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Steil Painting, LLC
5.0(
3
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving West Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Joe, the owner-operator, got our job done in short order and to our complete satisfaction. He did an awesome job prepping, priming and repainting our exterior steel railings and fencing that had been damaged the year before by a shoddy contractor. We couldn't have asked for a better outcome or a more cooperative painting contractor."
Interior Trim Repaint
Interior Trim Repaint
Summit Dr
Interior Trim Repaint
Interior Trim Repaint

+10

Response time3 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Green Oaks Painting
4.9(
9
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving West Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Recently had SPC paint our main entry hallway, dining room and kitchen including cabinets and all trim work as well as the doors. We were incredibly impressed with their professionalism and quality of work. The crew was punctual, meticulous, and clearly took pride in their craft, ensuring every detail was perfect. They were also very respectful of our property, keeping the work areas clean throughout the project. We are thrilled with the fresh look of our house and would highly recommend SPC to anyone seeking a top-notch painting service. To everyone at SPC - Thank you very much for the beautiful paint job."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Scott's Home Renewal
4.6(
177
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+10 more

Serving West Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Andy was very easy to work with. Provided an accurate estimate for our project. The cold weather was not cooperating but they were committed and easily made our deadline. Crew showed up, did nice work and completed the job as promised. Hope to contact him in the future for a bathroom remodel."
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Abide Exterior Painting LLC
4.7(
6
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving West Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Arrived on time. Power washed our house and garage. Birds have been leaving mulberry stains on the house. It looks great all the dirt and stains were removed from the house and garage. They even cleaned the gutters. Very courteous and respectful of our property."
House repaint
House repaint
House repaint
House repaint
House repaint

+30

Response time12 hrs
Response rate94%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for painting projects in West Des Moines, IA

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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