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John Normile
4.9(
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Serving San Marcos, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"These guys were incredible! Not only did they stain my deck with the proper product, but they replaced boards that were warped or rotten. They were reliable and traveled more than an hour to get here each day until they were finished. I would recommend them for any kind of paint job."
Metel building
Metel building
House repainting
Primeing
Repaint

+8

Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CACHUN PAINTING LLC
4.4(
141
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Serving San Marcos, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Juan and his partner, Francisco did a great job at restaining our fence, inside the yard and out. They arrived right on time, had us choose the stain color, and while Francisco power washed the entire fence, Juan went to get the stain. They were both very personable, funny, and were very focused on their work. I would definitely recommend them for any painting job that you might have. The price was great (after some very expensive estimates) so we felt confident Chacun Painting was the right company for us."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Texas Painting Company
4.2(
52
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Serving San Marcos, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I put in a request for a painter to paint my garage door, Jeff Hawkin with Texas Painting Company texted within minutes. He quoted a reasonable price, said he could do it the next day, and did just that. The work was great! I like a company who communicates quickly, efficiently, and completes the job quickly! My kind of project!"
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+25

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Snow Painting & Remodeling LLC
5.0(
9
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Serving San Marcos, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Harrison and his crew exceeded my expectations! They extensively prepped our house including covering all surfaces that should not be painted, and caulking all the seams before painting. I was nervous about getting the exterior of our home painted, but was so pleased with the final result! Harrison made sure the job was completed smoothly and quickly. Thanks for a job well done!"
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JTB Paint Co
4.9(
16
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Serving San Marcos, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great! JTB Painting easily won our job on the basis of price and his reviews on Angie's List. He prepped and painted all exterior wood surfaces and trim on our house in Irving, TX. We found Jeff to be as good or better than his reviews. He gave us a great price, did excellent work prepping and painting our house, and completed the work with the time he said it would take. It was very hot outside, but he worked through the heat of the day to get the job done. My next-door neighbor was so impressed with the work Jeff did on my house, he hired JTB to do his house, too! Jeff is honest, hard-working, soft-spoken, does great work, and is as good as his word."
Interior Painting Project
Typical Room Prep
Painting - Interior Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project

+329

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Olvera New Generation Painting
5.0(
6
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Serving San Marcos, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Julian & Jason painted our the outside of our house last fall and we were very pleased. My husband was impressed with their method of spraying it on and then back rolling it to get better coverage. The color was important to me, and Jason went made sure it matched perfectly. We have small pups and they were careful to close all gates behind them. We would highly recommend them!"
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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SHINE LIKE A DIAMOND LLC
5.0(
15
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Serving San Marcos, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I've used Shine like a Diamond services for several home improvement projects from interior painting to bathroom updating and repairs and have always been satisfied with the work from their team. They are easy to deal with, very friendly and respectful of home. Would definitely use this service for future projects."
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+9

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for painting projects in San Marcos, TX

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.

The San Marcos, TX homeowners’ guide to painting services

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