"Carlos was very professional and extremely efficient. He saw the problem and immediately suggested a very accurate and affordable solution. He was punctual and, polite. Prepped the area to be painted, protected all surfaces, and completed all the work required with quiet efficiency. I would highly recommend his services to any of my family or friends."
"These guys estimated that my project calling for stucco repair and painting of 3192 sq ft, two-story walls under roof and a perhaps, 65-yard wraparound wall would take two days; this proved incorrect as it took only ONE day, more specifically, seven hours. This family-owned and operated company had five guys descend on our residence and performed professionally if not brilliantly. They tell you what they’re going to do, and do it for a fair price (got four other quotes and S & H was in the middle but the others - not unreasonably - estimated five work days). Beyond timeliness and price, the paint job was precise and clean up was superb. Strongly recommend them on a painting project…."
"All of the work was done as described and in a timely manner. Alvaro (president) explained the process and answered any questions we had. The crew was punctual, courteous and respectful of the property. Windows, doors and vigas were taped off, drop cloths were used where material would splatter. After the completion of the project everything was cleaned up and put back in place. The workmanship is outstanding and the house looks brand new."
"Carlos did a fantastic job of painting our garage door and exterior home pop-outs. He was professional in his approach and executed the job as outlined in his proposal."
"They were quick, clean and friendly. It only took them one day to do my kitchen and dining room, bathroom, living room and two bedrooms. My only complaints are that I thought they would fill the nail holes or spackle a couple dents behind doors but they didn't. They also cracked an electrical cover in the living room and didn't remove at least two electrical covers in the kitchen before painting. They were almost $150 cheaper than the next lowest bid I had so I'd recommend them to others, with some reservations."
"Please see above. Mr. Trail and his crew are top notch! Oh and I failed to mention they finished the project ahead of time. It doesn't get any better than Aaron Trail Contracting! Thanks guys! "
"They were excellent, I would highly recommend. Everyone was very professional and showed up right when they said they would. They were gentle and everything arrived intact. They had us on the road in no time."
"They did an amazing Job. I would definitely recommend them to others. They did quality work at an extremely reasonable price. The house looks completely different than before, they have it the makeover that I wanted. I appreciate their excellent work and amazing customer service. Amazing family business. Both Father and Son are so knowledgeable in painting. I had a big project for them, that dealt with old paint and some bad fascia and some exterior damage that they repaired for me as well. The finished project was better than I could ve expected and at a reasonable price! I m very thankful they reached out to me and we were paired. I wish I could put some before and after pictures but I m not able to. Thank you both again for an awesome job! Oh and the cherry on top, they also repainted my wrought iron around the house... it looks better than when it had first been installed. All around they hit it out of the park."
"The painters were very attentive to my requests and were willing to work with me when I made some last-minute changes on the work project. They did a beautiful job in repainting my house and gave my old place some new life."
If you want to achieve a deeper, darker stain color, wait 5 to 10 minutes before wiping it off. However, wipe it off faster for a lighter tone. When wiping off the stain during this part of the process, be sure to work in the direction of the wood’s grain for best results.
A concrete overlay is often the most cost-effective way to resurface a pool deck. To do this, you’ll need to pour a thin layer of concrete over the existing pool deck, which you can customize by stamping or painting. A stamped concrete overlay provides additional traction on a pool deck that can help minimize the risk of people slipping and falling.
Hiring a contractor or professional deck refinisher is the best way to ensure your deck is properly stained. They have the expertise, tools, and supplies to do the job quickly and efficiently. However, staining a deck is a manageable task for most homeowners, and doing the job yourself can save money. Just keep in mind that DIY staining is a long process requiring physical strain, so it may not be the best option for everyone.
The best time to paint your deck is when temperatures are neither too cold (below 60 degrees) nor too hot (above 85 degrees). Always paint your deck when there’s no risk of rain. For fast-drying paint like acrylic or latex, ensure your deck can dry for at least four hours. Oil-based paints take longer to dry and may require 48 hours to completely cure.
When applying multiple coats, wait four to six hours for each coat to dry. Not waiting long enough can result in streaks, peeling, and uneven color. Plus, it will be more difficult to discern where the second coat has already been applied.
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The best time to stain a deck is when it’s dry but not too sunny. How often you restain a deck depends on climate and wood type, but every two to three years is normal.