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Avatar for All-Pro Painting
All-Pro Painting
4.5(
56
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+10 more

Serving Rocky Mount, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Chad and his crew did an amazing job! They were punctual, quiet, fast, and very clean. Before starting, the put down plastic to cover the floors, kitchen cabinets and counters, and carpet. When they were done, the cleaned up everything. The house looks fantastic! And we plan to use their services again in a few months to paint the exterior."
Exterior Painting
Apex House
Cary House
Cary House
Apartments

+9

Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Uribe and Sons Painting and Repair
Uribe and Sons Painting and Repair
5.0(
23
)
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects+9 more

Serving Rocky Mount, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Diego gave helpful advice on a whole house painting(including tin roof and decking). He and his crew spent significant time pressure washing and preparing all surfaces for paint and stain. They came promptly as the weather permitted. He and his crew were meticulous and expert in their painting. They left no mess behind on any day of work. It was fun to see the progress and we feel like we have a new home and deck and are thrilled with it. It was a pleasure to work with Diego and his crew."
Response time12 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Strickland Home Improvement & Paint
4.7(
34
)
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+3 more

Serving Rocky Mount, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mr. Strickland and his crew did an outstanding job painting the interior of our home. They were professional, thorough, and efficient. I highly recommend Strickland Home Improvement & Paint, and have them returning to do another paint project next month!"
Home interior painting
Home interior painting
Home interior painting
Home interior painting
Home interior painting

+34

Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for Mendoza's Construction Group Inc
Mendoza's Construction Group Inc
5.0(
10
)
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+2 more

Serving Rocky Mount, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mendozas team is very respectful of the property they’re working on and they finished the project with perfect timing! They worked on my floors and painting throughout my 3 bedroom home and each room came out better than I expected. The painting was perfectly even and the floors were seamless. I would 100% recommend!!"
Dumper Rental
Dumper Rental
Response time3 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by22%of homeowners
Tri State Painting & Powerwashing
4.6(
6
)
Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Rocky Mount, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"The contractor was readily accessible by phone, and responded immediately to messages left. He started and completed the work in a very reasonable amount of time. He was friendly and did not require downpayment on a relatively small job. Quality of work was very good, and he offered to do touch ups within a year of completion, if needed."
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
M&D Property Solutions
4.5(
23
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsPainting or Staining - Small Projects - For BusinessSpecialty Painting - Textures - For Business

Serving Rocky Mount, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Needed fencing installed to keep groundhogs from taking up residence under our deck. Brady came up with a creative and complete solution that made sure the varmints were out and would not return. Would use again."
Master bedroom
Master bedroom
Front hall
Living area
Entry

+10

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Kuljay Home Services LLC
Kuljay Home Services LLC
5.0(
5
)
Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms

Serving Rocky Mount, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

kitchen remodel
kitchen remodel
kitchen remodel
kitchen remodel
kitchen remodel

+10

Response time2 days
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Rocky Mount, 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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