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John B Ventures LLC

4.88(
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John B Ventures LLC

4.88(
213
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
1 years of experience

Project maintenance and installation - John B Ventures LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"John was incredibly responsive and helpful. He accommodated my schedule and worked with me on a non straightforward project. He suggested solutions that recognized budget and approach. He was very diligent and helpful. "

Reid B on December 2025

Project maintenance and installation - John B Ventures LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"John was incredibly responsive and helpful. He accommodated my schedule and worked with me on a non straightforward project. He suggested solutions that recognized budget and approach. He was very diligent and helpful. "

Reid B on December 2025


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MQ Painting

4.99(
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MQ Painting

4.99(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 years of experience

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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Mars Painting

4.90(
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Mars Painting

4.90(
21
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
34 years of experience

Mars Painting is a painting contractor / painter serving the Waukegan, IL area since 1992. We specialize in interior and exterior painting services, staining, cabinet painting, and more! We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Mario and his team did an excellent job. The crew was prompt, professional, flexible and friendly. They helped making color choices and changes. The painting /staining and cedar wood siding repair was professional. Mario always returned my calls and came on site."

kim h on July 2025

Mars Painting is a painting contractor / painter serving the Waukegan, IL area since 1992. We specialize in interior and exterior painting services, staining, cabinet painting, and more! We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Mario and his team did an excellent job. The crew was prompt, professional, flexible and friendly. They helped making color choices and changes. The painting /staining and cedar wood siding repair was professional. Mario always returned my calls and came on site."

kim h on July 2025


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Juan P. Painting

4.87(
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Juan P. Painting

4.87(
61
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 years of experience

Juan P. Painting has a single mission: Complete Customer Satisfaction! We strongly believe in giving our customers the most for their money. We work with only the highest quality materials and experienced, licensed professionals. We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience.

"Great job, reasonably priced. Did a really nice job and cleaned up afterwards. I rarely leave reviews but this professional was so amazing that I have to let everyone know!"

William R on November 2025

Juan P. Painting has a single mission: Complete Customer Satisfaction! We strongly believe in giving our customers the most for their money. We work with only the highest quality materials and experienced, licensed professionals. We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience.

"Great job, reasonably priced. Did a really nice job and cleaned up afterwards. I rarely leave reviews but this professional was so amazing that I have to let everyone know!"

William R on November 2025


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Las Mela's Painting Co.

4.94(
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Las Mela's Painting Co.

4.94(
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Customers say: Quick response
13 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Las Mela's Painting Company. 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.

"I own an old beautiful building in Chicago that has all plaster walls . It's very hard to find a team that will take on plaster and do it well. Las Mela's and the team were on time and very efficient in fixing a hole in the ceiling due to plumbing issues. Our tenants did not have to wait weeks to get a new ceiling in their bathroom. The work was extremely professional. Highly recommend this company."

Tamara b on January 2026

Las Mela's Painting Company. 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.

"I own an old beautiful building in Chicago that has all plaster walls . It's very hard to find a team that will take on plaster and do it well. Las Mela's and the team were on time and very efficient in fixing a hole in the ceiling due to plumbing issues. Our tenants did not have to wait weeks to get a new ceiling in their bathroom. The work was extremely professional. Highly recommend this company."

Tamara b on January 2026


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MD Fine Touch Painters, LLC

5.00(
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MD Fine Touch Painters, LLC

5.00(
17
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Marcus and his crew were fantastic and worked quickly. They were a reasonable price as well. I would definitely hire his crew again. "

Aaron M on January 2026

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Marcus and his crew were fantastic and worked quickly. They were a reasonable price as well. I would definitely hire his crew again. "

Aaron M on January 2026


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Home-Pro Handyman

5.00(
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Home-Pro Handyman

5.00(
12
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
36 years of experience

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your (PWC) needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Matt is good with communication. Did work for a fair price."

Paul D on April 2024

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your (PWC) needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Matt is good with communication. Did work for a fair price."

Paul D on April 2024


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House Doctors of Northern Illinois

5.00(
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House Doctors of Northern Illinois

5.00(
12
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Approved Pro
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At House Doctors of Northern Illinois, we provide reliable, professional handyman and home remodeling services designed to make maintaining and improving your home easy and stress-free. Whether you need small repairs, expert installations, or full-scale renovations, our skilled team delivers quality craftsmanship with honest communication and dependable service. We specialize in bathroom remodels, kitchen updates, basement finishing, tile installation, flooring, painting, carpentry, drywall repair, and general home maintenance. No project is too small—our goal is to help homeowners keep their properties safe, functional, and beautiful. Customers choose us for our timeliness, transparency, and commitment to doing the job right the first time. Every project is handled with care, attention to detail, and respect for your home. We are fully insured, provide upfront pricing, and stand behind our work.

"We used Eric and his team to give our house a complete face-lift...new kitchen, new bathrooms, wood floors, new doors, window framing, painting, can lights...I'm sure there is more that I am forgetting. They did AMAZING work! Eric and his guys are professional, the communication was great, the finishing touches elite, and the job was finished on the date he said it would be done (which is unheard of). I recommend Eric to all of my friends and I will continue to use him for projects that come up in our house. "

Brittany P on December 2025

At House Doctors of Northern Illinois, we provide reliable, professional handyman and home remodeling services designed to make maintaining and improving your home easy and stress-free. Whether you need small repairs, expert installations, or full-scale renovations, our skilled team delivers quality craftsmanship with honest communication and dependable service. We specialize in bathroom remodels, kitchen updates, basement finishing, tile installation, flooring, painting, carpentry, drywall repair, and general home maintenance. No project is too small—our goal is to help homeowners keep their properties safe, functional, and beautiful. Customers choose us for our timeliness, transparency, and commitment to doing the job right the first time. Every project is handled with care, attention to detail, and respect for your home. We are fully insured, provide upfront pricing, and stand behind our work.

"We used Eric and his team to give our house a complete face-lift...new kitchen, new bathrooms, wood floors, new doors, window framing, painting, can lights...I'm sure there is more that I am forgetting. They did AMAZING work! Eric and his guys are professional, the communication was great, the finishing touches elite, and the job was finished on the date he said it would be done (which is unheard of). I recommend Eric to all of my friends and I will continue to use him for projects that come up in our house. "

Brittany P on December 2025


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MNM Painting and Decorating

4.79(
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MNM Painting and Decorating

4.79(
19
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
Free onsite estimate

A FAMILY COMPANY The name of this company is created from the first letters of my daughters’ names. Just as I am proud of my children, we are proud to present a group of hard working employers, excellent service and reasonable prices. After you see our work, we hope you feel part of our family. We look forward to serving you and your family now and in the future. With over 19 years of experience in painting and decorating including textures, wallpapers and more. You’ll be involved in the process from beginning to end to ensure a quality finished product that exceeds your expectations.

"MNM Painting and Decorating did an amazing job. They are reliable, quick, affordable and use quality materials. No corners were cut. As a first time home buyer of a previous owned home, my property needed help. Guillermo came out provided a quote and consulted on the project. He was upfront honest and transparent. I highly recommend Guillermo and his team for your project needs. You won’t regret it. I now have peace of mind when I receive visitors and will be contacting them for other projects needs in the near future. This is a team you will want to keep."

Quandria B on December 2025

A FAMILY COMPANY The name of this company is created from the first letters of my daughters’ names. Just as I am proud of my children, we are proud to present a group of hard working employers, excellent service and reasonable prices. After you see our work, we hope you feel part of our family. We look forward to serving you and your family now and in the future. With over 19 years of experience in painting and decorating including textures, wallpapers and more. You’ll be involved in the process from beginning to end to ensure a quality finished product that exceeds your expectations.

"MNM Painting and Decorating did an amazing job. They are reliable, quick, affordable and use quality materials. No corners were cut. As a first time home buyer of a previous owned home, my property needed help. Guillermo came out provided a quote and consulted on the project. He was upfront honest and transparent. I highly recommend Guillermo and his team for your project needs. You won’t regret it. I now have peace of mind when I receive visitors and will be contacting them for other projects needs in the near future. This is a team you will want to keep."

Quandria B on December 2025


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Toro Total Construction LLC

4.92(
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Toro Total Construction LLC

4.92(
18
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Toro Total Construction LLC takes great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"In preparation for our driveway project, I had reached out to three construction companies. Alex with Toro Total construction was immediate in his response back, set up a time to come out personally to assess and give us a quote. His quote was fair and within our budget.. His timing and communication is excellent. He also took care of the headaches of getting the permits and oversaw personally our driveway project to completion. Even hand finished the surface, which was above and beyond."

Christine M on October 2024

Toro Total Construction LLC takes great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"In preparation for our driveway project, I had reached out to three construction companies. Alex with Toro Total construction was immediate in his response back, set up a time to come out personally to assess and give us a quote. His quote was fair and within our budget.. His timing and communication is excellent. He also took care of the headaches of getting the permits and oversaw personally our driveway project to completion. Even hand finished the surface, which was above and beyond."

Christine M on October 2024

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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. 

Whether you can paint over your existing paint depends on what’s on there. Most of the time, you’ll want to sand down or scrape off the paint that’s currently coating your surface. Epoxy paint, for example, won’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’re switching colors.

Your tool of choice ultimately comes down to personal preference. Many DIYers prefer applying stain with a lint-free rag, but others stick with a paint brush or a roller. Wipe the stain and work it into the wood, working with and against the grain. If you’re applying multiple coats, allow the stain to dry for around four hours between coats.

You can refresh a painted deck by either giving it a thorough cleaning or refinishing the deck altogether. Chipped or faded paint, as well as extensive damage, often calls for a new finish. To do this, remove the original coat of paint with a sander and add either a new coat of paint or a stain to protect the wood below.

Applying a sealer after staining is often recommended, especially for outdoor wood surfaces like decks or fences. It helps protect the wood from moisture, UV rays, and other elements, extending the life of the stain and preserving the wood's appearance. It also enhances the stain's durability and resistance to wear and tear. 

However, in some indoor applications, a sealer may not be necessary, depending on the type of stain used and the level of protection required. Always check the specific product recommendations and consider the wood's exposure and usage when deciding whether to apply a sealer after staining.

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