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Tracy Lennon Painting
4.8(
42
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Serving Herald, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tracy painted the exterior of my large two-story house very quickly with his crew. One half day to power wash and two days to complete the painting. We are pleased with the quality of the work."
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Response time1 day
Response rate98%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Painting System
4.2(
26
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Serving Herald, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were excellent, They got in touch quickly owner help me pick the color scheme to use they came and put it very quickly and they did an extremely professional job."
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Exterior paint

+5

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
T.L.C.PAINTING COMPANY
4.5(
37
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Serving Herald, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! We have vaulted ceilings, and we refreshed the walls, ceilings, and trim throughout the interior. Tom suggested painting the outdated 80's wood fireplace trim a fresh white to modernize the look, and it looks great! The crew finished the work in two days, and were respectful and prompt. Would hire again next time we need paint-work."
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+6

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Custom Applications Painting
4.8(
65
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Serving Herald, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My husband a I recently bought our first home in the summer of 2018. The first improvement on the list was to repaint. All the walls throughout the house and the master bedroom baseboards were painted a very unpleasant brown. Being someone who grew up around construction and worked for a remodeling company I have a good eye for quality work. Custom Applications Painting exceeded my expectations. Our initial consultation was wonderful, they understood my vision, preferences and helped narrow down my color choices. When it came down to getting the job done Custom Applications Painting were quick, efficient and respectful of our space. They even made our deadline before our housewarming party. I had several friends and family members complement the work they had done and some even took pictures. Our house is now a home thanks to Custom Applications Painting. I will be working with them again on our next project!"
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Paintrite Pros
4.7(
15
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Serving Herald, CA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Both Timothy and Mike did an excellent job. My house looks nice and clean with the power wash and the fence looks great with the painting. I would hire them again and recommend them."
Fence painting
Exterior painting
Interior Painting Project
Exterior Painting Project
Exterior Painting Project

+135

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Herald, 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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