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LTD PAINTING
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small+4 more

Serving South Lyme, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Prior to selling our home it was suggested the interior be repainted. We contacted LTD and set a price and time frame which was extremely fair for both sides. All I can say is above and beyond expectations. Work was done prior to deadline and the quality was fantastic. Attention to detail, promptness, professional attitude. Job well done. Would definitely recommend and or hire again!"
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+27

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Paul Enterprises, LLC
4.6(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+2 more

Serving South Lyme, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"House beautifully painted with odds and ends masterfully fixed around the house: woodpecker damage, flashing on the chimney, broken spindles on the porch, and splitting wood trim. Paul Enterprises is a professional, aiming to please, and attentive to detail company. Owner Bill is honest, upfront, and easy to work with. Given the hand painting work, it took a little longer than a spray job. Although the price was a little high, the end product was well worth it."
Traditional Home Exterior
Interior Painting
Bathroom Remodel/Makeover - Mason's Island
Interior painting - Mason's Island
 Home painting

+38

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Unique's Painting
4.8(
9
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving South Lyme, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"If you're looking for a company to do a quality professional paint job at an affordable rate I highly recommend Jonathan at Unique's Painting! I submitted a request for an interior paint project on the Angi app. Jonathan not only contacted me immediately, he also came to my house that same day to give me a quote. I hired him to paint 3 rooms in my new home. The existing paint job was horribly done and almost every wall was left with small holes and lumpy bumpy surfaces. Jonathan and his team did an amazing job at filling, sanding, & prepping the walls and trim prior to painting and as a result the final paint job in all 3 rooms turned out fantastic!! During the process Jonathan even repaired several damaged areas on the tin ceiling before painting it and sent me video updates since I wasn't there. I will definitely be calling Unique's Painting for all my future paint projects and you should too!!"
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Response time50 mins
Response rate96%
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Donlon Painting & Home Improvement
4.9(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+1 more

Serving South Lyme, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Evan arrived on time and working alone power washed the entire house (1 story) in one morning. The north facing siding was was pretty heavily covered in mold as it had been 6-8 years since it had been cleaned previously. I am very happy with the level of work and highly recommend Donlon Painting for power washing vinyl siding. I am planning on hiring Evan for his painting skills in the near future."
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+6

Response time5 hrs
Response rate96%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for CYR PAINTING & RESTORATION
CYR PAINTING & RESTORATION
4.6(
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+10 more

Serving South Lyme, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had neglected the exterior of my contemporary red cedar house for too long and decided to address this while working from home during the pandemic. This was much more than a simple staining project. The house had to be power washed, sanded by hand and cedar boards replaced as needed before the staining could begin. John Cyr and his team excelled in every area. John expressed enthusiasm and confidence to take on the project and was always quick to respond to my calls and emails. His talented team, led by Ernie, was always professional, courteous, tidy, accommodating and paid attention to detail, even making sure to stain the mailbox post at the end of the driveway to match the house. Everyone was always patient with my questions and requests, which I appreciated and my house looks brand new. The project was completed within budget and on time, actually a little early. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them."
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Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Cifuentes Painting LLC
5.0(
6
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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 South Lyme, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Customers say: True professional

"Excellent work. The crew came early and got right to work. Cleanup was done every day and the final check was through, anything they might have missed was addressed Immediately. I will be calling for more work in the future."
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+145

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Essex Painting Company
5.0(
4
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+7 more

Serving South Lyme, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

We're an interior and exterior painting company. We'll get someone to your house quickly to give you a free, accurate estimate. Owner Dustin Meadows has been painting all over the state for many years and has developed systems to have your job done quickly, efficiently, and most important looking excellent. Thank you for taking the time to look into our business, we hope to hear from you.

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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in South Lyme, CT

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.

The South Lyme, CT homeowners’ guide to painting services

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