Serving Santa Clara, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1995
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"From quote to finish, J&D Painting was a pleasure to work with, and the freshly painted exterior of my home looks great!"
+51
Serving Santa Clara, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Julio and his team have done a wonderful job for our exterior painting and deck painting. He is very workable and approachable. I am very pleased about their work and will definitely hire them again for the interior painting."
+67
Serving Santa Clara, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"A+ painting was quick to respond, completed the work in a quick time frame, was flexible with changes to scope, and communicated timeline updates and few changes for scope changes in real time. They did a great job with the paint and would definitely hire them again."
+97
Serving Santa Clara, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Manny is the best you can trust. He provides a high quality service in time. His team is nice, and they focus on details of painting. We're happy after the works done. Manny is honest, knowledgeable and professional you can have faith on him. I picked the right guy."
+17
Serving Santa Clara, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I couldn’t be happier with the job Adam and his team at G.Z.L Painting did on our fence! They stained it beautifully, and the chocolate color looks amazing. The whole process was smooth and quick, and the team was incredibly professional. If you’re looking for top-notch work with a hassle-free experience, I highly recommend G.Z.L Painting. Thanks again, Adam!"
+58
Serving Santa Clara, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Rolando wants to provide the best results and makes excellent recommendations that you should consider and discuss. Lower cost (cheaper paints) don’t necessarily give you the best or lasting results. His team is very meticulous and does a great job in prepping and cleanup."
Serving Santa Clara, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2011
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We requested an estimate to paint the exterior of our house and stain our deck. Our split level house was very challenging with wood and composite siding, four dormers, and three chimneys. Our roof was ceramic tile and quite pitched. After three different estimates, we chose Wise Painting who completed the job to our complete satisfaction. Henruy oversaw his paint crew to make sure the job was done without any problems and often joined in doing the work . We highly recommend their quality work."
+10
Serving Santa Clara, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2006
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Jose and his team were excellent. We had the exterior of our San Jose home painted. Jose responded to our request for quote immediately and responded promptly to every email and text and call with thorough answers to all questions we had. He and his team arrived promptly when they said they would and completed the job ahead of schedule and the house looks beautiful! Furthermore, Jose's prices beat his competitors by a landslide. Jose and team, thank you so much for your hard work! We will definitely be in touch for further painting jobs!"
Serving Santa Clara, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1990
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"Very prompt with meeting scheduled painting appointment. Also very careful with surfaces not being painted. Courteous, friendly individual who worked quickly and efficiently. Highly recommended!"
+314
Serving Santa Clara, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Elliot is w painting pro so trust him when he makes recommendations. He did a great job and even fixed some of the shoddy sanding and bad corners the construction crew left him. He worked around our schedule and even put up with my request for three different quotes. Thanks Elliot."
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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