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Avatar for North Shore Painting
North Shore Painting
4.8(
59
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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 Essex, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Peter and his team did an excellent job! The house needed a lot of carpentry repair (window frames repair, siding replacement etc.) All carpentry work was addressed. All the work was done with high quality. The house looks beautiful and I would recommend North Shore Painting."
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Exterior
Stairs
Dining Room

+5

Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Ortiz solutions
Ortiz solutions
5.0(
14
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Essex, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"They were very professional. They showed up when they said they would. The front and back stairs look fantastic. They even painted the sides of the back exterior stairs which wasn’t included in estimate. Would definitely use them again!"
Ortiz Solutions
Ortiz Solutions
Ortiz Solutions
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+52

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for VanGuard Pro Painters
VanGuard Pro Painters
5.0(
96
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+1 more

Serving Essex, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company repainted two warehouse units I own and did a great job. I have done some internal house painting myself so I can appreciate the fine job- good straight lines between paint of different colors on wall and ceiling, even quality paint coverage, just generally first rate. Would recommend."
Carp & Painting Projects
Residential Exterior Painting
Residential Exterior Painting
Residential Exterior Painting
Front Porch

+83

Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
Avatar for Bay State Painting & Power Washing
Bay State Painting & Power Washing
4.9(
44
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+18 more

Serving Essex, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Warranties offered

Customers say: Super punctual

"Steve and his team were awesome! We had a fence installed that needed to be painted. Steve was really quick to stop by to get us a quote, and the job was done about a week after we confirmed with him. We are really happy with the finished project and will definitely hire them again fir future painting work."
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Additional Photos
Additional Photos
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Additional Photos

+72

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for LoConte Painting
LoConte Painting
5.0(
24
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms

Serving Essex, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This is an easy review to write. I give Chris and his crew 5 stars for sure! Chris has an incredible eye for details and doing things well. Chris gave us suggestions about color combinations and our home looks straight out of a fancy magazine. Our home looks beautiful! We were in a unique situation and needed quality work done quickly. Chris and his crew did not disappoint. The crew even worked through the weekend to reach our deadline. Chris and his crew were always on time and worked painting the inside of our house on rain days. The crew was always friendly, respectful, courteous and fun to be around. I always looked forward to seeing them and was sad to see them go. Chris worked on our home as if it was his own. As long as Chris is in business we will not use another painter. We are very grateful and thank Chris and his crew for a job well done!"
Exterior Painting
Interior Painting
Kitchen Cabinets
Exterior Paint
Exterior Painting

+115

Response time2 days
Response rate93%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Paint EZ of the North Shore
Paint EZ of the North Shore
5.0(
8
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Essex, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Paint EZ of the North Shore is a locally/owner/family run and operated company with over 20 years of experience. \nGreat Work At Great Price! A fresh coat of paint or stain can bring new life to rooms, add curb appeal to homes and commercial buildings, and help protect your investment for years to come. We will meet with you, at your convenience, and provide you with a free, written, detailed estimate with no surprise charges added after the fact. \n\nLocally owned and operated, we are a small company with big capabilities, including interior painting, exterior painting, cabinet refinishing, commercial painting, deck finishing. We also offer a complimentary color consultation for our customers.

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+22

Avatar for Northern Ridge Painting & Remodeling, LLC
Northern Ridge Painting & Remodeling, LLC
4.4(
162
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+2 more

Serving Essex, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Northern Ridge is the complete package â from carpentry to trim to painting and staining and everything in-between. This included a team of talented, versatile carpenters who were also exceptional painters, who gave us 110% every hour they were here and who were always courteous in answering our questions; responsive project management from Cole Evans who was onsite nearly daily and ensured any questions we had were answered and any concerns resolved; and Brian, the owner, who made sure we were satisfied with every aspect of our comprehensive residential stain and carpentry project. If you are a homeowner with similar needs, who want to be sure the work is done well and done right, with oversight that treats your concerns with patience, respect, and value, then consider Northern Ridge Painting & Remodeling whom we recommend highly."
 Fully Finished
 Full Kitchen
 7
 Sunroom:  New Hardwood and Paint
Site-finished Red Oak

+79

Response time1 day
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Essex, MA

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 Essex, MA homeowners’ guide to painting services

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