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DM Home Improvement LLC
4.9(
52
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small+1 more

Serving Rockingham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr D was very prompt and pleasant. He took his time to make sure everything were done right. I could tell that he was very knowledgeable about his work. When everything were done,he cleaned up as if it was his or his own mother's home. Will definitely use him again. Thanks again, Derrick"
Flooring installation
Bathroom remodel
New siding installation
Siding repair
Window installation

+105

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
JLS Service
New to Angi
Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+9 more

Serving Rockingham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

I'm very experienced in remodeling homes. I came up in the business as a young boy following behind a general contractor and architect my father. I'm a native of North Carolina so I know the rules and the ends and out of this business. I'm very reliable I communicate very well with my customer. There's not a job too big or small so give us a call.

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Mike's Painting & Pressure Washing
4.7(
28
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+18 more

Serving Rockingham, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I would highly recommend this business.  We had them come and restain the deck and at first just powerwash the house.  They scheduled the work right away.  After doing the pressure washing, there were some areas with paint chips under the soffit.  Mike offered to repaint those for free.  During this, they noticed areas of the soffit that were rotten, so we had them repair those areas of the wood.  They also fixed a few screens that were damaged during the pressure washing for free.  
Everything turned out great, and we are very happy we had this work done.  Mike and Crystal are very professional and easy to work with.  I will be having them do some more work on our house in the near future.
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+161

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Albatross Contracting Company
4.9(
7
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Rockingham, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I cannot recommend Albatross enough for in-home painting! We had extensive damage to our walls from past tenants and needed a quick turnaround to get our home on the market. The crew started without delay and were finished with our project to include a kitchen, vaulted livingroom, formal dining, 3 bathrooms, and 5 bedrooms in under a week! I'm so impressed by their professionalism, care with our home, and quality of work in a timely manner. Please consider them when looking for home painting."
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+48

Response time30 mins
Response rate88%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Rockingham, NC

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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