Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2018
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Emergency services offered
"On time and on budget. Best exterior paint job our house ever got. Meticulous prep job and multiple coats of paint."
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Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2001
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Dennis is prompt, extremely honest with a very high level of integrity. I have worked with in a number of occasions â had the house painted in multiple projects and would hire him again in a heartbeat."
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Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 1996
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Warranties offered
"I cannot say enough good things about Ryan and RES Painting. Professional and courteous from start to finish. They did a fantastic job, and the place looks amazing!"
Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2019
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Warranties offered
"Missi Painting did a phenomenal job staining our log home and gararge. I received a quote August 20th and they started the job Sept 8th and finished on the 10th. Hard workers and very professional!"
Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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Emergency services offered
"Levi and staff were great. Did a really nice job on our interior painting. Would recommend the company!"
Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2010
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Warranties offered
"After 2 bad experiences with painting jobs over the years, we had given up hope of having a beautiful home exterior. I am so glad we found ECE. They were fantastic. They knew what our house needed -- mainly, a thorough and professional prepping, which we had not gotten before. They took their time to make sure it was done properly, including carpentry to replace old boards. They even worked with the paint store to make sure we got the exact color we wanted. I would recommend them without hesitation."
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Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
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Warranties offered
"Jordan and Putnam Coastal Painting are the upmost professionals. They painted my living room, kitchen, hallways, and 1.5 bathrooms and did an outstanding job. It looks like a brand new house. Jordan is timely, kind, reasonably priced, and has excellent communication. I would recommend his work to anyone, and I will definitely reach back out to him if I need additional rooms painted in the future."
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Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2010
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Warranties offered
"We were very pleased with Northern Ridge Painting & Remodeling and highly recommend them. We needed the outside trim of our house painted along with the shutters. Also the front door needed to be sanded, stained and re sealed. In addition we had areas of our trim removed and replaced/painted. Our home is large and it goes up quite high. Brian's team was very responsive from our first inquiry to his quick estimate. Their communication was spot on and they answered all our questions throughout the process. The whole crew was wonderful during the entire experience and cleaned up every day. The job was done in a timely manner and the work was excellent. There was a thorough walk around before the final payment to make sure everything was done properly and to our satisfaction. I would mot hesitate to call on Northern Ridge in the future."
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Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Very professional and friendly. Prompt . Called me right away and was able to do my job quickly. He did Great job, very meticulous and cleaned up every step of the way. Love my bedroom . Would highly recommend them for any of your interior or exterior painting needs."
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Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2008
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Nick does a wonderful job! We had him repair all our wood rot around our home, install a new clamshell bulkhead, change out an exterior door and now he is tiling our kitchen back splash and doing some painting! When our new front door arrives he will also be repairing that wood rot area and putting the new door in. He is friendly and always in contact so you know exactly when he will arrive and where he has left off at the end of the day! He is professional and trustworthy. My husband and I recommend Nick and will definitely hire him again for any further projects we have!"
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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