Serving Fredericksburg, VA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
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Emergency services offered
"DId a fantastic job painting my fiber glass front doors and entry way trim. The doors looked better than new when complete."
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Serving Fredericksburg, VA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2003
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Warranties offered
"R & B Painting did an excellent job on painting outside windows and soffit on my home. They also painted my front door and a piece of wood on the roof. They cleaned up afterward. I would highly recommend R & P Painting. I will use their services in the future."
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Serving Fredericksburg, VA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2006
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Emergency services offered
"Mr. Villogas and his partner were timely, professional, and highly efficient with my project which included mill work applied to the foyer walls, then painting one color on the top and a different color on the wainscoting. They were finished with the project quickly, and cleaned up after themselves. I have already referred them to my friends, and will gladly refer and employ them for future projects."
+10
Serving Fredericksburg, VA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2018
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"Drywall repairs and painting completed satisfactory on time."
+93
Serving Fredericksburg, VA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
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"Stephen and Marvin and their crew did an exceptional job from start to finish on our painting project. They are true painting professionals, and not only did they do a quality painting job but the whole experience of clean up and the time it took them to complete the project went very smoothly and at a very reasonable price! Without question we highly recommend Paint the DMV and would definitely use them again….they are the best!"
+29
Serving Fredericksburg, VA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1995
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"The entire interior of home was painted for us to sell the home. The painters paid a lot of attention to detail and took their time to ensure an excellent final product!"
+23
Serving Fredericksburg, VA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2016
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"Wilber did a great job painting my home and replacing my door, his crew was great thanks Wilber worth the price"
+166
Serving Fredericksburg, VA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2007
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"We were very pleased with the jobs performed. The crew power washed, rolled and brushed our exterior brick home, as well as the trim and shutters. The job was expected to take 7-10 days, and everything was completed within 10 days. The owner was very informative and easy to work with. When a change was requested with our trim and shutter colors, he made a suggestion as to one of the changes we discussed, and we were very pleased that we went with his suggestion. The end product turned out even better than expected. Also, the price was very reasonable. I would highly recommend W.W. MV & Son Painting."
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Serving Fredericksburg, VA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1981
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Customers say: Super punctual
"We were pleased with the job that Hetrick Painting did. Rob Hetrick came out quickly to give us a quote. Once we chose the stain color the work proceeded quickly. The deck looks much better than it did and is safer. Please note that the quote we received was for the labor only. The cost for the paint and other materials were then included in our final bill."
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Serving Fredericksburg, VA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2023
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"Abdul is the best, this was completed in a couple of hours. He was very neat, and polite. He didn’t over charge us at all. I’m going to hire him to paint the another of my projects."
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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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