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Midwest Paint

4.91(
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Approved Pro

Midwest Paint

4.91(
22
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
27 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Since 1999, Midwest Paint has been a trusted, family-owned painting company serving Central Iowa with expert craftsmanship and personal service. Led by Ben and our skilled team, we specialize in residential and commercial painting, including interiors, exteriors, cabinets, decks, fences, pergolas, epoxy floors, and furniture refinishing. We don’t just paint—we transform spaces with clear communication, clean job sites, quality prep, and lasting results. Our services also include drywall repair, wallpaper removal, concrete coatings, and DTM finishes. We use premium Sherwin-Williams products and offer written 1, 3, or 5-year warranties. Hire Midwest Paint and get a local team focused on integrity, quality, and your satisfaction. Ready to refresh your space? Contact us today for a free, no-pressure quote!

"Excellent work. Crew was professional Would hire them again for any printing or repair work. Cost was fair. "

Judy C on December 2025

Since 1999, Midwest Paint has been a trusted, family-owned painting company serving Central Iowa with expert craftsmanship and personal service. Led by Ben and our skilled team, we specialize in residential and commercial painting, including interiors, exteriors, cabinets, decks, fences, pergolas, epoxy floors, and furniture refinishing. We don’t just paint—we transform spaces with clear communication, clean job sites, quality prep, and lasting results. Our services also include drywall repair, wallpaper removal, concrete coatings, and DTM finishes. We use premium Sherwin-Williams products and offer written 1, 3, or 5-year warranties. Hire Midwest Paint and get a local team focused on integrity, quality, and your satisfaction. Ready to refresh your space? Contact us today for a free, no-pressure quote!

"Excellent work. Crew was professional Would hire them again for any printing or repair work. Cost was fair. "

Judy C on December 2025


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Jim Ferguson Painting LLC

4.97(
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Jim Ferguson Painting LLC

4.97(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers

Jim Ferguson Painting is locally owned and operated with more than 30 years of experience. We are an EPA Lead Certified company specializing in interior and exterior work, we offer services for all your painting and repair needs. Services include but limited to Wood Rot Repair, Interior & Exterior Painting, Furniture Painting, cabinet painting ,Fence & Deck Refinishing, Garage Floor Coatings, Antique Furniture Restoration, Woodwork Stripping & Refinishing, Power Washing, Concrete Sealing, and Gutter Cleaning.

"Jim recently painted a custom built-in entertainment center in our home. The project was in our finished basement and Jim went above and beyond to protect our home when setting up his paint area. He was responsive, punctual, and completed on schedule. He is an excellent painter, detail oriented, and holds himself to an incredibly high standard. Highly recommend!"

Eric . on August 2024

Jim Ferguson Painting is locally owned and operated with more than 30 years of experience. We are an EPA Lead Certified company specializing in interior and exterior work, we offer services for all your painting and repair needs. Services include but limited to Wood Rot Repair, Interior & Exterior Painting, Furniture Painting, cabinet painting ,Fence & Deck Refinishing, Garage Floor Coatings, Antique Furniture Restoration, Woodwork Stripping & Refinishing, Power Washing, Concrete Sealing, and Gutter Cleaning.

"Jim recently painted a custom built-in entertainment center in our home. The project was in our finished basement and Jim went above and beyond to protect our home when setting up his paint area. He was responsive, punctual, and completed on schedule. He is an excellent painter, detail oriented, and holds himself to an incredibly high standard. Highly recommend!"

Eric . on August 2024


PETERSON PAINTING

5.00(
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PETERSON PAINTING

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

The Peterson family has been serving the Des Moines area for over 48 years. Our founder, Bob Peterson worked his way thru college in the 1960’s at Drake University painting homes in the Drake area and South of Grand. Today, our family serves Des Moines and the Surrounding Area thru the application of our Painting Services to Residential, Commercial and Townhome / Condo’s.

The Peterson family has been serving the Des Moines area for over 48 years. Our founder, Bob Peterson worked his way thru college in the 1960’s at Drake University painting homes in the Drake area and South of Grand. Today, our family serves Des Moines and the Surrounding Area thru the application of our Painting Services to Residential, Commercial and Townhome / Condo’s.


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MAWDSLEY HOME IMPROVEMENT

4.80(
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MAWDSLEY HOME IMPROVEMENT

4.80(
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Customers say: True professional
21 years of experience

Providing quality, affordable work from a licensed professional contractor. A large percentage of our business is generated from repeat customers and referrals. We are a trustworthy family business you can count on.

"1. Decided not to go through with this work. As products I was advised to order by contractor were out of stock and decided to do the work with a friend. 2. Looks good! 3. Floors look great; subcontracted out. Should've had couple items clearly written out before work began but happy with the work completed. Dispose of all trash/scrapes myself. I wouldn't hire again due to a couple issues but work completed was an A."

adam b on March 2020

Providing quality, affordable work from a licensed professional contractor. A large percentage of our business is generated from repeat customers and referrals. We are a trustworthy family business you can count on.

"1. Decided not to go through with this work. As products I was advised to order by contractor were out of stock and decided to do the work with a friend. 2. Looks good! 3. Floors look great; subcontracted out. Should've had couple items clearly written out before work began but happy with the work completed. Dispose of all trash/scrapes myself. I wouldn't hire again due to a couple issues but work completed was an A."

adam b on March 2020


We are NOT your typical contractor! We specialize in everything from house painting to junk hauling. Check out our website to learn more!


Swieter Home Lawn and Snow LLC

4.59(
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Swieter Home Lawn and Snow LLC

4.59(
59
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Customers say: True professional
28 years of experience

We are Swieter Home Lawn and Snow LLC and we can help you with any home improvement and maintenance needs. With over 10+ years of experience in a variety of fields, we can do about anything you need! Fully insured and State of Iowa registered contractor. Some of our specialties include: • General household repairs and remodeling • Basements framed to completed living area • Attic insulation • Roofing • Interior\exterior painting • Deck design, install, maintenance, and refinishing • Siding • Window Replacement • Full mowing and edging services • Landscaping design, install and maintenance • Leaf clean up • Gutter cleaning and repair • Tree and bush trimming and removal • Concrete flat work new install, replacement, crack filling • Tuckpointing • Residential and commercial snow removal • Snow and ice removal from roofs and gutters • Ice dam prevention • Holiday lighting custom installs and tear down • Odd jobs, big or small

"CAUTION - when relying on Issac We needed our chimney rebuilt. Issac estimated it and finally we received a starting date. After, working an hour he said the job was too big for him. (some damage to our metal pieces). We request that he would paint it after we find another handyman. Once done he came back and quoted over $100 an hour to paint the chimney. He kept push us out on his calendar. We dropped him. He had us paid for the hour that he worked on the Chimney before exiting. Very poor communication if we are scheduled? If he is starting on the day he last told us? Problem answering texts."

Diane K on September 2018

We are Swieter Home Lawn and Snow LLC and we can help you with any home improvement and maintenance needs. With over 10+ years of experience in a variety of fields, we can do about anything you need! Fully insured and State of Iowa registered contractor. Some of our specialties include: • General household repairs and remodeling • Basements framed to completed living area • Attic insulation • Roofing • Interior\exterior painting • Deck design, install, maintenance, and refinishing • Siding • Window Replacement • Full mowing and edging services • Landscaping design, install and maintenance • Leaf clean up • Gutter cleaning and repair • Tree and bush trimming and removal • Concrete flat work new install, replacement, crack filling • Tuckpointing • Residential and commercial snow removal • Snow and ice removal from roofs and gutters • Ice dam prevention • Holiday lighting custom installs and tear down • Odd jobs, big or small

"CAUTION - when relying on Issac We needed our chimney rebuilt. Issac estimated it and finally we received a starting date. After, working an hour he said the job was too big for him. (some damage to our metal pieces). We request that he would paint it after we find another handyman. Once done he came back and quoted over $100 an hour to paint the chimney. He kept push us out on his calendar. We dropped him. He had us paid for the hour that he worked on the Chimney before exiting. Very poor communication if we are scheduled? If he is starting on the day he last told us? Problem answering texts."

Diane K on September 2018


CR Painting

4.59(
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CR Painting

4.59(
17
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Customers say: Quick response
30 years of experience

We are a full service painting company with expertise in interior & exterior residential and commercial painting. Our team is made up of experienced professional painters. We are passionate about providing the absolute best customer service and exceptional quality of work.

We are a full service painting company with expertise in interior & exterior residential and commercial painting. Our team is made up of experienced professional painters. We are passionate about providing the absolute best customer service and exceptional quality of work.


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The Fix-It Man

4.89(
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The Fix-It Man

4.89(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

No job is too small. The Fix-It Man is a handyman service serving Dallas and Polk Counties. I can fix just about anything in and around your home. We repair drywall, and decks, mount TV’s, repair windows and screens, install antennae, replace lighting fixtures, add an outlet, paint, wallpaper and refinish furniture, and more. I am insured and estimates are always free.

"The ends of the planks on my deck were rotted and Greg was the only person who suggested the window-frame solution. Others suggested splice and replace. Though it cost me a little bit more, the idea is clever and the end result is polished, enjoyable to o view and took care of all the rotted ends. I'm hiring Greg to stain my deck as well. Unlike others, he doesn't pressure wash decks, unless he has to, because pressure washing destroys wood."

Dee M on November 2023

No job is too small. The Fix-It Man is a handyman service serving Dallas and Polk Counties. I can fix just about anything in and around your home. We repair drywall, and decks, mount TV’s, repair windows and screens, install antennae, replace lighting fixtures, add an outlet, paint, wallpaper and refinish furniture, and more. I am insured and estimates are always free.

"The ends of the planks on my deck were rotted and Greg was the only person who suggested the window-frame solution. Others suggested splice and replace. Though it cost me a little bit more, the idea is clever and the end result is polished, enjoyable to o view and took care of all the rotted ends. I'm hiring Greg to stain my deck as well. Unlike others, he doesn't pressure wash decks, unless he has to, because pressure washing destroys wood."

Dee M on November 2023


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CertaPro Painters® of Des Moines

3.50(
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CertaPro Painters® of Des Moines

3.50(
58
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19 years of experience

With every Des Moines, IA house painting project, we're committed to providing the highest quality painting work and professional painting service in the area. Interior or exterior painting, we're dedicated to the process of certainty of a job well done. Whatever your needs, big or small, CertaPro Painters of Des Moines, IA will provide a professional quality painting service job and an experience you'll be thrilled with. That's our promise, that's Certainty.

"Painter substituted lower quality paint (Latitude) vs specified Duration. Received nothing but bad attitude when I contacted the Des Moines office for resolution. I understand the risk when using Certa Pro as they typically use subcontractors for the work, but was shocked by the poor customer service from the actual Certa Pro operations person. She actually offered me $0.79 (not a typo, actually less than $1) as a resolution. This is the first negative review I have ever posted, so yes, very poor "

chris k on September 2025

With every Des Moines, IA house painting project, we're committed to providing the highest quality painting work and professional painting service in the area. Interior or exterior painting, we're dedicated to the process of certainty of a job well done. Whatever your needs, big or small, CertaPro Painters of Des Moines, IA will provide a professional quality painting service job and an experience you'll be thrilled with. That's our promise, that's Certainty.

"Painter substituted lower quality paint (Latitude) vs specified Duration. Received nothing but bad attitude when I contacted the Des Moines office for resolution. I understand the risk when using Certa Pro as they typically use subcontractors for the work, but was shocked by the poor customer service from the actual Certa Pro operations person. She actually offered me $0.79 (not a typo, actually less than $1) as a resolution. This is the first negative review I have ever posted, so yes, very poor "

chris k on September 2025


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Wallpaper Removal questions, answered by experts

Stubborn adhesives, multiple layers, and drywall damage can complicate removal.

You can paint over wallpaper if it’s smooth and in good shape. But if there are bumps or tears in the wallpaper, they’ll likely show through the paint. Similarly, you should avoid painting over textured wallpaper because the ridges and patterns in the paper will be visible. In either of these situations, you should remove the wallpaper before painting.

To remove pre-pasted wallpaper, you’ll need to wet the wallpaper or steam it to loosen the paste on the back of the wallpaper. Spray the paper with water, then let it soak for 10 to 20 minutes. From there, you should be able to peel off the wallpaper. Then, you may need to follow up with a cleaning solution and a scraper to remove any remaining wallpaper paste on the walls.

Most experts would not recommend hanging wallpaper over existing wallpaper more than twice. Even if the walls are in good condition and primed well, that third layer of wallpaper could cause problems with adhesion. Unless you like bubbling paint and peeling wallpaper as an interior design choice, it’s better to remove at least one existing layer before adding any more to a wall.

As long as the surface you’re putting the tile on is properly prepped, peel-and-stick backsplashes should stay on and last anywhere from 3 to 5 years. The best way to ensure the tile stays on is to sand down and clean the wall before applying your design.

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