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Five Star Painting of Wilmington
4.7(
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Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Five Star Painting this past summer because they had done such a nice job seven years prior. They were extremely profession, from the initial call, through estimate, during the project, and following up afterwards. I would highly recommend them to family or friends."
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Carolina Superior Paint Co.
5.0(
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Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I highly recommend using this company for any type of painting project. Kerry and his crew are very meticulous and pay attention to detail. They painted my living room, laundry room, master bedroom and bath, and I could not be happier with their work."
Davenport
Davenport
Davenport
Davenport
Davenport

+1

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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S.M. Painting
5.0(
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Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He been doing things for us over 15 years, so, pretty great. I have three business that I run and he did all three patios. Also my house every week."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lock-N-Load
4.9(
14
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Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Steve of Lock-N-Load is fabulous! From the appointment he made to provide an estimate for painting the interior of my house to the day he finished, Steve was a consummate professional. He arrived on time, was a pleasure to have in my home, and most importantly, he did a beautiful job! As soon as he started doing the prep work, I knew without any reservation, I would be happy with the outcome. If you have a painting project, make Steve your first and only call!"
Topsail Beach house
Topsail Beach house
On river near Wallace
On river near Wallace
On river near Wallace

+1

Response time10 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Finishing Touch Painting Service
4.7(
35
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Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Greg is very communicative and has a great crew that arrives on time, atrivea to do excellent work for a good value. I recommend this company for woodworking and interior painting."
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Landfall Project
Landfall Project

+21

Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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JDF Remodeling
5.0(
30
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Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were very professional and personable. They showed up when they scheduled the work to be done. The painting of the cabinets looked AMAZING and they did a fantastic job. I would highly recommend them. I’m very picky and their work was A plus with no flaws."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Painting - Interior Project
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+89

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Freedom Painting, LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Here at Freedom Painting, I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service. I handle painting work in Raleigh and the surrounding areas - Call today!\n

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Upstairs unit
Living room before and after

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for painting projects in Wilmington, NC

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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