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Precision Paint Pros
5.0(
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Serving Summerville, SC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

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Customers say: True professional

"Awesome painting contractor! Juan and Noah are the best painters we have ever hired. They really care about doing an excellent job and are perfectionists! We highly recommend Precision Paint Pros!"
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+72

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pathway Home Painting & Improvements, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Summerville, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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"I highly recommend Pathway Home Painting! They showed up when they said they were going to show up, they more than met my expectations on all of the projects they completed for me and made sure I was satisfied."
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+23

Recommended by53%of homeowners
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AJ's Professional Painting LLC
5.0(
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Serving Summerville, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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"Axel is an expert. Listen to him on the exact paint to use. He did our kitchen cabinets, which look new. They had a difficult rubberized antiqued finish and he conquered it. He will only do a job the right way. Also painted our difficult den and its beautiful."
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Response time1 day
Response rate99%
Recommended by60%of homeowners
Abraham Williams Drywall
3.9(
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Serving Summerville, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

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"Mr. Williams did a good job on our ceilings but the messiest work, in regards to cleaning. There was none. My house is covered with residue. We have to have walls repainted due to ALL the spillage from the ceiling work. Our hardwood floors needs a good cleaning. The shoe tracks are all through our foyer. Also, instead of a full day of work, the 2 man team only works half days, making it longer for the work to be done. No masks noted, and cigarette butts in my yard. Let me just say in fairness, the job was decent, but I would like to recommend them, but in honesty regarding cleanliness, I WOULD NOT and CANNOT!!! I love kindness, but when it comes to your investment, you have to take in account everything. We now have to bring in someone for painting and who will use drop cloths. Oh yeah, make sure to get a contract for accountability."
Response time3 days
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Cransten Handyman and Remodeling
4.7(
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Serving Summerville, SC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

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Warranties offered

"If you want high quality performance in all types of repairs I suggest giving Cransten Service All Stars a call today ... David did a excellent job replacing the facia boards and painting and painting the soffit as well in a decent time period. All my repairs ill be done by Cransten hands down. Thanks guys for awesome work !"
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+12

Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
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The Velasquez Company, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Summerville, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

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We are a local painting contractor based in Summerville. We strive to provide a quality painting service for both residential and commercial clients. Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service and delivering a quality finish that surpasses expectations. We offer a variety of painting services, including interior and exterior painting, drywall repair, wallpaper removal and deck staining. Our goal is to make the painting experience hassle-free for our customers and ensure their satisfaction. \n\nContact us today - our team is waiting to assist you!

Exterior Painting in Summerville
Response time6 hrs
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Recommended by50%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Summerville, SC

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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