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Top-Rated Painters in Skokie - Updated Nov 2026

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MQ Painting
4.9(
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+3 more

Serving Skokie, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jose and his crew were amazing! Couldn’t be happier with the results. He was easy to contact and very responsive and informative. They were very professional and very detail oriented! I highly recommend MQ Painting to anyone looking to get their home painted!"
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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VD Painting, Inc.
5.0(
18
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+5 more

Serving Skokie, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"VD Painting did it all! They were so easy to work with. Quite and clean. I could not have asked to be matched with a better company. They do more than paint too!! It was an amazing experience for my first time hiring painters for a job that was simply to big for me. Thank You, VD Painting!"
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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Amazon Painting Plus, LLC
4.9(
124
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumInterior Surfaces - Paint or Stain- For BusinessExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+3 more

Serving Skokie, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Had 2 bedrooms, a hallway ( required wallpaper removal ) and a Great Room including vaulted ceiling painted. The work was superb. Painter was always cheerful, timely, professional and meticulous in his work. The rooms have been transformed. Excellent work. I'm already planning other paint projects and Amazon Painting will be my first call!"
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Second Bedroom

+28

Response time12 hrs
Response rate87%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MNM Painting and Decorating
4.7(
36
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+18 more

Serving Skokie, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"I wanted to get my house painted, wood stained and a couple leaks in the ceiling fixed. I reached out on Angi where they recommended MNM. I'm really happy that I decided to go with them. They have really good reviews and I saw some of their pictures on their website. Guillermo was super responsive and they started the project within days. I've lived in this house for 10 years and have done nothing with these walls so they had a lot of work to do. I'm so extremely happy with the outcome. They transformed this house. Guillermo and Sammy were both so kind and professional. If I had anything that I noticed that needed a touch-up Guillermo came back in about a week and fixed everything. Very trustworthy, Great price and extremely professional. They will be my go-to for any painting projects moving forward. Thank you both so much for all your hard work!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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Certa Pro Painters of Evanston
4.1(
49
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Surfaces - Paint or Stain- For Business

Serving Skokie, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This company is great ! Planning the job with Ottis and Mary was so easy, both are great and helpful people. Maguille and Daniel who painted my family room and kitchen have great skills they finished the job as expected and cleaned the mess and dirt before leaving. While working they were so neat, fast and accurate. They did a great job and the most important that they showed up on time. I am very lucky that I got to work with them, I really recommend CertaPro Painters."
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FAQs for painting projects in Skokie, IL

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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