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Jose's Painting
4.9(
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Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Excellent Work and Outstanding Service! I found Jose Rosales Painting through Angi’s List and couldn’t be happier with the results. Jose provided a fair quote for painting our studio/garage and made the process effortless—I simply selected the paint color, and he handled the rest. The transformation was completed in just one day. The lead painter, also named Jose, was detail-oriented, meticulous, and courteous throughout the project. His professionalism and positive attitude made it clear he takes pride in his work. Our studio now looks sparkling clean and beautiful. I highly recommend Jose Rosales Painting and will definitely hire them for future projects. Thank you!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​"
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+67

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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James White Painting
4.7(
91
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Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I left for work upon arrival of the painters(7 man crew). When I arrived home, they had finished approx. 95% of paint job. Mistakenly, they painted garage door white, and painted the accent wood on front door and landing white as well as back door. I pointed out their mistake & without any attitude, they promptly repainted the areas my selected color. The foreman also returned to touch up some areas that I requested. My aunt is going to have them paint a building for her and my son has an apartment building he plans to request Mr. White do the paint job."
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+37

Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
HEE CONSTRUCTION
5.0(
17
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Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Customers say: True professional

"We had the exterior of our single-story house painted by Hee Construction. Simon and his crew were timely, fast and efficient, and did quality work. The crew was courteous and quickly addressed any questions or concerns. I would use them again for any future painting projects, and recommend this painting contractor. — Ron E."
Response time11 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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Integrity Painting
5.0(
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Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jon and his crew are great. They are fast, professional, and reasonably priced. We’ve had them paint our entire exterior, interior, stair railing, kitchen cabinets, and doors. Jon helped us determine color options for areas we were unsure about including exterior accents and cabinets. The fresh paint has made such a difference modernizing our house built in the 1990s that hadn’t been updated much prior to our purchase. I will definitely use them again in the future."
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+4

Response time3 days
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Rubens Painting Contractors, Inc.
4.4(
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Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Received excellent, professional Service from Ruben and his Team, I would recommend Ruben's Painting Contractors, Inc., 100% for ALL your painting projects. Honest and efficient with the project and the timelines, so very satisfied with the work will definitely use them again for future projects, Thank you Ruben and your crew!!"
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Anytime House Painting
4.6(
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Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Painted very well. Fixed a couple of very small defects found at the end of job inspection - right away, without any issues. A few months later, still no concerns about the paint job."
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+12

Response time10 hrs
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Rex Painting Inc
5.0(
21
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Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I recently hired Rex Painting Inc. for a paint job, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. The team was professional, on time, and paid great attention to detail. They did a fantastic job prepping, painting, and cleaning up afterward—everything looks clean and flawless."
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+9

Recommended by77%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Lake Elsinore, 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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