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"I hired this company two years in a row. First to stain the outside of my house, and then again a year later to sand and stain my very large deck. His work is exceptional."
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Serving Tunkhannock, PA and surrounding areas
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143 Painting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 20 years of experience serving Bernville and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
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"THESE GUYS ENDURED THE ELEMENTS IN NOV. AND DEC. AND STILL COMPLETED THE JOB IN A TIMELY MANNER WITH EXCELLENT WORKMANSHIP! VERY GREATFUL!"
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"I have been using Jerry for several years as a sub-contractor. He does great work. Jerry has great customer service and I receive great feedback from my customers. He is personable while being professional. Trustworthy, honest and reliable. His job sites are always kept clean throughout the work - being respectful. I will continue to use and continue to recommend."
Serving Tunkhannock, PA and surrounding areas
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"Phil replaced my bathroom fan. He did an excellent job. Very nice person. Easy yo talk too. Very knowledgeable about the work he does. I will gladly use Phil in the future for any work I need done."
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We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! We are a small family owned business, if you call you can expect to talk with the owner of the company. Owner will be on the project himself. We are factory trained and certified.
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Apparent Power Innovations is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 5 years of experience serving Tobyhanna, PA and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
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Serving Tunkhannock, PA and surrounding areas
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"Paint Over Prime was super professional and always showed up to the job and on time and ready to work. Paint over Prime was able to accommodate all of my add on needs and had contractors within network for my specialty projects Paint over prime comes highly recommended and would absolutely hire again"
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"Very knowledgeable about the products they use. Very helpful in helping you find the right colors or stains. They go above and beyond for their customers. I highly recommend Billy and his crew."
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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