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Captain Make It Happen Complete Home Repair
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Serving Mary Esther, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I HIGHLY recommend Captain Make It Happen. Was very professional, courteous, thorough and excellent workmanship. Told me everything that he was doing throughout the process. I love my new bathroom floor!! Thank you so much!!"
Split Rail
Fencing
Fencing
Backsplashe
Tile Floors

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
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The Paint Guy
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Serving Mary Esther, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Some spots on the pool deck have started to peel off and Dave is coming by today to get it fixed. Dave is great with follow up and great to work with!"
Beachfront Townhomes
Beachfront Townhomes
High Rise Waterproofing
Response time1 day
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Cruz Coastal Painting LLC
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Serving Mary Esther, FL and surrounding areas

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Customers say: Terrific value

"Leo and crew did a great job taking care of the house trim. They cleaned, prepared and painted the house trim. More importantly, they left the area spotless after the finished painting. Very happy with the results."
Response time3 days
Response rate100%
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HOHM
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Serving Mary Esther, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Showed up on time! We are happy with the work that was done, and will be calling them back in the near future!"
Response time1 day
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Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Emerald Elite Home Improvement
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Serving Mary Esther, FL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Woody and Tristan did an outstanding job at a fair price. I had a soft wash done on the house and pressure wash done on all concrete and it looks great. They are very professional and friendly and super easy to work with. I highly recommend them and they offer a wide range of home services. You won't regret hiring them for your project."
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Evolution construction group
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Serving Mary Esther, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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Credit card accepted

"Evolution Construction did my whole rehab on my house, they being a full service company it saved us a lot of headaches dealing with each trade, they were also very organized and cleaned up everyday and prices were fair, i love how our new kitchen looks,i would recommend them for any other person."
Bathroom remodel
kitchen remodel
Exterior Painting
deck build
interior painting at oak

+1

Response time3 days
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JL Drywall and Construction Unlimited LLC
5.0(
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Serving Mary Esther, FL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"JL Drywall responded after hours and gave me a quote the next morning! Very responsive and awesome follow thru. Job was completed as quoted and on time. Going to recommend them to my Bathroom installer who -by the way doesn’t do “Drywall” even when they quoted knocking down a pony wall!! Would recommend John to anyone who needs Drywall done right!"
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

It’s important to make sure the wood on a new deck is properly seasoned. Seasoning a deck is simple: Once you build it (or have a pro do so), just leave it alone so it can acclimate to the environment. If you don’t give the deck proper seasoning time before staining, the stain can lock in any lingering moisture and cause mold, rot, and other moisture issues down the road. Give the wood at least four to eight weeks to season before you stain.

Staining a deck with a rag is typically a better option than using a brush, as it helps the stain penetrate deeper into the wood. However, both brushes and rags are best reserved for detailed work because using these tools on an entire deck can require tediously crawling around on your hands and knees. A pad applicator, sprayer, or roller are preferred alternatives to applying stain over the majority of a deck. Use a rag for railings and other detailed work, and let the wood soak up as much of the stain as possible before wiping away drips or pools.

Adding a second coat of stain to wood can even out the color to some extent, but it won't drastically alter the hue if the initial application is too light or too dark. It's more effective at enhancing the richness of the color rather than significantly changing it. Ensure the first coat is dry before applying the second.

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. 

Wood stain is typically dry to the touch within 6 to 12 hours, but it is not fully cured at this point. You should wait at least 24 hours before applying a second coat or a protective finish. For surfaces like decks, avoid walking on them for at least 24 to 48 hours, and wait even longer before placing furniture. The full curing process can take from 24 hours to one week, depending on the type of stain. Factors like high humidity and cold temperatures can extend drying and curing times, so it's wise to allow for extra time in these conditions.

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