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Martin's Painting
5.0(
3
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We are a local company that prides on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today! \nWe also can save you 30% paint on using our Sherwian Williams account !!

Response time3 days
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Encompass Contracting LLC
4.8(
73
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Encompass Contracting LLC was excellent to work with. I submitted a request to Encompass Contracting and received a quick response from Jaime. With in the week, Jaime arrived to my home and submitted a quote for siding replacement and exterior painting. After receiving a few quotes, I decided to choose Encompass Contracting and it was the best decision. Jaime scheduled to have the building materials delivered and start date for the job. Encompass Contracting crew arrived promptly and began working. During the work I added a few more items for repair, new porch screens, utility building repair / paint and a detailed exterior painting. Jaime had no problem with accommodating my extra request. During the project Jaime was very hands on and had great communication with me. I look forward to my next home improvement and using Encompass Contracting."
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Siding and Exterior Paint
Siding and Exterior Paint
Siding and Exterior Paint

+3

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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B&W painting
5.0(
2
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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+1 more

Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Samuel and his team were professional, courteous, and communicated well. Quick to show up for an estimate and get the work started. They had a tight timeline and made sure to complete the work within the deadline. Samuel Weaver has a ton of before and after photos on Facebook which helped solidify the decision to move forward and trust the quality of his craft. Stuck very close to the original quote (came across a few surprises but fair additional cost), no smoke and mirror tactics with quoting. Very polite and cleaned up after they were done with the project. Would recommend to anyone for painting or remodeling. The house looks amazing."
Full house painting
Full house painting
Full house painting
Full house painting
Full house painting

+2

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CNJ Carpentry LLC
4.7(
16
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Chris did a wonderful job painting my bathroom. He was very meticulous in his painting and was open to answer questions. I will definitely recommend him to my friends."
ceiling
ceiling
ceiling
ceiling
ceiling

+60

Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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SumlinCo
4.8(
21
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired SumlinCo to freshen up our home with interior painting. I’m in love with the color and appreciate the technique. They took care of my home by laying down the proper materials to not platter on windows or my floors. I can’t wait to hire them again for more opportunity for our landscaping needs and install a decorative stone drainage solution."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Additional Photos

+12

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Athens, GA

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 Athens, GA homeowners’ guide to painting services

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