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Van Meter Painting
5.0(
6
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Serving Santa Cruz, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

"We knew when we bought our home that we wanted it repainted. The big question was WHO. We are so glad we hired Mike with Van Meter Painting! We first hired him for a smaller portion of our home to see the quality of his work, and quickly knew he was the guy for the job of the rest of our home. He helped us find the right colors, was knowledgeable about colors and textures, and kept all his work areas very clean. We lived in our home the whole time, planning and adjusting to the daily schedule of a family with 3 young children. Mike always communicated arrival times and was never late. We love the colors we chose and how he was able to clean up old repairs and make our walls and trim look new. Highly recommend Mike for any painting job and look forward to our future painting projects with Van Meter Painting! We were so happy to have our house fresh in time for Thanksgiving!"
House Painting
House Painting
Full House Painting
Full House Painting
Full House Painting

+4

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Capital City Coating LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Santa Cruz, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We recently had our kitchen cabinets painted by Capital City Coating and the results came out amazing. The finish is smooth, clean, and professional, and it completely transformed the look of our kitchen. The attention to the cabinet doors, trim, and edges was excellent, and everything looks factory-finished. The crew was professional, reliable, and kept the workspace clean throughout the project. Communication was great from start to finish, and the project was completed on time. We?re extremely happy with the quality of the work and would definitely recommend Capital City Coating to anyone looking to update their cabinets or interior painting."
EXOTY RESIN POUR KITCHEN
EXOTY RESIN POUR KITCHEN
EXOTY RESIN POUR KITCHEN
EXOTY RESIN POUR KITCHEN
EXOTY RESIN POUR KITCHEN

+12

11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Zia Projects, LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Santa Cruz, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"These guys are awesome and know exactly what they are doing. Very satisfied with their jobs and highly recommend. Askary barron, who installed my shed, paint garage and did my bathroom is an awesome guy."
Enclosed porch remodel
Enclosed porch remodel
Enclosed porch remodel
Enclosed porch remodel
Enclosed porch remodel

+2

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
A&R Landscaping
5.0(
4
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Serving Santa Cruz, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Alexis an Ricardo were amazing! Always on time, put in long days to complete the job in a very timely manner. Always kept me informed on progress. They had to do almost a complete renovation in my bathroom and the result was very good. These brothers are listed as landscapers,but they can do it all. I am very satisfied with the end result."
A&R
A&R
A&R
A&R
A&R

+21

Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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New Mexico Metal Concepts, LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Santa Cruz, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"This great company made me custom metal gates. I shared my ideas with him and he knew exactly what to do. The gates came out perfect. His installer fit them perfectly."
TPO NEW ROOF
TPO NEW ROOF
TPO NEW ROOF
TPO NEW ROOF
TPO NEW ROOF

+34

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Albert's Handyman Services
New to Angi

Serving Santa Cruz, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Albert's Handyman 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

Response time11 hrs
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FAQs for painting projects in Santa Cruz, NM

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 Santa Cruz, NM homeowners’ guide to painting services

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