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MQ Painting
4.9(
87
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+3 more

Serving Wheeling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jose and his crew were amazing! Couldn’t be happier with the results. He was easy to contact and very responsive and informative. They were very professional and very detail oriented! I highly recommend MQ Painting to anyone looking to get their home painted!"
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+3

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mars Painting
4.9(
26
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business

Serving Wheeling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Mars Painting is a painting contractor / painter serving the Waukegan, IL area since 1992. We specialize in interior and exterior painting services, staining, cabinet painting, and more! We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today! **We do not do decks.**

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Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Steadfast Painting Solutions Corp
4.7(
101
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessPainting or Staining - Small ProjectsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+18 more

Serving Wheeling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had an amazing experience all around with this company. They were very friendly to speak with and were very careful of our belongings and our home. We found them easy to work with and they always communicated well. They answered right away to anything we needed. They gave me a time frame of when they would be there and stuck to it. on one of the days they were here, it had snowed overnight, and they brought an extra set of shoes to wear so they didn't damage my home. They covered everything to prevent damage from paint dripping. They covered our wood floors completely, covered the cabinets and any furniture and appliances in the home to prevent anything from getting damaged. They were very thorough and we don't have anything bad to say about them. We have a friend who does painting work as well, and they even commented on how well everything looked. The pricing was very fair considering everything they did and the steps they took to ensure everything was taken care of and not damaged. Again, we do not have any complaints, and would recommend anyone use them. They are worth it."
Downers Grove Exterior
Downers Grove Interior
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+51

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Avatar for Yolis Cleaning and Painting Services
Yolis Cleaning and Painting Services
4.8(
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+10 more

Serving Wheeling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After taking a number of bids, I decided to go with Yolis C Painting. All positive reviews are well merited. We had him do some interior painting and the walls look like new. Outside trim: Admittingly, some of the old paint was chipping, but what we did not anticipate was that much of the wood had begun showing signs of rot (we own the house for 40 years). He repaired and painted it. If looking for fair pricing, professionalism, and detail orientated, they are the ones for you!"
Bartlett,
Bartlett,
Planfield, Drywall repair
Planfield, Drywall repair
Arlington Heights

+26

Response time2 days
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Bici Brothers Drywall & Painting
5.0(
25
)
Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+1 more

Serving Wheeling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eddie patched two areas in the ceiling. You cannot tell. He identified additional areas that needed to be repaired (and stayed with the original estimate), carefully inserted the patches, applied multiple layers of joint compound and a layer of tape, patiently allowing the joint compound to dry between each layer, sanded and applied prime paint over the area. He was neat and cleaned up during and after the project was finished. He was honest in his appraisal and sincere in his desire that I be satisfied with the job. Highly recommend him."
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Professional Painter
5.0(
30
)
Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsExterior or Interior Surfaces - Paint Removal

Serving Wheeling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"An electrician had cut through walls and left small holes in the ceiling as well. Professional Painters worked with my schedule and did an excellent job repairing and painting at a very reasonable cost. I would hire them again."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate99%
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FAQs for painting projects in Wheeling, IL

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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