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"Great to work with. very responsive and reasonable pricing! Highly recommended!"

John M on October 2025

Painting business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Great to work with. very responsive and reasonable pricing! Highly recommended!"

John M on October 2025


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Premier Painting Group L.L.C.

330 Blackberry Dr
4.07(
14
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Approved Pro

Premier Painting Group L.L.C.

330 Blackberry Dr
4.07(
14
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
103 local quotes requested
6 years of experience

With over 15 years of experience, Premier Painting Group LLC is your industry expert in interior and exterior painting. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our top priority will always be customer communication and customer satisfaction. As a family owned and operated business, you can trust that we will treat your home or business as we would treat our own. No matter how big or small your upcoming project is, Give us a call today and get your FREE estimate! we look forward to working with you!

"Yes. Very good work. Up"

J H on September 2024

With over 15 years of experience, Premier Painting Group LLC is your industry expert in interior and exterior painting. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our top priority will always be customer communication and customer satisfaction. As a family owned and operated business, you can trust that we will treat your home or business as we would treat our own. No matter how big or small your upcoming project is, Give us a call today and get your FREE estimate! we look forward to working with you!

"Yes. Very good work. Up"

J H on September 2024


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Quality Painting and Paper Hanging

631 E Princeton
5.00(
47
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Approved Pro

Quality Painting and Paper Hanging

631 E Princeton
5.00(
47
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
47 local quotes requested

We are a family ran business with over 90 years of combined experience in the painting trade. The name STEPHENS has always been synonymous with QUALITY work and customer SATISFACTION. We offer superior expertise in all aspects of residential and light commercial painting, whether it's interior or exterior, brush, roll or spray application. Having been involved in the trade for many years, we have developed may contacts and a history of working with local building contractors, realtors and other trades. We have a vast knowledge of all paints and materials used in the industry with a good working relationship with local paint dealers. Our goal is to make you, the customer happy. ONLY WHEN YOU ARE SATISFIED IS OUR JOB COMPLETE! Additional phone - (217) 415-3958

"Quality Painting and paperhanging was awesome to work with. William is a busy guy and the quality of his work explains why. He is prompt, cooperative, thorough and a real painting craftsman. He painted seven rooms for us, including 2 baths and a kitchen. His preparation is thorough, materials are top quality and execution is great. He knows how to deal with a wide variety of problem areas and make them look new. We highly recommend him and will use his services again."

Dan S on January 2025

We are a family ran business with over 90 years of combined experience in the painting trade. The name STEPHENS has always been synonymous with QUALITY work and customer SATISFACTION. We offer superior expertise in all aspects of residential and light commercial painting, whether it's interior or exterior, brush, roll or spray application. Having been involved in the trade for many years, we have developed may contacts and a history of working with local building contractors, realtors and other trades. We have a vast knowledge of all paints and materials used in the industry with a good working relationship with local paint dealers. Our goal is to make you, the customer happy. ONLY WHEN YOU ARE SATISFIED IS OUR JOB COMPLETE! Additional phone - (217) 415-3958

"Quality Painting and paperhanging was awesome to work with. William is a busy guy and the quality of his work explains why. He is prompt, cooperative, thorough and a real painting craftsman. He painted seven rooms for us, including 2 baths and a kitchen. His preparation is thorough, materials are top quality and execution is great. He knows how to deal with a wide variety of problem areas and make them look new. We highly recommend him and will use his services again."

Dan S on January 2025


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Gerald Henning

512 South Washington
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Gerald Henning

512 South Washington
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30 years of experience

20 years of pride and professionalism, with attention to detail . Various finishing technique's and hand rubbed finishing as well. I can turn old to new and new to old. Together we can make it happen!

20 years of pride and professionalism, with attention to detail . Various finishing technique's and hand rubbed finishing as well. I can turn old to new and new to old. Together we can make it happen!


Board Designs

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Board Designs

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I am a detail-oriented person with the knowledge and skills to build or repair about anything at a persons home. I am a single person small business but do have a couple of people that help me when needed. I am not afraid to get my hands dirty. Customer service is always priority one. I also build custom outdoor furniture and small interior pieces as well. I excel in figuring out how to accomplish the difficult or different tasks one may want. I have been is business for myself only 4 short years but I have over 20 years experience in the different fields. I look forward to talking with you so we can finish your next project together.

I am a detail-oriented person with the knowledge and skills to build or repair about anything at a persons home. I am a single person small business but do have a couple of people that help me when needed. I am not afraid to get my hands dirty. Customer service is always priority one. I also build custom outdoor furniture and small interior pieces as well. I excel in figuring out how to accomplish the difficult or different tasks one may want. I have been is business for myself only 4 short years but I have over 20 years experience in the different fields. I look forward to talking with you so we can finish your next project together.



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Brittons lawncare, home improvement and hauling LLC.

304 South Mill Street
5.00(
1
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Brittons lawncare, home improvement and hauling LLC.

304 South Mill Street
5.00(
1
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Our lawn care business covers services ranging from grass lawn cutting, edge trimming, debris removal, turf maintenance, fertilization, weed control, and pest control.

"They did a great job. They also cleaned up after the jobs were done. They were polite and very professional. And I would recommend them for future jobs soon to come."

Cynthia D on March 2024

Our lawn care business covers services ranging from grass lawn cutting, edge trimming, debris removal, turf maintenance, fertilization, weed control, and pest control.

"They did a great job. They also cleaned up after the jobs were done. They were polite and very professional. And I would recommend them for future jobs soon to come."

Cynthia D on March 2024



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Capital City Renovations

2310 East Enterprise Street
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Capital City Renovations

2310 East Enterprise Street
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Free onsite estimate

"Capital City Renovations offers top-tier residential repair and renovation services, including flooring, drywall installation and finishing, painting, light electrical work, and light plumbing. With a focus on professionalism and quality craftsmanship, we stand out in the industry. Backed by reputable references and a portfolio showcasing our work, we're committed to delivering excellence in every project we undertake."

"Capital City Renovations offers top-tier residential repair and renovation services, including flooring, drywall installation and finishing, painting, light electrical work, and light plumbing. With a focus on professionalism and quality craftsmanship, we stand out in the industry. Backed by reputable references and a portfolio showcasing our work, we're committed to delivering excellence in every project we undertake."


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Five Star Sanitation

275 Canterwood Lane
4.98(
195
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Five Star Sanitation

275 Canterwood Lane
4.98(
195
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers

We specialize in removal of all unwanted items, junk hauling, yard debris removal, trash removal, and more! We have trailers and dumpsters for any size job! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Excellent service!! They got the dumpster set up very fast and had it delivered just as fast. They are very attentive to your project needs and are definitely worth booking with!"

Lilly A on October 2025

We specialize in removal of all unwanted items, junk hauling, yard debris removal, trash removal, and more! We have trailers and dumpsters for any size job! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Excellent service!! They got the dumpster set up very fast and had it delivered just as fast. They are very attentive to your project needs and are definitely worth booking with!"

Lilly A on October 2025

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Painting questions, answered by experts

Yes, paint does go bad. How long a can of paint will last once opened depends on the type of paint and the storage conditions. If you take care to store it properly—sealed up airtight in a cool, dry spot away from the sun—your paint can last for several more years. 

First, make sure that you tape off all the areas that you don’t want to paint black. It’s harder to paint a light color over black than to touch up any lighter spots you missed. Once you’ve taped it off, make sure that the surface is clean and smooth, and then prime the wall with a tinted primer in gray. This step will help to transition from a lighter color to a darker one.

Painting over cracks without repairing them first will simply lead to needing to fix them later. They will reappear in short order. Usually, just a bit of spackle and a putty knife before painting will do the trick. However, if there are significant cracks, find the source of the problem and fix it before moving forward.

Yes, it’s still important to wear a mask when working with low-VOC paint, as it still releases a small amount of volatile organic compounds. Don’t forget to also add additional ventilation by opening windows and setting up fans. This will help take care of odors and dissipate them quicker as the paint dries.

You can paint over drywall mud about 24 hours after application, but the exact timing depends on factors like humidity, temperature, and the thickness of the mud. For the best results, ensure the mud is completely dry to the touch and has changed from a darker gray to a lighter, chalky white. Don’t forget to sand and prime the drywall surface before you paint to create a smooth, even finish.

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