Serving Watertown, WI and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2000
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Warranties offered
"5 Star Painting did a fabulous job on everything from helping us select the perfect color to meticulously painting the entire house and deck. We are so happy with the outcome. The entire process went very smoothly and we recommend them to anyone looking for painting services."
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Serving Watertown, WI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2001
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Customers say: Terrific value
"We recently had Joas Painting paint a large part of our home and 2 of our entry doors. They did an awesome job! The guys were all very friendly and anything we asked of them they tended too. I would highly recommend them. The painting they did was excellent and we are picky!! 5 stars"
Serving Watertown, WI and surrounding areas
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In business since 1981
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Emergency services offered
"We have hired Michael's Painting a few times, (recently last fall for our garage) to paint our house and detached garage. It is a very personal and professional experience. Michael is quick to respond and personally shows up throughout the project. His team takes pride in their work and are immaculate with clean up. Our garage from last fall looks great! We will hire Michael's Painting again and again."
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Serving Watertown, WI and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
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"Santiago Painting did a fantastic job staining our deck! We had some problems with color matching and they were patient and helpful. They always responded quickly to our communications and were very knowledgeable. I will always use them if I need work done and highly recommend them! If you are looking for high quality and efficiency, hire Santiago Painting!"
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Serving Watertown, WI and surrounding areas
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BMPAITNING LLC is a high-quality painting business delivering satisfaction guaranteed to our customers for over a decade. We cover any painting services while delivering the best prices for the best quality job attainable. Give a call today commitment free for a free estimate.
Serving Watertown, WI and surrounding areas
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In business since 1971
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Credit card accepted
"Professional free home estimate. On time, well priced and three painters arriving on time, time value and beautiful work and clean up. Highly recommend."
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Serving Watertown, WI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2021
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Small jobs welcome
"Very professional from start to finish. Always on time & quality work. Painted entire interior of our home including all trim work, walls, ceilings & closets. We are extremely happy with the results!"
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Serving Watertown, WI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2016
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"S & S Painting & Restoration did a great job. Once we were scheduled They contacted us as to the start date & came out to pressure wash our roof, which they completed in one day.. when the weather was right, they came out to apply the primer & 2 top coats to our roof. They also completed it in one day. We have a large farmhouse with a 2 story metal roof with a few different pitches & levels of roof. They were very professional & meticulous in the spraying of the paint. I would recommend their services to anyone looking for a painting company. We have another couple of buildings that we will be scheduling for next spring. We are very satisfied with their work!"
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Serving Watertown, WI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2014
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Emergency services offered
"He redid my patio. Good work!"
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Serving Watertown, WI and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2023
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"Jackson replaced trim work in two of my rooms and hallway. He paid attention to the details and style leaving me with a refreshed and professional look."
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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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