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David Docherty Contracting
4.8(
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Serving North Star, DE and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David and his crew painted the exterior siding and trim, garage doors, stained my deck and painted an interior large room this past week, April 2022. David was very good with communication, and went out of his way to accommodate me. He also honored a 2-year old quote as the scope of the work had not changed. I am very happy with the work done, and the team's commitment to finish the job on-time. Well done. Would definitely refer him to others, and will hire again."
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EXTERIOR HOUSE PAINTING
EXTERIOR HOUSE PAINTING

+95

Response time1 day
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Townsley Contracting, LLC
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Serving North Star, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Townsley contracting is a great local contractor that backs up his work For a fair price. James is very prompt and personable to work with. Along with replacing our roof James has power washed house, deck, stained deck and fixed woodpecker holes on soffits. All good!"
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Day Painter
4.4(
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Serving North Star, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The customer service was excellent, Carlos responded very well to everything that I needed. I would definitely look forward to doing business with Day Painter again in the future."
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paint
Siding
Siding
interior

+9

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Maryland Pro Wash DBA MPW Painting
4.1(
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Serving North Star, DE and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"Overall the home was powerwashed quickly and looks pretty good. I was disappointed that the back gate was left open (we have a docile Golden Retriever who thankfully does not leave the yard), and two of the potted Plumeria plants (on front of deck, not close to home) were knocked over. The area of the back of the house, within the screened porch, was not powerwashed?"
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Paddy's LLC
4.3(
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Serving North Star, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did a great job on the roof at a reasonable price in comparison to the other quotes I received from other big name companies. Roof was a 20 year old and need an update. Appreciate, the straight to the point sales pitch. Constant communication throughout the process. Happy with the job thus far. Will continue to monitor for any issues."
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+111

Response time11 hrs
Response rate89%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MAX Painting, LLC
4.9(
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Serving North Star, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a family owned business with more than 10\nyears of experience. We have the experience you deserve. We specialize in exterior painting, interior painting, power washing, drywall repairs, customized painting, and staining projects for both residential and commercial clients. Max Painting believes in quality, excellence, and responsiveness. We take pride in giving our customers beautiful spaces for a competitive price. We look forward to serving you!

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Nursey
Interior
Interior
Interior

+5

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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360 Painting of Wilmington
5.0(
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Serving North Star, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

360° Painting of Wilmington, DE is here to transform your home or business into the space of your dreams. To learn more about our interior and exterior painting services or to request a free estimate, give us a call today at 302-597-6429. You can also complete our online form.\n\n

Cabinet Refinish
Cabinet Refinish
Living Room
Family Room
Exterior Painting

+2

Response time10 hrs
Response rate87%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Luxury Home Improvements
4.9(
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Serving North Star, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I feel sorry for amyone that had an opportunity to work with this family owned, local business, and wind up using someone else. Ive had an amazing experience with Jay, his brother Serge and the crew that worked on my home for 3 weeks. They have worked closely with my designer and painted the entire home. We also found out that they do carpemtry too and had them do the ceiling trays in the great room. I will be recomending them to all of my family. Terrific job LHI!"
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Stain is meant to be absorbed by the porous wood, allowing some of the natural grain to show through. With that in mind, you don’t want to add more stain than the wood can absorb, as you risk covering up its natural markings. Generally, two coats is the maximum you should do, although very dense hardwoods may only be able to take a single coat.

If you have a smooth, already bonded concrete surface, painting a concrete pool deck can be a great way to brighten up the area and add longevity. If the surface has another covering or a different type of paint has been used previously, you won’t be able to paint it without removing the existing coating. Wooden decks benefit from painting as it helps to keep them watertight. Quality pool deck paints also help make the surface less slippery and less likely to gather mold and mildew or prematurely crack.

Yes, you must thoroughly clean your deck before staining. If you don't, dirt, debris, grease, and mildew can get trapped between the wood and the new stain. This not only looks unsightly but also prevents the stain from penetrating the wood properly, reducing its ability to protect the deck from weather and UV rays. As a result, the stain won't last as long or look as good. Any existing mold or mildew left untreated can continue to grow beneath the new stain, potentially leading to wood rot and structural damage. Always wait at least 48 hours after cleaning for the wood to dry completely before applying stain.

Wet-sanding and dry-sanding each have pros and cons. Dry-sanding is less messy, so it’s a good option if you’re trying to minimize dust (for example, if you’re sanding an occupied home or working with particularly dry or dusty drywall mud). However, dry-sanding is quicker because you don’t have to keep rinsing a sponge or wait for it to dry before painting.

You can apply stain over peeling stain, but it’s not a good idea. Your old stain will get in the way of your new stain bonding to the wood, so you’re likely going to see the same issue again shortly after application. Your best option is to sand off the old stain and clean the surface thoroughly before applying new stain.

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