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Rafferty Coatings
4.3(
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Serving Clear Spring, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mr Rafferty went beyond expectations. He power washed my house, sanded and painted all wood trim on the house, and repaired then painted dry wall inside my house. Mr Rafferty was punctual and he cleaned up his work area before he left. I’d highly recommend Mr Rafferty for hoo ooo me improves."
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Salvador & Sons
4.3(
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Serving Clear Spring, MD and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Customers say: Super punctual

"Work was done in a very professional manner in a very timely fashion. I will definitely have more work done by them as we have already discussed. Very courteous and good workmanship"
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Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Emerson Paints
4.4(
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Serving Clear Spring, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had Emerson Paints paint the exterior of our home. This company is so professional. They got my appointment within two weeks like I had asked. When I had questions or concerns they answered everything in such a friendly, calming and professional manner. The painter was friendly and so kind and worked so hard. Our house looks amazing and brand new. They were careful to tape up all the areas that weren't getting painted and I even saw the painter go around with a brush touching up tiny little spots and he didn't leave until he had it all done. When the job was finished everything was cleaned up and moved back into place. The next day I got a call from the office so they could make sure I was satisfied."
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+15

Response time2 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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R&D Home Maintenace and Electrical Services
5.0(
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Serving Clear Spring, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Response time7 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Prisma Painting
4.7(
17
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Serving Clear Spring, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I would highly recommend Prisma Painting. They did an outstanding job repainting our patient waiting room. I could not have been more pleased with the quality and professional service we received. It was a pleasure working with Obdulio and his team. Our waiting room looks beautiful and our patients continue to comment on how nice it looks.!"
Response time1 day
Response rate86%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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George's Painting Inc
4.4(
397
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Serving Clear Spring, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"George and his crew did an outstanding job! They were prompt, courteous, professional and really seemed to enjoy their work. George came to meet with us to estimate the work and provided us a quote within 1 business day. From estimate to completion, the team completed the job in 5 business days.
After day 1 we didn't like one of the colors we had chosen after seeing it on the walls. We talked with George about it and he was very accommodating, and just wanted to make sure we would be happy with the final results. This was a big change, but George only charged us for the cost of replacing the paint.
Overall, we were extremely happy with the quality of the work and would highly recommend George's painting to others!
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Clear Spring, MD

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 Clear Spring, MD homeowners’ guide to painting services

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