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Avatar for General Painting and Decorating, LLC
General Painting and Decorating, LLC
4.6(
68
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Serving Watertown, CT and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We couldn't have been more pleased with the quality of the service and the work that was done. General Painting is a professionally run operation; we appreciated the attention to detail that was evident from the job estimate, contract and follow through on promises. Ours is an old shingled farm house that needed the wood shingle to be stained and the trim to be painted. The prep work they did was impressive and the crew was unfailingly polite and responsive to any concerns or directives. We will be using them again for interior work in the near future!!! We whole heartedly recommend them."
Exterior Painting
Deck Stain
Exterior House
Yard Sign
Exterior

+122

Response time11 hrs
Response rate91%
71 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Challenger Construction, LLC
4.8(
99
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Serving Watertown, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Leandro and his crew did a great job staining my house and painting the trim. The crew showed up when they said they would and came everyday (weather permitting) until the job was finished. His price was very fair for the work performed. Most importantly, Leandro returned all my emails within minutes. Highly recommend.."
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Trumbull  job

+101

Response time11 hrs
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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CRS Painting
5.0(
22
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Serving Watertown, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I highly recommend CRS Painting for any home improvement needs. They recently completed several projects at my home, including painting the exterior of the house, installing vinyl flooring, and removing a popcorn ceiling in the bathroom. Their work was high quality, done efficiently, and the team was professional and respectful throughout the process. Communication was clear and timely, and they took care to ensure everything was completed to my satisfaction. If you’re looking for a dependable and skilled team for painting or general home updates, CRS Painting is an excellent choice."
Response time2 days
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by36%of homeowners
Avatar for Fernandez Painting and Remodeling LLC
Fernandez Painting and Remodeling LLC
4.4(
131
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Serving Watertown, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Luis and his sons did an incredible Job painting our interior rooms of our house. We highly recommend him and will be hiring him to paint the exterior this summer. He is very reasonable and reliable."
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+7

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Taurus Painting Services LLC
5.0(
17
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Serving Watertown, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have used Taurus Painting Services multiple times throughout my home’s many remodeling projects. This was a small project to paint walls and accent paint my foyer and stair risers leading to the second story. Steve communicates well and confirmed color choices and paint finishes before starting the project. He set eta’s and he and his small crew worked quietly and efficiently to complete the project as expected. All surfaces were prepped and furniture and flooring was either moved or protected. I highly recommend Taurus Painting Services for all your painting needs."
Annie’s Garage
Annie’s Garage
Annie’s Garage
Annie’s Garage
Annie’s Garage

+64

Recommended by68%of homeowners
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JGF PAINTING, LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Watertown, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"WOW WOW WOW!!! AWSOME JOB best customer service! Unbelievable paint job No mess at all Polite courteous and respectful of my house I REALLY can’t wait to have them back in the spring I hired the very BEST!! my house looks brand new VERY HAPPY… THANKS GUYS"
Exterior Paint
Response time6 hrs
Response rate88%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Unique's Painting
4.8(
9
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Serving Watertown, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"If you're looking for a company to do a quality professional paint job at an affordable rate I highly recommend Jonathan at Unique's Painting! I submitted a request for an interior paint project on the Angi app. Jonathan not only contacted me immediately, he also came to my house that same day to give me a quote. I hired him to paint 3 rooms in my new home. The existing paint job was horribly done and almost every wall was left with small holes and lumpy bumpy surfaces. Jonathan and his team did an amazing job at filling, sanding, & prepping the walls and trim prior to painting and as a result the final paint job in all 3 rooms turned out fantastic!! During the process Jonathan even repaired several damaged areas on the tin ceiling before painting it and sent me video updates since I wasn't there. I will definitely be calling Unique's Painting for all my future paint projects and you should too!!"
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Before and After
Response time50 mins
Response rate96%
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Lundie Painting LLC
4.6(
12
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Serving Watertown, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Excellent! I was pushing this painting off for so long as I work full time and did not want to deal with moving all the stuff out of my bedrooms. Kyle made the process super easy. He helped with moving the furniture out and prepping the room as well as picking out color. Super nice guy who really seems like he cares about his work and business! He was punctual and got everything done really quickly and painlessly, while still doing good quality work. I had some water damage in one of the bedrooms and he took care of and seemed very knowledgeable about what to do. Everything looks great! Great pricing! Very pleased and would definitely hire again if I need more painting done."
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+19

Response time11 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Watertown, CT

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 Watertown, CT homeowners’ guide to painting services

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