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Jerry's Painting
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Serving Rice Lake, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jerry's Painting team was outstanding and professional. Communication was great, choosing colors was easy. I changed my mind last minute on the stain for our porch. The company worked seamisly to make sure our home was exactly as we envisioned. Careful attention to detail was given. We would recommend this company 5 out of 5 stars."
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Response time4 days
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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T&A Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Rice Lake, WI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tommy and his crew did a great job re-staining our cabin and deck. Tommy communicated throughout the planning and painting process, which was very appreciated. He sent before and after photos to me because I could not be on site to see how it was going. Great experience working with him throughout the process. Highly recommended!"
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Response time2 days
Response rate89%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Nelson Home Repair LLC
4.8(
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Serving Rice Lake, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Russ did an excellent job on our bathroom remodeling project. He was professional, on-time, and most importantly did great work. He worked through some tough issues in a collaborative way. He didn't just dive in an do it the cheapest or the easiest way; he had a conversation with us and gave us the options. Once we agreed upon an option he took care of everything without ego. I never got the impression that he was trying to take the easy way out. I would absolutely hire Russ again, excellent experience!"
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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S&A Interior Paint and Design, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Rice Lake, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Professional and excellent communication. They exceed our expectations. We bought a duplex and the renters smoked and home was in pretty rough shape. The transformation was amazing! We are new to the area and feel very fortunate to have worked with this business. We look forward to working with them again on all future painting projects."
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Response time1 day
Response rate86%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Levitated Painting
5.0(
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Serving Rice Lake, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!\n

Response time2 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Rice Lake, WI

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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