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XP Construction, LLC
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Serving Smiths Creek, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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"Xhulio And his team were amazing they did an awesome job with our basement. Everything turned out spectacular and they were super fast. Who process took a little under two weeks. I can’t recommend them enough professional and great pricing. Give them a call!"
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Shane Wargos Custom Painting
New to Angi

Serving Smiths Creek, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

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We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Geni's Contracting, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Smiths Creek, MI and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Offers commercial services

With several years of experience in residential and commercial painting, I take pride in delivering high-quality work that homeowners can trust. I’m a professional painting contractor specializing in high-quality interior and exterior painting for homes. I take pride in clean, detailed work, proper preparation, and finishes that last.\nI serve homeowners in the local area and can travel to nearby communities for projects. My services include interior painting, exterior painting, drywall repair, trim work, and full home repaints.\nMy goal is simple: reliable service, fair pricing, and results that make your home look its best. I treat every home with care and always leave the job clean and done right.

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FAQs for painting projects in Smiths Creek, MI

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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