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Avatar for J&L Finishes, LLC
J&L Finishes, LLC
5.0(
30
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+5 more

Serving Sanford, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired Lenzen Pro Painting to paint the exterior of my home along with some stucco repair. They did a fantastic job. I am very happy with the results. Everyone at Lenzen is a pro at their jobs. I received a detailed itemized estimate which none of the other companies I got estimates from did. The person who prepped my house was thorough to prevent over-spray and catch any drips. The stucco repairs came out much better than I thought they could and after painting it's very hard to tell where any repairs had been done. Oscar, the person who prepped my house and did the repairs, also painted my house. It was done very professionally. Small imperfections and problems areas around the exterior have completely vanished. My home looks great. I will use this company again for my future painting projects. I recommend this company for its professionalism, great communication throughout the project and, quality results."
Hallway brush work
detailed brush work around items
All item covered prior to paint
After pic
Painting over stairs

+30

Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for TG Painters
TG Painters
4.9(
264
)
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+1 more

Serving Sanford, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"TG Painters were great to deal with. From initial consultation last fall right through to completion this Spring! Tyler and his crews were on time as scheduled. Prompt, courteous and hard working. Communication during the project was good. They did a wonderful job painting the exterior of our home and staining our deck. SO happy with the results,"
Cape Neddick Exterior
Falmouth Exterior
York Exterior
Ogunquit Tower Exterior
Rumford Interior

+187

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
Avatar for AO Painting
AO Painting
4.7(
13
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects+4 more

Serving Sanford, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional and friendly. Prompt . Called me right away and was able to do my job quickly. He did Great job, very meticulous and cleaned up every step of the way. Love my bedroom . Would highly recommend them for any of your interior or exterior painting needs."
Milton exterior
Milton exterior
Milton exterior
Milton exterior
Springvale

+12

Response time9 hrs
Response rate91%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Afterwalls Painting
Afterwalls Painting
5.0(
12
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+1 more

Serving Sanford, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Ben and Afterwalls Painting were phenomenal to work with! We hired them to do a light restoration and stain on our deck. Ben was courteous, efficient, left his work site clean and tidy, and did an awesome job! If you’re looking for a fair, honest, quality local contractor to do finishing work, I highly recommend Ben and Afterwalls Painting! 100/100 A+++"
Deck painting
Deck painting
Deck painting
Full house
Full house

+7

Response time2 days
Response rate94%
Avatar for Steve's Painting and Cabinet Refinishing
Steve's Painting and Cabinet Refinishing
5.0(
11
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Sanford, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Steve contacted us Wednesday and Came over Friday @8am as promised to paint the walls in our kitchen which hadn't been painted since our house was built. He bought the paint and was ready to go. He didn't have to tape; he was that good. He had to put three coats on as the walls were that old and never been painted. He did a great job and would highly recommend him. I will not do any painting without him."
Blue cabinet refinishing
Dark cherry cabinets
Finished white cabinets.
Dark shaker cabinets
White refinished cabinets

+5

Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Big Al's Painting
Big Al's Painting
4.7(
15
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small+7 more

Serving Sanford, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired Big Al to paint two stair ways, a hallway, and a living room area. From our first phone conversation for a quote until he completed the job, Al was reliable, punctual, and finished the project within the proposed timeframe and budget. Weâ d recommend using Big Alâ s painting to anyone!"
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for B's Roofing & Construction
B's Roofing & Construction
4.3(
29
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Metal Roofing - PaintMetal Roofing - Paint- For Business

Serving Sanford, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I requested a roof repair and within 5 minutes B s painting and Construction called. He was at my site within 30 minutes and completed the repair in less than an hour. Excellent work!!!"
Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for The Handy Guy Services
The Handy Guy Services
4.9(
24
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Sanford, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"There were a number of small projects which required two days to complete. The work was done in a timely and efficient manner. Charles was friendly yet professional. I would definitely recommend him and will hire him for any upcoming projects."
1
Counter Tops Backsplash
Bike Rack
New Fence
Response time4 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Pat the Painter LLC
Pat the Painter LLC
4.4(
7
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Sanford, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you! \n

Interior Repaint
Interior Repaint
Interior Repaint
Interior Repaint
Interior Repaint

+17

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FAQs for painting projects in Sanford, ME

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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