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G&L Painting
4.6(
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Serving Tellico Plains, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"G&L Painting has done both interior and exterior painting on my two story, stucco home. Both painting projects involved a color change. Earl Lewis took the time to listen to what I wanted, then made recommendations as to proper preparation and paint quality choices. He demonstrated respect for my property by laying out drop clothes and working cleanly. Everything turned out beautifully, as he promised."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fritts Home Services LLC
4.9(
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Serving Tellico Plains, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Isaac did a great job doing various handyman and painting services for me inside a rental home. I would absolutely use him again. Like anyone, clear communications create clear expectations, whether it is Isaac or any company, and make no assumptions. He's a great guy and showed up when he said and didn't waste material."
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+5

Response time7 hrs
Response rate99%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dixie Paint Works
5.0(
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Serving Tellico Plains, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are extremely pleased and happy with the job Andre and his crew did painting our home, and making repairs. Andre is a very nice person, easy to work with, and extremely good with colors and visualizing the whole project. Everyone was very respectful. We would recommend them to everyone, no one would have given us a better job. Thank you very much Andre and crew."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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G A Knox Construction
5.0(
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Serving Tellico Plains, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n

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+10

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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T-N-T Remodeling
5.0(
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Serving Tellico Plains, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. With over 25 years of experience, We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

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FAQs for painting projects in Tellico Plains, TN

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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