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Avatar for Patrick Holmes Painting
Patrick Holmes Painting
4.6(
27
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+2 more

Serving Tehachapi, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Patrick and his painters were easy to work with and respectful! Each day they did their best to clean up after themselves and took away their own trash at the end of the project! They used high quality paint, paid attention to details, and were reasonably priced! I will use them again when we are ready to paint the interior!"
Great room
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior

+7

Response time1 day
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Star Painting & Decoration Inc
5.0(
54
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+18 more

Serving Tehachapi, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Star Painting and Decoration to stain a new fence I had put up on my property. Alvaro and his crew were fantastic! They always showed up on time and did a great job. The fence looks incredible. Will definitely hire again. Thanks Star Painting!"
Exterior Painting
Exterior Painting
Exterior Painting
Exterior Painting
Exterior Painting

+17

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Advanced Custom Painting Services, Inc.
4.9(
34
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small

Serving Tehachapi, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Victor & his crew worked on the interior of my 1000 sq ft rental. Lots of problems with the rental itself. Advanced overcame all of them. I have worked with a number of painting contractors over the years, and Victor and his crew are some of the best. They do great work and they show real attention to detail. I would have no hesitation using them to paint my own home or referring them to my friends who were painting theirs."
Response time2 days
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Whitestone Industries
4.2(
67
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+1 more

Serving Tehachapi, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I want everyone to know that Whitestone Painters stand out for their customer satisfaction policy. We first had our interior painting done in Nov 2015 and I noticed that there was a problem with the paint, so I called and Ernie came right out. He agreed there was indeed a problem and said no problem, they would come back and repaint the rooms at my convenience, which they did this week. I never had a complaint with their quality of work, because they did an amazing job. It ended up that the paint was not washable as requested. They truly do stand by their customer satisfaction 100% and I will use them again the next time I need a job done. The painters were polite and treated my home as if it was theirs which really impressed me. I highly recommend Whitestone & you will not be disappointed !!"
 applying multiple color schemes
 the finish
 exterior
 our finish product
 our process

+15

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Xander's Coats Specialists, INC
4.7(
15
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms

Serving Tehachapi, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Founded in 2018 with over 18 years of industry experience Xander?s Coats Specialists provides quality painting and sealants services in California. Over the years we have worked closely with homeowners, property managers, project managers and architects in a variety of projects throughout the Golden State. Besides from getting background checked, our employees go through our Initial Hire Training Program to assure our clients always get the best service possible.

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Tehachapi, CA

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 Tehachapi, CA homeowners’ guide to painting services

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