Serving Quincy, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"It could not have gone better! Sean and Eric did an amazing job and they went above and beyond. My house has never looked this good. It was a pleasure to work with them. I highly recommend Sean Kennedy painting."
Serving Quincy, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1997
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Erivan and his team were super responsive and responsible and great to work with. They did really high quality work for us, and I loved the result. They have been painting for years, and were referred to me from a friend who had them paint his historic Somerville home with many details. The team was always on time, and they were great problem solvers when things inevitably came up (we ran out of paint, for example). I was also impressed that they painted all the trim perfectly without painters tape :) Their work included doing some light spackling of wall cracks, and removal of shades before they started. Finally, they were super fast!"
+846
Serving Quincy, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2001
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"Barry and Paul were wonderful! Not only did they give us the best price, but they picked up the exact paint we chose and that was included. Additionally, they were prompt, friendly, and did an impeccable job with painting the room - we will definitely be working with Keane Painting again and would HIGHLY recommend!!"
Serving Quincy, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"High Definition Painted the entire interior of my home 12 plus rooms. My Wife and I are extremely happy with the results. We also had High Definition paint the exterior of my home several years ago and were very happy with the results. Would highly recommend this Company and will call them for future painting jobs."
+32
Serving Quincy, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1990
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I would give Brian and his team 6 stars if I could! They are so thoughtful, talented, and thorough. Extremely reasonable pricing with speedy precision. I highly recommend Kennedy Painting for any and all painting needs- they are the BEST!"
Serving Quincy, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1992
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Paul and his team were extremely professional, meticulous, easy to work with, and kind. They arrived early each day, put in long hours, and paid attention to details that even I had not noticed! They went above and beyond to make our house look like a brand new home— from carefully caulking cracks, painting window shutters and the garage and front door columns too. Paul checked in with questions along the way that showed how conscientious he is— from painting an exterior AC unit (an eyesore previously) to the exterior foundational wall color selection and even removing gunk around a basement window— he took his time and the work was thorough and beautiful. We requested that he strip paint from one of the columns holding up our deck to match the other columns and the result is amazing— looks exactly like the others. On top of all this, the team got the job done in great time! Not at all rushed but impressively efficient. I can't recommend Olde English Painting enough. All our neighbors keep saying our house looks so beautiful!"
+4
Serving Quincy, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I will hire James again absolutely to do any future painting projects. He is thorough, efficient, well-priced, and a delight to work with. He is thoughtful and earnest, as well as honest and reliable. We had him paint our kitchen (where the counters were brandy-new and very white, and he left them in pristine condition after painting the whole kitchen, not an easy task!), including a chalkboard wall and a lot of trim; he did an awesome job and it looks great. He then did one bedroom, including trim and the doors in the bedroom, and again - fantastic job, thorough and great to work with throughout. We will definitely call James again when we have any paint projects!"
+15
Serving Quincy, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Boston Painting Services painted the trim on my exterior windows, as well as 7 doors inside my home. They were very responsive. Pedro was wonderful to work with. The job went well. The workmen arrived on time, were friendly, safe and very professional. They did an excellent job."
+79
Serving Quincy, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1997
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Timely quote given. Project scheduled a few weeks later. Unfortunately will require some touch up painting but they left matching paint thankfully, otherwise would have been higher rating."
+17
Serving Quincy, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1987
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Excellent!! Anthony (foreman) and crew did an exceptional job removing wall paper and painting several rooms in our home. They were professional and meticulous. We would definitely recommend them as well as use them again either for interior or exterior painting."
+1
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.
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Use this guide to discover awning repair costs based on factors such as parts prices, labor, replacement costs, awning type, and more.
Discover how factors such as linear footage, local labor rates, and trim type affect the total cost of painting baseboards.
Learn how much cat or dog door installation costs based on factors like the door size, material, location, and added features.
Discover the cost of installing a new door, including factors such as location, size, materials, hardware, and local labor rates.
Learn how to budget for a new fence by exploring cost factors such as the fence size, height, posts, gates, style, and labor requirements.
Budget for fence repair costs based on factors such as fence length, height, repair type, materials, ongoing maintenance, labor, and more.