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Avatar for Color Matters Painting, Inc.
Color Matters Painting, Inc.
4.9(
170
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+3 more

Serving Chelmsford, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Color Matters Painting was recommended to us and their work exceeded our already high expectations. Wilian and Vander are the nicest guys and we knew from the moment we met them that they were the ones for the job. They are professional and extremely detailed, ensured that each nook and cranny was expertly accounted for, and were so clean that you wouldn't have known painting took place that day. We look forward to having them paint the rest of our house interior in the future. Their work has made our old Cape feel like a refreshed home."
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+24

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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ARCH PAINTING
4.4(
161
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+14 more

Serving Chelmsford, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We were really happy with Arch Painting. They painted the exterior of our house in early November, 2016. They came and gave us a very fair price and once they started the work they were quick and efficient. The crew was a great group of guys who worked very hard and they were finished in a week. We had some areas of rot and as promised, they did some light carpentry to repair those areas and we were very happy with that work. The crew was really great....polite guys who picked up after themselves. We have had others who did work who left the place a mess. Not these guys. We recommend Arch Painting! Our house looks great."
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AFTER
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After
Before

+17

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for North Shore Painting
North Shore Painting
4.8(
59
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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 Chelmsford, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Peter and his team did an excellent job! The house needed a lot of carpentry repair (window frames repair, siding replacement etc.) All carpentry work was addressed. All the work was done with high quality. The house looks beautiful and I would recommend North Shore Painting."
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After
Exterior
Stairs
Dining Room

+5

Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Essential Painting Company
4.9(
49
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+18 more

Serving Chelmsford, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Al and his team at Essential Painting were fantastic. They painted the interior of our house, stained the front door, pressure washed the deck and pool patio, and repaired the deck. They provided a detailed proposal at a competitive price. They were prompt and completed the work as scheduled. They did an excellent job. The team was friendly and very helpful. I highly recommend them."
Anne and Tom
Painting - Exterior Project
Exterior Painting and Carpentry
Clapboard Siding replacement an painting
Fix ceiling and walls from water leak.

+109

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Pontes Painting, Inc.
4.9(
100
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+9 more

Serving Chelmsford, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pontes Painting recently painted the exterior of my home. Rafael and his crew did an amazing job and exceeded my expectations. I am so pleased with my new house color and appreciated Rafael's suggestions. The entire crew was very polite and professional and always on time. I would absolutely use them for any future painting projects"
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Peabody
Peabody
Peabody

+10

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
52 neighbors recently requested a quote
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VanGuard Pro Painters
5.0(
96
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+1 more

Serving Chelmsford, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company repainted two warehouse units I own and did a great job. I have done some internal house painting myself so I can appreciate the fine job- good straight lines between paint of different colors on wall and ceiling, even quality paint coverage, just generally first rate. Would recommend."
Carp & Painting Projects
Residential Exterior Painting
Residential Exterior Painting
Residential Exterior Painting
Front Porch

+83

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
Avatar for Life In Colors Painting, Inc.
Life In Colors Painting, Inc.
4.9(
73
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Chelmsford, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We asked for estimates to stain the exterior of our house. Ozzy handled the estimate process the best of the three companies we contacted. He has a friendly, professional manner and his price was in line with the other quotes. Ed did the work and he worked very hard and was polite and very accommodating. Ozzy put in extra effort to get our color choice matched just right. He came to set up the job with Ed and returned to inspect when the job was done. Ozzy spent time painting areas he thought needed improvement, but we hadn't noticed. He then used a blower around the house and took the debris away -- a very nice extra touch! Will hire them again for our painting needs."
Living room
Exterior work
Interior Painting
New construction
Exterior

+141

Response time9 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Chelmsford, MA

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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