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C Gray, Sons and Associates
4.4(
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Serving Utica, MS and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Requested quote for sanding and painting front exterior door and frame. Got a reply within 30 minutes, had quote within 24hrs, project completed very next day. Fast, friendly, and professional work. Will definitely be back!"
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+3

Response time7 hrs
58 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Michael Professional Paint Service, LLC.
5.0(
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Serving Utica, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

"Michael Professional paint service was great ! I would highly recommend this company for any of your painting needs they did everything in a professional manner ..,I will definitely use this company for a my painting needs again…"
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+3

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Spray masterz
4.7(
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Serving Utica, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Spray Masterz were very professional, on time, and didn’t leave until the job was complete. I highly recommend them for any of your painting needs. They did a great job! I’m"
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Painting - Interior Project
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+17

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Professional painting services
4.6(
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Serving Utica, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

"We would definitely recommend John and Emma to anyone who needs PROFESSIONAL painting done. They work as a team, and their goal is to satisfy the customer. Very considerate about your schedule, they arrive about the same time daily and leave about the same time. We will call them again, next time I need painting done."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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S&J PAINTING
5.0(
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Serving Utica, MS and surrounding areas

"It was an absolutely amazing experience. Josh and Steve were both very polite and punctual. The work they did was impeccable and they finished quicker than they had expected. I would highly recommend hiring these guys for all your painting and contracting needs!"
Hardwood floor we refinished. 3 coats of water based poly (gloss) we applied.
Sprayed and back rolled the brick (snow bound by sherwin williams).
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+9

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Quality Painting
4.9(
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Serving Utica, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys are amazing at what they do. I needed the entire inside of my home repainted and the work was very professional, detailed, and unflawed. Would definitely recommend them for any painting needs. Thanks Timothy and Randy!"
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FAQs for painting projects in Utica, MS

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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