Serving Saugus, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1980
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"House Painting Inc did a fantastic job. They were very reliable and professional. They did the job quickly but carefully."
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Serving Saugus, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1981
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"Berger's Painting was awesome to work with. They helped us painting our whole house."
+28
Serving Saugus, CA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2009
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"I hired Star Painting and Decoration to stain a new fence I had put up on my property. Alvaro and his crew were fantastic! They always showed up on time and did a great job. The fence looks incredible. Will definitely hire again. Thanks Star Painting!"
+17
Serving Saugus, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2014
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"I have to say that working with CertaPro has been an absolute pleasure. Probably the single best experience I’ve ever had working with contractors. We had them paint the complete exterior and trim of our house and it just looks amazing. Their attention to detail was impressive and instrumental in bringing our vision to life. Their crew was second to none. I highly recommend working with them!"
+11
Serving Saugus, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2014
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"Excellent experience from Start to Finish with John and the hands on site work crew. Estimate and Proposal were timely, Price was fair, Work started and was completed on time. The job came out great. I would hire them again for my next Painting Project."
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Serving Saugus, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1973
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"Painted two story house and 2 pergolas, installed garage side door. Excellent workmanship. Price well worth the quality and professionalism. Had just landscaped...they protected all the plants and patio deck. Absolutely no complaints on workmanship, very courteous. Had minor issue...quickly resolved. Job was quickly scheduled and completed. They approach painting like a production effort: quickly schedule it & completed the job with large crew (so completed quickly). Especially appreciated the prep work that was thorough, not like previous painters. When I have house interior repainted, I will certainly go with them."
+8
Serving Saugus, CA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2004
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Customers say: True professional
"Our painting crew was very good. They were organized, efficient and clean. Work done was excellent quality and the price was reasonable."
Serving Saugus, CA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1996
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"Richie and his crew transformed our home with their meticulous work. They painted the exterior of our house, surrounding walls, and even some landscaping walls. Their attention to detail was exceptional, resulting in a flawless finish. Not only did they deliver a perfect result, but they also did so at a very fair price. The entire project was completed in just a couple of days, which was impressive. We were so pleased with their work that we’re already planning to hire Richie and his crew to paint the interior. Highly recommended!” ??"
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Serving Saugus, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
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"I hired Gus of Splash painting to paint my office. I liked his work and since then he has painted my garage floor and is now painting my deck. The quality of his work is excellent and his pricing competitive. He is easy to work with and has good work habits. He has earned my 5 star."
Serving Saugus, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2012
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"Oscar fine painting He was professional, courteous, great communication, on time and I will definitely hire him for other projects in the near future."
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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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