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King of the Painters Inc
4.7(
78
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Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1975

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We contracted King of the Painters to paint the exterior of our home in Clairemont after reading customer reviews about their services. We met with the companies owners who were very helpful in helping us select a new house paint color scheme. The workers were on time and cleaned up the work site each afternoon. We had a few issues with the job and called them to report the issues and they were very quick to come out to correct the discrepancies. We would recommend using them to anyone."
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+12

Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Lions Painting Inc
5.0(
28
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Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

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Warranties offered

"Alex did a great job painting the inside of our condo. He was punctual, clean and very professional. Our complex also hired them to do some exterior painting and that also went very well. We highly recommend Lions Painting."
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project
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Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project

+41

Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Golden State Paint Service
5.0(
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Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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Warranties offered

"Family owned/operated painting service. Laura and Brandon are THE PAINTING PROFESSIONALS. Outstanding knowledge of different paints and proper applications. Super fair pricing and completed the job on time. I will use Golden State Paint Service again weather it be interior/exterior/staining or any painting needs. Many thanks to Laura and Brandon. Simply, job well done !"
Repainted porch and railing
Front entry before power wash, paint and stain
Painting - Exterior Project
New color
Painting - Interior Project

+27

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Precision Painting Plus of San Diego
4.0(
1,210
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Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"True professionals in every step of the project from the initial detailed assessment to the online paint choices to the final storage of the leftover paint in our garage. You won’t find a better team!"
Living Room Painting
Salon Painting
Exterior Painting
Salon Painting
Exterior Painting

+23

Recommended by87%of homeowners
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NOBEL PAINTING
4.9(
8
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Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Nobel painting several times. I am thrilled with their attention to detail speed and quality of work. Highly recommend!"
Response time3 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Lakeside, 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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