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T C B Painting
5.0(
19
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+2 more

Serving West Haven, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Very very professional. The quality of the work was superb. There is differences in the quality of painting and TCB is top notch. A lot of attention to detail which is especially evident I painting. All I can say say is that they are a very talented and professional contractor. I highly recommend them."
Response time1 day
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Ambrocio's Painting
4.7(
43
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+18 more

Serving West Haven, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Customers say: Super punctual

"Baldo Ambrocio has been working for us for several years and we have never been disappointed. He is a hard worker, does quality work and shows up on time. He recently replaced part of our wrap-around deck, taking out rotted wood and reinforcing it, then putting on new wood, staining and painting. He also replaced rotted railings and repainted them. We are very pleased with the results and have just hired him again to power-wash the house."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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MS Painting & Home Improvement LLC
5.0(
25
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+1 more

Serving West Haven, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired Martin to paint our dining room/kitchen. We also had him duplicate the chair roll and baseboards that he had done previously in the living room. In addition, he painted the crown molding all around the kitchen/dining room even above the cherry cabinets. Everything turned out perfectly as expected from Martin's high level of expertise and attention to detail. He even painted the outside of my door and didn't charge me extra. I plan to keep Martin in my contacts for all future projects as well. I highly recommend him for any projects you may have."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fer Home Services, LLC
5.0(
43
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving West Haven, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fernando and his crew did a beautiful job at our home. We had both exterior and interior work done. Both areas were done extremely well and we are delighted with the results. We had our deck stained and a portion of our foundation painted. We also had our oak floors re-finished but that is an understatement. The floors look like they were newly installed. I highly recommend Fernando and his team for their promptness, neatness and professionalism in completing the jobs within our timeframe and budget. I will definitely hire again."
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Exterior Project
Exteriors
Exteriors
Exteriors

+28

Response time8 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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CRS Painting
5.0(
22
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving West Haven, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I highly recommend CRS Painting for any home improvement needs. They recently completed several projects at my home, including painting the exterior of the house, installing vinyl flooring, and removing a popcorn ceiling in the bathroom. Their work was high quality, done efficiently, and the team was professional and respectful throughout the process. Communication was clear and timely, and they took care to ensure everything was completed to my satisfaction. If you’re looking for a dependable and skilled team for painting or general home updates, CRS Painting is an excellent choice."
Response time2 days
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by36%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in West Haven, CT

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 West Haven, CT homeowners’ guide to painting services

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