Serving Melville, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Frank’s Painting made the overwhelming job of painting our entire interior house seamless. We could not be more satisfied with the results. The whole crew was a pleasure to deal with and so professional. We highly recommend them!"
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Serving Melville, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1992
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"It was an absolute awesome experience. Phillip made the experience one to love. Not only was he very professional, he also found a way to make it fun at the same time. He carried us through the entire process so it was not like just doing what he felt was best, he always ensured whatever was being done was to our satisfaction. He constantly checked that we were happy and satisfied with the work being done. He also educated us on why certain things were better done in certain ways - thus also making it a learning experience for us. He was always punctual, friendly, hardworking and a sweetheart. He always cleaned up and left no mess. Best believe if I have to go into every detail of how awesome he was, I would write a book. In all it was a great experience and the outcome of the paint job is lovely - we LOVE it !!!"
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Serving Melville, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1987
Free estimates
Customers say: Quality work
"Tom did an amazing job painting one of the bedrooms and the garage doors of our home. He was easy to contact and responded to my inquiries right away. It was easy to communicate with him via Angie's List. We needed work done ASAP and he was able to get it done. Highly recommended! Thanks Tom!"
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Serving Melville, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1984
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Joseph did a fantastic job in painting the hallway, railings and post for a fair cost. He was very professional, on time, and a good communicator. I highly recommend Just right carpentry & painting!"
+55
Serving Melville, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Manny did an excellent job of painting my stairwell, hallways including the doors in the halls,ceilings,kitchen cabinets, doors, moldings were done different color exactly the way I wanted. Clean up was perfect. Very professional worker, honest and very reasonably priced!! Will definitely hire again for my other painting projects needed. Highly recommend this company!! Thanks Manny!"
Serving Melville, NY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2016
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Wilber's Painting was able to rehab the townhouse in an adequate amount of time. He knew that special paint needed to be applied to block odors and stains, before new paint could be applied to the walls and ceiling. He fixed ceilings with water damage and repaired drywall. He worked diligently and the rehab was very successful. I highly recommend Wilber's Painting."
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Serving Melville, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1999
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Repaired ceiling and painted living room. Excellent work. Showed up on time. Cleaned up spotlessly. Beautiful job. Would definitely use again."
Serving Melville, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1991
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"I had a bathroom and dining room ceiling painted. Both needed repairs prior to painting. John was really good and I would definitely use JP painting again. Both my bathroom and dining room ceiling looked great. He was neat, cleaned up completely and there were no surprise costs or issues in the end."
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Serving Melville, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1982
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"They painted everything the same color. They painted the molding, doors, fixed some rot under the window, and painted the closets. They did a very nice job and I am very happy. The owner is a pleasure. The crew was very nice. They were prompt and did what they said they were going to do. They were able to finish the job within three days. I am very happy."
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Serving Melville, NY and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Absolutely amazing!! Have used them several times because there is not much they cannot do. Very responsive and did an unbelievable job, as always. Had them fill in nail holes and cracks in new crown molding, in addition to painting, and it looks flawless. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!"
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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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