps the water out"
+67
Serving New Bern, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Small jobs welcome
Offers commercial services
"Excellent work, fair price, and easy to work with. Will be calling them again."
Serving New Bern, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Did an excellent job. Completed job in a timely manner and kept me informed as to when he’d be on-site to work. Will definitely have him for other repairs as needed. Highly recommend!!!"
Serving New Bern, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2011
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"I have just retired from the military after 23 years and I'm used to calling-in a work order to have repairs made :) However, I moved back into a vacant home with my children which needed a lot of work. I was a little rushed as we were living in a hotel for 3 weeks and the hurricane caused many delays with electricity. I made my selection based on previous reviews. Here's a break down of pros/cons: Pros: - Very personable - Showed-up when scheduled - Kept me updated with progress/status - Loaned fans until air condition could be repaired - Gave a reference for plumbing repair (same day service) Cons: - Pricing: Not transparent, no breakdown of cost for materials /labor. Requested receipt weeks after work was completed/still vague. - Electrical/Roof repairs: fixes did not resolved issues - Floor Installation: gaps between walls in one room, can see sub-floor along wall/ in closet. Nicks throughout house on baseboards. One vent would not fit, had to make multiple request to get resolved. The floor needed trim due to gaps throughout the house from the carpet. Overall big improvement from old carpet. - Paint: Overall nice job, I had to remove paint chips in bathroom/kitchen and minor splatter on kitchen tile. I requested a quote for additional work I needed (new deck, repairs to doors & enclosed screened porch); while repairs were ongoing and never received an official quote. This was a great learning experience; I have gained more knowledge on what to discuss upfront. I'm looking forward to working with another contractor for remaining upgrades!"
+15
Serving New Bern, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2025
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Beautiful work at a fair price and completed quickly"
Serving New Bern, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
Customers say: True professional
"Fantastic and did a great job"
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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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