Serving Rochester, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
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Emergency services offered
"We love the newly painted rooms. Very professional!"
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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."
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Serving Rochester, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 1996
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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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"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 2017
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"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
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Emergency services offered
"Steve was phenomenal! He was the only guy I could find who painted both the doors/faces, and boxes. He was the lowest price and had the most flexible scheduling. And when we had some issues afterwards with the hardware and paint, he came back and refinished the faces again without hesitation. He’s very communicative and I couldn’t be happier with my experience with him."
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Serving Rochester, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
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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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"I hired Kevin from four sons for the painting job of bathroom ,kitchen and hallway and also some carpentry work his skills for these projects was great he went way above what I expected I have been in my home for going on 22 years now and it has never looked this good.he showed me things about my home that I was amazed to how poorly it was built and did these repairs at no extra cost. I would definitely recommend him for any carpentry work and all your painting needs. RICK S."
Serving Rochester, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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"Chris and his crew were a pleasure to work with, They painted my kitchen, and also painted my office and they did a wonderful job. Would highly recommend."
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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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