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Sefner Painting
4.9(
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Serving Waterford, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had a very good experience with Greg and his team. To start, Greg was very on time throughout the quoting and painting process. He showed up on time to our appointment, and out of four providers quoting the job, he was the only one to provide his estimate when he stated. He was thorough in our estimating meeting; he asked questions to assure we all understood what the work would include. Once we agreed to use his service, Greg and his team were on time each day of the job. They were careful to completely cover and move all furniture and floors. Throughout the 3 day job, Greg had made sure the work was getting done as efficiently as possible, and he was keeping me up to date as needed. They were very respectful of our home and professional in their work. We will definitely use Greg again for our painting needs."
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+10

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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1451 Dale Painting
4.7(
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Serving Waterford, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Martin, Josh and the rest of the team painted about 2/3 of our house interior. They were excellent with their communication, showed up when they said they could start, completed the large project timely and did a great job throughout all rooms. Highly recommend them for your painting needs!!!"
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Five Star Painting of Madison
4.9(
51
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Serving Waterford, WI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are so thrilled with how the painting in our livingroom & kitchen turned out. The newly painted cabinets look great! Alisa's color consultation prior to painting was very much appreciated. The crew and project manager arrived on time, were respectful, had a huge work ethic and everything was immaculate when they left. We hadn't done anything to the house since we bought it 20 years ago and their team repaired cracks in the ceiling and the work they did is great. We felt listened to, we knew we could ask questions and never felt rushed. The walk throughs for the estimate, prepaint & finished paint job were very useful. The whole project took very little time. Thank you, Five Star Painting Team!"
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Culver's Painting LLC
4.7(
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Serving Waterford, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Wow, Culver's Painting came highly recommended and they painted the entire interior of our home, including the paneling and cabinets in the family room. We could not be more pleased with their quality work and fair pricing. They painted our home as if it was their own, great attention to detail, great staff on the job, nice guys, very polite. Our home is in Brookfield, I'm a 40 year resident here and a Realtor for over 30 years, so I know a lot of contractors and Culver's Painting is #1. Honestly: "The value of our home has increased at least $25,000" and I should know, I'm an experienced Realtor and I know this market. Thank you to Josh and the guys. Mike and Shiela Manske MManskeRealtor@gmail.com"
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+12

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Culver's Painting, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Waterford, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Highly recommend Culverâ s painting. They came out quickly to give me an estimate on the work. They were able to schedule the work quickly. The team that came to paint was excellent. They worked quickly and did an excellent job painting 3 bedrooms. I am very happy with their work and will use them again."
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+5

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Pioneer Painting
5.0(
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Serving Waterford, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Nick was honest about what to expect. Wear is showing after a couple winters But he did a great job. My deck looked beautiful when it was done. He also did several other painting projects on the exterior that turned out better than I could imagine."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Valencia Painting & More LLC
5.0(
14
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Serving Waterford, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They painted our basement walls and floors. They also painted the foyer, stairway and upstairs hall. Excellent work. Very neat and sharp work, they were quick and they cleaned up nice afterwards. The crew was friendly and professional."
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+27

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Smart Brush Painting, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Waterford, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"We recently had Jose and his crew paint my son's entire condo. Upon meeting Jose he was very kind, confident, and excited about helping my son revamp his new living space. Jose's mission statement listed on his website is absolutely accurate! The communication, attention to detail, and quality of work was outstanding! The cost was very fair for the quality of work done. I would 100% recommend this company and will hire him again!!! A+"
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FAQs for painting projects in Waterford, WI

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.

The Waterford, WI homeowners’ guide to painting services

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