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Avatar for Mars Painting
Mars Painting
4.9(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Crews from Mars painting are exceptional. Totally exceeded my expectations. If you need any drywall work or painting please look no further, you won’t be disappointed. The crews are very courteous and polite, great hard working people!"
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Recommended by76%of homeowners
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TRINITY QUALITY PAINTING
5.0(
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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 Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Trinity Quality Painting is a company I would recommend! Angel responded to my emails in a timely manner and arrived on time as scheduled. He painted my hallway, stairwell and large bedroom over the course of 2 days. The paint job is absolutely perfect! He was very respectful of my home and professional! I know I picked a great company to paint my home and look forward to working with Trinity Quality Painting again in the future!"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Las Mela's Painting Co.
4.7(
55
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"This company lived up to their 5 star rating, which is why I chose them over the other estimates I received.. Jasmine was here almost daily to check to make sure that everything was going smoothly and to see whether I had any questions. The gentleman who painted my house did an excellent job. I am extremely pleased with the color and the work and this company"
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fence/wood replacement
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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MNM Painting and Decorating
4.7(
28
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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 Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"The painter was very professional and arrived on time to begin the job,"
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Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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New look Property Maintenance
5.0(
6
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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 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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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Chapman Home Improvements
4.6(
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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 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
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Paint EZ of Kenosha
5.0(
2
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Cream City Recovery
5.0(
1
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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 Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"These guys did a great job. They were on ti.e every day. Gave a great price and did my quarter round for free. The job looks absolutely amazing. Thank you Joe and dale. Cream City Recovery LLC rocks"
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Robert Anthony Renovations
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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 Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

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"We had an excellent experience working with Robert Anthony from start to finish. They were professional, responsive, and incredibly detail-oriented throughout our kitchen remodel. His team completed our renovation on time, kept the workspace clean, and communicated with us every step of the way. The quality of the craftsmanship exceeded our expectations, and you can truly tell they take pride in their work. They transformed our kitcjen beautifully and made the entire process smooth and stress-free for my family. We are beyond happy with our kitchen and we couldn’t recommended him more."
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Yes, many repair services include repainting to match the color of the existing siding or walls. Most professionals offer this service to ensure the repaired area blends in seamlessly.

Yes, it is important to wash your deck before painting to ensure the paint applies well and adheres properly. While you don't have to use a pressure washer, it is one of the most efficient cleaning methods. Pressure washing can quickly remove dirt, wood fibers, and flaked paint, getting deeper into the wood than manual scrubbing. You can also clean the deck with a stiff broom and a cleaning solution. Regardless of the method, a clean surface is essential for good paint adhesion. Make sure the deck is completely dry before applying any paint.

Stains penetrate wood best when it's cool and dry, so you want to avoid moisture. If the wood is wet upon application, or if it rains before the stain dries, the water will soak into the wood and displace the staining solution. This leads to a flaky and blotchy look, which is the opposite of a sumptuous even coat. Once the stain has fully cured, after about 3 days, rain shouldn’t cause you any problems.

Pricing depends on prep work, paint/stain choice, area size, scaffolding needs, and detailed trim inclusions like precision-balanced windowsills.

If your biggest concern is making sure your deck doesn’t show dirt, opt for a darker neutral color that blends in well with your surrounding landscape. A rich brown or dark grey are both good options that work with a variety of house colors. A high-quality acrylic paint is easy to clean and maintain, so it might be worth spending the money on.

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