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Timmons Painting Plus, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Carter Lake, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"These painters are ever more impressive and detailed than I ever imagined someone would be. We had multiple people come look at our house to be painted and Randy and Chris immediately stood out to us with their knowledge and understanding of what we wanted. And I never felt like we were being sold or pressured into anything. Highly recommend them!"
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+17

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JHW PAINTING SERVICES LLC
4.9(
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Serving Carter Lake, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can’t praise Julian’s work enough. I was very pleased and look forward to having him back in the near future. He was prompt, persistent and proficient with an eye for detail, while focusing on the job at hand. Watching the care he took in his painting, including removing old paint coatings, applying various finishes, including primer, sealer and two coats of high quality paints, he also took the time to obtain the desired color needed. Along with all this, his pricing was more than fair for a job well done. Also, something you don’t experience everyday is, he wouldn’t accept my check until I approved all his work. In closing, I sound like an advertisement, but I’m trying to make the point of how pleased I was with his work. Thanks again Julian. See you again soon for some interior painting I need done."
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+16

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Premier Painting
4.2(
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Serving Carter Lake, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From start to finish this was a top notch experience… from phone response to answering questions, suggestions on paint, price, the wonderful paint job, the cleanliness during and after work … this company exceeded everything I asked for … highly recommend!!"
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Van Winkle Painting & Fine Finishes
5.0(
5
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Serving Carter Lake, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did an AMAZING job painting the exterior of my home. Attention to detail, let me know when they were coming and showed up on time, and the price was un-beatable. Very satisfied with their work and would recommend them to anyone looking for a high quality paint professional."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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That 1 Painter Omaha/Council Bluffs
5.0(
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Serving Carter Lake, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did great working with us. They were able to go through the house and fix all the small issues we had with the paint. The thoroughness they exhibited was wonderful. We are extremely happy with the work they did. They didn’t stop till we were completely happy with the work."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
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Shely's Painting
4.5(
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Serving Carter Lake, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Shely's Painting Great Work At Great Price! A fresh coat of paint or stain can bring new life to rooms, add curb appeal to homes and commercial buildings, and help protect your investment for years to come. We're happy to bid on all types of painting, staining and interior design projects in the Omaha metro area. We are a locally owned and operated, we are a small company with big capabilities, including interior painting, exterior painting, commercial painting, power washing and so much more! Call Shely's Painting today!

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Response time2 days
Recommended by83%of homeowners
J & C Cleaning and Paint
5.0(
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Serving Carter Lake, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

My name is chris, i have been cleaning houses for about 1 year on my own, ptiot to that i was working for cleaning company for 3 years. i take pride in my attention to detail and my great customer service skills, i detail oriented and taylor every clean or paint job to my customers needs and wants. I clean and paint homes all over nebraska i love traveling, to areas that have a hard time getting people to do their home improvment jobs. in smaller rule areas as well as larger cities to give them the small town local buisness feel!

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Solis Painting
4.4(
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Serving Carter Lake, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jerry and crew went out of their way to paint our living, dining, & kitchen area. They moved furniture, filled holes in the walls, & even refinished part of our ceiling. They did all prep work necessary (sanding wall surfaces and filling in seams so there was no surface that didn’t have paint on it). They used a high quality latex paint and did 2 coats on the walls. Would definitely hire again."
Response time1 day
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Westwood Services
4.5(
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Serving Carter Lake, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called and left a message to inquire about services and I received a return phone call the same day. The gentleman I spoke to on the phone was pleasant. I wanted to know how soon I could get them over, and they squeezed me in on a Friday (I believe I called on a Wednesday).  They showed up as scheduled and did the whole house.
This was the first time I have ever hired a carpet cleaning service. I thought when they showed up, they would give feedback and let us know if there were stains they couldn't remove or odors they were noticing and ask us if wanted to pay extra to remove. This was not the case. There were still multiple stains and it enhanced any odors that were already there. 
I mailed my check in for payment, because they did attempt to clean the carpets, which I don't think they have cashed yet. I called back a week later and left a message letting them know there were still stains and I wanted to see if they could come back and that I realized it would be an additional fee. I left a message on a Thursday at 4:55 p.m. I figured I would get a call back on Friday. Did not receive a return call. I called again and left another message on Saturday in case they happened to be open. It was the holiday weekend so I thought maybe I would receive a return call on Tuesday. Still no return call on Tuesday or Wednesday. So on Thursday I had to call another company. 
It's not my favorite thing to leave a poor review and I realize that there must have been some communication errors on my end, but I really would have appreciated a call back.I am now having to pay another company to redo the house. It's important to have clean carpets and an odor free house when it's on the market.
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Recommended by84%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Carter Lake, IA

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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