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DOWELL'S PAINTING
5.0(
6
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Serving River Pines, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I highly recommend Dowell’s Painting, a contractor that was recommended to me. He did an amazing job painting my house, taking extra care to patch and caulk all the uneven areas before painting. He gave me choices in colors and finishes. The attention to detail really shows, what’s a difference… The finish is smooth, clean, and professional, and the place looks fantastic. Reliable, skilled, and thorough—couldn’t be happier with his work! Sonia S."
Master bath cabinets
Master bath cabinets
Master bath cabinets
Master bath cabinets
Exterior repaint

+8

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
Shaffer Painting
4.5(
26
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Serving River Pines, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

"Rob Shaffer and his crew did an excellent job on our two story stucco repair and repaiint job. Rob provided a detailed estimate, worked with us to find colors that we liked, and carefully protected all surfaces and landscape. He and his crew did a masterful job of prepping and painting the body of the house and the extensive trim which included weathered wood and rusted iron. We are very pleased and highly recomment his service."
Weathering on Cedar
Residential Exteriors
 Weathering on Cedar
Residential Exteriors
Cedar Restored

+1

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Pier & Son Painting
4.2(
21
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Serving River Pines, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Perry was on top of the project from the estimate to the finish. He stayed in contact with us through the entire project. He told us what he would do and was there when he said he would be. He managed his crew, the work was done professionally and we would recommend Pier and Son Painting to friends and neighbors. Very happy with the job well done! Dave & Annette"
Exterior Paint Job
Interior Paint Job
Exterior
Exterior Paint Job
Interior Paint Job

+59

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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E & J Painting Professionals
4.4(
7
)

Serving River Pines, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Justin & Eddie painted my large redbrick fireplace, cabinets in the guest bathroom and walls & cabinets in the master bathroom. They did an outstanding job, extremely professional and kept everything very clean. I highly recommend them if you want the BEST JOB EVER."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Randy Ronk and Son Quality Painting
4.5(
4
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Serving River Pines, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"the guys took care of me from the start to the finish. they were on time, professional, and the job turned out better then my wife and expected. Thanks guys Mark & Kelly"
Various Projects
Jackson Home
Jackson
Jackson
Jackson Business

+39

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in River Pines, CA

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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