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Straight Edge Painting Pros
5.0(
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Specialty Painting - Mural or Trompe LoeilExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+18 more

Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"STRAIGHT EDGE PAINTING - CAN'T SAY ENOUGH POSITIVE THINGS We recently engaged Straight Edge Painting owned by Wes Reese to paint the entire interior of our house, including all the ceilings and wood trim work. Until now I doubted anyone could paint to my own expectations.. Wes sent in a team of the most professional, careful, pleasant, respectful and well-trained painters you could ever ask for. They start by covering all the floors by taping down heavy-duty brown kraft paper. Then they patch every imperfection in the ceiling and walls that they find. They even shine flashlights on the ceiling and walls to find these imperfections. Then they scrub down the walls with a giant dry mop-head. Next, they clean the baseboard moldings with a brush. Then, they start by priming all the surfaces first. Then they apply 2 coats of the highest quality paint. Wes is always accessible. They are fully insured and offer a very strong warranty. I COULD NOT IMAGINE THAT YOU CAN FIND A BETTER PAINTER."
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Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Legacy Pro Painting
5.0(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsPainting or Staining - Small ProjectsInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+2 more

Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The crew always does a great job. Hired many times over multiple years. They always know the correct special paint to use for long lasting results. Very happy with the results. Crew is always courteous and willing to go the extra distance for complete satisfaction."
Drywall Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Drywall Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project

+27

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carolina painting & remodeling LLC
5.0(
27
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+10 more

Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kenia and her team did a great job! I hired them to paint my shutters and my garage door, as well as to revarnish my front door. Kenia was easy to communicate with, regarding scheduling. They showed up on time, were very neat and precise in their paint job, and did beautiful work! Everything looks brand new! They finished on time and cleaned up the work area. I am planning to get some interior painting done early next year and definitely hope to hire them again. Strongly recommended!"
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+703

Recommended by59%of homeowners
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Great Value Painters
4.7(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mr. Charles Here are some good remarks you can use for Charles regarding the full house paint work: "Charles did an outstanding job with the complete house painting. The finish is smooth, neat, and professional throughout." "Very impressed with Charles’ attention to detail and dedication. The house looks fresh and beautifully transformed." "Charles handled the full house painting with great skill, efficiency, and professionalism. Highly satisfied with the results." "Excellent work by Charles – clean lines, perfect coverage, and timely completion. The house looks brand new." Charles delivered quality work on the entire house painting project, exceeding expectations in both neatness and finish. I'll strongly ecommend my friends this comp. The prices he offered were un parallel with all others."
Interior Painting and Kitchen cabinets
Great Value Painters
Great Value Painters
Great Value Painters
Great Value Painters

+60

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Palmetto Paint Co.
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+4 more

Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hired to paint the entire interior of a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. It ended up needing 3 coats of paint. The work was done professionally with attention to detail. Clean up was handled the same way. We were also pleased with the time it took. Much less than we expected. He was also trustworthy and personable. I would highly recommend him."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Go Painting of South Charlotte
5.0(
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Interior Surfaces - Paint or Stain- For BusinessPainting or Staining - Small Projects - For BusinessExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+1 more

Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Go Painting, we specialize in commercial, HOA, multifamily, and commercial facility painting services. Our team is committed to delivering first-in-class communication, service, quality, and on-time execution—making every project seamless and stress-free for our clients. My mission is to provide an outstanding customer experience while also giving back to the community that has given me so much.\n\n

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Calix Painting Charlotte, LLC
3.9(
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+9 more

Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The Calix team was fantastic. Their services are prompt, thorough, and flexible as our interests changed. We painted the entire exterior of our home, which is a major change that we were nervous about. Lesther checked in with every step to make sure we were satisfied with the work and worked with us as we oscillated on the final choice for the trim and doors. We unexpectedly needed some repairs to the wood under our gutters and he helped us to get that repaired as well. Despite of some rain and us choosing the last colors at the 11th hour, they finished the work in four days. Lesther ensures his work is high quality and his customers are satisfied, in addition to just being a nice guy to work with. You can tell he is passionate and meticulous about his work."
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Locust, NC

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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