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Avatar for MQ Painting
MQ Painting
4.9(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Third Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jose and his crew were amazing! Couldn’t be happier with the results. He was easy to contact and very responsive and informative. They were very professional and very detail oriented! I highly recommend MQ Painting to anyone looking to get their home painted!"
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mars Painting
4.9(
26
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Third Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A really great experience - our new go-to painter! We got a recommendation for this contractor at our local paint store because we were looking for specific expertise with masonry paint and limewash. The owner was responsive, solutions-driven, reasonable and timely. His whole team was professional - and we really appreciated their high quality work product and attention to detail. The whole team delivered exactly what we wanted…..our home looks so beautiful now!"
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18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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ALEX M PAINTING INC.
4.9(
18
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Third Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My daughter found Alex and referred him to us for an interior house painting project. The job included painting the ceilings and walls in three bedrooms, changing all the window trim from black to white, and repainting the basement ceiling, walls, closet door, and the inside of the shelves from black to white. The project was completed in three and a half days, exactly as outlined in the contract agreement. The quality of the painting work was very good, and we are happy with the results. The only issue was that one item was accidentally left out of the contract. However, once I pointed it out to Alex, he immediately agreed to take care of it. Overall, we had a positive experience and appreciated his willingness to make things right."
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+48

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pro Painting & Restoration Corp.
4.5(
1,570
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Third Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a great experience working with this company. They were prompt in their estimate and advice on what to do, and I appreciated the mention that, as I was pricing out new vinyl siding, we could paint our vinyl siding and save quite a bit of money. It only took around two weeks from first conversation to completing the work. We're very satisfied with the outcome and the ease of working with Pro Painting & Restoration. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for both vinyl siding painting and brick staining."
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Response time5 hrs
70 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Rey's Painting & Drywall LLC
5.0(
32
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Third Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"New in town renovating my daughters apartment these guys were excellent on time never asked for any money down carry up 20 sheets of drywall long hallway to the elevator, and then another long walk to the apartment door to the ninth floor very professional did not damage any door frames or doors or elevator. They even purchase Benjamin Moore paint to seal the drywall which I wasn’t expecting everything was top-notch work performed within three days as stated I would hire them again anytime even cleaned up their mess and vacuumed the floors."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
Avatar for MNM Painting and Decorating
MNM Painting and Decorating
4.7(
36
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+7 more

Serving Third Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Fantastic experience working with Guillermo and MNM Painting. They were prompt, friendly, and offered good advice on the project. The work was done far faster than I expected and I'm happy with the results. We had a board replaced on our siding, and wanted to just paint and match the board to the building without also repainting the entire building. It was a small, weird and high up project (3rd floor) and we're happy with how it came out. Our house no longer looks like a construction zone!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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Painting FAQs, answered by experts

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.

You can weather a new wood fence by applying vinegar with steel wool as a way to fade some of the coloring. You may also find it easier to stain your entire fence a new color instead of trying to get newer fence boards to match an older one.

For homes in areas with extreme weather, high heat, or intense sun exposure, high-quality acrylic paint is the best option. Acrylic paint is durable, resistant to both heat and cold, and provides a protective barrier with excellent UV resistance. For best results, look for acrylics that contain natural earth pigments, which are better suited for resisting sun damage. While oil-based paint is also durable, it can be prone to fading in high heat and can become too viscous to apply easily in cold temperatures. Additionally, choosing a neutral or light color like gray, beige, or white can help, as these colors absorb less heat than darker shades.

You can paint an old wooden fence, but make sure first to do a deep clean (ideally with a pressure washer) and inspect the fence for any existing damage. Painting over dirt and debris will cause your paint to peel. Once you’ve cleaned and repaired any minor issues, use a primer and high-quality satin paint.

Most gutter painting pros also specialize in complete home exterior painting. You may save by making your gutter painting part of the cost to paint the exterior of a house in its entirety. Many people have all parts of their home exterior painted simultaneously to keep everything looking equally fresh. Consider having walls, trim, porches, shutters, and doors painted as well.

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