Serving Sandy Hook, CT and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1999
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Warranties offered
"Gonti Painting did a great job painting the exterior of our house. Washed, prepped and painted all surfaces. - looks great!"
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Serving Sandy Hook, CT and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2015
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"Great job,for a good price, wonderful painting with attention to detail"
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Serving Sandy Hook, CT and surrounding areas
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In business since 2002
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Emergency services offered
"I called for a quote when shopping around for my exterior paint/stain project. Leoâ s price was competitive but I ultimately went with another company since I had received their quote first. That was a mistake. I called Leo to see if he had availability to come look at fixing the job that the first company started. The first company had failed to sand any of the trim and the paint was immediately peeling after day 1. Leo came right out, looked at the job once more and his team started the next day. They took their time and did a great job with the prep work and fixing what the first company had done. This was not a three day project like the first company was aiming for. They really took their time and did it correctly. He also guided me in selecting which colors should be used in certain areas. My home looks brand new. I would recommend Challenger Construction for any and all painting needs."
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Serving Sandy Hook, CT and surrounding areas
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In business since 2001
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"Had a small painting project and quoted rate was good. However there were few spots/small patches where I had to clean up and repaint. Both painters were courteous and cleaned up well afterwards. Communication over email has scope for improvement. All in all 4.5/5 for a 3 hour project"
Serving Sandy Hook, CT and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2006
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Small jobs welcome
"I highly recommend CRS Painting. They have done so many home improvement projects for us and every one of them has been outstanding. They painted the exterior of our raised ranch, put down a new wood floor, and painted our family room. The most recent project, in November 2025, was painting our dining room, living room, halls and a bedroom and installing and staining six doors. Their is exceptional. When they paint they move all the furniture, cover it carefully and put it back neatly. They patch all the holes in the walls and cracks in the ceilings. They pay attention to every single detail and are friendly and responsive. I will definitely hire Celso and CRS for our next home improvement job."
Serving Sandy Hook, CT and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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Customers say: Terrific value
"Danilo Painting called within a minute of my request at HomeAdvisor. We texted about the job and he replied promptly and set up an appointment for the next day. They arrived on time, did an amazing job, far exceeding our expectations! Fabulous job!!! Will be happy to use them again! Great work!"
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Serving Sandy Hook, CT and surrounding areas
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In business since 2002
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"Taurus Painting did an amazing job for us at our home. They were very clean, friendly and time efficient and the end result was great! 👌🏼"
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Serving Sandy Hook, CT and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
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R&A Painting and Renovations employs workers of the highest service quality and craftmanship with continuous training, we are dedicated to meeting your expectations and giving you the quality, confidence, and security your money deserves.\n\nR&A Painting and Renovations is a licensed and registered Contractor in the State of Connecticut, we have over 15 years in the painting business field, servicing residential, commercial, and industrials sites.\n\nThe owner of R&A Painting and Renovations manages all jobsites from start to finish, insuring every bit of concern by our valued customers is met.\n\nWe welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service.\n\nCall today for your free estimate!
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Serving Sandy Hook, CT and surrounding areas
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In business since 2007
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"Painting Crew was professional and did a good job"
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Serving Sandy Hook, CT and surrounding areas
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In business since 1986
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"Mr Silva handled himself in a professional manner, was always courteous and very concientious of work being performed. I would highly recommend AJ'S Drywall and Painting to anyone I know without any worries. He goes out of his way to ensure the job is more than 100% to the customers liking. He match a cieling texture which seemed impossible to match, I can't sat enough on how satisfied I am of the work completed."
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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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