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Avatar for HPO Painting
HPO Painting
4.9(
123
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving North Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a very nice job with our deck and exterior wood trim - everything looks great, including the wood repair and replacement. The crew were all professional and courteous, and did a thorough job, not rushing through anything just to get it done. Bottom line - we will be hiring HPO painting again to do some interior wall paper removal and painting for us."
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project

+18

Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for MQ Painting
MQ Painting
4.9(
87
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving North Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"MQ Painting was very professional in every aspect of the work they completed for us. They power washed every surface prior to painting. All surfaces were sanded or scraped as needed. Two coats of stain we applied to all surfaces. The garage doors were stripped, stained and varnished. The deck railings were completely replaced and painted on a very large deck. Originally, Jose thought only a portion of the railing spindles needed to be replaced. As the job proceeded it was apparent that all spindles and railing wood needed to be replaced. The only additional charge was for the materials, not for labor even though every spindle needed to be individually cut from larger pieces of lumber. MQ was the only painting contractor who bid on our paint job who was willing to do all the woodwork repairs needed on the deck. Other contractors said we'd need to have someone repair the deck and then they would paint it. We appreciated working with just one contractor. Their painting and carpentry work was top notch. All workers were neat, punctual and conscientious. All materials and tools were picked up and stored at the end of every work day. I discovered MQ Painting through Angie's List. I highly recommend MQ Painting and would absolutely hire them again."
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+3

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Preemo Painting & Repairs Inc.
Preemo Painting & Repairs Inc.
5.0(
20
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving North Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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
Avatar for TRINITY QUALITY PAINTING
TRINITY QUALITY PAINTING
5.0(
35
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving North Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our corporate offices needed new paint on most of the walls in the public access areas, as well as minor repairs  for surface nicks and gouges. The vinyl baseboard trim looked horrible from years of scuffs. We needed a  general makeover. We took four bids from local contractors;Trinity's proposal was very competitive and the company was able to meet our vendor credentialing requirements. All work had to be done outside of business hours which required granting Trinity total building access at all hours and weekends, so trust and reputation were also critical requirements on our project.
All work was performed withing the two-week window  for which we planned, and was done in an absolutely professional and workmanlike manner. All of the steel door/ frame painting was by spray, so great care was taken to mask and protect other areas from overspray.  The finish on the steel work is amazing...it's better than when it was new. The finished walls and trim look great. During business hours it was hard to tell that a major painting project was going on other than the wet-paint signs.  All equipment and dropcloths were always put away and the work area cleaned.
I am completely satisfied with the work done and gladly recommend that you consider hiring Trinity Quality Painting for your painting project. Angel Torres and his staff do a top-notch job, and I will certainly bring them back for the next phase of our building spruce-up.
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Steadfast Painting Solutions Corp
4.7(
101
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving North Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This is the second time we’ve used steadfast, they painted our deck summer 2018. If you are looking for a painting company that will do a perfect job that will last, hire steadfast. I was so happy with how our deck held up over the winter, I decided to have them paint the outside of our house. Anthony is so terrific to work with and all of his employees are polite and do a great job. My neighbor was so impressed by the work that they did, how nice the employees got along and talked to each other, she hired them to paint the outside of her house too!"
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+51

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MD Fine Touch Painters, LLC
5.0(
19
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving North Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Marcus and team did a great job staining our fence and power washing our house. Competitive and fair pricing! Marcus was extremely knowledgable about paint/stain products and what application would be best to get our desired results! Very timely in getting us on his calendar and the team was very professional! Hire them! You won’t be disappounted."
exterior projects
exterior projects
exterior projects
exterior projects
exterior projects

+12

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Avatar for Las Mela's Painting Co.
Las Mela's Painting Co.
4.7(
55
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving North Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jasmine and Angel were very well informed on painting, wood, power washing, carpentry. They were fast and efficient. The house, deck and railings look fabulous! They are very nice, friendly and have a strong work ethic. Las Mela's Painting is a winner and I will certainly hire again and refer them. Rich and Jan S. in Wauconda"
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+111

Response time6 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

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.

Hot, intense sunshine can cause your stain to dry too quickly, which could lead it to look uneven or patchy. If you’re staining the deck during hotter months, it’s best to do it in the morning or evening once the wood has had time to cool down. If you’re staining in cooler weather with less sunshine, the time of day won’t make as much of a difference.

The best paint for an older deck depends on the material and whether or not your deck already has a coat of paint. Generally, if your deck already has paint on it, you should choose the same type of paint when repainting the deck. For example, if an old deck has oil-based paint on it, stick with oil; if your deck has water-based paint, choose water-based paint. 

You can paint over old paint on a concrete porch. For the best results, you should first clean the surface and remove as much paint as you can. A power washer is helpful here, but you’ll also want to scrape as much of the old paint away as possible. Then you should prime the porch before repainting it.

Yes, staining or sealing a cedar deck or fence is highly recommended to extend its lifespan, typically by five to 10 years. While cedar is naturally resistant to mold and mildew, it can still fall victim to moisture, sun exposure, and rot over time. Applying a treatment creates a protective shield that helps prevent splintering, fading, and decay, preserving the wood's strength and appearance. A combination stain and sealer often provides the best protection, as it soaks into the wood grain rather than just sitting on top. This offers superior defense against UV damage and rot and lasts longer than a sealer alone. To maintain the wood's natural look, consider using a near-translucent stain. You should plan to reapply the stain or sealer every two to three years.

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