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MasterFix.Llc

8416 Meadow Green Way
4.68(
25
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MasterFix.Llc

8416 Meadow Green Way
4.68(
25
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
134 local quotes requested
16 years of experience

For over 15 years we have serviced our local community. From pressure washing to gutters or even when you just need a local handyman for household fixes, we are the company to choose. Please reach out to us at 240-305-6252 to schedule our services today! curently not accepting debit or credit cards. Hope to hear from you soon!

"Masterfix and his team were on time, highly professional and knowledgeable. I was very happy with the deck that was built by the team. I will recommend them anytime any day to carry out general remodelling."

Flora O on May 2025

For over 15 years we have serviced our local community. From pressure washing to gutters or even when you just need a local handyman for household fixes, we are the company to choose. Please reach out to us at 240-305-6252 to schedule our services today! curently not accepting debit or credit cards. Hope to hear from you soon!

"Masterfix and his team were on time, highly professional and knowledgeable. I was very happy with the deck that was built by the team. I will recommend them anytime any day to carry out general remodelling."

Flora O on May 2025


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City Clean Inc

5828 RITCHIE HWY
4.81(
766
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City Clean Inc

5828 RITCHIE HWY
4.81(
766
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
51 local quotes requested

Pressure Washing * Soft Washing * HybridWash! - We are an owner-operated small business with quality and customer service as our main focus. Established in 1996, we currently have a super team of 5 highly skilled full time technicians. Up to 15% discount to Angie's List members. We are also a Super Service award winning company 9 years in a row! Call or message us today for a free quote.

"It went great. After they arrived, we walked around to show them the job. They described the process and then did the work. The house, and driveway look great. The 19-year old deck looks brand new. Keith and Marcus were responsive, efficient, knowledgeable, and courteous. I would definitely use them again."

Kevin H on April 2019

Pressure Washing * Soft Washing * HybridWash! - We are an owner-operated small business with quality and customer service as our main focus. Established in 1996, we currently have a super team of 5 highly skilled full time technicians. Up to 15% discount to Angie's List members. We are also a Super Service award winning company 9 years in a row! Call or message us today for a free quote.

"It went great. After they arrived, we walked around to show them the job. They described the process and then did the work. The house, and driveway look great. The 19-year old deck looks brand new. Keith and Marcus were responsive, efficient, knowledgeable, and courteous. I would definitely use them again."

Kevin H on April 2019


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TrueDecks

100 W Diamond Ave.
4.47(
370
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TrueDecks

100 W Diamond Ave.
4.47(
370
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
168 local quotes requested
26 years of experience

DeckMaster Inc. is now operating under a new revamped trademark name TrueDecks®. Same family-owned and operated business, same services, same quality, a new unique nationwide name. We have been in business for over 20 yrs providing deck, fence, patio construction, restoration and maintenance services. We are also the founders of the PressureLess cleaning & preservation system using a low pressure washing method. We are also specialize in all types of composite (Trex, Fiberon, Timbertech, Azek,etc) and exotic materials. 30 Employees. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. Additional phone - 240-685-1730

"We have been so pleased with the whole process. From the estimate with Fernando, to the professional and friendly Office staff, to Selvin and his crew who rebuilt the deck. The communication was timely and easy. You all made making payments simple. The quality of the materials and workmanship were beyond expected. The only delay was due to me not reading an email so I apologize for that. Selvin and his crew were so nice and professional. There were no delays. Even the clean up was done within 24 hrs of the completion. Our deck is now beautiful but more importantly, safe to use. Oh, and the stair lights are amazing!! Thank you all for a great experience."

Lisa G on June 2025

DeckMaster Inc. is now operating under a new revamped trademark name TrueDecks®. Same family-owned and operated business, same services, same quality, a new unique nationwide name. We have been in business for over 20 yrs providing deck, fence, patio construction, restoration and maintenance services. We are also the founders of the PressureLess cleaning & preservation system using a low pressure washing method. We are also specialize in all types of composite (Trex, Fiberon, Timbertech, Azek,etc) and exotic materials. 30 Employees. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. Additional phone - 240-685-1730

"We have been so pleased with the whole process. From the estimate with Fernando, to the professional and friendly Office staff, to Selvin and his crew who rebuilt the deck. The communication was timely and easy. You all made making payments simple. The quality of the materials and workmanship were beyond expected. The only delay was due to me not reading an email so I apologize for that. Selvin and his crew were so nice and professional. There were no delays. Even the clean up was done within 24 hrs of the completion. Our deck is now beautiful but more importantly, safe to use. Oh, and the stair lights are amazing!! Thank you all for a great experience."

Lisa G on June 2025


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JW Home Improvement

849 Quince Orchard Blvd
4.39(
5,502
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JW Home Improvement

849 Quince Orchard Blvd
4.39(
5,502
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
1851 local quotes requested
24 years of experience

JWHI provides world-class customer service with consistent and superior workmanship. We strive to be the trusted market leader in the home improvement industry. Proudly, we are Super Service Award Winner for over a decade, and we plan to keep that streak going! Contact us today to discuss your next handyman or remodeling project. Our mission is to provide you with a happy home improvement experience!

"Thomas M was an excellent technician and did great work fixing all the basement windows around the house. These windows are difficult to find a replacement but he was able to repair and repaint them. The other technician was Pablo He worked on caulking all the windows around the house and he did some filling work on the garage sliding doors You did a good job, but Pablo left his trash around and didn’t pick up after himself so Thomas M and I did that on the third day. It took three days total, but it was two men for two days and one man for a 3/4 of a day actually. Although I’ll probably get charged for a full day, since it went past noon. The labor portion is the most expensive and a little higher than I initially anticipated. So, I was hoping for a quicker turnaround, but overall quality work was completed. I would highly recommend Thomas M as a technician to do future work. He’s very knowledgeable, friendly and does a great job. I would hire again but include more details in the contract language."

Stephen B on July 2025

JWHI provides world-class customer service with consistent and superior workmanship. We strive to be the trusted market leader in the home improvement industry. Proudly, we are Super Service Award Winner for over a decade, and we plan to keep that streak going! Contact us today to discuss your next handyman or remodeling project. Our mission is to provide you with a happy home improvement experience!

"Thomas M was an excellent technician and did great work fixing all the basement windows around the house. These windows are difficult to find a replacement but he was able to repair and repaint them. The other technician was Pablo He worked on caulking all the windows around the house and he did some filling work on the garage sliding doors You did a good job, but Pablo left his trash around and didn’t pick up after himself so Thomas M and I did that on the third day. It took three days total, but it was two men for two days and one man for a 3/4 of a day actually. Although I’ll probably get charged for a full day, since it went past noon. The labor portion is the most expensive and a little higher than I initially anticipated. So, I was hoping for a quicker turnaround, but overall quality work was completed. I would highly recommend Thomas M as a technician to do future work. He’s very knowledgeable, friendly and does a great job. I would hire again but include more details in the contract language."

Stephen B on July 2025


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Tony's Power Washing and Window Cleaning

5 Plummer Ct
4.82(
55
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Approved Pro

Tony's Power Washing and Window Cleaning

5 Plummer Ct
4.82(
55
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
45 local quotes requested

We are the last outdoor maintenance company you will ever need! Tony's Power Washing & Windows Cleaning is a local family owned and operated company specialized in power washing, window cleaning, deck maintenance and gutter cleaning. If it's outside, we'll make it shine! Give us a call to talk about how we can improve the look of your home today! ** for this month we are offering, house siding power washing up to 2.500 sq for $329.00 **

"Excellent. Great job cleaning and removing the red clay from the property."

M D on June 2025

We are the last outdoor maintenance company you will ever need! Tony's Power Washing & Windows Cleaning is a local family owned and operated company specialized in power washing, window cleaning, deck maintenance and gutter cleaning. If it's outside, we'll make it shine! Give us a call to talk about how we can improve the look of your home today! ** for this month we are offering, house siding power washing up to 2.500 sq for $329.00 **

"Excellent. Great job cleaning and removing the red clay from the property."

M D on June 2025


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S & J Painting & Remodeling

Unknown
4.66(
746
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S & J Painting & Remodeling

Unknown
4.66(
746
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
463 local quotes requested
24 years of experience

You’ll get both in S&J. As a family owned and operated business located in Howard County, MD we have been helping homeowners in all of Howard County MD, parts of Carroll County, Baltimore County and Northern Anne Arundel County Maryland and surrounding areas with their home improvement needs for over 20 years.

"S&J is a great company to work with. We hired them to install ceiling fans. The technicians were polite, professional and kind. We highly recommend this company."

Ivy C on August 2025

You’ll get both in S&J. As a family owned and operated business located in Howard County, MD we have been helping homeowners in all of Howard County MD, parts of Carroll County, Baltimore County and Northern Anne Arundel County Maryland and surrounding areas with their home improvement needs for over 20 years.

"S&J is a great company to work with. We hired them to install ceiling fans. The technicians were polite, professional and kind. We highly recommend this company."

Ivy C on August 2025


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Chesapeake Property Services

8610 McDaniel Ave
4.71(
1,141
)
Approved Pro

Chesapeake Property Services

8610 McDaniel Ave
4.71(
1,141
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
189 local quotes requested

Chesapeake Property Services was founded in 2002. We are a family owned and operated company. Our rapid growth and great reputation has been built by our philosophy of total dedication to the needs of our customers. We are proud to serve central Maryland and look forward to helping your family live cleaner and feel better!

"Luckily they were available the next day and they did an excellent and professional job and also shared with me what they were doing and what had caused my problem."

Stephen S on September 2025

Chesapeake Property Services was founded in 2002. We are a family owned and operated company. Our rapid growth and great reputation has been built by our philosophy of total dedication to the needs of our customers. We are proud to serve central Maryland and look forward to helping your family live cleaner and feel better!

"Luckily they were available the next day and they did an excellent and professional job and also shared with me what they were doing and what had caused my problem."

Stephen S on September 2025


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Advancepro llc

15920 Derwood Road
4.99(
74
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Approved Pro

Advancepro llc

15920 Derwood Road
4.99(
74
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
74 local quotes requested

Advancepro LLC it's a painting company with experience in home improvement projects... dedicated to help families with their painting and others renovations services, offering great service at reasonable price... in Advancepro LLC we consider that avery customer should get a professional service our team is trained to perform services in a professional manner using the experience obtained in years. Advancepro LLC is a company with license and insurance... once you hire Advancepro LLC for your needs a project manager will assist you from the beginning to the end of the project making sure that everything is according to your expectations in Advancepro LLC we know that the best results comes from a combination of good customer service,good product and experienced laborers

"Everything went smoothly and contractor was so good that I hired him again for my new home remodeling."

Oby O on November 2024

Advancepro LLC it's a painting company with experience in home improvement projects... dedicated to help families with their painting and others renovations services, offering great service at reasonable price... in Advancepro LLC we consider that avery customer should get a professional service our team is trained to perform services in a professional manner using the experience obtained in years. Advancepro LLC is a company with license and insurance... once you hire Advancepro LLC for your needs a project manager will assist you from the beginning to the end of the project making sure that everything is according to your expectations in Advancepro LLC we know that the best results comes from a combination of good customer service,good product and experienced laborers

"Everything went smoothly and contractor was so good that I hired him again for my new home remodeling."

Oby O on November 2024


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Cornerstone Hydro Wash

5.00(
18
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Approved Pro

Cornerstone Hydro Wash

5.00(
18
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
148 local quotes requested

Ask about our current promotions! Cornerstone Hydrowash is the one stop shop business for exterior cleaning and painting. We have the safest and most high grade professional equipment and technicians. Proudly serving happy customers in the Chesapeake area. We've been in business for 22 years. We are licensed and insured and we strive to provide excellent customer service at affordable prices. Complete satisfaction is our top priority for your home or business.

"The work performed was outstanding. Cornerstone Hydro Wash was professional, knowledgeable & clearly experienced. I was looking for more expertise than a lawn company that had a pressure washer. Pressure washing, among other things, IS their business, and they had the equipment, chemicals, knowledge & a truckload of commercial equipment to get the job done right. Not only did I get my deck & my whole house washed, but Brian amazingly transformed my driveway, sidewalk & porch. They are reasonably priced - worth every dollar. I highly recommend them..."

John B on August 2025

Ask about our current promotions! Cornerstone Hydrowash is the one stop shop business for exterior cleaning and painting. We have the safest and most high grade professional equipment and technicians. Proudly serving happy customers in the Chesapeake area. We've been in business for 22 years. We are licensed and insured and we strive to provide excellent customer service at affordable prices. Complete satisfaction is our top priority for your home or business.

"The work performed was outstanding. Cornerstone Hydro Wash was professional, knowledgeable & clearly experienced. I was looking for more expertise than a lawn company that had a pressure washer. Pressure washing, among other things, IS their business, and they had the equipment, chemicals, knowledge & a truckload of commercial equipment to get the job done right. Not only did I get my deck & my whole house washed, but Brian amazingly transformed my driveway, sidewalk & porch. They are reasonably priced - worth every dollar. I highly recommend them..."

John B on August 2025


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Annapolis Painting Services

2561 Housley Rd
4.70(
120
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Approved Pro

Annapolis Painting Services

2561 Housley Rd
4.70(
120
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
162 local quotes requested

The #1 Painting Contractor in Annapolis, Baltimore and the District of Columbia. Over 30 years of top quality service! Annapolis Painting Services has over 75 skilled craftsmen so that we can meet the demands for the residents in the Annapolis, Baltimore and the Washington DC Metro regions. We feature the kind of professional and technical dexterity to go from one specific project to another that may be quite different, which simply indicates we have all of the seasoned experience and training you can want from a painting company. Our clients love us because we proficiently handle all painting requests, both internal and external, for a myriad of properties. No job is too large or small, and they include residential, commercial, industrial, institutional, real estate projects and more. It is all about making your property look its best, which is why we handle related tasks such as: Interior & Exterior painting, Drywall repair & installation Roofing repair & installation, Siding repair & installation, Pressure washing... Plus many more services. Choose the BEST.. Choose APS!

"David and Christian were very professional and helped us get our ceiling painted without issue! They said it would be a two day project and ended up being just complete in one! Thankful for their services and Annapolis Painting for the great service."

Melvin S on May 2023

The #1 Painting Contractor in Annapolis, Baltimore and the District of Columbia. Over 30 years of top quality service! Annapolis Painting Services has over 75 skilled craftsmen so that we can meet the demands for the residents in the Annapolis, Baltimore and the Washington DC Metro regions. We feature the kind of professional and technical dexterity to go from one specific project to another that may be quite different, which simply indicates we have all of the seasoned experience and training you can want from a painting company. Our clients love us because we proficiently handle all painting requests, both internal and external, for a myriad of properties. No job is too large or small, and they include residential, commercial, industrial, institutional, real estate projects and more. It is all about making your property look its best, which is why we handle related tasks such as: Interior & Exterior painting, Drywall repair & installation Roofing repair & installation, Siding repair & installation, Pressure washing... Plus many more services. Choose the BEST.. Choose APS!

"David and Christian were very professional and helped us get our ceiling painted without issue! They said it would be a two day project and ended up being just complete in one! Thankful for their services and Annapolis Painting for the great service."

Melvin S on May 2023

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Applying too much sealer to a deck might seem like extra protection, but it can cause more harm than good. Wood is a porous material with a limited capacity to absorb liquids. When you go overboard with sealer, the excess can't soak in and instead forms a film on the surface. This leftover layer is prone to peeling, cracking, and trapping moisture, ultimately defeating the purpose of sealing in the first place. 

Acrylic paint is one of the best types of paint to use on your home's exterior. It's a durable paint that is also heat- and cold-resistant. While oil-based paint is also durable, it's prone to fading,  making it not as good of an option if you live someplace with extremely high heat. In colder regions, oil-based and alkyd paints become more viscous, which makes it harder to apply the paint.

Stain is meant to be absorbed by the porous wood, allowing some of the natural grain to show through. With that in mind, you don’t want to add more stain than the wood can absorb, as you risk covering up its natural markings. Generally, two coats is the maximum you should do, although very dense hardwoods may only be able to take a single coat.

Ultimately, overapplication of stain can compromise the deck's appearance, durability, and longevity. It may result in an uneven finish, with excess stain pooling, dripping, or drying into thick patches. It can also obscure the wood's natural grain and texture, detracting from the desired aesthetic. Moreover, excessive staining may not fully penetrate the wood, leading to poor adhesion and premature wear. Additionally, thick layers of stain are prone to peeling, cracking, and blistering as they struggle to bond with the surface. 

Yes, you need to thoroughly clean the deck surface before staining your deck. Dirt, debris, and mildew can settle on the surface of your wood. If you do not properly clean it, these stains will get trapped between the wood and the stain. Not only does this present an unsightly surface, but your wood will only partially be protected by the stain, meaning you'll need to stain again sooner.

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