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Top-Rated Painters in Johnson City - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Fosters Painting & Tile
Fosters Painting & Tile
4.7(
59
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+18 more

Serving Johnson City, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Best painter around!! Foster painted the entire inside of my house. He did a fabulous job. I will use him every time I need painting."
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Response time3 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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S&H Painting
4.9(
36
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+5 more

Serving Johnson City, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"Scott, Doug and two other workers did an amazing job!! They completed the exterior painting and my wife and I are extremely happy with their work!! We are going to contact them again to do some interior painting. Hire these guys if you want it done right and at a reasonable cost!!"
Hallway 2
Master Bedroom 3
Master Bedroom 2
Dining Room 3
Kitchen 2

+46

Response time5 hrs
Response rate92%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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McLain Painting
4.9(
6
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+5 more

Serving Johnson City, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Dan is a perfectionist in his work, painting like he is doing a job for himself or family! He was fast, and safe for our cathedral high large accent wall and we saw no mess. We will definitely call him again on our next project! Thank you Dan!!"
Back Deck
Back Deck
Response time3 hrs
Response rate90%
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Avatar for SPS Painting and Drywall, LLC
SPS Painting and Drywall, LLC
5.0(
5
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+1 more

Serving Johnson City, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"These guys are awesome on pricing and do excellent work I use the for every painting job and Sheetrock job!!!"
SPS Painting & Drywall
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M Perez
4.8(
21
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects+1 more

Serving Johnson City, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The painting job was perfectly done. They were always on schedule, and always willing to do more than expected originally. They were very pleasant and professional . We would definitely hire them again."
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After
Before
After
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+59

Response time30 mins
Response rate97%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Southern peaks painting
4.4(
11
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms

Serving Johnson City, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He Painted our new siding. He did a great job. On time, long hours and completed in a short time. A very955131 good man. I will recommend him every time."
Our Projects
Our Projects
Completed project
Completed project
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Recommended by45%of homeowners
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KZ Painting
5.0(
2
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+3 more

Serving Johnson City, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They are great! Very professional, punctual, and a great team. My home looks great. They painted the exterior of my home, stained my front door, painted my front steps, painted my garage doors and even repaired wood."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Brian's Moving & Maintenance LLC
5.0(
12
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Johnson City, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Would highly recommend this company. They did a great job, on time and cleaned up when they were through. It was more like family or friends than a business. I will be getting them again for more painting and staining my back porch."
Outdoor patio assemble
Outdoor patio assemble
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RW Home Improvements
4.4(
94
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Johnson City, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! 423-741-2502 give us a call today & let us help make your dreams a reality!

New metal
New shingles
New shingles
New metal roof
New metal roof

+43

Response time10 mins
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Johnson City, TN

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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