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J & D Painting
5.0(
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Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Highly recommend J&D painting for exterior work. Contractor provided detailed and accurate cost estimates and helpful recommendations on paint colors and textures to highlight the best features of the house. Not only did outstanding painting work but also helped source handyman labor to upgrade external window trim. Really happy with the results and would hire them again without hesitation."
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+51

Response time9 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by26%of homeowners
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A+ Painting
4.9(
102
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Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have used A+ painting for both exterior and interior work at my home. George is easy to work with and I think they provide good value. I recommend contacting them for a quote on any painting job you are considering."
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+97

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Detail Pro Painting
5.0(
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Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am so thrilled with the painting Manny and the team completed. They did an excellent job from beginning to end. They took our painting needs for our home and brought it back to life. They were professional, clean, kind, courteous, detailed and went above and beyond to get our painting job done. They offered a fair price to complete all the projects. We loved them so much we continued to find more and more work for the team to do. We had our home exterior and interior painted, the deck repaired and refinished. Manny was able to match our unique interior paint colors from previous owners with flawless execution. He is the most knowledgeable, talented, fair, Professional and kind painter I have ever met. They are extremely hard working and will complete any job perfectly. He goes above and beyond what is expected. He makes any dream come true! We are so fortunate to have been blessed with their painting presence. I would highly recommend them to anyone who is looking for top notch painting in any high end home! Sincerely, Karen Jeffery-Wheeler"
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+17

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Blue Custom Painting, Inc.
4.9(
27
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Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rolando, owns blue painting inc And experience with him has been impressive Team Rolando would always come on time and finish up the job on time Humble and Honest person knows his work , his team has been incredibly good He did exterior paint for our house, fixed Sprinklers and landscaping I would 100% recommend Blue paint Inc to my friends and family"
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J R Quality Painting, Inc.
4.8(
59
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Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a wonderful job. They were on time everyday. Dillon, the project manager, was great at communicating with us and following through on our request. The job looks great and I would recommend them anyone who needs painting or the house painted."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate93%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Precise Touch Painting
4.9(
19
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Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Precise Touch to paint my cedar picket fence. They did a great job! Fernando visited me first to provide some consultation. He gave advice for stains and paint, solid versus transparent, and spray versus roller/brush. He gave me a paint catalog to choose my color preference. On the day of the work, his team arrived in time. They covered all the areas to protect them from paint splatter. They cleaned and sanded the painting surface. They completed the paint job with two coats by the end of the day. They even used a leaf blower to leave the area all clean. I would definitely hire them again."
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+80

Response time12 hrs
Response rate92%
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FAQs for painting projects in San Jose, CA

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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