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Trim & Baseboard Installation in Chicago & Chicagoland

Helping Hand Studio installs, replaces and repairs baseboards, door and window casing, crown molding, wainscoting and decorative wall molding in Chicago and the suburbs.

Trim & Baseboard Installation by Helping Hand Studio

At a glance

Service
Trim & Baseboard Installation
Provided by
Helping Hand Studio, a family-owned handyman team
Service area
Chicago and suburbs in Cook, DuPage, Kane, Kendall & Will counties
Pricing
Hourly for small trim repairs; larger projects priced by the amount of trim, room conditions and finish.
Estimate
Free. Call or text (630) 426-3003, or use the form
Response time
Within 15 minutes during business hours (Mon – Sat 8AM – 6PM)
Common projects
Baseboards, Baseboard replacement after new flooring, Shoe molding & quarter round, Door casing, Window trim & sills

Information from Helping Hand Studio. Last updated October 2026.

What we help with

Clean trim work can make an entire room feel finished. We install, replace and repair architectural trim, from baseboards and door casing to crown molding and decorative wall molding, with precise cuts, tight joints and clean transitions.

TRIM SERVICES

  • Baseboards
  • Baseboard replacement after new flooring
  • Shoe molding & quarter round
  • Door casing
  • Window trim & sills
  • Crown molding
  • Chair rail
  • Wainscoting & board-and-batten
  • Picture frame & box molding
  • Decorative wall molding
  • Trim replacement
  • Damaged trim repair
  • Caulking & nail-hole filling
  • Paint-ready finishing

MATCH THE ROOM

Whether you are updating one damaged section or refreshing an entire room, we match profiles, proportions and transitions so new and existing trim look consistent. MDF, primed pine and hardwood options are available depending on the finish you want.

INSTALLATION TO FINISH

Depending on the project, we handle removal, cutting, installation, filling, caulking and preparation for the final painted finish, and can paint the trim as part of the same project.

Pricing

Small trim repairs may fall under standard hourly pricing. Larger baseboard, casing and molding projects are typically priced based on the amount of trim, room conditions and finishing requirements.

  • $100/hour1–4 hours
  • $90/hour4–6 hours
  • $80/hour8–10 hour full day

Two-hour minimum on hourly visits.

Handyman rates and pricing →

What affects the price

  • Amount of trim and number of rooms
  • Profile and material: MDF, primed pine or hardwood
  • Room conditions such as uneven walls or floors
  • Whether caulking and painting are included

How it works

  1. 01

    Call or text us

    Give us a call or send a text about your project. Tell us what you'd like to get done, and we'll review the details.

  2. 02

    Get your quote

    We'll review your project and provide a clear upfront quote before scheduling any work.

  3. 03

    We get it done

    Once approved, we schedule your project, complete the work, clean up, and make sure you're happy with the result.

Updating trim in several rooms?

Call or text us about each room and we will quote the whole project.

Fully insured · Our own crew · Clear quote before scheduling

Request a trim quote

Why homeowners choose Helping Hand Studio

  • Fully insured

    Complete protection for your home on every project.

  • Upfront quote

    A clear quote before any work is scheduled. No hidden fees.

  • Our own crew

    No subcontractors on your property. The same team quotes, works, and follows up.

  • One number

    A single point of contact for scheduling and project updates.

  • Clean work

    Drop cloths down before we start. Dust wiped, floors swept, packaging out.

  • We stand behind our work

    1-year workmanship warranty on remodels. Free 30-day callback on every handyman job if it's not right.

Recent related projects

  • Custom Double Door Opening & Installation

    Created a new interior door opening from scratch and installed a set of double glass-paneled doors. The work included framing and preparing the new opening, installing and aligning the doors, adding trim and hardware, and completing the surrounding finish for a clean, built-in appearance.

    Service: Doors

  • Exterior Entry Door Restoration

    Restoration of the existing double entry doors and surrounding doorway. The work included repairing damaged areas, restoring and reinforcing the door frame and trim, adjusting the doors for proper fit and operation, and sealing the perimeter for a clean, weather-resistant finish.

    Service: Doors

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Areas we serve

Trim & Baseboard Installation for homeowners in Chicago and suburbs across Cook, DuPage, Kane, Kendall and Will counties, including:

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Trim & Baseboard Installation: common questions

Can you match my existing trim?

Yes. We match profiles, proportions and transitions so new and existing trim look consistent. MDF, primed pine and hardwood options are available.

Do you replace baseboards after new flooring?

Yes. Baseboard replacement after new flooring, including shoe molding and quarter round, is part of our trim service.

Do you install crown molding and wainscoting?

Yes. We install crown molding, chair rail, wainscoting, board-and-batten and picture frame molding.

Do you paint the trim too?

Yes. We can handle removal, cutting, installation, filling, caulking and painting as one project.

How is trim work priced?

Small trim repairs may fall under standard hourly pricing. Larger baseboard, casing and molding projects are priced based on the amount of trim, room conditions and finishing requirements.

Do you build accent walls?

Decorative wall molding is part of our trim service. Larger feature walls, wood slat walls and media walls are delivered through our sister brand, Accent Wall Studio.

Ready to talk about your project?

Text them to (630) 426-3003 or use the form below. We respond within 15 minutes during business hours. All contact options

Fully insured · Our own crew · Clear quote before scheduling

Get a cost estimate for the work in 15 minutes!

We will respond within 15 minutes during business hours and send a comprehensive cost estimate.

Serving all of Chicago & Chicagoland
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