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Coastal Finish, LLC
5.0(
20
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+7 more

Serving Onekama, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Ashley and her team at Coastal Finish are truly exceptional. Iâ ve hired them for a number of services at my cottage: interior/exterior painting, as well as power washing and staining of my exterior deck. Ashley is prompt, highly communicative and the quality of work is unbeatable. I really appreciate how the team takes a personal interest in ensuring all jobs are done with the upmost care and attention to detail. Coastal Finish differentiates themselves through customer service and quality in work. They show up when they say theyâ re going to, are very fair in their assessment and pricing, and will go the extra mile to ensure the job is done beautifully, timely and to complete satisfaction. I wish all service providers delivered like Coastal Finish!"
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Plumbing
Kitchen Remodle
Kitchen Remodle

+31

Response time3 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by28%of homeowners
MWG II Handyman Services LLC
5.0(
5
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms

Serving Onekama, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bill and his crew did an absolute amazing job at snow plowing/shoveling make sure the driveway was clean and also a spot for my trash can to be placed out by the road."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate88%
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Premier Roofing & Exteriors LLC
5.0(
2
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Metal Roofing - Paint

Serving Onekama, MI and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Premier Roofing Exteriors replaced the shingles and some of the exterior plywood on my free standing workshop. They are very professional in all categories, from the estimator the project managers and the excellent crew. I highly recommend them for your exterior roofing/repairs."
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Shake Roof
Premier Truck

+4

Response time1 day
Recommended by50%of homeowners
B.C. Painters
5.0(
4
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+1 more

Serving Onekama, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This company was very professional! They showed up on time, did very quality work and super respectful! Definitely worth the time and money! Very satisfied customer!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
High Impact Painting, LLC
4.6(
10
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small+4 more

Serving Onekama, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had an entire exterior re-stained including repair of some shakes and replacement of some insulation. They did a very neat job and were extremely collaborative. Very professional and NO SUPRISES! I will definitely hire them again!"
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Padilla Custom Painting llc
4.6(
12
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+18 more

Serving Onekama, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outstanding! Padilla Painting did great on both power washing and painting. The trim on our Craftsman style house has a lot of detail including corbels, brackets and window boxes. The Padilla crew did a phenomenal job and made us just feel good about our house again. Will I hire them again? Absolutely."
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+5

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Onekama, MI

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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