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Top-Rated Painters in Middletown - Updated Nov 2026

Silvestre Service Painting
4.9(
80
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsPainting or Staining - Small Projects - For Business

Serving Middletown, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Used them for painting kitchen cabinets. Did a meticulous job prepping and sealing off the work area. Final job was excellent. Cleaned everything up each day and did a beautiful job overall. Also had them paint some outside work and it was well done and reasonably priced. Nice guys too! From now on I wouldn t use anyone else."
Painting
Painting
Painting
garage job
garage job

+11

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Jose's Pro Painting, LLC
5.0(
18
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms

Serving Middletown, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"When I initially found jose it was just to power wash my back deck, he came the next day and I decided to get the deck redone, stain and paint. He did just that and he replaced my back door! He is extremely reliable, professional, and affordable. Some things I wanted to replace but he gives advice to save you money. He doesn't try to rip you off like some contractors out here and I trust him. So much that he is back 2 months later currently giving my kitchen and bathroom a face-lift. He is always on time and stays to his time frame. He works hard and he goes throughout the weekend and holidays to complete the job. I would def recommend him and JC. He will be contractor for all my needs. I'll be back to talk about my kitchen and bathroom when I finished. Next will be my basement!"
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Exterior door
Response time3 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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David Docherty Contracting
4.9(
27
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Middletown, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David and his son were extremely professional and friendly, they are very efficient and made sure the job was done right.they also accommodated me when I asked to change a color at the last minute, with no extra charge. Out of the three estimates I got they were the most reasonable and in the end my house looks amazing!!I had my entire exterior painted including the shutters,my stucco repaired and painted ,and the entire garage painted. I would highly recommend them !!"
Deck Maintenance Project
Deck Maintenance Project
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+12

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
Vivid Colors Painting & Restoration
5.0(
12
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+3 more

Serving Middletown, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"It was great! Everything went smoothly and it all came out perfect. Vivid Colors was super professional, accommodating and a great company to work with. Absolutely amazing paint job and carpet cleaning work."
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+27

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Day Painter
4.4(
15
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+2 more

Serving Middletown, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very responsive, estimate within a day from contact. Readily adjusted estimate with added services. Power washed within 2 days of excepting estimate on Saturday. Sanded, painted and finished on Monday trim, shutters, soffits, gutters, bay window with wall boxes and front door of townhouse. Corrected missed caulking immediately without hesitation. Excellent work overall, would use again!"
paint
paint
Siding
Siding
interior

+9

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Painting FAQs, answered by experts

Your tool of choice ultimately comes down to personal preference. Many DIYers prefer applying stain with a lint-free rag, but others stick with a paint brush or a roller. Wipe the stain and work it into the wood, working with and against the grain. If you’re applying multiple coats, allow the stain to dry for around four hours between coats.

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.

You should repaint your fence every 1 to 3 years, depending on the appearance of wear and tear. Weather and usage will factor into how often you should paint another coat on your fence. If you need to replace a few fence boards or posts, you may want to consider repainting the fence to help protect the rest of the fence as well as the new pieces against damage and deterioration from being exposed to the elements.

Opt for an interior wood stain that is rated for your type of wood. Consider your personal style preferences as well as the overall use of the room when choosing a color. Remember, the color you see at the store may look different on your actual floors once applied. This is why if you have the chance, it’s helpful to test a few options on a scrap piece of wood in the room first. Once you narrow it down, you can test a small patch on an inconspicuous area in the room to see it on the actual floors.

You should stain both sides of your fence to get the full benefits. Fences often fall along property lines, so you may want to save a buck by leaving your neighbor’s side in the dust. If you do that, all you get is a slightly better view. Moisture and UV rays can still sneak in through the side that’s unpainted or worn down and damage your fence. Rot and rust will spread, even if you can’t see it from your side of the lawn.

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