Top-rated painters.

Get matched with top painters in Paxton, MA

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 3 pros

Matching on HomeAdvisor

Share some details icon
Share some details about your home project.
Match with local pros icon
Within moments, match with highly-rated local pros.
Compare quotes icon
Compare quotes and choose the best pro for the job.

Find Painters in Paxton

Avatar for Gold Painting, Inc.
Gold Painting, Inc.
4.7(
19
)
Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+18 more

Serving Paxton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"I needed to paint the foyer and Great Room in my home and needed a pro due to the high ceilings. Alex and his crew did a great job! I didn't expect perfection, but wanted something that I would do myself, because I am VERY picky and have painted many other rooms in my home, without high ceilings. They exceeded my expectations! Prompt, hard working, pride in the quality of their work and eager to please me, the customer. I think my painting days are now over. I will hire them for ALL of my painting needs in the future!"
Additional Photos
Foyer
Kitchen
Living Room
Additional Photos

+5

Recommended by84%of homeowners
Avatar for Colorset Painting Plus
Colorset Painting Plus
4.4(
34
)
Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+3 more

Serving Paxton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Wander did an interior plastering and painting ting job where he also took care of replacing sole sheet rock. He did a great job and a very friendly person. It was also reasonably priced. There were a few things I noticed after the job that could've been done better, but after reaching out to Wander (payment was already made) , he made sure to come back a couple of times to fix those issues. Would recommend Wander 100%"
Interior painting
Interior painting
Interior painting
Interior painting
Interior painting

+3

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by53%of homeowners
Avatar for Vicente Painting Corporation
Vicente Painting Corporation
5.0(
13
)
Exterior or Interior Surfaces - Paint Removal

Serving Paxton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I had an exceptional experience with Vicente Painting Corp. Gabriel was very communicative during the whole process. His team was courteous and did high quality work. The price was right and his terms were great as well. I would use VPC again and would recommend them to anyone that has a painting need. Jon"
Painting and carpentry
Painting and carpentry
Painting and carpentry
Painting and carpentry
Painting and carpentry

+5

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
...
Showing 1-10 of 678

FAQs for painting projects in Paxton, MA

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.

The Paxton, MA homeowners’ guide to painting services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.