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Pena Painters

1524 N Campbell Ave
5.00(
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Pena Painters

1524 N Campbell Ave
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
558 local quotes requested

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!

"We are very happy with their work. Guillermo was our contact, excellent customer service and punctual. Flexibility to accommodate our schedule. We highly recommend Guillermo and his crew to tackle any painting job! We had our entire apartment painted and when they left all was perfect. Excellent price as well."

Gloria P on May 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!

"We are very happy with their work. Guillermo was our contact, excellent customer service and punctual. Flexibility to accommodate our schedule. We highly recommend Guillermo and his crew to tackle any painting job! We had our entire apartment painted and when they left all was perfect. Excellent price as well."

Gloria P on May 2025


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Amruss Inc Home Improvement Company

1040 S Milwaukee Ave
4.52(
4,270
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Amruss Inc Home Improvement Company

1040 S Milwaukee Ave
4.52(
4,270
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
133 local quotes requested
26 years of experience

Amruss Home Improvement has been in business for more than 25 years. Everybody knows us for our professional Window washing and Gutter cleaning services. But besides those, we also provide a whole variety of other services like Power Washing, Deck Restoration, Garage Cleaning, Caulking, and Holiday light installation services. We offer fast, high-quality, and professional services at affordable prices. We value every customer and strive to provide the best service possible. Award-winning. Licensed & Insured. Additional DBA - Amruss Inc. Cost is determined by the job.

"They never contacted us. At least, I could have received an estimate by text. In fact, it was a very poor response by any business on this site. I would not do this again."

Anna C on November 2024

Amruss Home Improvement has been in business for more than 25 years. Everybody knows us for our professional Window washing and Gutter cleaning services. But besides those, we also provide a whole variety of other services like Power Washing, Deck Restoration, Garage Cleaning, Caulking, and Holiday light installation services. We offer fast, high-quality, and professional services at affordable prices. We value every customer and strive to provide the best service possible. Award-winning. Licensed & Insured. Additional DBA - Amruss Inc. Cost is determined by the job.

"They never contacted us. At least, I could have received an estimate by text. In fact, it was a very poor response by any business on this site. I would not do this again."

Anna C on November 2024


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Green Brush Painting

825 Circle Ave
5.00(
6
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Green Brush Painting

825 Circle Ave
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
34 local quotes requested

Green Brush Painting - expert painting, drywall repair, wallpaper installation or removal and tiling services. Call now for a free quote! Freshen up your living space or get your home market ready.

"We bought an old house that had walls cracking, green brush did a great job fixing those issues for us to paint, then we looked up and saw the atrocious popcorn ceiling and called Green Brish again. They smoothed, sanded, knocked out an ugly archway, and painted. It was a huge improvement for us, small improvements made a big difference."

JPD D on August 2024

Green Brush Painting - expert painting, drywall repair, wallpaper installation or removal and tiling services. Call now for a free quote! Freshen up your living space or get your home market ready.

"We bought an old house that had walls cracking, green brush did a great job fixing those issues for us to paint, then we looked up and saw the atrocious popcorn ceiling and called Green Brish again. They smoothed, sanded, knocked out an ugly archway, and painted. It was a huge improvement for us, small improvements made a big difference."

JPD D on August 2024


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Sefner Painting

3627 Haven Ave
4.97(
120
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Sefner Painting

3627 Haven Ave
4.97(
120
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers
39 local quotes requested

We are an owner operated company. The owner, Greg, having over 20 years experience in the painting field, works on, and oversees all jobs with the help of a small, professional crew. All painters have at least 5 years experience, are detail oriented, well mannered and always professional. We do mostly interiors and some small exterior projects. Anything from a single room to a whole house interior, condo, or office suite. We focus on one project at a time from start to finish. No skipping from job to job. Cost is determined by the job. Prices include all labor and materials including paint. We generally use Benjamin Moore or Sherwin Williams paints but are also happy to use whichever paint out customers prefer. We get good prices on paint and pass our savings on to our customers. We have a long list of happy, satisfied customers. Please feel free to contact Greg via phone or email to schedule a free estimate. You will not be disappointed!

"We hired Greg through Angi and couldn’t be happier with the experience. He was on time every day, communicated clearly throughout the project, and kept everything clean and organized. Extremely professional yet easy to talk to, he struck the perfect balance between being personable and staying focused on the job. The quality of the work really shows—highly recommended!"

Silvio G on June 2025

We are an owner operated company. The owner, Greg, having over 20 years experience in the painting field, works on, and oversees all jobs with the help of a small, professional crew. All painters have at least 5 years experience, are detail oriented, well mannered and always professional. We do mostly interiors and some small exterior projects. Anything from a single room to a whole house interior, condo, or office suite. We focus on one project at a time from start to finish. No skipping from job to job. Cost is determined by the job. Prices include all labor and materials including paint. We generally use Benjamin Moore or Sherwin Williams paints but are also happy to use whichever paint out customers prefer. We get good prices on paint and pass our savings on to our customers. We have a long list of happy, satisfied customers. Please feel free to contact Greg via phone or email to schedule a free estimate. You will not be disappointed!

"We hired Greg through Angi and couldn’t be happier with the experience. He was on time every day, communicated clearly throughout the project, and kept everything clean and organized. Extremely professional yet easy to talk to, he struck the perfect balance between being personable and staying focused on the job. The quality of the work really shows—highly recommended!"

Silvio G on June 2025


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CHICAGO PAINTERS INC

6263 N McCormick Blvd #169
4.87(
86
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CHICAGO PAINTERS INC

6263 N McCormick Blvd #169
4.87(
86
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
144 local quotes requested

Chicago Painters is an ANGI Super Service Award winner. If you'd like to contact us for an estimate please go to www.chicago-painters.com or call 773-789-8179. Chicago Painters Inc, your Chicago Painting Contractor, is an award-winning painting company that has been serving the Chicago area since 2001. As a small company owned and operated by a former United States Marine, our clients can expect excellent work ethic and values from us. We provide services in interior painting, exterior painting, drywall repairs, wallpaper removal, paint stripping, deck sealing, power washing and concrete floor epoxy.

"Chicago Painters Inc. made the entire process seem seamless - from scheduling the estimate, completing the project forms, to the actual painting day. They completed two painting projects for me and couldn't be more impressed! Everything was handled with efficiency and professionalism. Their service was absolutely top-notch. Ricardo, my assigned painter, was truly outstanding. Ricardo arrived punctually and maintained a professional demeanor throughout, and was incredibly courteous. His attention to detail and craftsmanship were evident in the final result - simply marvelous work! If you're looking for quality painting services in Chicago, I can't recommend Chicago Painters Inc. enough. Ricardo, Jim, Cheryl, Maureen and the entire team delivered an exceptional experience and beautiful results that exceeded my expectations!"

Marcketa P on April 2025

Chicago Painters is an ANGI Super Service Award winner. If you'd like to contact us for an estimate please go to www.chicago-painters.com or call 773-789-8179. Chicago Painters Inc, your Chicago Painting Contractor, is an award-winning painting company that has been serving the Chicago area since 2001. As a small company owned and operated by a former United States Marine, our clients can expect excellent work ethic and values from us. We provide services in interior painting, exterior painting, drywall repairs, wallpaper removal, paint stripping, deck sealing, power washing and concrete floor epoxy.

"Chicago Painters Inc. made the entire process seem seamless - from scheduling the estimate, completing the project forms, to the actual painting day. They completed two painting projects for me and couldn't be more impressed! Everything was handled with efficiency and professionalism. Their service was absolutely top-notch. Ricardo, my assigned painter, was truly outstanding. Ricardo arrived punctually and maintained a professional demeanor throughout, and was incredibly courteous. His attention to detail and craftsmanship were evident in the final result - simply marvelous work! If you're looking for quality painting services in Chicago, I can't recommend Chicago Painters Inc. enough. Ricardo, Jim, Cheryl, Maureen and the entire team delivered an exceptional experience and beautiful results that exceeded my expectations!"

Marcketa P on April 2025


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MQ Painting

2519 W Atlantic Ave
4.85(
85
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Approved Pro

MQ Painting

2519 W Atlantic Ave
4.85(
85
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 local quotes requested

Looking to transform your home's exterior? Look no further than MQ Painting. With free estimates, full insurance coverage, and references available upon request, we are the trusted choice for all your painting needs in Chicago. Contact us today!

"It went excellent and great. Jose and his crew were excellent and did a very good job."

Robert E on August 2024

Looking to transform your home's exterior? Look no further than MQ Painting. With free estimates, full insurance coverage, and references available upon request, we are the trusted choice for all your painting needs in Chicago. Contact us today!

"It went excellent and great. Jose and his crew were excellent and did a very good job."

Robert E on August 2024


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Fortune Restoration

6619 N Lincoln Ave
4.56(
393
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Fortune Restoration

6619 N Lincoln Ave
4.56(
393
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
197 local quotes requested
46 years of experience

Fortune Restoration is a full service painting, tuckpointing, and restoration company that serves residential homeowners from Hyde Park to Lincoln Park to Oak Park and River Forest, and the entire North Shore and Western Suburbs. Commercial, industrial and institutional projects are also taken on throughout the Chicagoland area. Additional email - [email protected] Additional contact name - Mr. Bob Fortune, Mr. Tom Fortune.

"For example, Our Douglas Fir door lost it's beauty over the years because it faces west and the sun and weather had ruined its finish and faded the color. We had several contractors out to fix it over the last 25 years but it never was properly restored to it's original beauty.  Bob Fortune from Fortume restoration explained the process of removing the old stain and varnish down to the original wood. Bob helped us with our decisions regarding colors for the restore. Their team came out and slowly stripped and sanded down the previous layers and recoated it so that now it truly is the centerpiece of our brick colonial home."

Robert R on September 2025

Fortune Restoration is a full service painting, tuckpointing, and restoration company that serves residential homeowners from Hyde Park to Lincoln Park to Oak Park and River Forest, and the entire North Shore and Western Suburbs. Commercial, industrial and institutional projects are also taken on throughout the Chicagoland area. Additional email - [email protected] Additional contact name - Mr. Bob Fortune, Mr. Tom Fortune.

"For example, Our Douglas Fir door lost it's beauty over the years because it faces west and the sun and weather had ruined its finish and faded the color. We had several contractors out to fix it over the last 25 years but it never was properly restored to it's original beauty.  Bob Fortune from Fortume restoration explained the process of removing the old stain and varnish down to the original wood. Bob helped us with our decisions regarding colors for the restore. Their team came out and slowly stripped and sanded down the previous layers and recoated it so that now it truly is the centerpiece of our brick colonial home."

Robert R on September 2025


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Geovanny C Professional Painting

4.88(
75
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Approved Pro

Geovanny C Professional Painting

4.88(
75
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
36 local quotes requested

We are professionally ready to assist you during these difficult times. We are taking the pandemic issue seriously because we want to maintain a healthy relationship with the client and the workers. Please make sure you are staying 6 feet away from people at all time. Geovanny C Professional Painting has over 20 years in experience in interior & exterior painting proudly serving Cook County. We focus on quality work at reasonable rates. We are honest, punctual and make the job right the first time. Please, call us for a free estimate today!

"Geovanny did an amazing job painting our very large basement. This was a complex project, involving washing wallpaper adhesive off the walls prior to painting and painting lots of wooden surfaces (wooden paneling and baseboards, door trims, and windows trims). His team knocked it out of the park! They were very neat and detail oriented. I would definitely recommend him!"

Rachel G on June 2025

We are professionally ready to assist you during these difficult times. We are taking the pandemic issue seriously because we want to maintain a healthy relationship with the client and the workers. Please make sure you are staying 6 feet away from people at all time. Geovanny C Professional Painting has over 20 years in experience in interior & exterior painting proudly serving Cook County. We focus on quality work at reasonable rates. We are honest, punctual and make the job right the first time. Please, call us for a free estimate today!

"Geovanny did an amazing job painting our very large basement. This was a complex project, involving washing wallpaper adhesive off the walls prior to painting and painting lots of wooden surfaces (wooden paneling and baseboards, door trims, and windows trims). His team knocked it out of the park! They were very neat and detail oriented. I would definitely recommend him!"

Rachel G on June 2025


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Casey Black Painting

1034 N Milwaukee Ave
5.00(
135
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Approved Pro

Casey Black Painting

1034 N Milwaukee Ave
5.00(
135
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 local quotes requested

Casey Black Painting specializes in interior painting, light carpentry, drywall work, and deck maintenance for the Chicagoland area and most of the surrounding suburbs. We have exacting standards and an attention to detail that comes with over 40 years of painting experience. We are clean, punctual, and very trustworthy. We are fully insured and offer free estimates. We have an extensive reference list that is available upon request.

"I hired Casey and his team to paint my entire condo, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. Their professionalism, communication, and attention to detail were outstanding from start to finish. I had my colors picked, but Casey helped refine finishes and suggested ways to simplify color use across rooms. He came out for a free quote within a few days, provided insurance info, and came back later to paint samples on the walls so I could feel confident in my choices. I wasn’t living there yet and chose not to be there so I could be surprised, but Casey sent daily updates. They finished exactly on time, stayed within budget, and even swapped out outlet covers for me. The quality was amazing! Clean lines, smooth finishes, and not a drip anywhere. They actually left the place cleaner than they found it. Casey even matched caulk to different tile and fixed a ton of imperfections in the walls and crown molding. I’d absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for great painters."

Sage S on June 2025

Casey Black Painting specializes in interior painting, light carpentry, drywall work, and deck maintenance for the Chicagoland area and most of the surrounding suburbs. We have exacting standards and an attention to detail that comes with over 40 years of painting experience. We are clean, punctual, and very trustworthy. We are fully insured and offer free estimates. We have an extensive reference list that is available upon request.

"I hired Casey and his team to paint my entire condo, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. Their professionalism, communication, and attention to detail were outstanding from start to finish. I had my colors picked, but Casey helped refine finishes and suggested ways to simplify color use across rooms. He came out for a free quote within a few days, provided insurance info, and came back later to paint samples on the walls so I could feel confident in my choices. I wasn’t living there yet and chose not to be there so I could be surprised, but Casey sent daily updates. They finished exactly on time, stayed within budget, and even swapped out outlet covers for me. The quality was amazing! Clean lines, smooth finishes, and not a drip anywhere. They actually left the place cleaner than they found it. Casey even matched caulk to different tile and fixed a ton of imperfections in the walls and crown molding. I’d absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for great painters."

Sage S on June 2025


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Bubbles Window Washing & Gutter Cleaning

2037 W Belle Plaine Ave
4.59(
1,056
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Approved Pro

Bubbles Window Washing & Gutter Cleaning

2037 W Belle Plaine Ave
4.59(
1,056
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
152 local quotes requested
22 years of experience

Bubbles Window Washing & Gutter Cleaning specializes in window washing, gutter cleaning, and pressure washing services, and has been serving the Chicagoland area for 20 years! Our up-front, accountable service guarantees that you will be blown away not only by our professionalism, but by our expert service. Our window washers, gutter cleaners, and power washers have all been trained directly to company specifications and have years of experience in the field. Their training gives them an unmatched attention to detail and the quality of each service reflects this. We are licensed, bonded, and insured to make sure that your home and your interests are protected above all else. Because of our dedication to superior service, we have been the recipients of the Angie's List Super Service Award since 2008! When you choose Bubbles Window Washing & Gutter Cleaning, you choose the company trusted by your friends, family, and neighbors. Contact us today to receive your free quote!

"I highly recommend Bubbles Window Washing and Gutter Cleaning. I called them to schedule service to clean all my windows (inside and out), screens and tracks. They were able to schedule me for the next morning. Domingo arrived at my home promptly and was extremely courteous and very thorough. My windows have never been cleaner and I will be using them again in the Spring and Fall of next year."

Amy N on September 2025

Bubbles Window Washing & Gutter Cleaning specializes in window washing, gutter cleaning, and pressure washing services, and has been serving the Chicagoland area for 20 years! Our up-front, accountable service guarantees that you will be blown away not only by our professionalism, but by our expert service. Our window washers, gutter cleaners, and power washers have all been trained directly to company specifications and have years of experience in the field. Their training gives them an unmatched attention to detail and the quality of each service reflects this. We are licensed, bonded, and insured to make sure that your home and your interests are protected above all else. Because of our dedication to superior service, we have been the recipients of the Angie's List Super Service Award since 2008! When you choose Bubbles Window Washing & Gutter Cleaning, you choose the company trusted by your friends, family, and neighbors. Contact us today to receive your free quote!

"I highly recommend Bubbles Window Washing and Gutter Cleaning. I called them to schedule service to clean all my windows (inside and out), screens and tracks. They were able to schedule me for the next morning. Domingo arrived at my home promptly and was extremely courteous and very thorough. My windows have never been cleaner and I will be using them again in the Spring and Fall of next year."

Amy N on September 2025

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Ultimately, overapplication of stain can compromise the deck's appearance, durability, and longevity. It may result in an uneven finish, with excess stain pooling, dripping, or drying into thick patches. It can also obscure the wood's natural grain and texture, detracting from the desired aesthetic. Moreover, excessive staining may not fully penetrate the wood, leading to poor adhesion and premature wear. Additionally, thick layers of stain are prone to peeling, cracking, and blistering as they struggle to bond with the surface. 

Limewash and whitewash do not harm surfaces if you apply them correctly. Use on non-suitable surfaces can cause issues. For instance, applying limewash or whitewash to surfaces with existing sealants or incompatible materials may lead to poor adhesion or flaking. Also, harsh cleaning agents on limewashed or whitewashed surfaces can damage the finish. Proper preparation, application, and maintenance ensure that limewash and whitewash do not harm surfaces.

While it’s best to avoid exterior painting when it’s raining, you can still paint inside when the weather is wet. As long as the humidity and temperature inside your house are moderate enough to allow paint to dry properly and your room is properly ventilated, it’s perfectly fine to tackle an indoor painting project even if it’s raining cats and dogs outside.

You can paint a deck with either a roller or a brush, but rollers are more common because they’re faster. There are benefits to using a brush, though. Brushes offer more control than rollers, so it’s a worthwhile route if you don’t mind spending more time on the job. The fastest way to paint a deck is with a sprayer, but they’re more expensive than rollers and brushes and more likely to result in an uneven coat.

It’s best to prime composite decking before painting. This promotes better paint adhesion, helps create a smooth finish, and can mean the paint job will last longer. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for application, allow ample primer drying time before painting (typically 24 to 48 hours), and thoroughly clean the deck boards to promote the best adhesion.

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