Serving Waxhaw, NC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2014
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Emergency services offered
"These guys are Amazing!!! Will Never use anyone else for my interior painting needs, and have referred to all my friends! Can't go wrong with these guys! Thank ya'll!"
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Serving Waxhaw, NC and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"R&A Painting always does a fantastic job and the price is always very reasonable. Rodrigo is friendly and easy to work with. I just had my whole house interior painted and it’s perfect! I’m a Realtor and always recommend R&A to clients and friends and everyone is always happy with the results. I wouldn’t use anyone else."
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Serving Waxhaw, NC and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1989
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Warranties offered
"The results were excellent. Lots of painting; woodwork, walls, ceilings. Everything looks terrific. Would highly recommend Jim Valentines company for your painting projects."
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Serving Waxhaw, NC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
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Warranties offered
"Richard is so knowledgeable about all things painting and I am so fortunate he shared some of that with me. The crew was very kind and did a wonderful job! I am so pleased I am going to schedule some other painting to be done. Thanks so much to Home Advisor for existing and connecting me with a phenomenal paint company."
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Serving Waxhaw, NC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2002
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One Pro Painting, provides the highest quality painting at an affordable price. We specialize in water proof exterior painting. Customer satisfaction is our number 1 priority.
Serving Waxhaw, NC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
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Emergency services offered
"It went fantastic, I'm so happy with the painting job the contractors did. When I get the rest of my house painted, I want the same crew that did my living room, kitchen, and utility room. They did a amazing job thank you SouthEnd painting. I appreciate all you done for me and my family."
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Serving Waxhaw, NC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"We hired Pristine Images Painting Pros to do drywall repairs and repaint our entire two-story house. They did excellent work. We found Alex to be very courteous, meticulous and responsive. The team completed the project on time. For top quality work at a very reasonable price, Pristine Images Painting Pros ranks with the best."
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Serving Waxhaw, NC and surrounding areas
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In business since 1996
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Emergency services offered
"The crew always does a great job. Hired many times over multiple years. They always know the correct special paint to use for long lasting results. Very happy with the results. Crew is always courteous and willing to go the extra distance for complete satisfaction."
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Serving Waxhaw, NC and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
Customers say: True professional
"NJM Painting did a fantastic job. They pay close attention to detail and are very neat. The communication was excellent throughout the project."
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Serving Waxhaw, NC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Southend Painters painted the exterior of my house, stained a deck and provided carpentry work for rotting wood on my front porch. Although the original paint job wasn’t what I expected, they worked with me, applied a second coat and now my house looks beautiful. Throughout it all, they were very courteous and professional."
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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