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MVO Painters
5.0(
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Serving Wauwatosa, WI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Professional, quick, and went above and beyond giving reccomendations and keeping the work site clean. Painted the exterior of my home including soffets, gutters, shutters, garage doors, and staining brick. We have had so many compliments! Would definitely reccomend and use again!"
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project

+159

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
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Envision Professional Painting and Staining, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Wauwatosa, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Ramon and his crew did a fantastic job staining my deck and whitewashing the interior of my gazebo. In addition he pointed out other areas of the exterior of my home that needed attention which he also took care of. I plan on having Ramon come back to do some interior painting this fall after he completes his exterior jobs."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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QGC Professional Painting LLC
4.6(
19
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Serving Wauwatosa, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I ended up hiring this company based in their value, communication, professionalism and promptness. These are all the characteristics I look for in a company. They did everything they said they were going to do in a quality and timely manner. I would recommend them for your painting needs."
Modern Cedar
Stucco Siding
4 Story Mansion
4 Story Mansion
Deck Stained

+90

Response time2 days
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Smart Brush Painting, LLC
5.0(
12
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Serving Wauwatosa, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"They were very careful and very hospitable. The most excellent painters. They wore their masks the entire time. Jose even allowed me to change paint colors! They are the best and I say God Bless each guy! â ¤ï¸"
bare wood
painted wood
Exterior painting in wauk
Exterior in waukesha
Response time7 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
NJN PROFESSIONAL PAINTING LLC
5.0(
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Serving Wauwatosa, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"NJN was absolutely wonderful to work with. I live 1000 miles from Milwaukee and purchased a condo that was in desperate need of fresh paint! Nick was able to meet with my sister and view the property and give a fair quote. His quote was significantly less than what the realtor had given me (more than 1/2 price) and competitive with others I received in the area. He completed the entire space (1200 sq. ft + ceilings) in just about 5 days. I did not move here until March 3rd and I was very pleased with his work. If you are looking for honest, fair, quality painting please contact Nick Niemczyk at NJN Printing - you will not be disappointed!"
Response time3 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Santiago Home Improvement, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Wauwatosa, WI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"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!"
Complete rebuilt!
Before and after
Siding repairs ✅
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Handrail repair

+7

Response time12 hrs
Response rate92%
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BM Paintingllc
5.0(
6
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Serving Wauwatosa, 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.

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FAQs for painting projects in Wauwatosa, 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.

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