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King of the Painters Inc
4.7(
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1975

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We contracted King of the Painters to paint the exterior of our home in Clairemont after reading customer reviews about their services. We met with the companies owners who were very helpful in helping us select a new house paint color scheme. The workers were on time and cleaned up the work site each afternoon. We had a few issues with the job and called them to report the issues and they were very quick to come out to correct the discrepancies. We would recommend using them to anyone."
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+12

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Ben Lypps Painting
5.0(
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We can not speak highly enough about Ben Lypps, both as a professional and as an individual. He does stellar work, paying very close attention to detail and going over and above to ensure the job is done correctly. Our home required a great deal of preparation and repair work prior to painting, which turned out to be more than Ben had originally anticipated, but he honored the price on the contract. He never complained about the extra work. Ben is super conscientious about showing up on time, and cleaning up after he left. He is a quiet, kind and considerate man, making him a pleasure to be around. We will use Ben for all of our future painting needs!"
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Completed Shutters!

+13

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Ortiz Quality Painting Services
4.8(
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Saul did a great job at a fair price. Job took longer than he originally estimated, but we had beige and browns for wall colors the job required 3 coats of paint vs. the two he anticipated at the onset of the job. Additionally, we have a great room with 32’ ceiling which took over a week alone to paint. Total job was apps. 3,700-3,800 sq ft. Saul and his helper we’re very courteous and worked diligently."
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+43

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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CG Pro Painting
5.0(
235
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were on a tight timeline to prepare a condo apartment for listing for sale. Painters from CG Pro Painting managed to work around the tight timeline and did fantastic work, including crack repairs and fixing ceiling stains due to recent flood. We believe their exceptional work and quality really helped with the sale. Would definitely recommend them to others!"
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+138

Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Eddie's Custom Painting
4.7(
56
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I would recommend Eddie's Custom Painting and would use him again for future painting jobs. Most importantly, Eddie showed up on time and finished on time."
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in San Marcos, 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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