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Avatar for Advanced Painting Solutions, LLC
Advanced Painting Solutions, LLC
4.9(
29
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Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Theo and Manuel did a fantastic job painting our house and 4 bay outbuilding/ carport! They pressure washed, caulked and repaired 2 walls where the siding had cracked and extensive water damage underneath. Then a few coats of paint and we have a beautiful house and carport. They did all this in 4 days, and I could not be more pleased. Highly recommended!"
Silverton, OR
Keizer, OR
Salem, OR
Salem, OR
Keizer, OR

+28

Response time7 hrs
Response rate98%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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D & N Colors Painting, LLC
5.0(
22
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Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"So happy we chose D&N Colors Painting, LLC when we decided to have our house painted. They pressure washed the house, our ramp, and the carport. We had them stain our ramp, too. Everything is just beautiful. And to top things off the price was very reasonable. We would recommend this company to all our friends and family."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate85%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Magic Painting
4.9(
25
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Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Marco and Tico refinished our 1400 sq ft deck which had been painted with poor quality paint and was all flaking off. It had to be sanded down to bare wood. The crew from Magic Painting arrived and got to work. They were very professional and responsive to our questions They did lots of hand sanding to finish what the power sander left. After applying new stain, they hand wiped the whole surface to remove any residual stain. On the whole, they did a terrific job and I would hire them again."
Response time1 hour
Response rate98%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Baker Creek Painting
4.4(
18
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Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Baker Creek Painting has done numerous jobs for us,both interior finish work and did the whole exterior with great detail. Jim is very easy to work with and finishes in timely manner"
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Response time1 day
Response rate99%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Pz Painting & Contracting llc
4.8(
23
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Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"PZ Painting was incredible. They were willing to squeeze in our interior paint job during the busy season when no one else would. Ramses was so friendly and incredibly communicative from the initial meeting/estimate through to the last day of work. His crew repainted the entire interior of our house quickly and beautifully. I would recommend their services to everyone!"
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Elvis's Painting, LLC
4.9(
26
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Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Elvis recently did a full repaint of all the wood trim in our home, including cabinets, baseboards, window and door trim, doors and cabinets. It was a big job. Our experience was great! Elvis is an excellent craftsman and delivers a high level of customer service. He cares that the job is done well and he made sure we were satisfied. Very accommodating of our family while the work was being done, and he and his team were very responsible about covid protocol. I highly recommend Elvisâ s Painting."
Interior and exterior
Interior and exterior
Interior and exterior
Interior and exterior
Interior and exterior

+8

Response time1 day
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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E&C Quality Painting, LLC
4.8(
26
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Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professionally ran. Had a contract he went over with me, explained everything and was signed by both of us before the job was started. Showed up with his crew when he said he would, explained what they were going to do and actually finished the job a day early. Walked around the house with me upon completion to make sure I was completely satisfied. Would definitely recommend."
paint for Decks & Fences
paint
Made & Paint
DECK
Paint

+27

Response time11 hrs
Response rate90%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Villas Painting, LLC
4.6(
9
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Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"It is such a rare thing to find craftsmen who still take tremendous pride in the quality of their work. Gerardo Villa is just such a craftsman. I can't recommend Villas Painting highly enough. My kitchen cabinets are transformed!"
Stonoboro
Salem exterior
Stonoboro
Salem exterior
Stonoboro

+29

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for painting projects in Salem, OR

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 Salem, OR homeowners’ guide to painting services

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