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HPO Painting
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Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Eric and his team did a fantastic job painting the exterior of our house! The estimate was reasonable and work was completed with quality. Eric paid close attention to details. He repaired some areas on the house where wood had rotted and it looks great. Eric was on site every day. He had good communication and was always responsive. I would definitely hire HPO Painting again."
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project

+18

Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Mars Painting
4.9(
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Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Such amazing work done by this team! Got our house painted and we couldn’t be happier with the results. They were so efficient and timely and the end product is beautiful and clean. Highly recommend!"
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Recommended by76%of homeowners
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MQ Painting
4.9(
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Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"MQ Painting was very professional in every aspect of the work they completed for us. They power washed every surface prior to painting. All surfaces were sanded or scraped as needed. Two coats of stain we applied to all surfaces. The garage doors were stripped, stained and varnished. The deck railings were completely replaced and painted on a very large deck. Originally, Jose thought only a portion of the railing spindles needed to be replaced. As the job proceeded it was apparent that all spindles and railing wood needed to be replaced. The only additional charge was for the materials, not for labor even though every spindle needed to be individually cut from larger pieces of lumber. MQ was the only painting contractor who bid on our paint job who was willing to do all the woodwork repairs needed on the deck. Other contractors said we'd need to have someone repair the deck and then they would paint it. We appreciated working with just one contractor. Their painting and carpentry work was top notch. All workers were neat, punctual and conscientious. All materials and tools were picked up and stored at the end of every work day. I discovered MQ Painting through Angie's List. I highly recommend MQ Painting and would absolutely hire them again."
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Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Preemo Painting & Repairs Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

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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."
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+6

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Yolis Cleaning and Painting Services
4.8(
43
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Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a superb painting job with excellent cleanup! They finished ahead of schedule and were a pleasure to deal with. I will hire them again if we have more rooms that need painting."
Bartlett,
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Planfield, Drywall repair
Planfield, Drywall repair
Arlington Heights

+26

Response time2 days
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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ALEX M PAINTING INC.
4.9(
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Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Alex M Painting FREE ESTIMATES\n\nWith 10+ years of expertise in Round Lake, Alex M Painting specializes in:\n?Interior/Exterior Painting?Cabinet Installation?Pressure Washing. roofing.\n\nReady to transform your space? Call (224) 419-1637 for a project quote today! ?Se habla Español!

Painting exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior

+18

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Las Mela's Painting Co.
4.7(
55
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Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great communication on project timeline. They were timely and courteous. Quality of work was outstanding! Power washed the deck and stairs and replaced fence panels and painted. They also trimmed garage and post. House now has a fresh new look!"
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painted fence

+111

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

Aftercare includes routine cleaning, checking for water repellency, and promptly addressing any chips or peels, maintaining the deck's appearance and functionality.

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.

Applying a sealer or topcoat after staining wood is highly recommended, though not always strictly required. A sealer protects the wood from moisture, UV rays, and weather-related issues, which is especially important for outdoor surfaces like decks and fences. It also enhances the stain's durability, prevents fading over time, and gives the wood a cleaner, more professional-looking finish. For some indoor applications, a sealer may not be necessary, depending on the type of stain used and the level of protection needed. It's always best to check the stain manufacturer's recommendations and consider the wood's intended use and exposure when deciding whether to apply a sealer.

While the answer varies based on weather, 10 a.m. is a good time to start painting. The dew will have dried, meaning there’s no moisture on the house, and the temperature will likely be moderate and the sunlight less direct. Starting mid-morning should also give you enough daylight and pleasant weather to work on the job for several hours.

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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