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Avatar for HPO Painting
HPO Painting
4.9(
126
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Port 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
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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MQ Painting
4.9(
87
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Port Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had MQ Painting paint the exterior of my house and garage and could not be happier. Did everything the right way! First came and power washed everything a few days before, then on first day of painting removed all old caulk and re-caulked, plus filled any holes. Gave everything 2 coats and on one part that was stain actually gave 3 coats. Original quote did not include foundation, soffit, gutters, front and rear stairs but Jose added those in at a reasonable price, so had those done too. Also painted chimney at no extra charge, On top of all this they completed the job in 2 days. Could tell from first time I had Jose come out to give me a quote he was very knowledgeable and passionate about his business and painting, which I really liked. I would not hesitate to recommend MQ Painting to anybody. I guarantee you will be happy with the quality of work and price you'll receive from MQ Painting."
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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 Port Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Absolutely wonderful! Anthony and his workers arrived on time and left the premises clean with everything picked up each day. They repaired loose siding and patched holes along with nailing where needed. They were delightful to work with and we highly recommend them to anyone needing painting/staining."
Left side of home before
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Front and right side of home after
Back elevation after

+6

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Yolis Cleaning and Painting Services
Yolis Cleaning and Painting Services
4.8(
48
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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 Port Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We messaged them late Monday evening and they were able to come out within a couple of hours to give us a quote. The cleaning was very thorough. We were very impressed with how well they did even with us having a husky that sheds a lot. They worked well with our dogs in the house. We felt comfortable leaving them in the house alone. They were very responsive and took notes on what we wanted done. We are putting our house on the market and after the deep clean feel it is market ready. We plan to use them again if we need maintenance cleans while our house is on the market."
Bartlett,
Bartlett,
Planfield, Drywall repair
Planfield, Drywall repair
Arlington Heights

+26

Response time2 days
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Sadot De la Paz Painting
4.8(
111
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Port Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"First, let me say that I was thrilled with the work this company did for us. Sadot was great at communicating with me. He showed up with his crew at 7:00 am, just as he promised, and had the whole project completed by 7:00 pm that same day. We had him remove all of the old cedar boards from our two large decks and replace them with new boards. I also had him install some new posts for a wall I later built on one side of the upper deck. They even did some additional work beefing up some of the deck structure to make the existing posts sturdier. They hauled away all of the old decking and everything was completely cleaned up before they left."
Preparing Area
garage
bathroom
living room molding replacement
deck before spray paint

+241

Response time1 day
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for TRINITY QUALITY PAINTING
TRINITY QUALITY PAINTING
5.0(
38
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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 Port Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Angel did a great job on refinishing my interior wood window frames on two large corner windows. On day one he came and stripped and put down the new stain. Let this dry out over the weekend and came back on Monday to apply the water based varnish. No bad fumes and a wonderful touch up job with the paint around the wood. I am very pleased with his work and will definitely contact him in the springtime for more work."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Avatar for MD Fine Touch Painters, LLC
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 Port 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(
56
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Port 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"
before
fence
fence/wood replacement
painted fence
painted fence

+111

Response time6 hrs
Response rate90%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Staining a deck is typically less expensive upfront than painting. The cost to stain a deck professionally averages around $850, with most homeowners paying between $550 and $1,250, depending on the deck's size. A DIY staining project can cost less than $100. The cost to paint a deck ranges from $500 to $2,000. While the initial cost of staining is lower, it's important to consider long-term expenses. Paint can last up to 10 years, whereas stain needs to be reapplied every few years, which could lead to higher costs over time.

The best way to protect a deck is to prevent damage from UV light, water, mold, mildew, insects, and abrasive cleaning methods. Sweep regularly to prevent debris that hides bugs and traps moisture that can result in mold or mildew growth. Use a deck cleaner once a year to remove algae, mold, and mildew. Avoid using pressure washers on high, as they can damage the wood. Applying a deck sealant can protect the wood from UV and water damage, and adding shade can also reduce sunlight damage.

Always wait until the morning dew has dried before you stain your deck. The stain needs a fully dry surface to sink into.

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.

Yes, you can and should paint or stain pressure-treated wood, as this helps prevent the surface from cracking. However, it is crucial to wait for the wood to dry out completely from the chemical treatment process before applying a finish. If the wood is still wet, the paint will not adhere properly. The drying time can range from weeks to six months. To test if the wood is ready, drip some water onto a board. If the water is absorbed, the wood is dry enough for painting or staining. If the water beads up on the surface, it needs more time to dry. You can build with the wood while it's still wet, but you must wait for it to dry before painting.

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