Serving Tuscarora, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Jose and his crew were wonderful to work with. They were very professional and finished the job in 3 days (7 rooms and 2 hallways), walls, ceilings and trim. They made sure the job was done to my satisfaction. I would highly recommend Advancepro for any painting job."
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Serving Tuscarora, MD and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1997
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Lane and Sons Painting did a great job finishing the drywall, sanding, priming, and painting my unfinished garage. They showed up on time and worked hard. Also, pricing was fair. Would highly recommend Lane and Sons Painting and would use them again."
Serving Tuscarora, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1999
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Mr Rafferty went beyond expectations. He power washed my house, sanded and painted all wood trim on the house, and repaired then painted dry wall inside my house. Mr Rafferty was punctual and he cleaned up his work area before he left. I’d highly recommend Mr Rafferty for hoo ooo me improves."
Serving Tuscarora, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 2010
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Warranties offered
"It took several contractors coming out to find the perfect one. GM Painting, LLC were very professional. The guys that did the painting treated my home and furniture like I would. I knew what color I wanted but after looking at paint samples I changed my mind on color. The change in color made my furniture look brand new. They were prompt, courteous, knowledgeable and professional. I will use them when I need painting done. I will recommend them to family and friends."
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Serving Tuscarora, MD and surrounding areas
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Free estimates
Customers say: Super punctual
"Salvador & Sons did a great job on several painting jobs. They painted our ceilings and outside shutters. We were very pleased with their work."
+26
Serving Tuscarora, MD and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Louis Guerrero has done many projects for me in the last 3 years. He is always punctual, professional, and his work is of the highest quality. He is my go to for all the things I cannot do myself (or don’t want to do myself). I highly recommend Guerrero Services."
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Serving Tuscarora, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
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"We had Emerson Paints paint the exterior of our home. This company is so professional. They got my appointment within two weeks like I had asked. When I had questions or concerns they answered everything in such a friendly, calming and professional manner. The painter was friendly and so kind and worked so hard. Our house looks amazing and brand new. They were careful to tape up all the areas that weren't getting painted and I even saw the painter go around with a brush touching up tiny little spots and he didn't leave until he had it all done. When the job was finished everything was cleaned up and moved back into place. The next day I got a call from the office so they could make sure I was satisfied."
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Serving Tuscarora, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 2003
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"He did an outstanding job."
Serving Tuscarora, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2003
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Drywall done right! Great service."
+950
Serving Tuscarora, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2009
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Spoke with Freddy and told him what we needed to have done. He came to our home the next day and gave us an estimate. The work was completed the next day! Freddy and his team can do it all! From powerwashing to garage door trim repair, painting bay windows and attic vents. They did a great job."
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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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