Serving Street, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 1990
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"The price was very reasonable and their attention to detail was incredible. They finished in under 2 days and even came back a third day when I wasn’t happy with the color in the basement (I originally asked them to simply touch up, but the paint didn’t match)."
Serving Street, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 2011
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We recently quoted out the painting of our front hallway (includes vaulted ceiling) to 4 different vendors. We chose Perfect Painters because they offered the same level of service (and paint quality) as the other three, but were the most competitively priced (two of the other vendors over-quoted us for a very straightforward project - walls were in great shape: it was just a refresh paint job on the upper walls above the chair rails and molding. One was $1,100 more expensive than Perfect Painters!). When I told these vendors that they had lost the bid due to pricing, both suggested that they were "very comfortable" with the prices they quoted us and suggested that we might be getting a lower quality job from Perfect Painters. I can assure you that was not the case - the team arrived on time and quickly got to work covering the area in tape and plastic. The team of three expanded to 4 or 5 in the afternoon to complete the job in about 6 hours (2 coats on walls, ceiling and crown molding). They did an excellent job and left the space as they found it. I have no hesitation in recommending them and will use them again for my next painting job. Beware of other vendors out there who will jack up the price and try to justify it by suggesting that the job is complicated by elevation (the ceiling is about 19 feet high at the highest point - its called a ladder!, or the fact that they have to tape the banister!) Next time, I won't waste my time and simply have Perfect Painters do the job for me. They are honest and straightforward and the crew who did the job were very friendly and efficient."
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Serving Street, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 2008
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Chris and his team did an excellent job painting the whole house as requested. Snow or shine they were here and completed the job exceptionally well. They were economically good also. Highly recommend them."
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Serving Street, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"J painting painted the interior of my 2800 square-foot house with a finished basement. They did an excellent job high level of attention to detail. Did the job in only four days. I am very happy with the finished project. I will be thinking of them for my next house maintenance project."
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Serving Street, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1999
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"We had Phil from Rafferty Painting here for the last 1.5 days. He made a 5 sided angular box around a fire sprinkler head, covered it with drywall and painted it to perfectly match the wall. He then fixed cracks in the ceiling and painted it to match.(others said it couldn't be matched). He arrived on time, cleaned up after himself and was very friendly and courteous. The final price was comparable to estimates from other contractors and we are happy with his work. I don't know about the other painters/carpenters at Rafferty but I would definitely recommend Phil."
Serving Street, MD and surrounding areas
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Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
Customers say: True professional
"Laura hand sanded my 35 year old cabinets before painting and they look like new. Also appreciated that she took all the drawers and doors to her place and brought them back finished."
Serving Street, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2004
Free estimates
Customers say: Terrific value
"Tony and his crew did an AMAZING job in my house! They not only were professional but also friendly and respectful!! They painted my entire house and cabinets and it literally looks like a brand new house!!!"
Serving Street, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2004
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Jz did a superb job involving prepping and painting a good deal of trim work that had been neglected . They showed up on time and got all the work done in 1 day. Their price was very reasonable. Will use them again"
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Serving Street, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Emergency services offered
Small jobs welcome
"I found Jorge to be one of the most professional and meticulous painters around. He is one of those rare individuals who will not leave the project until the job is done and perfect. Having just moved into a new condo, there will be other projects down the road and certainly will use Jorge."
Serving Street, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"The quality of work is excellent. I would recommend Brackettry Custom Homes LLC for any type of remodel, home improvement, painting etc...The company is very dependable, reasonably priced and does great work. I hired Brackettry LLC for a Kitchen remodel, 2 bathroom remodel with detail oriented tile work, a kitchenette, painting the interior of my entire home and exterior doors among other things. Great work ethic and plan on hiring the company for other projects in the future. I highly recommend Brackettry LLC."
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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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