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Gerlyn Services, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Geneva, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Gerlyn to rebuild our deck, replacing old wood with composite material. Angel and his crew were very professional in their approach to the job and made sure they did everything right. The deck is beautiful, and frankly more solid than before. The price was very reasonable, they started the project within a week of our agreement, and were on the job 8 to 5 every day until the project was completed. I will gladly turn to Gerlyn Services for my home improvement projects in the future."
Stain
Composite deck
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ten Home
5.0(
82
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Serving Geneva, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Ten Home installed and waterproofed a new upper deck floor and also primed and painted the enclosed patio below.. In addition I had some trim work cleaned up and painted. Looking forward to working with Ten Home again for more home projects."
Fireplace renovation
Exterior door repaint
Kitchen/Living room update
Exterior powerwashing
Exterior painting - porch - trim - stairs

+536

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Preemo Painting & Repairs Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Geneva, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The work was performed to my satisfaction - it was meticulously done and I felt that they did not rush the job. They came on at least 3 occasions to put the layers of stain and the final polyurethane coat. They even found that the top of my front door wood trim had never ben stained and they offered to stain it for free. They are courteous, professional and clean up their tools and supplies before they leave for the day. Highly recommend this painter."
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+6

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tadashi Painting
4.9(
45
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Serving Geneva, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had some drywall repair work where our ceiling had gotten wet, then painting in 2 bathrooms where the paint was old and mold hard to control. The repair work is great and the whole area looks like new. Great attention to detail in the bathrooms, they look better than ever. The crew was great about covering floors and areas where dust or paint drips could fall. They asked good questions and took care of all concerns. We will have them back - more to do in an older house."
Coupon
Replace cedar siding
Refurbished Front Door
Wood Work
Finished Garage

+14

Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Perfect Work Remodeling & Repairs
5.0(
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Serving Geneva, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It went great. The posts had to be tied into some angular non-traditional stairs. I could not figure out the cut, and I never did railings before so I decided I needed a professional. It was a small job only 3 steps but important and detailed. I had difficulty finding someone who wanted to take it on. Mike was very willing and confident he could do it. I was confident in Mike also, and was not even home when he was doing most of the work. Mike kept me informed with photos throughout the project. Final result looks great and is nice and strong. I highly recommend."
Deck Rot Goes Through Home
Deck Restored and completed with every detail done with best practice and exceeding building codes.
The white piece along the deck is a 2nd flashing.   With cedar siding, wicking can be a problem.
Deck Rot Goes Through Home
Deck Rot Goes Through Home

+52

Response time7 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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Five Star Painting of Yorkville
4.7(
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Serving Geneva, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were good. They cleaned. They didn't leave a mess. They did what they needed to and they were gone. You know, took a quick time. It was good. They called me right back. They came when they said."
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+6

Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Bazan Painting Projects
4.7(
58
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Serving Geneva, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ray and his team delivered as promised for one day project completed in about 1/2 day (amazing!). They completed the ceiling painting project of 1st floor, tall hallway, and 2nd floor landing in record time. Two coat application, repair for condensation leak, plastering/hand sanding to smooth out shadows from overhead joists/2nd floor. Ceiling is nice and smooth. Prep work was incredible; plastic sheeting everywhere. Final review to touch up a few spots prior to payment. Cleaned up area. Two-year warranty should there be a reemergence of stains covered with ProBlocker. Other contractors vetted would require 2-days, no or 1 year warranty, and in many cases only provide one coat of paint for higher price. Ray visited at start to prep Felix and the crew on finer details. Ended up costing less than originally quoted; no excess materials."
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+27

Response time2 days
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Many decking oils can help slow down algae growth, but they don't completely stop it. These oils work by sealing the wood, which reduces moisture and, therefore, algae growth. Some decking oils also help protect against UV damage, but they need to be reapplied according to the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure the decking stays protected.

You’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.

Staining a deck with a rag is typically a better option than using a brush, as it helps the stain penetrate deeper into the wood. However, both brushes and rags are best reserved for detailed work because using these tools on an entire deck can require tediously crawling around on your hands and knees. A pad applicator, sprayer, or roller are preferred alternatives to applying stain over the majority of a deck. Use a rag for railings and other detailed work, and let the wood soak up as much of the stain as possible before wiping away drips or pools.

Choosing the right product involves understanding deck material, desired finish, and local weather conditions. Opt for high-quality, weatherproof formulations ensuring long-term durability and appearance retention.

In most cases, sanding an old deck before staining it is necessary to achieve a decent finish. If your old deck has a relatively new stain finish on it and you're only doing touch-ups, you can generally skip the sanding part. However, if your goal is to make the deck look and function better, sanding first is a must. 

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