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Rick Jamison Painting
5.0(
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior or Interior Surfaces - Paint Removal+5 more

Serving San Marino, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The house exterior was power washed, the stucco was repaired, cracks in the wood filled, peeling paint was removed and the entire exterior of the house was painted including the patio cover. When the job was completed, the painters cleaned up and left paint for touch ups. My house looks terrific. From the outside, the house looks brand new. I am very satisfied with the painting, and I would recommend Rick Jamison Painting to anyone looking for a painter."
Custom Garage Door Tustin, Ca.
Finished Kitchen
Finished Dining Room
Stained Handrailing
Exterior Home Painting

+20

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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West Way Painting, Inc.
4.7(
35
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving San Marino, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Everyone in the crew was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. The paint job turned out great! They even told me that if I noticed the tiniest flaw after they finished, I only needed to call them and they would come back to rectify it. Very good. Good price too."
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+6

Response time5 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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James White Painting
4.7(
91
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+5 more

Serving San Marino, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I left for work upon arrival of the painters(7 man crew). When I arrived home, they had finished approx. 95% of paint job. Mistakenly, they painted garage door white, and painted the accent wood on front door and landing white as well as back door. I pointed out their mistake & without any attitude, they promptly repainted the areas my selected color. The foreman also returned to touch up some areas that I requested. My aunt is going to have them paint a building for her and my son has an apartment building he plans to request Mr. White do the paint job."
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+37

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A. KEITH, INC.
5.0(
23
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+1 more

Serving San Marino, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We recently had our home repainted by A. Keith Painting Company, and we couldn’t be happier with the results! Our house looks absolutely brand new again. This is a family-owned business that’s been around for years, and it truly shows in their craftsmanship and care. We primarily worked with Richi, their youngest son, who was an absolute pleasure to work with—professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly attentive to detail. The rest of the crew—Hugo, Felix, and Carlos—were equally impressive. They were hardworking, meticulous, and friendly, treating our home as if it were their own. From start to finish, they went above and beyond to make sure every detail was perfect. If you’re looking for a trustworthy, detail-oriented, and friendly team to transform your home, look no further. We can’t recommend A. Keith Painting Company enough!"
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Exterior Paint
Exterior Paint
Exterior Paint

+4

Recommended by55%of homeowners
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Anytime House Painting
4.7(
15
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+5 more

Serving San Marino, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I am finally leaving this review because I need to contact John to hire him for another job and I want him and everybody to know how great his company is work with. He is super pro! He came out right away. Gave me a fair estimate and told me exactly how we could get the work done with my limited budget. Then his team started and completed the job twice as fast as any of the other estimates while at the same time being totally detailed oriented and careful not to get paint on my fancy furniture or hardwood floors. Whenever we/they were confused about the paint or process and John was offsite, we called him and he dealt with it immediately. After it was done, I complained that the paint was too thin because I hung a painting and some paint came off the wall. He told me it was because it needed more time to dry because the weather was damp. Well he was right! Fast-forward two years later and I could not be more happier with the painting of my house and now I need to call him to paint my guest house!"
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+12

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for painting projects in San Marino, 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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