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Quality Finishes Arbogast Painting

204 Meadows Lane
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Quality Finishes Arbogast Painting

204 Meadows Lane
5.00(
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Approved Pro
14 local quotes requested
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Quality Finishes Painting LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"It was a very pleasant experience having him working in my house. My doors look great. My walls look great outside. Banister redone was very pleased with the job that was done. Ivan was very professional."

Sam T on September 2025

Quality Finishes Painting LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"It was a very pleasant experience having him working in my house. My doors look great. My walls look great outside. Banister redone was very pleased with the job that was done. Ivan was very professional."

Sam T on September 2025


Erickson Handyman Service

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Erickson Handyman Service

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Emergency services offered

We are a small handyman service headquartered in Shelbyville, Illinois. Our service area extends to Effingham, Mattoon, Pana, Ramsey, and more. We do both interior and exterior work, including tree trimming, cleanup, pressure washing, painting, drywalling, trim, cabinetry, small remodels, and more.

We are a small handyman service headquartered in Shelbyville, Illinois. Our service area extends to Effingham, Mattoon, Pana, Ramsey, and more. We do both interior and exterior work, including tree trimming, cleanup, pressure washing, painting, drywalling, trim, cabinetry, small remodels, and more.


Ruepke's Restoration Services

300 W 1st St.
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Ruepke's Restoration Services

300 W 1st St.
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At RRS we work to give you 100 percent customer satisfaction with nearly all your home improvement needs. Siding, soffit, fascia, flooring, drywall, carpentry work, demo and much more. With 10+ years of experience turning your house into a home is our job. Contact Nick Ruepke at 618-310-6518 for a free quote today.

At RRS we work to give you 100 percent customer satisfaction with nearly all your home improvement needs. Siding, soffit, fascia, flooring, drywall, carpentry work, demo and much more. With 10+ years of experience turning your house into a home is our job. Contact Nick Ruepke at 618-310-6518 for a free quote today.



Filthy dirty

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Filthy dirty

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Pressure washing soft wash window cleaning driveways decks pretty much anything that needs cleaned we will clean it! Very hard working crew who never leaves a job unfinished or a customer unhappy!owner operated. 3 yrs of experience.

Pressure washing soft wash window cleaning driveways decks pretty much anything that needs cleaned we will clean it! Very hard working crew who never leaves a job unfinished or a customer unhappy!owner operated. 3 yrs of experience.



Professional Power Washing

Po Box 1716
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Professional Power Washing

Po Box 1716
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We offer pressure washing of residential and commercial buildings, concrete cleaning and sealing, heavy &farm equipment, fleet vehicles, cedar and log home refinishing along with decks and docks. Many years experience and fully insured.

We offer pressure washing of residential and commercial buildings, concrete cleaning and sealing, heavy &farm equipment, fleet vehicles, cedar and log home refinishing along with decks and docks. Many years experience and fully insured.


T R HomeWorks

210 S Marion Ave
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T R HomeWorks

210 S Marion Ave
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10 years of experience

Family owned and operated, community oriented general contractor/handyman company with 10+ years in the field. We offer a variety of services from simple outlet replacements to flooring, insulation, replacement windows, painting and much more. Competitive prices, flexible scheduling to work with your busy life and available payment plans for larger projects and frequently run specials to save our clients money and help them to realize their home project wish list.

Family owned and operated, community oriented general contractor/handyman company with 10+ years in the field. We offer a variety of services from simple outlet replacements to flooring, insulation, replacement windows, painting and much more. Competitive prices, flexible scheduling to work with your busy life and available payment plans for larger projects and frequently run specials to save our clients money and help them to realize their home project wish list.


"no-show, no call, two days in a row."

Joi O on April 2022

Call cause we do it all..! 10% off all asphalt roofs through June.. 5% off all treated decks.!

"no-show, no call, two days in a row."

Joi O on April 2022


Harry the Handyman

2239 E. 1900 N. Rd.
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Harry the Handyman

2239 E. 1900 N. Rd.
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24 years of experience

I'm a sole proprietor. On very rare occasion, I may need to sub-contract a portion of your repairs. I'm centrally located along the shores of Lake Shelbyville, my shop is just SE of Findlay. Generally, we will discuss payment. It largely depends on the scope of the project. You and I will sit down and discuss completion goals, and if a large project, payment may be required in measurable and pre approved stages.

I'm a sole proprietor. On very rare occasion, I may need to sub-contract a portion of your repairs. I'm centrally located along the shores of Lake Shelbyville, my shop is just SE of Findlay. Generally, we will discuss payment. It largely depends on the scope of the project. You and I will sit down and discuss completion goals, and if a large project, payment may be required in measurable and pre approved stages.

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

If you’re deciding between limewash versus whitewash, know that both have a chalky matte appearance. Limewash is made from lime, water, and sometimes pigment, while whitewash consists of lime, water, white chalk, and binders (though you can get a similar look with watered-down white paint). Whitewash has fewer options for color customization, and it sits on surfaces instead of being absorbed into them, which can trap moisture. Whitewashing costs less—about $1.40 to $4.20 per square foot.

Pressure-treated wood can not only be painted and stained, but it should be; doing so will help to prevent surface or deck board cracking. Allow the wood to dry out before painting it, as pressure-treated wood from the hardware store takes longer to dry than kiln-dried lumber. If water beads on the surface, it needs additional time to dry—in fact, it can take weeks or even months to fully dry. As soon as the wood absorbs water on the surface, it is ready to be painted or stained.

If your biggest concern is making sure your deck doesn’t show dirt, opt for a darker neutral color that blends in well with your surrounding landscape. A rich brown or dark grey are both good options that work with a variety of house colors. A high-quality acrylic paint is easy to clean and maintain, so it might be worth spending the money on.

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.

Beyond liquid rubber, homeowners can use sealants, stains, membranes, or tapes as waterproofing options. Oil-based or water-based sealants soak into the wood, creating a moisture-resistant barrier. Waterproofing stains—available in transparent, semi-transparent, and solid colors—add both protection and style to your deck. For heavy-duty waterproofing, deck membranes and waterproof tapes can be applied under the deck boards to direct water away from the structure below. Whatever method you choose, clean and prep the deck first to ensure the best, longest-lasting results.

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