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A+ Painting
4.9(
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Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We highly recommend A+ Painting and will use them again for future painting projects. They painted a bedroom- bathroom wing consisting of a Master bedroom and bath, guest bedroom and bath and a hallway. They were on-time, very professional, provided a superior painting service and cleaned up everything spotlessly. They finished the job ahead of schedule with no change orders. Definitely a 5+ star review for this business."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
Lance Sanchez Painting
4.9(
159
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Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Lance and his crew showed professionalism and problem solving beyond my ability to do the same. He is courteous and knowledgeable about the many finishes, paints and stains in today's market. Besides the great quality of his work, he and his crew are reliable and on time. My home (2800 sq. ft.) is beautiful. He even suggested that the job should include the front porch and he was 100% right. Thank you Lance and Shaun."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate88%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Isaiah Painting and Decor
4.9(
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Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Wonderful to work with. Smart, fast, abel to explain the details of the project and options available. Went the extra mile on timing and paying attention to details we didn;t even notice. Superb pricing. Happy to recommend Isaiah and owner Jose Valasquez to anyone needing painting work."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Two Men and a Brush Painting
5.0(
22
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Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1983

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Scott painted all the interior walls in our new house, he patched and painted the garage and made it so much nicer, he painted our kitchen cabinets, which turned out beautiful and saved us so much money compared to refacing, and he also painted a tricky accent wall covered with reclaimed wood after patching it, and that changed from a weird problem to an elegant feature of the house. All these projects were expertly done on time while I was away, and his estimates for each were accurate and lower than those of his competitors. When I have other projects I will go straight to him."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
New Life Painting
4.9(
73
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Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"New Life Painting just completed painting our family vacation home in Santa Cruz. We live out of town and were extremely thankful we found and hired this company. Tim is the owner and communication with him was great! His response to my emails and phone calls were prompt. He answered all my questions and concerns about the job. The actual painting of the house was excellent! High quality paint products were used and the attention to detail was outstanding. His friendly team of employees do an awesome job! They are all professional, responsible and courteous! Thank you to Mike, Tony, Wes, Matt, Morgan and Oday! What a pleasure to have you around! We highly recommend New Life Painting for your painting projects!"
Response time1 day
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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John Melendez Paint Company
4.9(
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Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"John was very professional. He went to great effort to match the stain we already had in another area of the yard and the job turned out great. He was prompt and easy to work with. I highly recommend John Melendez Paint Company."
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Transformational Color
4.9(
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Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"This is the second home Gregory has helped me with color consulting. This new home was built in 1880 and far away in Maine. Gregory helped me find colors and feelings that made sense in this new home. And WOW. The colors have transformed our home into something beautiful, inviting and perfectly perfect. Gregory is super easy to work with and helped not only with color, but technical aspects of paint and what to look for when hiring a painter. I cannot give this a better review. If you want a home that is uniquely yours, that speaks to your soul and honors the home, go for it!"
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Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Aptos, CA

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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