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Duff Painting Co
5.0(
130
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Serving University City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"My wife and I hired Duff Painting Company to paint the exterior of our two-story cedar house in Webster Groves. The house had been previously painted by a different company 10 years ago, but the sun exposed sides started to crack and peel several years ago, perhaps prematurely. Mike Duff, the owner, was a joy to work with. Shortly after being contacted, he came to our house for purposes of discussing our needs and to formulate a bid which was emailed just a few days later. I also received bids from three other companies. I went with Mike because I got the sense that his small company would provide a superior level of skill, attention to detail and craftsmanship compared to the others (and I was right about that), and because his bid was more reasonable than the others for the same work. We made a great choice. Mike’s team of long-term experienced employees showed up on time every day, and were very pleasant, professional, hard-working, and competent. They did an excellent job scrapping, prepping and priming the many rough patches unlike the previous two painting companies we had used. They skillfully taped all the windows. They used a combination of a sprayer and hand rollers to apply the 2 coats. They cleaned up after themselves every day such that you would not have known they were there, and made sure to leave their equipment overnight on different parts of the grass each day so as not to kill it during the week it took to finish the job. It was obvious the team did not believe in cutting corners or rushing the job. The team leader was very good at explaining the process, and he went the extra mile to take care of some additional painting requests I made on the spot which were not part of the original contract. I greatly appreciated the flexibility. Also unlike the prior painting companies, they had a porta potty temporarily installed so the workers would not disturb us during the day. And best of all, the house looks great! The job was finished toward the end of May 2024. When it comes time to paint the house again, Duff Painting Company will get the job. Dave Davis June 2024"
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+170

Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Kamons Custom Painting LLC
4.8(
42
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Serving University City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Shawn worked just great and was prompt and very efficient in his work of painting our half of a duplex . Would highly recommend to friends and family."
Front door
Dining room
Office
Great room
Front door

+43

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Paul Marcus Painting
4.7(
23
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Serving University City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Paul was great. Quality was unreal. Painted my 30 year old cabinets and they look unreal. He did the job in the time he said he would. He had great ideas also on what i should do with a cabinet i am adding and how is should be painted and installed. I had a party two days after he was done and people went crazy on how great the cabinets looked. Hire Paul you cant go wrong."
Cabinet refinishing jobs
Island refacing and refinishing
Island refacing and refinishing
Island refacing and refinishing
Island refacing and refinishing

+16

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Southern Painting Solutions
4.8(
27
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Serving University City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I would highly recommend Southern painting solutions for any of your painting and drywall needs, they did an outstanding job my house looks awesome they did such a good job that I have hired them to paint the outside of my home also, all the people that were here working hard everyday we're so nice and helpful to me and they went beyond and above what they needed to do. I can't thank you enough for everything that you've done for me, thank you"
Front door
Front of home
Side of garage
Front of home
Shutters

+121

Response time2 days
Response rate88%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Riverside Painters
4.4(
39
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Serving University City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Aleks is one of the nicest people I've met. He stayed in close communication with me before, during and after the process. His firm does an excellent job and the paint matched everything perfectly. I would recommend his company to anyone looking for a great paint experience!"
Window
Window
Front door
Front door
Wall panels

+40

Response time9 hrs
Response rate90%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Next Coat Painting LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving University City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Next Coat Painting LLC was punctual and performed high quality coating on my three level deck. Their quality work exceeded expectations and the crew made sure the work area was cleaned when the project was completed. I would highly recommend them for all of your coating and painting needs."
Painting
Kitchen and Living room
Kitchen and Living room
Kitchen and Living room
Kitchen and Living room

+10

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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B.I.C. Business Services, LLC
4.7(
210
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Serving University City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I recently hired B.I.C. for deck repair, staining, and to clean the siding of our home. The results exceeded my expectations. The owner, was professional, punctual, and paid close attention to every detail from start to finish. He repaired a rotted post and a weak board under a step, and made the entire deck look beautiful again. The staining work was outstanding. The finish was high quality, and he took the time to properly prep and clean everything before starting. His communication was excellent throughout the project. The deck now looks beautiful, feels safer, and has completely transformed our outdoor space. I highly recommend B.I.C. to anyone looking for reliable, skilled, and professional deck repair and staining services. I will certainly hirer this company for future painting projects."
Deck Stain
Fence Before and After
Deck Stain
Fence Before and After
Commercial Cleaning

+18

Response time7 hrs
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Martin Construction & Painting
4.9(
7
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Serving University City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Martin construction and painting did a great job. I had the interior of my house painted. It was done in a timely manner and he is very detailed. Would most definitely recommend!"
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+18

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Think Tank Enterprises
5.0(
176
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Serving University City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Fred is absolutely wonderful to work with. We have hired him for multiple home projects including staining our fence, deck stain, painting both inside and out, and even replacing pavers and he did a fantastic job on everything! Great communication. Extremely conscientious. Fred will treat your home like he would his own and really cares about customer satisfaction."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate88%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for painting projects in University City, MO

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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