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Avatar for Erivan Da Silva Painting
Erivan Da Silva Painting
4.8(
68
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Erivan and his team were super responsive and responsible and great to work with. They did really high quality work for us, and I loved the result. They have been painting for years, and were referred to me from a friend who had them paint his historic Somerville home with many details. The team was always on time, and they were great problem solvers when things inevitably came up (we ran out of paint, for example). I was also impressed that they painted all the trim perfectly without painters tape :) Their work included doing some light spackling of wall cracks, and removal of shades before they started. Finally, they were super fast!"
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project

+846

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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ARCH PAINTING
4.4(
160
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Timely quote given. Project scheduled a few weeks later. Unfortunately will require some touch up painting but they left matching paint thankfully, otherwise would have been higher rating."
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+17

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Essential Painting Company
4.9(
49
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Al and his team at Essential Painting were fantastic. They painted the interior of our house, stained the front door, pressure washed the deck and pool patio, and repaired the deck. They provided a detailed proposal at a competitive price. They were prompt and completed the work as scheduled. They did an excellent job. The team was friendly and very helpful. I highly recommend them."
Anne and Tom
Painting - Exterior Project
Exterior Painting and Carpentry
Clapboard Siding replacement an painting
Fix ceiling and walls from water leak.

+109

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Target Painting & Contracting Inc
4.9(
97
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The entire staff, from office to carpenters and painters were very professional and completely thorough in their work! Very pleased with the results. I wish I hired them 3 paint jobs ago!"
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+92

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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KLS Painting and Tiling
4.9(
62
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We are extremely pleased with the work Silas did for us, painting the exterior of our home. He is very professional and detail oriented. Our house looks amazing. Silas is great to work with and always prompt. He has also done interior painting and deck staining for us. We are very happy with all of his work and highly recommend him."
Kitchen cabinets
Kitchen cabinets
Kitchen cabinets
Kitchen cabinets
Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GL Alliance Painting
5.0(
21
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"GL Alliance did the interior paint for our home. It has been such a pleasure working with them. They are professional, care deeply about attention to detail, and kept us updated throughout the process. Gracy was especially wonderful to work with. So kind and caring. I would absolutely work with them again and would highly recommend for anyone who needs paint or exterior work done on their home."
North Andover
Exterior Painting
Full exterior painting project including detailed surface preparation, power washing, carpentry replace rotten siding and trims, new columns, and new gable shingles. Prep work, sanding, cauking, 1 coat of priming, 2 coats of high-quality exterior paint from Benjamin Moore.
Exterior Painting
Exterior Painting

+24

Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
47 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Urbano Painting, Inc.
4.9(
24
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Hired them to paint the interior of my home. Very attentive and courteous team. Excellent communication and updates about their progress. Iâ m happy with their work and would recommend Urbano Painting to others."
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+24

Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lighthouse Painting
4.7(
139
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did a good job on the painting of my house. I did have one concern....when are doors not part of a house? They did not paint the three doors of my house. I have been trying to get my final paid invoice since October and have yet to get after requesting it several times."
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Before Photo Front
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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G&M Painting and Cleaning, Inc.
4.7(
14
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"G&M did a wonderful job on my kitchen cabinets. They supplied the paint, while I supplied the handles and hinges I liked. The job was quoted and completed in a timely manner by this father and son company. There was a bit of overspray, however I saw how well that they had taped off the areas and knew that it was not by an oversight. When the hinges I selected did not align perfectly, they spent the extra time to make sure that they would still look great. I am very happy with out the kitchen came out. I would definitely recommend G&M for painting jobs."
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Repainted Cabinets
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Repainted Cabinets
Repainted Cabinets

+5

Response time8 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Harvard, MA

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.

The Harvard, MA homeowners’ guide to painting services

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