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Five Star Painting of Madison
4.9(
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Serving Waunakee, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We highly recommend Five Star Painting! Everyone that we had contact with was professional, friendly, efficient, and responsive. We had ceilings and walls in 4 rooms and 3 hallways painted and they finished in 1.5 days. And it all looks so good! Very reasonable pricing. Meticulous work. We will definitely use them for any future painting needs."
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+606

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Diaz Painting
5.0(
22
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Serving Waunakee, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Carlos and his crew were on time, friendly, efficient and tidy, cleaning up every day when they were finished. They did a fabulous job painting the interior of our townhome. They also patched and repaired dings in the walls prior to painting, often pointing out areas I would not have noticed. The walls and ceilings are now beautiful, thanks to them. I highly recommend Diaz Painting."
Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Five Star Painting of Madison WI
4.8(
194
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Serving Waunakee, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Employees were very personable and did excellent work. It's the second time that they have either painted or stained for me and I wouldn't hesitate to use them again. I never even bothered to look for another company because I was so pleased the first time around."
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Response time4 hrs
48 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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College Works Painting - Madison
4.3(
404
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Serving Waunakee, WI and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are very impressed and pleased with working with Drew and his crew from our first meeting to the last walk around with Drew. They listened to what we pictured in our minds then guided us through the process of selecting colors. Drew and his crew started by pressure washing our home. Then they came and rapidly and professionally prepped our home for painting. Next the came and painted our home with the three colors we picked for different areas of the exterior of our home. They are great young men who worked not stop, always cleaned up at the end of the day. The entire process took four days. We have Cedar siding, many wood framed windows and cement block lower all being painted with three different stain and paint colors. They were courteous and positive and seemed to enjoy the work they did so well. We are completely satisfied with their professionalism and beautiful job they did on our home. John Bigham. Mankato Mn"
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Exterior Painting

+12

Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Ultra Painting, LLC
4.9(
19
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Serving Waunakee, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kenzie did an outstanding job of planning and coordinating all aspects of the project, including arranging services such as a visit from a designer who brought paint swatches. The painter, Luis Ruiz, was definitely an expert, who did a flawless job of painting and provided extra services such as taking down and re-hanging mini blinds. I would recommend Ultra Painting to anyone who wants a complete, hassle free painting job."
Ceiling Repaint
Master Bedroom
Living Room
Living Room
Kitchen

+15

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Southeast Homeworks
5.0(
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Serving Waunakee, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Louis was great to talk with for the estimate, explaining in detail the work that needed to be done. Colin did great work on our drywall patch around a new shower surround install. Colin took the needed time over a few very humid days to allow the drywall compound to dry and shrink between layers, before he finished a nice job of painting. Our thanks to both for a nice fresh bathroom!"
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Dining Area
Classic Kitchen
Kitchen & Dining

+42

Response time3 hrs
Response rate89%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tr3s Painting LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Waunakee, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Fred did an amazing job painting our nursery. He helped us choose the perfect colors, made thoughtful suggestions, and was extremely professional throughout the entire process. The work was completed quickly, and the final result turned out absolutely perfect. We couldn’t be happier and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for quality work done efficiently and beautifully."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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O.G. Property Services
4.9(
42
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Serving Waunakee, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Warranties offered

Customers say: True professional

"Oscar was great. He was very professional and was able to accomplish the painting jobs quickly and very even better than I had hoped for. We will definitely hire Oscar again for future projects."
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+15

Response time3 days
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Waunakee, 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 Waunakee, WI homeowners’ guide to painting services

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