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Patrick Romero

5.00(
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Patrick Romero

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

Patrick Romero 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 rental properties and Patrick has painted three rooms, painted two doors, replaced trim, replaced a light, replaced a light switch, replaced flooring in one room, replaced joist under the floor, removed three trees, removed vines under siding and then replaced siding back. With Patrickâ s expertise I was able to get my properties back on the market within reasonable timeframe. Will call him to continue other repairs and recommend to family and friends."

Barbara R on December 2023

Patrick Romero 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 rental properties and Patrick has painted three rooms, painted two doors, replaced trim, replaced a light, replaced a light switch, replaced flooring in one room, replaced joist under the floor, removed three trees, removed vines under siding and then replaced siding back. With Patrickâ s expertise I was able to get my properties back on the market within reasonable timeframe. Will call him to continue other repairs and recommend to family and friends."

Barbara R on December 2023

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College Works Painting - Illinois

4.42(
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College Works Painting - Illinois

4.42(
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Customers say: Super punctual
32 years of experience

College Works Painting is not only the #1 ranked internship program for college students, but also provides professional, high-quality painting services to homeowners. Our skilled student teams handle everything from exterior painting to detailed interior projects, ensuring a 5-star experience. Homeowners can trust our commitment to excellence, with services that enhance curb appeal and increase property value. While our interns gain invaluable business and leadership experience, your home receives the care and attention it deserves. Call today to discover how College Works Painting combines professional service with community impact.

"It was a pleasure working with Spencer Beebe, who was very communicative and clear. The work was done very well!"

Jeffrey Z on June 2024

College Works Painting is not only the #1 ranked internship program for college students, but also provides professional, high-quality painting services to homeowners. Our skilled student teams handle everything from exterior painting to detailed interior projects, ensuring a 5-star experience. Homeowners can trust our commitment to excellence, with services that enhance curb appeal and increase property value. While our interns gain invaluable business and leadership experience, your home receives the care and attention it deserves. Call today to discover how College Works Painting combines professional service with community impact.

"It was a pleasure working with Spencer Beebe, who was very communicative and clear. The work was done very well!"

Jeffrey Z on June 2024

Brooks Creek Cedar

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Brooks Creek Cedar

4.47(
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Customers say: Quality work
25 years of experience

Brooks Creek is a family-owned and operated company specializing in custom cedar fencing, decks, pergolas, arbors, and trellises. In addition, we also install high-quality aluminum and vinyl fencing along with composite and vinyl decking. For the builders and customers who want to "do-it-yourself" we offer custom beams, timbers, and reclaimed lumber. Our primary service region covers Central Illinois. We are a third generation fencing company with our roots tracing back to the early 1940's. Brooks Creek strives to offer the finest products at affordable prices.

"We have used Brook's Creek on two different fencing jobs. The first was an aluminum fence for our dog 40' x 100' in the back. The second was a cedar fence down the property line. The crew chief was the same on both jobs and he, as well as the workers, were very professional as well as working fast and continuously. They cleaned up after the job and helped with the dirt removed from the post holes. I highly recommend this company! I have recommended this company to 3 of the neighbors in our addition and all there have purchased fencing from them."

Jon W on February 2023

Brooks Creek is a family-owned and operated company specializing in custom cedar fencing, decks, pergolas, arbors, and trellises. In addition, we also install high-quality aluminum and vinyl fencing along with composite and vinyl decking. For the builders and customers who want to "do-it-yourself" we offer custom beams, timbers, and reclaimed lumber. Our primary service region covers Central Illinois. We are a third generation fencing company with our roots tracing back to the early 1940's. Brooks Creek strives to offer the finest products at affordable prices.

"We have used Brook's Creek on two different fencing jobs. The first was an aluminum fence for our dog 40' x 100' in the back. The second was a cedar fence down the property line. The crew chief was the same on both jobs and he, as well as the workers, were very professional as well as working fast and continuously. They cleaned up after the job and helped with the dirt removed from the post holes. I highly recommend this company! I have recommended this company to 3 of the neighbors in our addition and all there have purchased fencing from them."

Jon W on February 2023

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High Tech Home Warranties

4.37(
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High Tech Home Warranties

4.37(
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Customers say: Terrific value
17 years of experience

We are a one stop shop for all your home warranty needs. Our upbeat and friendly support team is always at your fingertips to respond to questions about your warranty 365 days a year! Emergency claims will be addressed within 24 hours from time claim is submitted and non-emergency claims will be addressed within 48 hours Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm. During nights and weekends non-emergency claims will not receive a call back until the next business day. Our service call deductibles range from $65 - $75.

"I had a bad computer board in my oven. they said they would not cover it because they found a roach. This is Florida we have some roaches. i do not have a bug problem. It has nothing to do with a bad computer board. This company looks for a way to deny claims. i had one other claim and they tried to deny it as well. Save yourself some agravation and stay away. They must post their own positive reviews. They took my $65.00 fee and did nothing"

marc g on August 2018

We are a one stop shop for all your home warranty needs. Our upbeat and friendly support team is always at your fingertips to respond to questions about your warranty 365 days a year! Emergency claims will be addressed within 24 hours from time claim is submitted and non-emergency claims will be addressed within 48 hours Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm. During nights and weekends non-emergency claims will not receive a call back until the next business day. Our service call deductibles range from $65 - $75.

"I had a bad computer board in my oven. they said they would not cover it because they found a roach. This is Florida we have some roaches. i do not have a bug problem. It has nothing to do with a bad computer board. This company looks for a way to deny claims. i had one other claim and they tried to deny it as well. Save yourself some agravation and stay away. They must post their own positive reviews. They took my $65.00 fee and did nothing"

marc g on August 2018

THE HANDYMAN SERVICE

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THE HANDYMAN SERVICE

4.44(
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Customers say: Quick response
27 years of experience

The Handyman Service has been doing business in the Morris, IL. area for 9 years. The business moved here from Tulsa Ok. and has been building a customer base since. With over 35 years experience in roofing and remodeling, including kitchen and bathroom remodels. We enjoy what we do and what we do gets results for you.

"late every time, worse work I've ever seen, refuses to take credit for it. renamed his company to THI with # 815-333-7183. Gotta spend hours fixing his bad work now. This is definitely a new guy that took over an old company name from 2017."

Tyler G on October 2024

The Handyman Service has been doing business in the Morris, IL. area for 9 years. The business moved here from Tulsa Ok. and has been building a customer base since. With over 35 years experience in roofing and remodeling, including kitchen and bathroom remodels. We enjoy what we do and what we do gets results for you.

"late every time, worse work I've ever seen, refuses to take credit for it. renamed his company to THI with # 815-333-7183. Gotta spend hours fixing his bad work now. This is definitely a new guy that took over an old company name from 2017."

Tyler G on October 2024

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Central Roofing

5.00(
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Central Roofing

5.00(
6
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a locally owned & operated company that performs all exterior work on commercial and residential properties. No payment due until completion. We give $250 for residential project referrals and $500 for commercial project referrals. We are very skilled and experienced in the insurance claim process and offer free inspections and consultations.

"dave is very nice, pleasant, Honest. goes beyond. He &the crew, did very professional work, very clean. protected everything. when completed couldn't even tell work had been done , except a very even , straight. roof. Great job guys!!!"

Lynette S on June 2019

We are a locally owned & operated company that performs all exterior work on commercial and residential properties. No payment due until completion. We give $250 for residential project referrals and $500 for commercial project referrals. We are very skilled and experienced in the insurance claim process and offer free inspections and consultations.

"dave is very nice, pleasant, Honest. goes beyond. He &the crew, did very professional work, very clean. protected everything. when completed couldn't even tell work had been done , except a very even , straight. roof. Great job guys!!!"

Lynette S on June 2019

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Dillman Brothers Contracting Inc

4.34(
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Dillman Brothers Contracting Inc

4.34(
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Customers say: Terrific value
53 years of experience

The Dillman Brothers is a commercial and residential builder, renovator, repairer and installer of roofs, siding, windows, garage doors, gutters, screen rooms, handrails, retractable screens and more with locations in Urbana, IL and Bloomington, IL who has been serving Champaign, IL, Bloomington, IL, Peoria, IL and their surrounding areas since 1972. Additional DBA - The Renovators. Additional contact name - Scott Dillman. Additional service areas: Paxton, Fisher & Tuscola

"Installed roof on new construction home. 1 yr later several problems and signs of leaking. The roof has many low nails, some very low nails and some of those are blown all the way through. There are shingles missing right at the valley and have been missing for a while, the felt is not black at all anymore. There are probably 40 holes through the shingles where the siding installers nailed their pump jacks through the roof. There is a snow valley on the west side of the home where the valley is backwards allowing water to run underneath the snow valley. There are several face nails throughout the roof that were never sealed. There are a few face nails that serve no purpose where someone may have shot a nail gun on accident and did not replace the shingle. Overall the roof has many areas that need addressed. Contractor not taking responsibility. Would NEVER recommend!!"

Lynette M on June 2018

The Dillman Brothers is a commercial and residential builder, renovator, repairer and installer of roofs, siding, windows, garage doors, gutters, screen rooms, handrails, retractable screens and more with locations in Urbana, IL and Bloomington, IL who has been serving Champaign, IL, Bloomington, IL, Peoria, IL and their surrounding areas since 1972. Additional DBA - The Renovators. Additional contact name - Scott Dillman. Additional service areas: Paxton, Fisher & Tuscola

"Installed roof on new construction home. 1 yr later several problems and signs of leaking. The roof has many low nails, some very low nails and some of those are blown all the way through. There are shingles missing right at the valley and have been missing for a while, the felt is not black at all anymore. There are probably 40 holes through the shingles where the siding installers nailed their pump jacks through the roof. There is a snow valley on the west side of the home where the valley is backwards allowing water to run underneath the snow valley. There are several face nails throughout the roof that were never sealed. There are a few face nails that serve no purpose where someone may have shot a nail gun on accident and did not replace the shingle. Overall the roof has many areas that need addressed. Contractor not taking responsibility. Would NEVER recommend!!"

Lynette M on June 2018

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Pride Decorating

5.00(
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Pride Decorating

5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Residential and Commercial Painter with 21 years experience. Interior Painting, Drywall and Plaster Repair, Staining, Varnishing, Wall Paper Removal. We can do small jobs to large jobs!

Residential and Commercial Painter with 21 years experience. Interior Painting, Drywall and Plaster Repair, Staining, Varnishing, Wall Paper Removal. We can do small jobs to large jobs!

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

A properly applied coat of stain will last between 3 and 8 years, depending on your climate. If you live in a place where your fence experiences a lot of moisture or high heat, your stain will last for a shorter period than in more temperate conditions. We recommend reapplying stain every 3 to 5 years to keep your wood in good condition.

The staining or painting process involves cleaning the deck, sanding surfaces, applying a primer (if needed), and carefully applying stain or paint for an even, lasting finish.

It’s necessary for paint to completely dry before exposure to rain, and that drying time varies by the type of paint used. Oil-based paint takes 6 to 8 hours to dry on average, meaning that’s the minimum time needed between the last brush stroke and the first raindrop. Latex paint dries faster at around 1 hour, and acrylic paint is even quicker, usually drying in about 30 minutes. If rain is in the forecast, check the paint manufacturer's details before laying on a new coat. 

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.

Painting a damaged pool deck is not recommended if the substrate is crumbling, cracking, spalling, or otherwise actively deteriorating. Continuing deterioration will result in the paint also delaminating or flaking off the damaged surface. Minor damage such as chips or hairline cracks that are not actively deteriorating can often be repaired enough to paint over. A damaged pool deck with a lot of cracking and deterioration should be replaced for best results.

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