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Sefner Painting
4.9(
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Serving Northbrook, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Third time I've hired Greg Sefner for painting work in my apartment. Excellent work on original, 100+ year old plaster walls and ceilings patching, painting, and addressing wallpaper bubbling off walls."
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+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Casey Black Painting
5.0(
146
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Serving Northbrook, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Casey and his team did a great job painting our house. They were very thorough – they repaired our plaster walls and even called in another skilled professional to get the job done right. They were priced fairly, worked efficiently and supported our unconventional painting choices. Thanks, Casey!"
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+82

Response time1 day
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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CHICAGO PAINTERS INC
4.8(
93
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Serving Northbrook, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The team at Chicago Painters was great from start to finish. They were very communicative, and helped diagnose what exactly needed to be done in order to properly assess the project and do a great job. We had a wallpaper disaster in the nursery/bedroom and the walls were not in great shape to be painted. Chicago Painters were meticulous in repairing the affected walls and the attention to detail on the paint job was terrific. It was a huge load off our back as we prep for our upcoming newborn. Thank you for your help!"
Beautiful wallpaper work in Niles, 60714
Beautiful wallpaper work in Niles, 60714
Check out this top notch work in Roscoe Village area in Chicago. 
Paint used is Sherwin Williams Pure White SW7005.
Call us today to get a refreshed look in your home!
Check out this top notch work in Roscoe Village area in Chicago. 
Paint used is Sherwin Williams Pure White SW7005.
Call us today to get a refreshed look in your home!
What a beautiful job using Sherwin Williams Super paint Velvet

+47

Response time6 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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MQ Painting
4.9(
87
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Serving Northbrook, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"MQ Painting was very professional in every aspect of the work they completed for us. They power washed every surface prior to painting. All surfaces were sanded or scraped as needed. Two coats of stain we applied to all surfaces. The garage doors were stripped, stained and varnished. The deck railings were completely replaced and painted on a very large deck. Originally, Jose thought only a portion of the railing spindles needed to be replaced. As the job proceeded it was apparent that all spindles and railing wood needed to be replaced. The only additional charge was for the materials, not for labor even though every spindle needed to be individually cut from larger pieces of lumber. MQ was the only painting contractor who bid on our paint job who was willing to do all the woodwork repairs needed on the deck. Other contractors said we'd need to have someone repair the deck and then they would paint it. We appreciated working with just one contractor. Their painting and carpentry work was top notch. All workers were neat, punctual and conscientious. All materials and tools were picked up and stored at the end of every work day. I discovered MQ Painting through Angie's List. I highly recommend MQ Painting and would absolutely hire them again."
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+3

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mars Painting
4.9(
26
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Serving Northbrook, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A really great experience - our new go-to painter! We got a recommendation for this contractor at our local paint store because we were looking for specific expertise with masonry paint and limewash. The owner was responsive, solutions-driven, reasonable and timely. His whole team was professional - and we really appreciated their high quality work product and attention to detail. The whole team delivered exactly what we wanted…..our home looks so beautiful now!"
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+22

17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Touchstone Painting Co
5.0(
305
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Serving Northbrook, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have used Touchstone Painting for over 6 years. They painted my entire home, installed ceiling fans, installed slate on my fireplace, installed a wheelchair ramp in the garage, and many other jobs. I have referred them to several new residents."
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Master bathroom remodel
Master bathroom remodel
Updated fireplace surround with custom mantle and doors
Small first floor bath remodel

+35

Response time3 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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VD Painting, Inc.
5.0(
18
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Serving Northbrook, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"VD Painting did it all! They were so easy to work with. Quite and clean. I could not have asked to be matched with a better company. They do more than paint too!! It was an amazing experience for my first time hiring painters for a job that was simply to big for me. Thank You, VD Painting!"
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+98

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ocegueda Painting Corp
5.0(
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Serving Northbrook, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We have done several painting jobs with Jorge and would hire him again in the future! Very detailed, trustworthy and knowledgeable about finishes and products to use for your projects. Also, very responsive to calls and text messages and shows up ready every time we schedule work. All the painting work that Jorge has done for us, interior and exterior, looks fantastic."
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Interior Painting Project

+52

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Fine Painting, Inc.
4.9(
49
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Serving Northbrook, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Mario is helpful in all the details with preparing. The paint work is perfect and beautiful. They are honest and hard working. Really appreciate. Highly recommend."
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+22

Response time1 day
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Carlos Professional Painter
4.5(
102
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Serving Northbrook, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Carlos and his team did a great job on painting my home. I needed to have 3 rooms painted which required having my furniture moved. Carlos’ team was very careful doing that. They arrived on time, were very neat and precise in painting the rooms, put the furniture back in place and cleaned up after they were done. Carlos and his team were very accommodating. I would highly recommend them."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Northbrook, IL

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.

The Northbrook, IL homeowners’ guide to painting services

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