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HPO Painting
4.9(
122
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Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had 2 bedrooms painted and they painting was completed in 2 days. The walls look great! All furniture was covered and patching was completed before painting began. All areas were completely cleaned up at the end of the day. We are very satisfied with the work. Eric and his crew were prompt, conscientious and demonstrated quality work. We would definitely recommend HPO Painting."
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project

+18

Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Mars Painting
4.9(
26
)

Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Crews from Mars painting are exceptional. Totally exceeded my expectations. If you need any drywall work or painting please look no further, you won’t be disappointed. The crews are very courteous and polite, great hard working people!"
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+22

17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Touchstone Painting Co
5.0(
305
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Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jonathan did an amazing job painting my son’s room! His attention to detail really made all the difference when the room was done! We will definitely reach out to Touchstone for our next painting project!"
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Master bathroom remodel
Master bathroom remodel
Updated fireplace surround with custom mantle and doors
Small first floor bath remodel

+35

Response time3 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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TRINITY QUALITY PAINTING
5.0(
35
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Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I’ve worked with a lot of contractors, several different types of work, and none of them. Absolutely none of them took as much pride in their work and doing an excellent job. Not good. EXCELLENT. As the crew at Trinity Quality Paint. I’d recommend, hire again, and show their work off anytime to anyone."
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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ALEX M PAINTING INC.
4.9(
17
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Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My daughter found Alex and referred him to us for an interior house painting project. The job included painting the ceilings and walls in three bedrooms, changing all the window trim from black to white, and repainting the basement ceiling, walls, closet door, and the inside of the shelves from black to white. The project was completed in three and a half days, exactly as outlined in the contract agreement. The quality of the painting work was very good, and we are happy with the results. The only issue was that one item was accidentally left out of the contract. However, once I pointed it out to Alex, he immediately agreed to take care of it. Overall, we had a positive experience and appreciated his willingness to make things right."
Painting exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior

+18

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Preemo Painting & Repairs Inc.
5.0(
20
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Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"From the start the Preemo Painting company was easy to deal with. The crew that painted the exterior of our house was always prompt to work and always cleaned up at the end of the day. The work was of high quality and was complemented by many of the neighbors. Would highly recommend to use for all your painting needs"
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Left side of home after
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Front and right side of home after
Back elevation after

+6

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Brian Mull Painting Services, LLC
4.8(
194
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Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We are returning customers of Brian Mull Painting and have been SO happy with the work they've done! We just changed the color of our main room, it was a darker blue and we had him paint over in SW Repose Gray. Although he didn't mention it I am sure it was NOT an easy job to paint over all that blue, and it looks gorgeous. They also did trim painting and touchups in the rest of the house. Brian and his team have a great work ethic, pay close attention to detail, and he was also very reasonable with his price for the job. Would highly recommend Brian Mull Painting- ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ all the way!"
Mull Painting
Mull Painting
Mull Painting
Mull Painting
Mull Painting

+39

Response time4 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Bici Brothers Drywall & Painting
5.0(
21
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Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eddie patched two areas in the ceiling. You cannot tell. He identified additional areas that needed to be repaired (and stayed with the original estimate), carefully inserted the patches, applied multiple layers of joint compound and a layer of tape, patiently allowing the joint compound to dry between each layer, sanded and applied prime paint over the area. He was neat and cleaned up during and after the project was finished. He was honest in his appraisal and sincere in his desire that I be satisfied with the job. Highly recommend him."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Yolis Cleaning and Painting Services
4.8(
43
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Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We moved to a new home and were looking for a painter on a emergency basis before moving our furniture. Yolis painting services did excellent job on the same day we got estimate and work was done with the highest quality. We hired them for our second home too. Next we will hire them to paint our entire home. I would definitely recommend Yolis painting services."
Bartlett,
Bartlett,
Planfield, Drywall repair
Planfield, Drywall repair
Arlington Heights

+26

Response time2 days
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Wauconda, IL

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.

The Wauconda, IL homeowners’ guide to painting services

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