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Top-Rated Painters in Germantown - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for DaVinci Painting
DaVinci Painting
5.0(
139
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+1 more

Serving Germantown, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"In short, Joel does excellent work at a very reasonable price. Highly recommend! We hired Joel in conjunction with repairs to an upstairs bathroom. Our plumber needed additional access to the shower plumbing, so had to cut out a section of the plaster wall in the bedroom on the other side of the bathroom. We hired Joel to repair and paint the wall and to paint the bathroom. Joel first scheduled a stop at the house to get paint samples in order to match the existing colors of each room. He then quickly patched the wall one day and came back the next day to paint the entire bedroom wall and the bathroom. The new paint matched the old perfectly and everything looks great! You can't tell where the patch was and he did a really nice job avoiding the wallpaper border at the top of the bedroom wall. The paint in the bathroom also looks fantastic. Joel also cleaned up like a pro - we couldn't even tell he was there. We strongly recommend Joel and will definitely hire him again!"
Living room accent wall!
Living room.  Fireplace and surround.
Master bedroom window boxes and fireplace.
Entryway crown and pillars.
Living room walls and ceiling.

+9

Recommended by97%of homeowners
Envision Professional Painting and Staining, LLC
5.0(
56
)
Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+8 more

Serving Germantown, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Ramon and his crew did an amazing job painting our basement storage room. This is the second time we have hired Envision to do some painting for us and we are extremely happy how professional they are. Besides getting the job done on a timely manner they clean up so nice before they leave for the day. Ramon was right on how long the job would take and we are extremely happy how everything looks. We definitely will be using Envision for all our future projects. I highly recommend them and I suggest you hire them, you will not be sorry."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Santiago Home Improvement, LLC
Santiago Home Improvement, LLC
5.0(
105
)
Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+7 more

Serving Germantown, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Santiago Painting did a fantastic job staining our deck! We had some problems with color matching and they were patient and helpful. They always responded quickly to our communications and were very knowledgeable. I will always use them if I need work done and highly recommend them! If you are looking for high quality and efficiency, hire Santiago Painting!"
Complete rebuilt!
Before and after
Siding repairs ✅
👍
Handrail repair

+7

Response time12 hrs
Response rate92%
80 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for QGC Professional Painting LLC
QGC Professional Painting LLC
4.6(
19
)
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+1 more

Serving Germantown, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I ended up hiring this company based in their value, communication, professionalism and promptness. These are all the characteristics I look for in a company. They did everything they said they were going to do in a quality and timely manner. I would recommend them for your painting needs."
Modern Cedar
Stucco Siding
4 Story Mansion
4 Story Mansion
Deck Stained

+90

Response time2 days
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
Avatar for Gabor Paint Works INC
Gabor Paint Works INC
5.0(
8
)
Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Germantown, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Daniel is a professional painter who takes pride in his work. He and his crew showed up when scheduled, worked hard during the job, and cleaned up each day. Daniel is a perfectionist and his work meets his high standards. He also has an artistic eye for paint color and was patient with my doubts about a color choice of mine. Enjoyable to work with. I have already asked him for a quote on another project!"
After
Before Pic
Cabinet Painting
Exterior Painting
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Valencia Painting & More LLC
Valencia Painting & More LLC
5.0(
16
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+4 more

Serving Germantown, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was looking for an affordable highly rated painter that I could trust to help me paint the inside of my first home. After looking at reviews I knew there was no where else to go except Valencia Painting. Sergio was highly attentive, great with communication and did an amazing job and a great price! Would recommend to everybody I know! Thanks again!"
Courtney
Courtney
Courtney
Courtney
Courtney

+35

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for painting projects in Germantown, WI

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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