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Handyman Unlimited
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Serving Salem, AL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

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Warranties offered

"Tim & his crew were skilled, efficient, professional, polite and did an excellent job for a fair price. They showed up when they said they would every time and exceeded our expectations. They replaced rotten support boards under our deck and saved our Trex boards which saved us alot of money . They restained everything to match & hung 2 ceiling fans. They cleaned up each day and left things in perfect order. We will definitely hire them again."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate92%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mr Drywall & Painting
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Serving Salem, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

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Offers commercial services

"Gilbert and crew were painting a whole house interior plus dry wall repasirs on a very tight time table to accommodate a family arriving from out of state. It was done beautifully and as contracted."
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Skillful Solutions LLC
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Serving Salem, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Small jobs welcome

"Very prompt. They told me exactly when they would be out. They come out exactly when they said. He told me what he was going to do and he did it. Clean and paint was excellent"
Repaint B Apt Complex
Repaint B Apt Complex
Repaint B Apt Complex
Repaint B Apt Complex
Repaint B Apt Complex

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Response time12 hrs
Response rate89%
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Z Construction & Remodeling LLC
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Serving Salem, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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"Z construction and remodeling did a great job painting the exterior of our house. Z provided professional services, offered a competitive estimate and completed the project efficiently. He and his team were punctual and cleaned up the work area before leaving each day. His attention to detail is exceptional and the end result impressive as our house looks great! Thank you, Z!!!"
Response time1 day
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BL PAINTING & COATINGS
New to Angi

Serving Salem, AL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

I'm a professional painting contractor with over 20 years of experience delivering high-quality painting services. Interior, exterior, residential, commercial, pressure washing and more. Call (706)416-8575 for your free estimate.

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Exterior Paint Job
Exterior Paint Job
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Generally, these steps are included in exterior house painting:

  • Prepping and protecting the areas not being painted

  • Scraping away loose paint

  • Cleaning off dirt, grease, and debris

  • Caulking gaps and openings

  • Priming with a quality paint primer

  • Painting the prepared areas, including trim and accents with chosen paint finish

  • Adding a second coat

  • Cleaning up the site and disposing of tape, plastic, and drop cloths

Many decking oils can help slow down algae growth, but they don't completely stop it. These oils work by sealing the wood, which reduces moisture and, therefore, algae growth. Some decking oils also help protect against UV damage, but they need to be reapplied according to the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure the decking stays protected.

When staining a deck, don’t skip surface prep, avoid staining damp or dirty boards, and don’t apply stain in extreme heat, cold, or wet conditions. Never overload the wood with a stain, as too much can cause tackiness or peeling. Also, don’t forget to test a small area first to ensure the color and finish look right.

It’s necessary for paint to completely dry before exposure to rain, and that drying time varies by the type of paint used. Oil-based paint takes 6 to 8 hours to dry on average, meaning that’s the minimum time needed between the last brush stroke and the first raindrop. Latex paint dries faster at around 1 hour, and acrylic paint is even quicker, usually drying in about 30 minutes. If rain is in the forecast, check the paint manufacturer's details before laying on a new coat. 

Eggshell and satin finishes are best for porches because they sit in the sweet spot between scuffable matte and distracting high gloss. Your porch sees a fair amount of wear and tear, so you don’t want paint that’ll show every mark like matte, but you don’t want to be blinded by glossy paint in the sun either. Eggshell and satin have durability and a look that sits nicely in the middle.

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