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Evergreen Painting, LLC
5.0(
20
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Serving Bellingham, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I cannot give anyone a higher recommendation than I do for Andrew. The quality of his work was of the highest level possible as he was meticulous and the look is exceptional. He cared for everything in our home as if it was his own. We love the look and he actually recommended we not paint a couple of rooms because they did not need it. It cost him money but he was straight forward honest with us. He was punctual and got the work done in a most timely manner. He is the consummate professional and a truly nice and good person. We would hire him back in a second."
Customer in Bellingham
Customer in Bellingham
Exterior Bellngham
Bellingham exterior
Kitchen Before

+4

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Back Country Painting
4.9(
18
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Serving Bellingham, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Back Country Painting is absolutely the Best! We needed the interior of our house painted and were in a bind for time. Caesar and crew came to our rescue and did an outstanding job. Everyone at Back Country bent over backwards to quickly help us and at a very fair cost. The crew (including office staff) was professional, courteous and clearly all worked well together. We were amazed when our 2100 sq ft home was finished in only 3 days (and the crew worked over a holiday to help us out)! Our next project is the exterior and there is only one company I will call - Back Country Painting."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Trim Line Painting
4.8(
34
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Serving Bellingham, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Trim Line Painting quickly responded to my request for External House Painting quote. I selected them (from multiple quotes) because they had experience with staining a cedar structure, their price was fair, they provided references and photos of previous clients. Glen (owner), was very good about letting me know the scheduling of my project and when he would be on site. This was a great experience and I highly recommend your consider Trim Line Painting for your next project!"
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pro Coat Plus
5.0(
8
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Serving Bellingham, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"ProCoat was very efficient and courteous. Their work was done in a timely manner and they knew what they were doing. I'm very happy with the job that was done and would recommend them without any concerns"
Full interior repaint
Full interior repaint
Full interior repaint
Exterior repaint
Exterior paint

+3

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Complete Remodels
4.9(
18
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Serving Bellingham, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"I JABE HAD THEM PAINT MULTIPLE HOMES BOTH INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR ALONG WITH MINOR REPAIRS AND HAVE HIRED THEM FOR A LARGE AMOUT OF REMODELING NOW. THEY ARE PROFESSIONAL, HONEST RELIABLE, EXCELLENT WORK AND FINISHED PRODUCT WITH YEARS OF EXPERIENCEâ ¦.. I WILL HORR THEM AS LOMG AS THEY WILL HAVE ME!"
 Exterior house painting
 Exterior house painting
Refinish
Decks
Decks

+15

Response time2 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by44%of homeowners
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Baron Painting, LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Bellingham, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Byron did an amazing job painting the interior of our house. The work was done professionally and with exceptional attention to detail. There was no problems at all from start to finish. Don't hesitate to hire him for all your painting. Except he will be coming back to our house in September to paint our exterior doors."
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Exterior Painting
Interior Painting

+14

Response time4 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Bellingham, WA

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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