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Avatar for Castle Construction and Framing
Castle Construction and Framing
4.9(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Rockford, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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"I had a very fast response when I put in for the project. He was very open to the work I wanted done and showed up everyday to get the job done. The deck looks amazing and way better than before. Would definately hire Castle Construction and Frame again if needed. Picture added from old to new."
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Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Rockford Outdoor Contractors
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Rockford, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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"Jesse and Kyle were very knowledgeable and made it an easy decision to use them for my home. The work was efficiently done and done with pride. I will use them again and would recommend them as well."
Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Best Choice Drywall and Painting
New to Angi
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Rockford, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Emergency services offered

Alpharo 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.

Response time9 hrs
Lake Country HomeWorx
New to Angi
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Rockford, IL and surrounding areas

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Hi, I’m Hunter, owner of Lake Country HomeWorx. We’re a locally owned and operated home service company proudly serving Lake Country and surrounding Wisconsin communities. We specialize in professional power washing, painting, staining, exterior cleaning, property maintenance, and a wide range of home improvement services.\n\nOur goal is simple: provide reliable, high-quality work with honest communication and attention to detail. Whether it’s restoring curb appeal, maintaining your property, or tackling projects you’ve been putting off, we take pride in treating every home like it’s our own.\n\nWe believe homeowners shouldn’t need to call five different contractors for one property. From decks, docks, driveways, and siding to repairs, cleanup, hauling, and general exterior projects, we’re here to help with all types of home service needs.\n\nFully insured. Local. Professional. All projects considered.\n

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Progressive Restoration
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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 Rockford, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Progresive Restoration did a great job on our condo building. Marcus and his team are extremely hard-working and communicate often. There was never any confusion about our project and they paid attention to every detail from when they started on the estimate to completing the job. Overall great experience working with Progressive Restoration."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Applying too much sealer to a deck might seem like extra protection, but it can cause more harm than good. Wood is a porous material with a limited capacity to absorb liquids. When you go overboard with sealer, the excess can't soak in and instead forms a film on the surface. This leftover layer is prone to peeling, cracking, and trapping moisture, ultimately defeating the purpose of sealing in the first place. 

Yes, you must thoroughly clean your deck before staining. If you don't, dirt, debris, grease, and mildew can get trapped between the wood and the new stain. This not only looks unsightly but also prevents the stain from penetrating the wood properly, reducing its ability to protect the deck from weather and UV rays. As a result, the stain won't last as long or look as good. Any existing mold or mildew left untreated can continue to grow beneath the new stain, potentially leading to wood rot and structural damage. Always wait at least 48 hours after cleaning for the wood to dry completely before applying stain.

You can apply stain over peeling stain, but it’s not a good idea. Your old stain will get in the way of your new stain bonding to the wood, so you’re likely going to see the same issue again shortly after application. Your best option is to sand off the old stain and clean the surface thoroughly before applying new stain.

There are deck restoration products and oil-based wood stains that can help bring back some of the color and shine to your faded Trex decking. However, if your boards are suffering from serious fading due to UV rays or chemical cleaning products, don’t expect miracles. Also, these products are only suitable for use on the older Trex boards, not the capped, second-generation Trex products. 

A wood deck requires annual cleaning and regular inspections for loose or broken boards, nails, and screws. It should be refinished by applying a stain or sealer every two to three years to protect the wood from water damage, rot, mildew, and sun fading. The exact frequency can depend on the climate and the deck's exposure to sun and moisture. If your deck is painted, it will need repainting approximately every 10 years. Signs that your deck needs refinishing include faded, splintering, or warping boards.

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