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Schmidt Painting
4.8(
509
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Serving Truro, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Schmidt Painting is high quality painting company that I would HIGHLY recomend. Derrick and his crew painted the inside of my house from top to bottom. They have excellent workmanship and were on time everyday. Putting in long hours to make sure the job was done perfectly. We were extermely happy with their skill and their attention to detail. I would defintely recommend Schmidt Painting and would absolutely use them again. 10 + job. If your looking for a painting company look no more.... HIRE Schmidt Painting. You will be happy that you did!!!!"
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Schmidt Painting Awards

+20

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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H&M Painters
4.9(
28
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Serving Truro, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"H and Painters did my deck--power wash, sanded, 2 coats of stain. Work. was wonderful, workers friendly, polite, cleaned up, help remove furniture from the deck in order to do the job. I would hire them in an instant again. They are father and son. The second son and wife came to help out."
Clapboard, trim  painted and shingles
Exterior
Door trim
Shingles
Shingles

+18

Response time4 hrs
Response rate92%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Regal Custom Painting, Inc.
4.8(
53
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Serving Truro, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They painted the exterior of my home and replaced some trim. Iâ m so pleased with the quality and the service of Regal Custom Painting! Nice polite workers too! I will definitely use them for future projects."
Response time12 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Dennis Murphy Painting and Decorating
4.6(
20
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Serving Truro, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Prompt, reliable, high quality job at a reasonable price. I've hired many painters during my life, and many contractors too. Dennis Murphy Painting delivered one of the best experiences. I am so pleased with the work quality and they take great care to cover all furniture and flooring. I plan on hiring them again for additional painting work that I have in the budget for next year."
Response time3 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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VGK Painting, Inc
4.6(
112
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Serving Truro, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Hired many painting and carpentry contractors over decades for exterior painting/deck and siding repair and deck staining and no one as performed better than Vinny and Giscelle. Why? Fair quote beating any competition on price and work detail and then in performance, executing daily on time as promised in the contract, communicating as needed on any new items arising. Excellent quality in carpentry repairs, painting prep and within the lines neat painting. Would recommend them to family and friends without hesitation. Pleasant professional people. M &D"
CARPENTRY
DECK + FRONT DOOR
INTERIOR PAINTING
INTERIOR PAINTING
CARPENTRY

+140

Response time2 hrs
Response rate91%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Anderson & Sons Home Solutions, Inc.
4.8(
166
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Serving Truro, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very professional workers. I am very pleased with theirwork. PAinted my outside trim and stained the deck. Thank you all who recommended them on Home Advisor."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate88%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cape Cod Fine Finishes, LLC
4.9(
47
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Serving Truro, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I hired Nick to paint my home's interior walls prior to moving in a couple of years ago and again recently to paint the kitchen cabinets. Both projects came out great! I recommended them to my neighbors and will absolutely call them again. Cindy P. Falmouth"
deck staining
kitchen cabinets painting
kitchen cabinets painting
bedroom repainting
bedroom repainting

+36

Response time3 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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FCL Painting
5.0(
7
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Serving Truro, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"A perfect professional very fast job. Fernando and his crew were super courteous and clean. And a very fair price. He chose an Awesome paint color for our house too!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Truro, MA

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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