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John P. Johnston
4.8(
89
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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+1 more

Serving Cottonwood, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Cant say enough about this painting company. Father and two sons, and a phenomenal crew. Fast, neat, professional,wonderful pricing. Fixed and caulked, the paint they use is top notch. Everybody in our neighborhood is extremely pleased also. Would recommend them highly."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate89%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Northern AZ Paint LLC
5.0(
7
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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

Serving Cottonwood, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Welcome to Northern AZ Paint, proudly servicing the Verde Valley and the surrounding areas. Our focus is building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. We are a family owned and operated small business that strives to provide great service at a great price. Call us today for a free estimate.

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Character Property Painting, Inc.
5.0(
7
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior or Interior Surfaces - Paint RemovalInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+7 more

Serving Cottonwood, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"If I could give more than 5 stars I would. From start to finish my experience with Omar and Francisco exceeded my expectations. I called around to multiple different companies for an exterior paint quote, Omar was the first to respond, and came out to provide a quote almost immediately. Every other company wanted to schedule me weeks out just to provide a quote. Omar and Francisco are skilled, knowledgeable, and truly care about their craft. They were incredibly communicative, and made sure I understood every step of the process. They spent an entire day of just washing, prepping, and sealing to get my house ready for a paint job that will last a long time. They came by to provide sample colors and make sure I got the color that I wanted. They were clean, efficient, and even came back the following day to do some touch up on an area that wasnâ t painted because I had removed conduit off of the wall after they painted. Not only do these guys provide an incredible service, but they are two of the most genuine people I have met in a very long time, these guys truly care about making their customers happy. Omar and Francisco are hands down the best company to work with in the Verde Valley, and Iâ ll definitely be using them again soon."
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Brilliant Rays, LLC
4.8(
14
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+4 more

Serving Cottonwood, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We just completed our 2nd large project with Jose @Brilliant Rays; the 1st was a whole house interior paint and the 2nd was an exterior paint project. Needless to say, we are very happy with the work that Jose and his Dad do; they are efficient, professional, thorough, and competitive in price. We recommend Jose @ Brilliant Rays highly!"
Finished homes
Finished homes
Full Interior paint
Modern
Modern

+18

Response time2 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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caballero's remodeling and landscaping
5.0(
13
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Cottonwood, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

"They were so prompt in responding to my phone call. They showed up on time and did exactly what needed to be done in a professional manner. They were kind and polite and wonderful to work with. They were fast and efficient and their prices were very appropriate. I will definitely hire them again."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate99%
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for painting projects in Cottonwood, AZ

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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