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"Friendly, efficient, I will use them again for any painting or staining project!"
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Serving Phenix City, AL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2011
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"Gilbert and crew were painting a whole house interior plus dry wall repasirs on a very tight time table to accommodate a family arriving from out of state. It was done beautifully and as contracted."
Serving Phenix City, AL and surrounding areas
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"I needed someone in a pinch to finish some exterior painting for me. He absolutely did amazing. The paint looks fantastic, and the price was not ridiculous like some companies will try and charge. I couldn’t be happier with the results and the professionalism. 10/10 would recommend to anyone!"
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Serving Phenix City, AL and surrounding areas
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In business since 1995
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"He was very good and he did a great job."
Serving Phenix City, AL and surrounding areas
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In business since 1989
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"I'm extremely happy with the work that Handyman Unlimited did. They were careful with my furnishings and cleaned up after their work. I would definitely hire them again."
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"I contacted Fretwell’s Handyman Services LLC for some painting I needed done. I meet with Darrell, very professional, polite, & explained everything to my understanding step by step. I would highly recommend him to anyone!"
Serving Phenix City, AL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2018
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"Hello. I’m Earnest. Are you still available for Painting job? I really need your services urgently and I’m ready to do a necessary to make the job done. Kindly get back to my wife Delia via email at melissagreham78@gmail.com. for information if you are ready to handle the job. Thanks"
Serving Phenix City, AL and surrounding areas
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We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!\n\n
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"Darrell restored a 1933 playhouse and did other things around the house as well. Quality and customer service were excellent and value was very good. He is extremely qualified."
Serving Phenix City, AL and surrounding areas
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"Great Job! Very fast completing job and very knowledgeable about installing click tile. I will hire him again very soon."
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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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