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Jose Gutierrez
4.9(
71
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Serving Lake City, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jose did a great job painting my bathroom . I will use again next time I need a paint project. Also I will recommend Jose all my friends. You really did a good job!!!!"
Recent paint projects
2025
Cabinets
Recent paint projects
2025

+50

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Mj lopez painting and cleaning service
4.9(
11
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Serving Lake City, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Professional painting with a quick response time, attention to detail, and a fair price. Victor and Edwin painted my house to prepare for market and did a beautiful job. They walked through the house with me, gave a fair quote; and did the work the same day. Highly recommend. Top notch customer service and communication and superior quality work."
Gallery
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Todd's Prime and Paint, LLC
4.8(
7
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Serving Lake City, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Todd is excellent at what he does and we couldnâ t be happier with the painting he did in our home! He is friendly and easy to talk too. Our two dogs fell in love with him and seemed sad when the job was completed. Our painting job was complicated with so many different angles and vaulted ceilings but he made it look easy. I would highly recommend Todd!"
East side
Application of Oil based primer
East side
Stained garage doors, Complete siding refinishing
Living room after

+20

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Leone Property Services LLC
4.0(
4
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Serving Lake City, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!\n

Painting
Painting
Painting
Painting
Painting

+9

Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Benjamins Brushes, Inc.
4.4(
19
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Serving Lake City, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

"We are very satisfied with his services. He was very responsive to our inquiries. We would hire him again. He is very customer service driven, always willing to go above and beyond to assist the customer's needs."
Laveville house
new floors, enameled cabinets and backsplash
new floor, backsplash, cabinets
bar in the basement
library bookcase

+14

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Lake City, MN

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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