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Las Mela's Painting Co.
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jasmine responded to all my questions quickly and came over every day to check on the progress of the job. The painter, Angel was always on time and worked efficiently each day. He cleaned everything up before leaving and completed the job on time. Jasmine and Angel were very friendly and courteous to us. I highly recommend this company"
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fence/wood replacement
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate90%
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MNM Painting and Decorating
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"I highly recommend Guillermo and his crew. They responded to my questions promptly and professionally. They were very neat and take pride in their work as the finished job was exceptional. I am extremely pleased with the quality of their work!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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New look Property Maintenance
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

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Customers say: True professional

"They were very efficient they did a fabulous job. We were very very pleased with the outcome. We bought the material and they power washed and stain the deck."
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Exterior paint
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Chapman Home Improvements
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I recently purchased a manufactured home and hired Jon for several projects. Jon kept me informed along the way and handled the challenges presented during dishwasher/garbage disposal install."
Response time9 hrs
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Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Paint EZ of Kenosha
5.0(
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hired Zayne & his team to paint 5+ rooms in our Wisconsin home. From the quote to job completion was seamless - Zayne went above & beyond to make sure we got exactly what we wanted. The crew was always on time & did a fantastic job! They cleaned up after themselves each day and our place was spotless by the end. The paint job looked fantastic. Would hire again & highly recommend!"
Response time3 days
Response rate98%
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Deck Staining 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.

Wet-sanding and dry-sanding each have pros and cons. Dry-sanding is less messy, so it’s a good option if you’re trying to minimize dust (for example, if you’re sanding an occupied home or working with particularly dry or dusty drywall mud). However, dry-sanding is quicker because you don’t have to keep rinsing a sponge or wait for it to dry before painting.

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.

Yes, professionals offer slip-resistant options for added workplace safety.

It’s important to make sure the wood on a new deck is properly seasoned. Seasoning a deck is simple: Once you build it (or have a pro do so), just leave it alone so it can acclimate to the environment. If you don’t give the deck proper seasoning time before staining, the stain can lock in any lingering moisture and cause mold, rot, and other moisture issues down the road. Give the wood at least four to eight weeks to season before you stain.

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