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Avatar for Greater Lansing Paint Company LLC
Greater Lansing Paint Company LLC
4.8(
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+18 more

Serving Charlotte, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Perfect, excellent quality paint job. Perfect line where accent wall meets connecting textured walls, timely - Ryan takes pride in his work. They will refinish my deck this year, they did it 5 years ago and I am amazed at how well their job/deck stain lasted. Highly recommend them for paint or decks"
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+12

Response time2 days
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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ARI PAINTING
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+1 more

Serving Charlotte, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Arison was called at the last minute to complete painting of 4 rooms in my home. He was professional, thorough and did an amazing job. I appreciated how respectful he was of my home. He completed the work in a timely manner and left each room impeccable. I will use him again for more projects as well as refer him to friends and family."
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Recommended by54%of homeowners
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Painter1 of Mid-Michigan
3.9(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+6 more

Serving Charlotte, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The owner was very response and kept in constant touch with me and his paint crews. He was patient and understanding of some mild challenges in final paint trim/ accent colors. Paint crew stayed on the job and were very neat at the end of day. Would certainly hire them again."
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+218

Response time40 mins
Response rate100%
113 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JP COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL COATINGS LLC
3.1(
21
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Interior Surfaces - Paint or Stain- For BusinessMetal Roofing - Paint- For Business

Serving Charlotte, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Their quality of work was great......As far as their customer service...I have another small deck that I need refinishing but wasn't ready while they were doing the large deck and stairs. I had new metal railings and post sleeves installed. I have repeatedly called and left messages with no callback. I did get through once but and spoke to Jake but he never touched base with me again. Also they say that a $25 gas card will be given to a paid in full job. The job was paid and no gas card. They said it would be mailed. I'm still waiting...Overall they did a good job but their customer service could be better."
BK Coldwater
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+19

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Charlotte, MI

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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