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Avatar for Dr. Paint, Inc.
Dr. Paint, Inc.
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+1 more

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our project involved removing wallpaper, that was painted over, painting trims, patching and covering some small tracks. We interviewed 4 companies and at the end we chose Dr Paint. They were professionals. Every day they would clean up, remove the trash. They worked on Saturday's so they can finish the job on a deadline we requested. And they did. The house looks great as a result of their work. I would recommend them to my family and friends. Great price and great job, we are very happy."
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Left side of the house

+118

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Lilian Touch Restoration Inc
Lilian Touch Restoration Inc
4.9(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+1 more

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Lilean Touch did a great job with our stucco repair. Based on our discussions, it was clear they knew what they were doing. They were able to get the job done quickly and cleaned up well. The stucco looks great -- they also patched up a hole that was causing seepage. Our agreement was that they would do the stucco and I would do the painting. I had an impossible time trying to find the right paint. When I called for advice they went the extra mile and ordered the paint and dropped it off at my house! I'll use them again in a heartbeat!"
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+437

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for Westwork Painting
Westwork Painting
5.0(
13
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+5 more

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ken is very professional to work with. Gave us an Angie's List discount. Responsive to my phonecall, but busy and the weather didn't cooperate, so it took a while before they were able to come out and do the work. The gentleman that did the work did a wonderful job and was a very nice and respectful person."
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for CertaPro Painters® of Chicago
CertaPro Painters® of Chicago
4.3(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+2 more

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They started the work and did it really good for the first two days, but the third  and fourth day it seems to me that they were running out of time and were working in a rush, so the work in the third floor was not the same quality than the first and second floor the first two days: a clean, careful and nice painting. I can not say the same about the painting in the third floor: too many details, a lamp hanging in the bathroom, power and light switches painted (which means they did not take them out), my wood floor splattered with paint. Maybe they estimated wrongly the time they needed  to have all the house painting. Other than that, they did a good job.
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+13

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Rodrigo's Painting 1 Inc.
Rodrigo's Painting 1 Inc.
4.6(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Rodrigo was polite and nice. He gave me a good price . He was prompt and the work looks great. I had a small walkout deck that needed to be cleaned and painted stained. I had it painted. Rodriguez explained to me the process and time He explained to me the paint and that it would provide protection for deck. I like being informed on time lines and process. The deck looks so great my neighbor ask for his number as well. I m very happy. I have several jobs that I plan to hire him. Thanks so much Rodrigo and home advisor for sending me a reliable person. I m a new , first time home owner and I m a bit nervous about everything. Glad now I have my Painting and etc company"
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+163

Response time4 hrs
Response rate93%
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
AllStar Painting & Contractor, LLC
4.6(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Hired AllStar Painting & Contractor to stain my 6' wood privacy fence. I'd started to do the job myself, but after starting the job and doing hours of work and nowhere near finished, realized I'd rather have a pro do the job. Johnel from AllStarcame to my house, reviewed my project, gave quote very promptly. His price was competitive with others who gave me a quote. Today, 2 painters showed up as promised 8am, and were FINISHED with the entire job in 4 hours! They were polite, neat, respoectful of my outdoor plants, did a wonderful job (better than I could have done, plus in much less time). They're pros! They have lots of experience, let them handle it! I would hire this pro again for an indoor painting project, and highly recommend them for s project similar to my project. Competitive pricing, they do a great job, are professional, neat and courteous."
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Residential

+35

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Painting questions, answered by experts

An exterior paint job typically lasts between 5 and 10 years, though this can range from 3 to 17 years depending on several factors. The longevity is influenced by the quality of the paint and primer, the quality of the application, the local climate, and the type of surface being painted. For example, paint on wood siding may need to be redone every 3 to 7 years, while painted brick can last up to 17 years. Aluminum siding often needs repainting every 5 years.

Shadowbox fence maintenance depends on the material. But for wood shadowbox fences, maintenance typically includes annual cleaning to prevent mold growth, resealing or staining every two to three years, and promptly replacing any damaged or rotted boards. Vinyl fencing, on the other hand, typically only requires annual cleaning with a hose to maintain its appearance.

Yes, you can limewash surfaces other than brick. Plaster, stone, stucco, and concrete can all also be limewashed. Any porous surface that will absorb the wash is a good candidate for limewash, although it won’t help much with waterproofing. If you choose to limewash over paint, you’ll need to prep before applying it to avoid a powdery, chalky finish. Shiny surfaces like metal or glass can’t absorb limewash, so it’s not suited for these.

Wood stain is typically dry to the touch within 6 to 12 hours, but it is not fully cured at this point. You should wait at least 24 hours before applying a second coat or a protective finish. For surfaces like decks, avoid walking on them for at least 24 to 48 hours, and wait even longer before placing furniture. The full curing process can take from 24 hours to one week, depending on the type of stain. Factors like high humidity and cold temperatures can extend drying and curing times, so it's wise to allow for extra time in these conditions.

Wood stain does go bad, but it will last in the can for between three and six years, provided you use proper storage techniques. Storing wood stain in open containers or in extremely low or high temperatures will cause your wood stain to become unusable much more quickly. Water- and latex-based wood stains typically last for just two to four years, while oil-based wood stains can last for three to six years.

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