Serving Somersworth, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2001
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Emergency services offered
"Working with Dennis was fantastic. Scheduling the work was easy. He came to my house. Did the prep the painting and the cleanup. It was very professional. I will use him again. He also gave me great advice that I valued and I am thrilled with."
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Serving Somersworth, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 1996
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Warranties offered
"Ryan and Bobby were very professional, but also personable and have a great rapport with each other which carries over to the customer. Their banter made them fun to be around as I work from home. RES made recommendations for complimentary color schemes and easily accommodated a few of our last-minute changes which included repainting an accent wall. Highly recommended."
Serving Somersworth, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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Emergency services offered
"Levi and his crew painted our entire downstairs when we redid our kitchen. They did the baseboard, ceilings, and all the way up the stairs. They fixed the cracks in the walls and did such a great job. I highly recommend him. My cat, who likes to the be the center of attention, got a lot of entertainment from the painters and he (the cat) even got a Christmas card from Levi that year!"
Serving Somersworth, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
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"We would highly recommend Jordan. The quality results for our exterior painting job, aa well as the thorough completion of the job, are reasons to hire this company."
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Serving Somersworth, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
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Credit card accepted
"Very professional and friendly. Prompt . Called me right away and was able to do my job quickly. He did Great job, very meticulous and cleaned up every step of the way. Love my bedroom . Would highly recommend them for any of your interior or exterior painting needs."
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Serving Somersworth, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2008
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Small jobs welcome
"We cannot say enough good things about Nick. He replaced all of our exterior trim and it looks incredible. It was a huge project and Nick did not disappoint! Nick and Marshall are both so kind, hard working, detail oriented and a pleasure to work with. They gave us updates every day and were very transparent about their progress along the way. We cannot wait to have NP Carpentry back for a future project!"
Serving Somersworth, NH and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2013
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Emergency services offered
"Steve did an outstanding job refinishing and painting our kitchen cabinets. He was meticulous about prepping the kitchen and his workmanship was first-rate. The spray painting went smoothly and because of his careful preparation, there was no paint on any surfaces where t didn't belong. He did a thorough clean up afterwards. The cabinets look brand new and we couldn't be happier. He is an excellent craftsman."
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Serving Somersworth, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
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Small jobs welcome
"We hired Big Al to paint two stair ways, a hallway, and a living room area. From our first phone conversation for a quote until he completed the job, Al was reliable, punctual, and finished the project within the proposed timeframe and budget. Weâ d recommend using Big Alâ s painting to anyone!"
Serving Somersworth, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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"They have the nicest workers you could imagine. They are very smart and knowledgeable. They were just all around phenomenal."
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Serving Somersworth, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2002
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"Doug was very professional, punctual and respectful of my home. He made a hot mess turn into a serene atmosphere!"
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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