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Avatar for S.M. Painting
S.M. Painting
5.0(
9
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+1 more

Serving Southport, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner Jorge met with us and gave us a complete estimate for painting all the rooms, ceilings, hallways of our home. Started on the agreed start date and was finished and house was clean when he told us it would be. No add ons or price adjustments just a great job. My wife and I are very happy and we would recommend him to anyone one looking for a pro painter a very happy customer John A 4/17/26"
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+1

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Anderson Painting & Concrete Coatings
Anderson Painting & Concrete Coatings
4.8(
8
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+1 more

Serving Southport, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Be very specific about the expectations. The work performed was definitely what was originally discussed. I asked for power washing and trim painting. Painting was perfect, but the power washing was just a quick basic job. I should have been more specific about wanting the surface to be cleaned, even if it took extra work and a higher price tag."
Bright Accent Color
Bright Accent Color
Five Points Bungalow
Residential Interior
Residential Interior

+11

Response time4 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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JPAlvaradoscorp
4.9(
32
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Southport, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mykol completed several projects in my home. He refreshed my master bath and laundry room, painted several rooms, installed a gorgeous ceramic backsplash in my kitchen and fixed water damage in my living room ceiling. All done to my satisfaction. I would not hesitate to call him any time I need something done. Our next project will be my garage - painting, shelving, and epoxy floor."
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Railing
Vynil fence installation

+67

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
Avatar for J&M Construction And Cleaning, Inc
J&M Construction And Cleaning, Inc
5.0(
3
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+4 more

Serving Southport, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I donâ t write many reviews but I have to for Juan. I needed my whole interior painted due to flooding. He came over to look at the scope of the job and sent me an estimate that I thought was good. I had several estimates from different companies and I went with the lowest. I was a little nervous because his company had no web presence. But he saw some issues with previous work right away and I felt comfortable with him. I am so happy with my decision. His crew was meticulous in covering my new flooring with paper, repainting previously painted doors that werenâ t done well. I appreciated Juanâ s assistance with paint selection. He is the kindest man! His entire crew is very friendly. My neighbor commented on that! They arrived on time and worked the entire day (my other neighbor commented on that!). Some days there were six workers and all were friendly and nice. When the job was finished, Juan offered to help me put everything where it belonged! They swept and washed the floors! My house is absolutely beautiful now and I canâ t thank him enough. They were so fast that they finished before my money arrived and Juan had to wait a couple days before he was paid in full. He was so kind about it. Everyone who comes in to see the work is awed. And even better, my house is finally livable and beautiful as well."
MOLLY BAXTER
TERESA HEMPEL
TERESA HEMPEL
JAN PACK
JAN PACK

+22

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
M&D Property Solutions
4.5(
23
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsPainting or Staining - Small Projects - For BusinessSpecialty Painting - Textures - For Business

Serving Southport, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in remodeling and repair work. With over 10 years of experience, we take an enormous amount of pride in the attention of detail put into each of the projects we are involved in. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business practices. Have an emergency? You can count on us to answer the call and we will be happy to help. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction. Call us today for a quote!

Master bedroom
Master bedroom
Front hall
Living area
Entry

+10

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Read Construction
Read Construction
4.6(
10
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+9 more

Serving Southport, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Read Construction 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. We look forward to working with you!

shower tiling
exterior paint
custom tile shower stall
photos of recent projects
photos of recent projects

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Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Southport, NC

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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