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Q: How often should you treat your wood deck?

• <div><p>You should treat your deck with stain or sealer every two to three years to ensure it stays durable and protected from the elements. If you have a painted deck, we suggest repainting it every 10 years. You should clean your deck annually and inspect it for loose or damaged boards, screws, and nails. By maintaining your wood deck, you ensure its longevity, durability, and appearance.</p></div>

Q: How long after power washing can you paint?

• <div><p>You&rsquo;ll need to wait until the surface is completely dry, which can take anywhere from 24 to 48 hours under optimal conditions. The waiting period depends on several factors, including the type of siding and the weather conditions. Trying to paint before the surface is completely dry can trap moisture under the paint, leading to bubbling, blistering, and mold growth.</p></div>

Q: How long should I wait between coats?

• <div><p>When applying multiple coats, wait<b> four to six hours</b> for each coat to dry. Not waiting long enough can result in streaks, peeling, and uneven color. Plus, it will be more difficult to discern where the second coat has already been applied.</p></div>

Q: What is the best time of day to paint outside?

• <div><p>While the answer varies based on weather, 10 a.m. is a good time to start painting. The dew will have dried, meaning there&rsquo;s no moisture on the house, and the temperature will likely be moderate and the sunlight less direct. Starting mid-morning should also give you enough daylight and pleasant weather to work on the job for several hours.</p></div>

Q: Can I paint over old paint on my porch?

• <div><p>Whether you can paint over your existing paint depends on what&rsquo;s on there. Most of the time, you&rsquo;ll want to sand down or scrape off the paint that&rsquo;s currently coating your surface. Epoxy paint, for example, won&rsquo;t let new paint stick to the surface. Latex paint is more forgiving and will accept a new coat, but a primer is recommended if you&rsquo;re switching colors.</p></div>

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Last update on January 18, 2026

Reviewed in September 2025
Showed up on time and quickly cleaned the carpet at the agreed upon price. Very professional and very knowledgeable. I would recommend Country Charm to all my family and friends. JB
Country Charm Carpet Cleaning Service
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Reviewed in May 2025
I recently had Mike from the Loft completely update a 30 year old, outdated and ugly bathroom. It was a complete redo. The whole bathroom needed to be gutted. The planning of everything was a bit overwhelming with so many choices to make about flooring, faucets, fixtures, tiling, etc. Mike made...
The Loft Remodeling and Architectural Salvage, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2024
No gimmicks. Good quality. Cleaned up after. Nicely done with experience and care.
Five Star Bath Solutions of Phoenix AZ
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Reviewed in June 2024
I called wanting to get a quote on some windows for my house. After I submitted a request online to get a quote, someone from the office was calling me within 10 minutes to set up an appointment to come meet with my husband and myself. The salesman that came to our house was very professional...
Mad City Windows & Baths
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Reviewed in December 2023
They were extremely prompt and very quick in installing my EV charging station. Every was left clean with clear documentation and instructions.
Richard Biechler Electric, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2023
After contemplating WHICH company to hire for our much-needed siding, fascia, gutters, soffits, for our home project. We sat down with a total of 6 different companies when hiring someone THIS important and not CHEAP you HAVE to be vigilante and do your due diligence. We needed to compare...
M&M Home Remodeling Services
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Reviewed in September 2022
We recently hired Territory Painting, to stain the exterior siding, decking, soffits and fascia of our home in the Galena Territory. Based on the work he did, we feel we can recommend him with total confidence. We were looking for someone who would meet our high expectations and Timâ s prep...
Territory Painting
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Reviewed in October 2020
Did a real nice job on tree removal and clean up of the yard.
Jarret Bauman Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2020
Colby was very efficient, clean, and quick to answer my questions and concerns.
Heartland Mechanical Contracting, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2020
Mike the owner is very pleasant, knowledgeable, reasonable and honest. He didnt charge extra for a couple extra work he did on our pond cleaning service.
M D Landscaping & Design, Inc.
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