Serving Pacific Palisades, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1980
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Warranties offered
"House Painting Inc did a fantastic job. They were very reliable and professional. They did the job quickly but carefully."
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Serving Pacific Palisades, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1970
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"I highly recommend Jose's Painting L.A. I contracted with them to paint my 2.5 story craftsman home with a lot of detail and they did a beautiful job. I loved the fact that I received a fast itemized quote so I knew exactly what to expect. The workers were all professional and courteous. Also the work area was cleaned up everyday before they left. I would definitely use them again."
+67
Serving Pacific Palisades, CA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
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Warranties offered
Customers say: True professional
"The paint job looks great. Diego did miss a closet initially but came back and painted it as soon as I pointed it out. I would definitely recommend him to other clients."
+11
Serving Pacific Palisades, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1973
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"The large paint crew came early and finished my one story house by 4pm. They painted the stucco, trim, siding and gates. The work was neat and professional, and the crew polite and cooperative. Jame's price was excellent and lower than the other two estimates I obtained. My house looks wonderful!!"
+37
Serving Pacific Palisades, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2007
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Warranties offered
"Excellent work. On time, on budget. Stripped old paint where necessary, filled holes, re-painted with proper exterior paint. No issues, would use again for sure."
+11
Serving Pacific Palisades, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2019
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Emergency services offered
"Assurance Painting did an excellent job painting my house. I would highly recommend them."
+58
Serving Pacific Palisades, CA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2004
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"Aldo and Etel Painting was very responsive to our request for a quote. They perfectly painted our walls, even with our request of painting one of the walls two colors. Their lines were crisp, and they did a fantastic job keeping the floors clean. I would 100% will be hiring them again for future projects."
Serving Pacific Palisades, CA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2002
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Emergency services offered
"I contacted EE Painting to do some painting and stucco work following the installation of a new front porch. At the same time, Branden pointed out several additional areas that needed attention. I viewed this not as an effort to drum up extra business but out of a sincere interest to point out areas that, in time, would cause some deterioration of the home which had been in our family for 75 years. I appreciated these observations . All work was performed professionally and I was thrilled with the outcome. The workers were very helpful and cleaned up each day."
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Serving Pacific Palisades, CA and surrounding areas
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Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"A few years back Hic Painting Painted all my doors and baseboards inside my house and then this year 2024 they painted my exterior home. Angel was very professional and his crew was great to work with and very hard workers. My house turned out amazing and everyone in the neighborhood is amazed at the transformation of our home! All thanks to Hic Painting. Angel is worth the hire!"
+45
Serving Pacific Palisades, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1993
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Warranties offered
"I highly recommend MVP Painting! The owner, Julie and her staff were amazing and extremely professional! They painted both the exterior and interior of my home with precision and detail. Each day they showed up well groomed with smiles on their faces. Their energy brought great comfort to the stress of being a homeowner, while under construction."
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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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