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The Custom Touch, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Shipman, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Very professional with great work with a great price. Let me know everything I needed ahead of time and explained everything really well. Arrived on time, came from Charlottesville to Waynesboro Va. In love with the results, will definitely hire for future jobs. (Third image carpet stain is not paint)"
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
Blue Collar Contractors
4.3(
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Serving Shipman, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bobby was very professional, knowledgeable and came back out within a few days to get the repair done. He showed me what needed to be repaired with pictures and explained everything that needed to be done and gave me a great price. He came back quickly to do the work and showed me before, during and after pictures and worked with me with the price. I would highly reccomend him for your roofing needs"
Response time2 days
55 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction
2.0(
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Serving Shipman, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When confronted with a crisis because of a copper plumbing burglary, Mr. Grady, of Grady's Painting, Plastering and Construction, willingly traveled many miles to come to my aid. Requesting only a $1.00 deposit against a $4,500.00 job, he masterfully reconstructed my nineteenth century lath and plaster hallway wall, also thoroughly compensating for a missing portion of a central stud unwittingly removed by a plumber! After his extensive search for appropriate composition and dimension of material, he replaced and replicated a section of my forty-year-old faux onyx tub surround with common white PVC sheet, tinted oil-based colors, glaze, paint brush, and a rag. His applied natural talents and superlative skills saved me thousands of dollars! On the basis of both professional conversation and knowledgeable observation, Mr. Grady possesses the intrinsic knowledge of old-world trades, the artistic capabilities, the problem=solving thought processes, and the personal work ethic to accomplish a broud scope of reconstruction and restoration."
Recommended by57%of homeowners
Sap Esey Painting Plus
New to Angi

Serving Shipman, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

VIJIL PAINTING, LLC It can be a daunting task looking for not only the right contractor for your job but also the right contractor for you. We completely understand what you're going through. We know every customer has different desires, different needs and different schedules. We're not only here to turn your ideas into reality but to make it a memorable experience every step of the way. Call us right now, no matter where you are in the planning process.

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Grace Home Improvement, LLC
4.1(
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Serving Shipman, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Offers commercial services

Grace Home Improvement, LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Grace Home Improvement, LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Keystone Construction and Renovations, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Shipman, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time7 hrs
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FAQs for painting projects in Shipman, VA

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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