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Top-Rated Painters in Oswego - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Precision Paint Company
Precision Paint Company
5.0(
18
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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 Oswego, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Exceptionally professional job. Brian gave a thorough explanation of what needed to be done, how they were going to do it. The crew went over and above in an effort to make sure we were completely satisfied. The house looks beautiful. I would highly recommend Precision Painting. Drive by and see for yourself! 413 Park Ave."
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+5

Response time4 days
Recommended by72%of homeowners
Avatar for Ingersoll Painting
Ingersoll Painting
5.0(
9
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms

Serving Oswego, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"James was great to deal with, even though we never met. He was the first to call me back from my request through Angi. This property was unoccupied, I gave James the code to get in, which he promptly scheduled a visit to give me a quote. Days later, we agreed on a price and Ingersoll started the job a couple weeks later.... completed. (4 Bedroom ranch, painted all the rooms and ceilings). I just went to my vacation home this weekend and I was totally impressed with the great job Ingersoll did. I never knew they were there! He also got my heat running. Recommend these guys any day!"
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Office Space
Kitchen remodel
Wood cabinets before the remodel

+4

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Elite Painting
4.2(
53
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+11 more

Serving Oswego, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team at Elite Painting were great to work with! Ed is professional, communicative, and understands the needs of what you are asking for... his laid back AND professional demeanor made the entire process smooth and easy. The team were respectful of the property during every visit, quiet in the morning when arriving, and cleaned up after themselves every single day. Ed kept in touch with us to work around weather, (given we were doing exterior home painting) and worked with us to time the project at an optimal time in conjunction with our schedule and the weather. They were completely supportive of us sampling multiple colors for this major update and change (first paint in 30+ years!!!), and worked with us in every step of the way. We highly recommend Ed and the Elite Painting team for your painting needs!"
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+35

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
Maximum Painting
5.0(
7
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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+8 more

Serving Oswego, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"him and his workers were very easy to work with they painted the exterior of my house. they did a great job and they were fair priced i will recommend them to my family and friends."
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by71%of homeowners
Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction
2.0(
174
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Specialty Painting - Faux Finishes

Serving Oswego, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When confronted with a crisis because of a copper plumbing burglary, Mr. Grady, of Grady's Painting, Plastering and Construction, willingly traveled many miles to come to my aid. Requesting only a $1.00 deposit against a $4,500.00 job, he masterfully reconstructed my nineteenth century lath and plaster hallway wall, also thoroughly compensating for a missing portion of a central stud unwittingly removed by a plumber! After his extensive search for appropriate composition and dimension of material, he replaced and replicated a section of my forty-year-old faux onyx tub surround with common white PVC sheet, tinted oil-based colors, glaze, paint brush, and a rag. His applied natural talents and superlative skills saved me thousands of dollars! On the basis of both professional conversation and knowledgeable observation, Mr. Grady possesses the intrinsic knowledge of old-world trades, the artistic capabilities, the problem=solving thought processes, and the personal work ethic to accomplish a broud scope of reconstruction and restoration."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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JB Splash Remodeling
5.0(
5
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Oswego, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"started when they said they would, very friendly and polite work crew. they would have finished on time if supplier sent the correct product. job done and we are very happy with the finished project. very professional !"
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+53

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for painting projects in Oswego, NY

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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