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
Approved
In business since 1996
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"These guys are THE BEST!!! We hired them for a fairly big interior paint job (+1700 sq ft + ceilings). On personal level, they are out-going, friendly and funny. They work well as a team. Ryan came in with a well-thought-through plan of how the job would go, day-by-day...and they stuck to it. The estimate was VERY reasonable, compared to another outfit. (Those other guys started off at nearly twice the price, came down twice (still unable to match RES), and then, when I called them back as courtesy to let them know we weren't going with them, they said "we could have beaten that price and your guys will probably just throw paint around and do a lousy job"...BOY WERE THEY WRONG!) RES gave us enough coats to cover a pretty bad initial painting provided by out building contractor with, by far, better paint. They took great pride in the quality of their labor and it shows in their cut lines. It looks like they were done with very accurate taping, but it was all done by hand...a couple of guys who really know their craft and take the time to make sure they are providing the customer with "the service we deserve." But honestly, I'm not sure that's solely the reason...these guys are self-driven to make sure the job is something THEY can be proud of...and, as noted before, it shows. It took a full week and each night, the house was totally usable and CLEAN!!!...again a feature/service they take pride in. Unfortunately for those looking to have an interior done during the "summer" (Apr to about Oct) you're going to have to wait for these gents...and it'll be well worth the wait!...because they switch over exteriors then and, from what they said, they're booking up interiors for next "winter" already. So plan ahead, give them a shot, and I'll bet you'll be as impressed as we are."
Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2019
Free estimates
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
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
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
Approved
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Very accommodating, professional attitude, attention to detail, fair priced and an overall great experience. One of the better paint jobs we've had done on our house. We would highly recommend Elijah and his team."
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Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas
Approved
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 2017
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"We would highly recommend Jordan. The quality results for our exterior painting job, aa well as the thorough completion of the job, are reasons to hire this company."
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Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"When they washed the house they left the residue on all windows. They did not sand any surface before painting."
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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!"
Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2013
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Steve contacted us Wednesday and Came over Friday @8am as promised to paint the walls in our kitchen which hadn't been painted since our house was built. He bought the paint and was ready to go. He didn't have to tape; he was that good. He had to put three coats on as the walls were that old and never been painted. He did a great job and would highly recommend him. I will not do any painting without him."
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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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