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Pittenger Painting
4.7(
64
)
Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessInterior Surfaces - Paint or Stain- For Business

Serving Harrisburg, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My husband and I needed some interior painting done on our home. We reached out to Sam at Pittenger Painting. He provided us with a quote and was able to accommodate our request to have the work done prior to the Thanksgiving holiday. Steve and Omar did a fantastic job. They were respectful of our home and were very personable and pleasant to speak with each day of the project. I highly recommend Pittenger Painting. Lori Lochetto"
Master Bedroom
Master Bedroom
Stairs
Master Bathroom
Master Bedroom

+32

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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DnB Legacy Painting LLC
4.7(
13
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+3 more

Serving Harrisburg, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"My experience with DND Legacy painting was wonderful from start to finish. Daryl is a knowledgeable and professional businessman. The team was neat and extremely pleasant. I have recommended them to friendâ s seeking new paint already! My suggestion is to trust and hire DnD Legacy Paint for all your future projects."
DnB Legacy Painting LLC
DnB Legacy Painting LLC
DnB Legacy Painting LLC
DnB Legacy Painting LLC
DnB Legacy Painting LLC

+2

Response time4 hrs
Response rate90%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Maugans Paint & Drywall
4.8(
56
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Harrisburg, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"This was my first time with Maugans Paint & Drywall, but it will not be my last. Courteous, professional, knowledgeable and answered all my questions in a way I could understand. I am very pleased with this Company and would advise any one who needs dry wall/patching/painting to contact them. I really can not say enough about their work. Thanks Ken!!! Thanks Sean!!!"
Repair
Repair
Repair
Repair
Repair

+38

Response time7 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Stewart Home Improvement
4.8(
118
)
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallMetal Roofing - Paint

Serving Harrisburg, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They power washed brick and also aluminum siding for us, applied a sealer to the brick and painted the aluminum siding. We are very pleased with the service and the work. No more mold or white chalking on the brick and our siding looks new."
Repair
Rusted
New
Paint house and trim
Paint house and trim

+14

Response time8 hrs
Response rate86%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for painting projects in Harrisburg, PA

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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