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*Army Vet Owned* Grady Jones Paint Contractors
4.9(
137
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Serving Zebulon, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Over the course of the last year Grady Jones Paint has worked for me on (3) different occasions to repaint our home interior. The scope of work included scraping the popcorn ceilings, flattening them and then repainting them; repainting all of the walls; painting our cabinetry; and, finally, staining the exposed woodwork on our deck. Clee was very responsive and visited the project every time his workers were on site. Tim and Eddie made up the crew who did the work. They were amicable, professional, courteous and did a GREAT job. I plan to use Grady Jones Paint for any future work and recommend them to anyone in need of a paint contractor."
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+19

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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All-Pro Painting
4.5(
56
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Serving Zebulon, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"All-Pro Painting was, by far, the best! From the initial meeting with Chad, who explained the entire process and what to expect, to the crew who did the work, it was all amazing. Highly recommend them!"
Exterior Painting
Apex House
Cary House
Cary House
Apartments

+9

Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Express Yourself Paint
4.5(
354
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Serving Zebulon, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was in need of immediate painting for a new office I was moving into. The Express team not only responded quickly to my request on Angi but came out the very next day to give me an estimate and then began the work within a couple of days! Painting was well done and my office respected—cleaned up as if they’d never been there. Highly recommend Express Yourself Paint."
Residential Exterior
Dining Room Interior
Deck
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+59

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Uribe and Sons Painting and Repair
5.0(
23
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Serving Zebulon, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Diego and his crew were fantastic. They arrived when he said they would and went to work. Very professional and reasonably priced. My master bath and kitchen look wonderful . I am very pleased with their work. I would recommended Uribe & Sons for uour painting projects."
Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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H&M Contractor LLC
4.9(
94
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Serving Zebulon, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very good experience with the contractor. He came on time and finished the job in three hours. I could not tell the difference from the original. I did not have the correct paint and he even matched the paint and made it look great. Very pleased with the work"
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Nice Guys Painting, LLC
4.9(
9
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Serving Zebulon, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Gerlach Painting recently painted my garage walls and the mud room. They did an amazing job! They were professional and finished the job within 2 days. I will definitely use this company again for any of my painting needs."
Nursery
Bedroom
Bedroom
Bedroom
Bedroom

+23

Response time3 hrs
Response rate96%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Paint Prime and Home Improvement
5.0(
14
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Serving Zebulon, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The job took two days and all went very well. I needed my baseboards painted and some recaulking done. Patrick did a very good job with everything that was needed. The painting and caulking was clean and neat and blended well with my walls and floors. Patrick cleaned up and disposed of all trash, he was courteous and respectful of me and my home. Would hire him again."
Before
Interior Staircase renovation
Garage Painting
Entryway - Before
Accent Wall

+143

Recommended by57%of homeowners
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KK Custom Painting
4.8(
37
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Serving Zebulon, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"KK Custom Painting had been doing work for us for years. Theyâ  ve handled interior paint and drywall, exterior trim painting and repair and deck painting and stain. The work is always perfect. When the work is done the house is as neat as when they started. I trust them without any hesitation to work on my home."
Response time1 day
46 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Zebulon, NC

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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