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Larson Construction LLC
4.9(
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Serving Sterling, AK and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

"Darren did such a great job repainting our interior! Hand textured the entire house, painted, and redid all the trim while we were on vacation. We came back to a band new home!"
Exterior paint and stain
Tri-color exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting & staining
Exterior painting

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Response time40 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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The Handy Couple
5.0(
3
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Serving Sterling, AK and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The Handy Couple helped us get our whole house repainted, THANK YOU! Jared and Autumn were professional and kind, and did an incredible job painting our interior walls, thank you for breathing life back into the space!"
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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Makari Construction
4.7(
11
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Serving Sterling, AK and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I own/rent a house in north Anchorage and am curently not living in the state. I needed some things repaired in my house and contacted Josh from the Angie's List options. The experience was very pleasant. I called to have him do odd and ends repairs and he responded very quickly. He gave me quotes and different options of what I could choose. I never felt like I was being taken advantage of like I have in the past by other repairmen. He was professional and very polite. I would definitely use him again in the future.
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Cajun Alaskan Services
4.8(
20
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Serving Sterling, AK and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cajun Alaskan Services is the trusted pro to use for your tree trimming needs. They are prompt and professional. At the busiest time of the season, my project was reviewed and quoted fairly. They brought the right equipment for the project and started within a week. Their customer service is stellar. All questions are answered promptly by a very pleasant and experienced staff. All work is completed to my satisfaction, and I will contact them for future projects on trees, firewood, or handyman jobs. Great team!"
Response time1 day
Response rate94%
Recommended by22%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Sterling, AK

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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