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Jose's Painting
4.9(
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Serving Gardena, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1970

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Excellent Work and Outstanding Service! I found Jose Rosales Painting through Angi’s List and couldn’t be happier with the results. Jose provided a fair quote for painting our studio/garage and made the process effortless—I simply selected the paint color, and he handled the rest. The transformation was completed in just one day. The lead painter, also named Jose, was detail-oriented, meticulous, and courteous throughout the project. His professionalism and positive attitude made it clear he takes pride in his work. Our studio now looks sparkling clean and beautiful. I highly recommend Jose Rosales Painting and will definitely hire them for future projects. Thank you!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​"
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+67

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Dream Painting
4.7(
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Serving Gardena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was happy with dream painting David and Paul were professional sales representatives and Benjamin was very knowledgeable prepping and painting my house,I have another house to paint and I will have dream painting doing the job very reasonable prices"
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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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James White Painting
4.7(
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Serving Gardena, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1973

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It went exceptionally well! We discussed a price, within minutes the house was pressure cleaned, then a day later his crew showed up, made the necessary trim and stucco repairs, they removed the chipping paint and painted the trim and two story house in one day. The paint is thick and rich, the trim gleams. James White and his team did an excellent job. Neighbors liked it so much, four neighbors had him do their homes. The neighborhood looks great! James White and his team are good!"
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+37

Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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John and James White, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Gardena, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1973

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"They painted our entire exterior including fence and they painted the shed for free with the extra paint. They completed the job in a timely manner. The quality of the painting was excellent. They did lose half a star because there were a couple places where they could have done a better job on the prep work (sanding and repair). I would definitely recommend them to a friend and I have. Work was completed a couple years ago and the work is holding up well."
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new trac home
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prepare wood also wood replace
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+8

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Professional Painting
4.9(
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Serving Gardena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Ortiz Wison did Interior as well as exterior painting of house. He was very courteous and professional. He painted house nicely. I would dfinately endorse his services."
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+12

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Armor Coat
4.6(
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Serving Gardena, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The paint on the outside of our mobile home at Windward Village was professional, detailed, and thorough. But it didn’t stop there. Jose Segura also looked for and addressed special concerns I had beyond washing, priming and painting, such as leakage into the electrical box. I would describe his work and that of his helpers as superior, while keeping costs down."
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+13

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lazcano Painting Co
5.0(
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Serving Gardena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired Lazcano Painting Co. to paint the interior of our rental unit between tenants. They were so quick and efficient that we also had them repaint my parents’ townhome."
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+23

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for painting projects in Gardena, CA

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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