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Color World House Painting
4.1(
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Serving Lincoln, NE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Color World Painting did an excellent job painting the exterior of my house. The representative they sent out was very professional, and I had a bid in my hands before he left. I have interior painting work that I need to get done by this spring and will certainly call Color World Painting for this work."
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Pillars

+50

Response time4 hrs
Response rate87%
46 neighbors recently requested a quote
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PR7 Contracting
4.9(
12
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Serving Lincoln, NE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent customer service and very happy with the end result. Bonus points for removing the spray paint from my 80-year old neighborâ s house after a couple of teens vandalized several houses the night before."
Stained railings
Omaha Nebraska
Spendle
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Cabinets

+22

Response time1 day
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Prime Wall Experts, LLC.
5.0(
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Serving Lincoln, NE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Welcome to Prime Wall Experts, LLC.! We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise, that your home or business deserves. We offer competitive prices, and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us now!\n

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Bathroom and laundry
Bathroom and laundry
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Bathroom and laundry

+22

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Spray-Net Lincoln
5.0(
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Serving Lincoln, NE and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Spray-Net knocked it out of the park! Ching and Aleshia were a pleasure to deal with ? super professional and really took the time to understand what I was looking for. Cleanliness and punctuality were the two things I stressed most, and their team delivered on both without question. They actually asked me what it would take to earn a 5-star review and then made sure every box was checked. Great crew, great results. I?ll be recommending them to everyone I know!"
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kelch Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Lincoln, NE and surrounding areas

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Kelch Contracting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. \n\n

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Advanced Precision Construction LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Lincoln, NE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Advanced Precision Construction proudly serves the Nebraska community! We understand that managing multiple contractors can be stressful and time-consuming, which is why we offer a comprehensive range of services to handle your project from start to finish. Our services include framing, insulation, drywall installation, acoustical ceilings, finishing, texturing, and both interior and exterior painting. We also specialize in basement remodeling and deck repairs, helping you enhance and maintain your home inside and out. Every project is completed with precision, care, and a strong attention to detail. Customer satisfaction is our top priority. We take pride in our experience, expertise, and dedication to providing exceptional service. From the initial consultation to project completion, our mission is to deliver a seamless, stress-free experience and results you can trust.\n\n

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Deck Remodel
Deck Remodel
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Deck Remodel

+47

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JHW PAINTING SERVICES LLC
4.9(
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Serving Lincoln, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can’t praise Julian’s work enough. I was very pleased and look forward to having him back in the near future. He was prompt, persistent and proficient with an eye for detail, while focusing on the job at hand. Watching the care he took in his painting, including removing old paint coatings, applying various finishes, including primer, sealer and two coats of high quality paints, he also took the time to obtain the desired color needed. Along with all this, his pricing was more than fair for a job well done. Also, something you don’t experience everyday is, he wouldn’t accept my check until I approved all his work. In closing, I sound like an advertisement, but I’m trying to make the point of how pleased I was with his work. Thanks again Julian. See you again soon for some interior painting I need done."
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+16

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Lincoln, NE

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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