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Jose's Painting
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Exterior or Interior Surfaces - Paint RemovalExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+18 more

Serving Thousand Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1970

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I highly recommend Jose's Painting L.A. I contracted with them to paint my 2.5 story craftsman home with a lot of detail and they did a beautiful job. I loved the fact that I received a fast itemized quote so I knew exactly what to expect. The workers were all professional and courteous. Also the work area was cleaned up everyday before they left. I would definitely use them again."
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Response time2 days
Response rate95%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Fresh Coat Painting
5.0(
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+7 more

Serving Thousand Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mr. Mullen and his crew did an excellent job in a timely fashion. I appreciated all of his suggestions and was extremely grateful for work that was done above and beyond original requests. Mr. Mullen was very personable and kept me abreast of every step. I would definitely use Fresh Coat Painting again."
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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James White Painting
4.7(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior or Interior Surfaces - Paint RemovalExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+5 more

Serving Thousand Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1973

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It went extremely well. Mr. White gave me a great price. He came by the next day after agreeing on price and start date and power washed the entire house. Looked for repairs that may be needed as well. Told me his crew would be here the following morning at 7:00am they were here about 6:45 am. They started working quickly and efficiently at sanding, filling stucco, checking for things that needed attention. Then began the actual painting around 11:00am. They prepped by covering my neighbors vehicles a fence as well to ensure that there wasn't any paint flying away anywhere. Paid very close attention to detail. They finished late afternoon and cleaned up behind themselves. Left me extra paint as well. There is a four year warranty on the job too! Mr. White helped me with the decision of exactly what paints I wanted and they blend very well. I chose a nice gray with black trim and went big and had my doors painted a fire engine red! Saw a few things I wanted touched up when he was by on Friday for payment and he sent someone out that very day to take care of. The house was painted on a Wednesday. I would have figured that a contractor would have been waiting at my door on Wednesday afternoon for payment. He gave me plenty of time to walk around look at and make comment. Was an extremely easy experience. The entire crew was courteous and worked very hard all day!"
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Response time3 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Assurance Painting, Inc.
5.0(
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+8 more

Serving Thousand Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had two very large rooms painted and ceiling beams stripped to natural wood. To begin, the quote I got from Top Class Painting was about 1/3 to 1/2 what was quoted by 3 other painters. They proceeded to work on the rooms. They arrived each day on time until the job was completed. Moved all furniture and replaced it exactly as it originally placed. Their quality of work far surpassed other companies. They gave me more than I contract for, which I've rarely seen in a contractor. When the job was completed, we went through the rooms to ensure nothing was missed and the quality was there. I will use them again when I have another painting job. Thank you Cisco!"
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Response time1 day
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FAQs for painting projects in Thousand Oaks, 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.

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