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Top Quality Painting
4.3(
279
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Serving Rescue, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had the entire interior of our home painted. The painters came in and prepped the house for two days before painting. They patched and taped all of the appropriate areas and then painted with two coats of paint. The results are fantastic and we are very pleased. We definitely recommend Top Quality Painting for interior painting services."
Before primer
Painted
Painted
Kitchen cabinetry painting
Kitchen cabinetry painting

+35

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Brandon Paint Co
5.0(
16
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Serving Rescue, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The Brandon Paint Co crew were very professional and efficient. Our house was power washed, stained, and the trim painted in under a week with a beautiful result. Communications on site were friendly, open and timely. Setting up the job occurred before the winter and communications were excellent (from interactions to get an estimate, through documenting the contract, and then keeping us informed on planning/scheduling implementation)."
Exterior Repaint Auburn
Exterior Repaint Rancho Cordova
Exterior Repaint Roseville
Full Lead Abatement & Historical Repaint
Exterior Stain - Truckee

+105

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Mitchell's Painting Enterprise
5.0(
22
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Serving Rescue, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Customers say: True professional

"I was referred to Mitchell?s Painting by one of our neighbors to re-stained the entire exterior of our house. Jesse, the owner, informed me on all steps needed, gave me a reasonable quote, and even helped me choose the right stain color. Jesse and his crew did an excellent job and we are very happy with the results. They efficient, thorough, and easy to communicate with. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for staining and painting services!"
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Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+3

Recommended by54%of homeowners
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Rodney West Painting
5.0(
17
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Serving Rescue, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired Rod West Painting to paint the upstairs of our home. Rod came in with a bid that was substantially less than what we had been qoured for the same work by another company. Where Rod and his crew differ is that we were told not to move anything, as the crew would do that for us! They took pictures down and replaced them after the painting was completed. They moved furniture and put the furniture back in the same place and they moved two heavy filing cabinets for us and put them back after the painting was completed. They print with a brush or a roller and they did not use spray paint like the previous contractor. What a difference that was from the last contractor who had us move everything out of the two rooms to be painted. That itself saved an awful lot of work for my wife and I. Rods crew was professional in every respect. They were on time each morning and the areas painted were left spotless as their cleanup was perfect. I could see this crew has worked together before and they seemed they liked what they were doing and most important, they couldn't have been been more helpful in this painting job. All told we are extremely satisfied with both the quality of the job and the cost to do the job. So impressed were we that we asked Rod to bid on an exterior paint job for our home. Rod's bgid was more than competitive so we hired Rod and his crew to paint the exterior of our home as out next project. If you need to paint anything in your home, Rod and his crew are the guys you want to do the job! I rated Rod West Painting 5 ourt of five stars and if there were 10 stars he would had gotten a 10 star rating! If you want painting done in your home, Rod West is your guy!"
Commercial apartments
Commercial apartments
Residential exterior
Residential exterior
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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The Painting System
4.2(
26
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Serving Rescue, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We couldn't be happier with how Frank and his professional crew made the exterior of our older home look like new again. Extensive prep, care for areas not to be painted, daily cleanup, professional and hard working crew. We appreciated the detailed statement of work, offer of high quality materials, and very reasonable price."
Exterior Paint
Exterior paint
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior paint

+5

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Rick's Wet Paint, Inc.
4.1(
55
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Serving Rescue, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! I Accept Vemno and Zelle

Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for Rick's Wet Paint, Inc.
Rick's Wet Paint, Inc.
4.1(
55
)

Serving Rescue, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Rick was quick & responsive. Great to work with and he did a great job on painting my home's exterior. I would recommend him to anyone who wants to get their home painted. He has great insight as well."
backyard
side garage
front
Exterior/Internal Paiting
backyard

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Rescue, CA

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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