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Integrity Painting Service
4.7(
19
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+3 more

Serving Highland Lakes, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"He was very prompt and extremely polite and quiet. I was working form home while he painted and he didn't disturb me at all. I only have two complaints. He used outdoor primer in my kitchen, which smelled very bad and aggravated my asthma. Also, he didn't tape his edges, which led to a few slightly messy spots. All in all, he did a nice job and smoothed out the walls beautifully after all the damage from removing improperly installed wallpaper. I would hire him again, but I'd provide my own primer and ask him to tape crucial areas for neatness."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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New York's Clean Team by Angela & Denis Home Improvement
4.8(
81
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+3 more

Serving Highland Lakes, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Denis did an excellent job. He showed up right on time. He quickly prepped the rooms, fixed some holes, sanded all the walls, and expertly painted the rooms. Denis was very personable and easy to talk to. He listened to your concerns and addressed them. I would definitely recommend him if you need any interior painting done. Fabulous job!"
Upholstery Cleaning Project
Pressure Washing Project
Organization - Home & Garage Project
Upholstery Cleaning Project
Pressure Washing Project

+237

Response time12 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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A1 Opportunity Construction, LLC
5.0(
88
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Metal Roofing - Paint

Serving Highland Lakes, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired A1 for two jobs. The first one was to repair a fireplace chimney. We had water coming down the chimney into the fireplace. They had to remove and replace top 10 tiers of brick, concrete, recap and paint the exterior. They were on time, professional, fairly priced and did a very good job. Clean worksite and easy to work with. It's been a few months and still no leaks. Just recently we had some roof damage in a totally unrelated area, opposite side of the roof and called Tony once again. Water was pouring into. our attic. In the middle of a storm Tony came, got up on a ladder to out two story roof and tarped it to prevent further water damage. He then came back and took care of all the repairs after the storm was over. He is a hard worker with great work ethic. Does the job properly and knows his stuff. We would hire him again and recommend ."
New Roofing
New Roofing
New Roofing
New Roofing
New Roofing

+28

Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
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NJ SELECT CONSTRUCTION, LLC
5.0(
52
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Metal Roofing - Paint

Serving Highland Lakes, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our wall was completed in very timely manner. Totally impressed with the pride and quality workmanship of the wall and bluestone trim. Excellent attention to detail and tidy, cleanup. From start to finish 3 days inckuding one rainy day couldnâ t work but covered everything to cure. Will definately hire again if I have any other masonry needs! A pleasure"
Response time1 day
Response rate98%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for painting projects in Highland Lakes, NJ

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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