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Avatar for S & J Painting & Remodeling
S & J Painting & Remodeling
4.6(
831
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+2 more

Serving Cooksville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My cedar siding had experienced significant woodpecker damage at the east end of my home, coupled with bird damage and dry rot of the NE corner vertical trim board. With primary materials (trim board, a small amount of spare cedar siding, wood filler, paint and stain provided by me, S & J provided two workers for a full day. The did an excellent job and the house looks whole and tight again. This was a welcome relief over a prior plan to completely re-side the house. Jerry and Stacey at S&J are great to deal with. Jerry is proactive, positive and the pricing is perfect for the task. Great job."
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel

+53

Response time1 day
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Spiros Painting
Spiros Painting
4.7(
71
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+18 more

Serving Cooksville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Spiro's Painting did a lovely job, and the porch now looks pristine and clean. Moreover, we no longer have to worry about the exposed wood on the posts and soffits as a result of peeling paint. There were a few hiccups with scheduling, but the team was efficient, tidy, and true to their word about the length of the job. I would definitely add our voice to so many others in recommending Spiro's Painting, and we'll certainly reach out to them in the future if we have other painting projects."
Exterior Painting
Exterior Painting
Interior Painting
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for J.H Painting Services
J.H Painting Services
5.0(
24
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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 Cooksville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"J.H. Painting Services did great exterior work on my home this weekend. I had exterior siding and deck power washed, front door painted, and brick foundation painted. All work was done at a high level of quality and in a timely manner. Communication for planning each of the tasks easy and reliable. Contractor arrived on time. I highly recommend for power washing and paint jobs."
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+82

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by34%of homeowners
Avatar for Monsan Painting
Monsan Painting
5.0(
21
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+4 more

Serving Cooksville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Luis replaced 10 boards on our deck and Luis did a fantastic job! He was on time, very professional, cleaned up the old debris and did a high-quality job. He has maintained our deck for many years and always does great work. We highly recommend him for board replacement, stain, staining, and painting."
Painting steps
Painting steps
Painting steps
Bedroom
Bedroom

+15

Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Sheldon & Sons Inc
Sheldon & Sons Inc
4.6(
319
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsMetal Roofing - Paint+9 more

Serving Cooksville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The painter’s showed up promptly and were very professional. They finished the job ahead of schedule and made a requested upgrade while they were here without a fuss. I will definitely use them for my next paint project!"
Interior Painting of Living Room - After
Interior Painting of Hallway / Stairs- After
We offer Cabinet Painting at Sheldon & Sons as well!
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+111

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for Five Star Painting of Bethesda
Five Star Painting of Bethesda
4.3(
78
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Surfaces - Paint or Stain- For Business

Serving Cooksville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"From the president to the crew that did the actual painting we couldn’t be happier. They arrived on time for the initial appointment to provide the cost estimate and for every day the work was scheduled. They patiently and thoroughly answered all questions. The job was painting of the exterior house and their recommendations for prep work and paint to use proved to be very good. As the work was being done some additions were made and they readily accommodated them. The production manager, work crew supervisor and the entire work crew were friendly and had a real can do attitude. They wanted to do a good job and the result is outstanding. We will hire them again for other painting projects. had a real can do attitude. The outcome was excellent. We will hire them again"
Foyer
Foyer
Family Room, View 1
Family Room, View 1
Family Room, View 2

+212

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for D & L Enterprises
D & L Enterprises
4.3(
179
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+12 more

Serving Cooksville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The painters on job performed very well. Owners never showed up on job. When we told them that the 2 steps had not been power washed - no one spoke English so they stained right over the non-prepared steps. We signed contract and paid the price and as understood, paid for paint and supplies. The PROBLEM IS THAT THEY OVERPRICED THE JOB. For the approximately 56 hours of work they ended up charging us $160 per hour per person! We believe every company should make a profit but this is ridiculous. We tried to talk with them, but they did not call back . WARNING- get an estimate of hours and the price so you know what you are paying for."
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+7

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Donn Deitemyer
Donn Deitemyer
5.0(
10
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessMetal Roofing - Paint- For BusinessPainting or Staining - Small Projects - For Business+1 more

Serving Cooksville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"My husband and I moved into a 1600 sq ft condo in April 2025 and needed the entire place painted before we moved in. We needed the project to be completed by our move date and Donn did an incredible job. He is extremely reliable and was always punctual which I really appreciated. With great attention to detail, he painted all the walls and trim. He filled in cracks and holes and painted to perfection! He made our condo look brand new! His easy going personality and professionalism made him super easy to work with while his talent and excellent skill sets ensured that the job was done to perfection. We couldn’t be happier with the job he did for us and would hire him again without hesitation. I recommend him 100% for any handiwork or paint job you might have. You won’t be disappointed!"
Porch makeover
Coffered ceiling
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for painting projects in Cooksville, 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 Cooksville, MD homeowners’ guide to painting services

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