Serving Foothill Ranch, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1978
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Warranties offered
"Excellent. Rick Jamison Painting did an amazing stain job on our new wood garage doors. They were able to sand and stain all our current gates to match back to new garage. Very professional, friendly and reliable company. I would highly recommend."
+20
Serving Foothill Ranch, CA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Very professional and precise painting."
+6
Serving Foothill Ranch, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1991
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Fantastic, I’m extremely happy after they finished ; good price , good job . I’m highly Recommend to whoever need the paint job Really! By the way my own neighbor soon be Painting by them too !"
+20
Serving Foothill Ranch, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1988
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"John really tries to sell the job but but falls short when his crew is unaware of his vision. The workman are unsupervised and I had to call John in a few times to clarify some specifics. The company has no sander dust extraction tools that other companies I interviewed use and they do not use positive ventilation. The did construct a tent around my kitchen but not before one of the workman brought in a can of spray paint and started touching up raw wood. The workman covered my garage with plastic sheeting when John said that they would build a containment tent. The wife was without use of the washing machine for a week. Because of the lack of dust containment paint dust was tracked everywhere the workman went. They used the downstairs bathroom and the microwave oven. The workman did not use positive ventilation breathing systems while painting and so they were high as kites all the time. The cabinets showed this. All the door and drawer edges were over sprayed and some were not done at all. When they hung the doors they forgot to put the rubber safety tabs back on the doors and all my stiles have screw intentions on them. All in all I think that IM painting needs to regroup. The company needs on the job supervision and they need to update their equipment for safety and the health of workers and also to avoid cross contamination with the house interior. One last thing that really got me steamed. The lead worker got into my upright tool box and took a screw driver to use to do something and left it on the garage floor. Most home owners are unaware of how these guys are really supposed to conduct themselves on a job. This your home and not a construction site. It should be managed as if you lived there. The use of loud mexican music and the use of your cooking equipment should be avoided. I would not hire this company until they grow up a little.."
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Serving Foothill Ranch, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
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Emergency services offered
"Francisco was my go to painting expert and he finished job earlier than promised time. He and his team did an amazing job and i cannot be happier. I highly recommend Wizard painting!"
+14
Serving Foothill Ranch, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2005
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"These guys are the best in OC a pleasure to work with and they did a great job I am very please with it I highly recommend than to anyone. I will definitely be calling on them for all my painting need"
+66
Serving Foothill Ranch, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2018
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"So very happy we hired Forest Painting to paint our homeâ s exterior. Daniel is very easy to work with and was always punctual and professional. They really took the time to do an outstanding job. Jesus his painter was excellent. We would highly recommend Forest Painting."
+40
Serving Foothill Ranch, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2002
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Perfect Painting did a great job. Efficient, kept worksite neat, congenial workers, paint job done well! I hope to hire the same crew for interior!"
Serving Foothill Ranch, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Gustavo was easy to work with and this project was completed quickly. The quality and appearance of the paint job were excellent. I would definitely use G&M Painting again."
Serving Foothill Ranch, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2001
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Al is great! Responsive, punctual, hard-working, and did a wonderful job with painting and staining of our interior doors and cabinets. I highly recommend him!!"
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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