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Avatar for Showstopper Painting
Showstopper Painting
4.7(
179
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+12 more

Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Job was completed as expected and to good standards. Very satisfied with the paint. Customer service was very professional. Would hire again for future paint projects"
Interior Bliss
Interior Bliss
Interior Bliss
Interior Bliss
Interior Bliss

+21

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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All-Pro Painting Inc
4.9(
136
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+6 more

Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tim Cline and his crew from All Pro Painting did a great job painting the exterior of my house and staining a screened in porch. They were always professional and did outstanding work. I would definitely hire them again for future work and would definitely recommend them to anyone else."
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+45

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Master Painters
4.7(
671
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+18 more

Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"painting entire interior of home, also front and back doors"
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Acoustic Ceiling Removal
Deck Stain
Painting Wall Prep
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+7

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Wilbers Painting
4.8(
402
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+13 more

Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wilber did a great job painting my home and replacing my door, his crew was great thanks Wilber worth the price"
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+166

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Ben Tokarz Painting
5.0(
17
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+12 more

Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was in a pinch and needed my bedroom painted. Also painted my mother’s house before she moved. BTP came out and gave a very competitive quote both times. Exceeded my expectations. Thanks for making it easy."
Original wood cabinets
Bathroom
Pressure washed and stained deck.
Exterior Painting Project
Start of the job.

+83

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Nebula Painting & Power-washing
5.0(
10
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+17 more

Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Eric Painted all of the interior of my tri level home. He was kind, professional, and very detail oriented. He went above and beyond, making sure that every wall and ceiling were meticulously coated. This was not an easy task since my walls were going from being green and red to all white! This is the best paint job my home has ever had! I will definitely use his services again in the future and refer him to everyone I know. Thanks again, Eric!"
Before
Commercial Pressure-washing
Chalkboard wall
After
Commercial Pressure-washing

+65

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bucephalus Production
4.8(
35
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects - For Business

Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Dâ Artist was professional, timely, cost conscientious, and an expert painter. He took the time to research the best product that suited our needs, talking to the manufacturer to ensure all specs were met, and coach us on how to maintain the finished product after painting. He completely impressed us and we definitely will be using him for all painting projects in the future. We highly recommend him."
Darlene Plaza area
Dean Bayside/Diamond Spri
Eboni Volvo Pkwy
Dunlap Westminister Norf
Mrs Parker Yorktown

+80

Response time6 hrs
Response rate89%
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DGR Contractors of Virginia, LLC
4.8(
70
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"This was a fantastic and efficient and quick job! 10/10 would recommend for anyone. Wedding their house painted!"
ceiling repair
ceiling repair
ceiling repair
ceiling repair
ceiling repair

+9

Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Careys Painting, Inc.
4.1(
127
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects+7 more

Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mr. Kevin Carey and his team were always punctual, professional, efficient, and did an excellent overall job in painting the exterior of my home. Mr. Carey genuinely cares about his customers and their satisfaction in the services he provides. I would not hesitate to recommend Careyâ s Painting for exterior painting requirements, or any other services they offer. In fact, I have already contracted a power washing in about a year to maintain the exterior finish and any follow up painting requirements. Thank you Mr. Carey!"
Response time1 day
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Portsmouth, VA

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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