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Avatar for J&L Finishes, LLC
J&L Finishes, LLC
5.0(
30
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+5 more

Serving Wells, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Went very smoothly- workers were very diligent in performing the work necessary for preparing and painting. Torey and Evan were on time every day and I can’t say enough about how satisfied I am with their work. Will hire them again in a minute. They went beyond what I expected. So thankful for painters like them!"
Hallway brush work
detailed brush work around items
All item covered prior to paint
After pic
Painting over stairs

+30

Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for AO Painting
AO Painting
4.7(
13
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small ProjectsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small+4 more

Serving Wells, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional and friendly. Prompt . Called me right away and was able to do my job quickly. He did Great job, very meticulous and cleaned up every step of the way. Love my bedroom . Would highly recommend them for any of your interior or exterior painting needs."
Milton exterior
Milton exterior
Milton exterior
Milton exterior
Springvale

+12

Response time9 hrs
Response rate91%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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D.C. Painting
5.0(
5
)
Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms

Serving Wells, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

"DC painting came highly recommended and we were not disappointed From our initial meeting and estimate DeSean was very professional and had a great wealth of knowledge concerning what needed to be done. At all times he was timely and very careful to make sure that that we were impacted by such a large in as least a way as possible. He only used high quality products which we appreciated. We are very pleased with his work and would highly recommend DC painting."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Afterwalls Painting
Afterwalls Painting
5.0(
12
)
Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+1 more

Serving Wells, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Ben and Afterwalls Painting were phenomenal to work with! We hired them to do a light restoration and stain on our deck. Ben was courteous, efficient, left his work site clean and tidy, and did an awesome job! If you’re looking for a fair, honest, quality local contractor to do finishing work, I highly recommend Ben and Afterwalls Painting! 100/100 A+++"
Deck painting
Deck painting
Deck painting
Full house
Full house

+7

Response time2 days
Response rate94%
Avatar for Big Al's Painting
Big Al's Painting
4.7(
15
)
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small+7 more

Serving Wells, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Al and his team were wonderful! Al gave me a start date and a completion date. Provided me with a price quote right away, in fact I received it while he was still at my house! The entire crew, Bernie, Brandon and Jay were super professional and always made sure to clean up each night before they left. They all were wonderful working around our furniture and our 2 large dogs and 3 cats! I can not say enough about the quality of work. Al skim coated over old beboard, making it look like sheetrock! We also smoothed out a rough wall downstairs. Jay completed our upstairs bathroom, entryway and laundryroom, building a closet to enclose our heat system, and a decorative wall to hide pipes, and installed a new vinyl floor! Noah came in did the final touch ups and offered some advise on the painting of stair risers. They came out so amazing! I get compliments all the time. My husband and I had had 2 previous terrible experiences with contractors, but Al and his crew restored my faith in contractors! I can not say enough about all of them. I am so grateful for this painless experience! Personally, I feel like a 5 star rating is an insult, Al and his team deserve a 10 in my book! We will be having them back again to do phase 2 of our project! You can not go wrong with Big Al's Painting!"
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Alarie Painting
4.7(
6
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms

Serving Wells, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Philippe was a great guy. A very good and detailed painter. But....there were some items that weren't finished and that we had to attend to ourselves (a few places that he'd patched, but never sanded and painted), and the cover to our doorbell (the interior part) that he removed for painting purposes seems to have disappeared. Also, he ended up being as expensive as the 'bigger' names in town...the ones that also come highly rated, but who send out 'teams' of painters and get the job done in 3 days or so. Philippe was here a full week. Again, a great guy, but not entirely sure I'd hire him again....."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Wells, ME

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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