Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"On time. Men did excellent prep work which is so important in painting."
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Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2005
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I hired Lenzen Pro Painting to paint the exterior of my home along with some stucco repair. They did a fantastic job. I am very happy with the results. Everyone at Lenzen is a pro at their jobs. I received a detailed itemized estimate which none of the other companies I got estimates from did. The person who prepped my house was thorough to prevent over-spray and catch any drips. The stucco repairs came out much better than I thought they could and after painting it's very hard to tell where any repairs had been done. Oscar, the person who prepped my house and did the repairs, also painted my house. It was done very professionally. Small imperfections and problems areas around the exterior have completely vanished. My home looks great. I will use this company again for my future painting projects. I recommend this company for its professionalism, great communication throughout the project and, quality results."
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Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Excelent work. Very responsive to questions. I was out of town for the painting process yet the painting was accomplished and exceeded my expectation. Very happy with the results."
Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2023
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Warranties offered
"We used Avid Painting to paint our nursery. Alic was very timely and efficient and respectful of our space. He took time a pride in his work producing a wonderful product."
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Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2020
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Warranties offered
"We had a great experience with Nate and his crew. Nate did an exterior paint job for us on an old house with a lot of detailed prep work required. Communication was great throughout and Nate was very flexible in quoting the job in segments and handling any rot/carpentry encountered along the way. The work was done quickly, the crew was friendly and hard-working, site was kept clean throughout, and the result was great. Will definitely be using Nate again for any future paint work."
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Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2008
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Customers say: Quick response
"James is such a pleasant person to have around while heâ s working on improving your home. He is great with communicating and planning. He cleans up at the end of each day. He does a fantastic paint job. He shows up on time every day."
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Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"The work was done well. I had my whole house including ceilings done. No complaints as far as the painting. It looks very nice and professional. Could have been neater but that is my only concern. Overall satisfied."
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Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2019
Free estimates
"DC painting came highly recommended and we were not disappointed From our initial meeting and estimate DeSean was very professional and had a great wealth of knowledge concerning what needed to be done. At all times he was timely and very careful to make sure that that we were impacted by such a large in as least a way as possible. He only used high quality products which we appreciated. We are very pleased with his work and would highly recommend DC painting."
Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"There aren't enough good things to say about Jordan and Megan! They came and refinished our kitchen cabinets. They really care about the quality of their work. I can not believe how fantastic the cabinets came out. And their personalities are wonderful! I HIGHLY Putnam Coastal Painting!"
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Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Ben and Afterwalls Painting were phenomenal to work with! We hired them to do a light restoration and stain on our deck. Ben was courteous, efficient, left his work site clean and tidy, and did an awesome job! If you’re looking for a fair, honest, quality local contractor to do finishing work, I highly recommend Ben and Afterwalls Painting! 100/100 A+++"
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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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