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Vega Developments
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Serving Universal, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Vega's Painting Co is a top-notch interior design service. I worked with Jelissa, who's impeccable color palettes, expert furniture selections, and attention to detail are impressive. I highly recommend their professionalism and creativity for anyone seeking exceptional interior design services."
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Response time10 mins
Response rate92%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Viktos Commercial Roofing
5.0(
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Serving Universal, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. We specialize in restoring existing commercial, industrial, and agricultural roofs using liquid applied, seamless, elastomeric roofing systems. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the 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

Response time1 hour
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MC Coating, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Universal, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Kenny and Kevin showed up every day and went above and beyond in order to complete the painting of or house Nd the staining of our deck. I’d highly recommend MC COATINGS."
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Prepping floor
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Response time12 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hoosier Permanent Coatings
4.4(
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Serving Universal, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Everyone I interacted with were pleasant, polite, helpful, honest and very professional. From the initial sales call, to the finished product, I was well pleased. What a great small company and I would recommend their services to anyone who would like to have their home painted permanentally!"
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Sanders and Sons
4.9(
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Serving Universal, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Complete tuck-pointing of our 3 storey house. Considerate, thoughtful and talented crew restored our brickwork "clean and tight". Totally revitalized our 100 year old home. Will be ready for the next 100 years. Highest recommendation."
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Chimney Repair Project

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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R&G Painting & Power Washing, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Universal, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

R&G Painting & Power Washing LLC, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n\n\n

Response time8 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Universal, IN

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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