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Troy Miller Painting
4.8(
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+14 more

Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Troy did a very good job painting the main level and 2nd floor of my house. He painted a 20 ft high main hallway, multiple bathrooms, and a master bedroom with 2 walk in closets. Troy also painted the floor of my two car garage with epoxy. His price was very reasonable, and he communicated very well when the work would get done. He didn't want payment until all the work was finished. I would recommend Troy to others who need interior painting."
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+46

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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CertaPro Painters of Roanoke
4.1(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+5 more

Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Good quality on exterior prep and painting. The crew were a little careless with cleanup and use of our garden hoses."
CertaPro Painters
CertaPro Painters
CertaPro Painters
CertaPro Painters
CertaPro Painters

+18

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
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Rusty McGough Painting and Home Repairs
4.9(
10
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Rusty painted our kitchen, living room, family room, dining room, including all ceilings and doors. He was always on time, worked a full day and was very polite. I highly recommend him."
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Interior Painting
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Carport Ceiling Painting

+17

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Happy Colors Painting, Drywall & Remodeling LLC
5.0(
4
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Exterior or Interior Surfaces - Paint RemovalInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Welcome to Happy Colors Painting, Drywall & Remodeling LLC proudly servicing Roanoke and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. We look forward to serving you. Call us today! You will not be disappointed.

Interior Painting
Interior Painting
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Interior Painting
Interior Painting

+20

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Unlimited Handiworks LLC
4.7(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Erskine does a fantastic job! He has divided a room into two for me, replaced windows and doors, built railings and installed grab bars, put in a beautiful kitchen backsplash, installed bathroom mirror/light fixtures, and repaired drywall and trim. Painting is next on the list! He is extremely professional and responsive and I feel like I have a true partner in my home renovations. As a bonus, he is also reasonably priced! Highly recommend!!"
Horton Remodel
Under-deck Stone Post/ Under-deck Rain Gutter
Roanoke Remodel
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Decks & Porches Project

+80

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Narrow Way Services LLC
5.0(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Did an awesome job painting my kitchen & 2 bathrooms!!"
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Repaint home.
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J & J Innovations, LLC
4.3(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"I had two porches in an historic district repaired and painted by J&J. They did a great job and exactly as discussed. Easy to work with and prompt."
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+3

Response time1 day
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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Double r handyman and cleaning
4.9(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We have the experience and are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Double r handyman and cleaning strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction

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FAQs for painting projects in Salem, 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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