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Sefner Painting
4.9(
128
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+6 more

Serving Skokie, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Greg and Dan did an excellent job painting several interior rooms/hallways in our house. The quality of work was top-notch and included not only painting, but some built-in shelf removal and associated plaster wall repair. The were very punctual and a pleasure to work with. The price for the total project was fair as well. This is the second time we have hired Sefner Painting as they did several rooms in our previous residence about ten years ago."
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+10

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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CHICAGO PAINTERS INC
4.8(
93
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+10 more

Serving Skokie, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The team at Chicago Painters was great from start to finish. They were very communicative, and helped diagnose what exactly needed to be done in order to properly assess the project and do a great job. We had a wallpaper disaster in the nursery/bedroom and the walls were not in great shape to be painted. Chicago Painters were meticulous in repairing the affected walls and the attention to detail on the paint job was terrific. It was a huge load off our back as we prep for our upcoming newborn. Thank you for your help!"
Beautiful wallpaper work in Niles, 60714
Beautiful wallpaper work in Niles, 60714
Check out this top notch work in Roscoe Village area in Chicago. 
Paint used is Sherwin Williams Pure White SW7005.
Call us today to get a refreshed look in your home!
Check out this top notch work in Roscoe Village area in Chicago. 
Paint used is Sherwin Williams Pure White SW7005.
Call us today to get a refreshed look in your home!
What a beautiful job using Sherwin Williams Super paint Velvet

+47

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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MQ Painting
4.9(
87
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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

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"MQ Painting was very professional in every aspect of the work they completed for us. They power washed every surface prior to painting. All surfaces were sanded or scraped as needed. Two coats of stain we applied to all surfaces. The garage doors were stripped, stained and varnished. The deck railings were completely replaced and painted on a very large deck. Originally, Jose thought only a portion of the railing spindles needed to be replaced. As the job proceeded it was apparent that all spindles and railing wood needed to be replaced. The only additional charge was for the materials, not for labor even though every spindle needed to be individually cut from larger pieces of lumber. MQ was the only painting contractor who bid on our paint job who was willing to do all the woodwork repairs needed on the deck. Other contractors said we'd need to have someone repair the deck and then they would paint it. We appreciated working with just one contractor. Their painting and carpentry work was top notch. All workers were neat, punctual and conscientious. All materials and tools were picked up and stored at the end of every work day. I discovered MQ Painting through Angie's List. I highly recommend MQ Painting and would absolutely hire them again."
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+3

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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VD Painting, Inc.
5.0(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+5 more

Serving Skokie, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The project was smooth! Performed on time in a professional manner with stunning results. Viden consulted on design and color, offered original suggestions, and executed the job according to promised details. VD Painting goes above and beyond to make customers happy. The team is trustworthy and has good vibes all around."
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7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ocegueda Painting Corp
5.0(
22
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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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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We have done several painting jobs with Jorge and would hire him again in the future! Very detailed, trustworthy and knowledgeable about finishes and products to use for your projects. Also, very responsive to calls and text messages and shows up ready every time we schedule work. All the painting work that Jorge has done for us, interior and exterior, looks fantastic."
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+52

Response time2 days
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Bici Brothers Drywall & Painting
5.0(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+1 more

Serving Skokie, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bici Brothers did an amazing job. They painted the interior of my entire house(3500 sq ft). Job was completed on time and on budget. Very professional, even did work without instruction to make the project really stand out. I will use them again for my next project."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
Eagles Painting & Decorative
4.9(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Skokie, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"If you need a professional painting job, look no further! “Eagles Painting & Decorative” was fast, efficient, and very reasonably priced. They handled my entire project with care and precision, and I was blown away by how clean they left everything. Couldn’t be happier with the results!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by38%of homeowners
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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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