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Avatar for Uribe and Sons Painting and Repair
Uribe and Sons Painting and Repair
5.0(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+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
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Strickland Home Improvement & Paint
4.7(
34
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+1 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!"
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Home interior painting
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+34

Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Strickland Home Improvement & Paint
4.7(
34
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+3 more

Serving Rocky Mount, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

**Feel free to call me directly at (252) 314-5250***\n\nI have over 25 years of experience in interior and exterior painting, and I pride myself on delivering honest, high-quality work.\n\nIf you are looking for exceptional results the first time around, please feel free to give me a call at (252) 314-5250. I service the Rocky Mount and surrounding areas, and I invite you to check out my ratings and reviews.

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+8

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Shabbat Painting Services
5.0(
5
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+3 more

Serving Rocky Mount, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Shabbat Painting Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

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Mendoza's Construction Group Inc
5.0(
10
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior 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!!"
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Dumper Rental
Response time3 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by22%of homeowners
Tri State Painting & Powerwashing
4.6(
6
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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

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home or business as if it were our own. We offer a variety of Painting & Power Washing Services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time2 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%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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