Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1980
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"House Painting Inc did a fantastic job. They were very reliable and professional. They did the job quickly but carefully."
+10
Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
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."
+67
Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1981
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Berger's Painting was awesome to work with. They helped us painting our whole house."
+28
Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1978
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"The house exterior was power washed, the stucco was repaired, cracks in the wood filled, peeling paint was removed and the entire exterior of the house was painted including the patio cover. When the job was completed, the painters cleaned up and left paint for touch ups. My house looks terrific. From the outside, the house looks brand new. I am very satisfied with the painting, and I would recommend Rick Jamison Painting to anyone looking for a painter."
+20
Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2009
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I was so impressed with Star Painting and Decoration Inc. Alvaro and his crew exhibited punctuality, professionalism, workmanship to a degree I haven’t seen in a painting company before. He painted my house using Sherwin Williams Paint . He explained the different qualities of paint. We chose Emerald Exterior by Sherwin Williams. That paint is the best on the market!! Alvaro addressed every detail we discussed in our first walk of my home. My home came out great!! I will be referring Alvaro to any one who needs to paint the exterior of their house!! 200 Percent Satisfaction Guaranteed!!!!"
+17
Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2014
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Warranties offered
"We just had the exterior of our house painted & it looks fabulous! A couple of years ago the CertaPro team also painted the interiors which continue to look great. It really has been a pleasure to work with John Villar & his team on both projects. The process from start to finish went so well each time - great people, professional & such precise painting. We much appreciate all John's team did to make our home beautiful inside & out!"
+11
Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1973
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I left for work upon arrival of the painters(7 man crew). When I arrived home, they had finished approx. 95% of paint job. Mistakenly, they painted garage door white, and painted the accent wood on front door and landing white as well as back door. I pointed out their mistake & without any attitude, they promptly repainted the areas my selected color. The foreman also returned to touch up some areas that I requested. My aunt is going to have them paint a building for her and my son has an apartment building he plans to request Mr. White do the paint job."
+37
Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They did an Awesome job and our external house paint job turned out Excellent. Elliot and his Team were Professional,Prompt,Skilled,Knowledgeable and Friendly. For a large project like a 2 story house they excelled at reaching all the high places ,eves and chimneys.....leaving everything cleaned up at the end of every work day. I highly recomend Elliot and his Crew for your exterior painting ......so I invited him and his crew to tackle our interior painting project in September"
+43
Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1999
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Excellent customer service and painting job!"
+27
Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
Free estimates
Warranties offered
Credit card accepted
"I can’t say enough about James! He was well informed and helped me every step of the way while I was choosing a color for my home. My home looks great!! The job was done quickly and professionally a very stream lined project from beginning to the end. I was worried about a mess being left behind but the clean up was just as good as the quality paint job and stellar preparation. James has found a customer for life, I am so happy that I made the right choice. Thank You James."
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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