Serving Rochester, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Amazing! A truly professional company. Great to work with. The work was exceptional! Would recommend them and hire them again for any painting we might need done. No drips, no overruns, no paint on the siding or driveway. And, they got it done in one day. A very long day but one day."
+153
Serving Rochester, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2001
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Working with Dennis was fantastic. Scheduling the work was easy. He came to my house. Did the prep the painting and the cleanup. It was very professional. I will use him again. He also gave me great advice that I valued and I am thrilled with."
+127
Serving Rochester, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 1996
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Ryan and Bobby were very professional, but also personable and have a great rapport with each other which carries over to the customer. Their banter made them fun to be around as I work from home. RES made recommendations for complimentary color schemes and easily accommodated a few of our last-minute changes which included repainting an accent wall. Highly recommended."
Serving Rochester, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2019
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Warranties offered
"Missi Painting did a phenomenal job staining our log home and gararge. I received a quote August 20th and they started the job Sept 8th and finished on the 10th. Hard workers and very professional!"
Serving Rochester, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2013
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Warranties offered
"The work was done in a timely manner, the crew was personable and worked well within our home. The rooms I had painted came out amazing and they were even able to straighten out the lines where the ceiling and wall meet. I highly recommend Trad3mark Painting and will be using them again."
Serving Rochester, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
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Warranties offered
"We would highly recommend Jordan. The quality results for our exterior painting job, aa well as the thorough completion of the job, are reasons to hire this company."
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Serving Rochester, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
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Credit card accepted
"Wellington helped bring a new life to our main bedroom. The 4 decade old window trim looks fresh from the factory and his attention to detail is peerless. Best of all, he did it all in one day! Thanks again"
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Serving Rochester, NH and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2013
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Steve reached out right away and worked me into his schedule (working through the weekend) seeing I had time restraints for this job. The kitchen cabinets came out beautiful! I am so pleased. Steve's price was also very fair. The other quote I received was nearly double what Steve quoted me to do the job. Steve has old school work ethics, values and does exactly what he says he will do. I could not be more pleased."
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Serving Rochester, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Big Alâ s Painting was very professional. We had the inside of our new 3 car garage painted. Primer and paint including ceilings. Everything was covered that we did not want paint on and They cleaned up when they left. I would highly recommend."
Serving Rochester, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 1998
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Credit card accepted
"They prepped, repaired nail pops; other flaws and painted a two-story open stair well for me. Their attention to detail and the respect they showed my home is noteworthy. I am extremely pleased with the results and would recommend them without hesitation."
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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