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."
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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
"I highly recommend Jeff White’s Painting. Excellent workmanship. Over 25 years of experience. Mindful of safety. Careful with your property. Skillful. Reasonable and fair prices. If you want it done right, call Jeff White."
+36
Serving New Bern, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Great new company that has started out. They did a great job and were professional throughout the whole process which made everything that much easier to deal with. Hire with confidence"
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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
"A professional. Exceeded expectations. Expert competence in many things. Subsequently hired to do other projects because of this display (painting entire interior of house)"
Serving New Bern, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Excellent work! 3 coats, well sanded and a clean site when he was done."
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!"
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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
"Connect dryer vent through a tile floor and install a aluminum post in bath that needed support in ceiling and drilled through tile wall. Joe did an excellent job that other contractors did not want to tackle. 5 stars to Joe"
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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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