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Blue Custom Painting, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Blackhawk, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rolando and his team are professional, work with quality products, work quickly & are very clean. You have to hire this team for your project!"
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cal Preserving, Inc.
4.5(
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Serving Blackhawk, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Needed my deck sealed after a year of curing. Quote was high, but I decided it was worth it. Lots of positive reviews. Had some water marks from pots on the deck. After the first brightening there were still watermarks. I sent Bruce pictures and asked that the guys coming to seal make sure the watermarks were taken care of. He told me to point out the spots and they would take care of it. When the sealers came, I pointed out the marks and asked that they make sure they were taken care of before the sealing. They told me that the water marks were the result of leaving pots on the deck...duh. Obviously this is what happened, but was why I was paying Cal Preserving to take care of it. I don't appreciate having to convince my contractors I want something done the right way. I ended up calling Bruce and explaining that I felt like this was being done in a rush, but he assured me his team was professional and that it would get done properly. Placated, I decided to trust it would be OK, despite the static. That was my first mistake. After they were done sealing they asked for the check (before it had a chance to dry and for me to inspect the work). I told Bruce I didn't feel comfortable with this (over the phone), but he reassured me that they weren't that kind of company and any mistakes or issues would be taken care of. I gave the sealers the check. Mistake number 2. The next day I inspected the work to find huge sections of the hand rail completely unsealed and with power-washer damage. Also the water marks were still there and now sealed in. I took pictures and sent them to Bruce. He came out and we discussed the issues. He was nice and told me not to worry and that his guys would take care of it. Another iteration and the handrail was fixed, but the watermarks are still there. At this point I feel like I didn't get the full value of what I paid, and the hassle I went through to get to where I am now, which is barely passable should be avoided by others so I am writing this review. I don't mind paying premium prices, but when I do, I expect premium work. And if I find something wrong with the work, I expect it to be fixed without contention. The fact is I feel like the job was rushed, and I was pressured into paying early. I am a relatively new homeowner and this whole experience has just been a lesson learned. If the watermarks were taken care of, and the rail done right the first time, and nobody gave me static, I would be rating Cal Preserving with five stars. Take warning!"
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Response time2 days
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
All Cote Painting
5.0(
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Serving Blackhawk, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Extremely satisfied with the work by All Cote painting. They are very detailed in their work and have very high standards for the final product. They are also very good with paint colors and spent extra time with me to get the color right for a difficult color match. They went the extra mile to make sure I was completely satisfied with their work. They painted the outside of my home and also some rooms inside. The walls inside required texturing and their work was meticulous. Best of all, they are trustworthy and nice guys to work with. I highly recommend this company."
Pressure Washing
Two story exterior house
Two story exterior house
Two story exterior house
Stage 3

+5

Response time12 hrs
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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G M Painting
5.0(
41
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Serving Blackhawk, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Juan and his crew to re-stain our kitchen and stair rails. Juan was very quick to respond to our quote and was able to accommodate us before the holidays. He was upfront with expectations and explained the staining process. I was very nervous about the change in color but Juan was able to put my nerves at ease and provided me different stain samples. His crew was very professional and hardworking. Juan was always in communication with me and took care of any concerns that may have come up. We felt that our satisfaction was a top priority for him. We loved the finished product and our house looks beautiful. Then the kitchen is beautiful and the stair rails make the whole house brighter. We are so happy we chose to work with him. I would highly recommend hiring Juan for your painting project needs."
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House in Alameda

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Response time12 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Jefferson Painting
5.0(
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Serving Blackhawk, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Jefferson and his crew were excellent across the board. I fancy myself to be a fairly good painter, but there was no way I could have matched the degree of perfection they achieved in painting our condo. Jefferson was very good to work with. He is quite conscientious and clearly wants to satisfy. I give him the highest recommendation!"
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Response time1 day
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Flex Paintings
4.8(
26
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Serving Blackhawk, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Flex Painting was incredibly professional and performed great work. Our home was in desperate need of stucco repair, window trim replacement, and paint and they were able to do that and more. After our kitchen contractors abandoned our window replacements, Flex paint stepped in and got the job done! Bayardo even stopped by for one last walk through after we were satisfied with the work just to touch up spots he was not personally satisfied with. I would highly recommend their services and will be using them again when we are ready to skim coat our bedrooms as they are by far the most reliable contractors we have hired throughout our home renovation."
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(Before Pic)Home was pressure washed with a 3000 psi machine to remove as much dirt and grime from the exterior house wall surfaces before painting. We sanded all the bad areas and spot primed them before painting. Used caulking to seal any open grooves and open wood joints as needed.
(Before l) This photo shows the condition of the cabinet before it was refinished. You can see the stain is faded and clear coat is chipping away from water damage and moisture in the air.
Exterior Repaint
Prepped the door for painting. Sanded it then primed it. Removed the door handle and carefully covered the hinges before spray painting the door.

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Response time1 day
Response rate97%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Skyline Painting
5.0(
6
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Serving Blackhawk, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Overall Skyline did a good quality job and we were happy with them.. The only drawback was that they didn't come back for a minor touch up painting that they promised to do!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by20%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

There are more pros than cons when staining a deck. Deck stain is more affordable than paint, it protects the wood and allows the natural textures to shine through, and it can revive the appearance of your home. However, deck stain also requires prep work (sometimes days or more), carries more upkeep than a painted deck, and can fade over time if not cared for. 

It’s a good idea to sand your porch before painting. This will remove loose or chipped paint and debris, and give you a cleaner surface so that your new paint goes on smoothly. But if the existing surface is in good condition, it’s not necessary to sand your porch before you paint.

When choosing between deck stain or paint, knowing what will last longer is important. Deck paint lasts longer than deck stain. With deck paint, you can get up to 10 years of coverage before you need to reapply. With deck stain, that time is significantly shorter at two to three years

The staining or painting process involves cleaning the deck, sanding surfaces, applying a primer (if needed), and carefully applying stain or paint for an even, lasting finish.

Exterior paints contain more volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, making them dangerous when used indoors. Without the free ventilation of the great outdoors, it can take longer for the fumes to dissipate than interior paint. While you may notice the smell lessening more quickly, you should be wary of paint fumes inside for 48 to 72 hours after it dries.

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