See Dirt Run! Inc
About us
MHIC #86481. VA# 2705-126609. Additional contact name - Beth Borrego.
Business highlights
26 years of experience
Services we offer
& stucco, Contact us directly. We typically book 6 to 12 months out for large projects. Residential and commercial pressure washing, aluminum, cedar, cedar house washing, chinking repair and installation, cob blasting, deck cleaning, fence washing, glass blasting, pine, redwood & exterior wood furniture care., sealing, stripping, vinyl
Amenities
Free Estimates
Yes
Accepted Payment Methods
- CreditCard
Reviews
4.324 Reviews
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Showing 1-24 of 24 reviews
Matthew D.
Feb 2017
Great. They were professional, knowledgeable and friendly. Loved them so much I call them back to do work inside the house as well.
Response from See Dirt Run! Inc
"It's been our pleasure to work on your beautiful log home, and we look forward to serving you again in the future. We thank you for your business!"
C M.
Sep 2016
excellent, they removed all the mildew without damaging my siding
Response from See Dirt Run! Inc
"Thank you! We look forward to serving you again in the future. Please do not hesitate to contact us should you have any questions."
Sheila R.
Jun 2016
1/3 down required for small project. Didn't do work until 3 plus months after contract signed. Rude. Didn't have enough nails for job so waited an hour plus going to get more. Argued contract did not agree with estimate that was provided so did not perform work.
Lydia M.
May 2016
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Response from See Dirt Run! Inc
"Thank you for your review! We look forward to caring for your property again in the future. Have a wonderful summer!"
Raymond A.
Apr 2015
The crew arrived right on time. They were courteous and professional. They did a great job cleaning our house. Some parts of the house had not been cleaned in a while but when they were done it all looked great. Some of the trim was especially discolored and they got it all looking like new. They did a great job cleaning our house and were careful not to damage any of the landscaping while they were working. We did not want a high pressure clean of our siding and were able to get a sparkling clean house without the risk of damaging the siding because they used a low pressure system.
Response from See Dirt Run! Inc
"Thank you for sharing your experience with others. We are so happy that you enjoyed the service and selected us to care for your home. It was our pleasure. If there is anything else you need in the future, please let us know. We are here for you. Have a great spring!"
Linda L.
Jul 2014
We found this company on the web over 10 years ago after having a disastrous experience with a company that did not know how to work with Ipe wood. We thought he had permanently marred the wood. Rod and Beth reassured us that they would make the decks look like new, and they did. We have worked with them ever since, having them return every year and every time they make our decks and flagstone walkways and patio and even our gutters look brand new. They are very honest, professional, reliable, and knowledgeable, and pay assiduous attention to detail. They are extremely careful not to damage shrubs, plants and groundcover in any way. They cover everything nearby so there is not a speck of stain anywhere but on the decks and stairs where it is supposed to be. Scheduling is such a headache for them as they can only work when the weather permits them to do so. That said, they are very conscientious about their clients and are excellent at customer service. I highly recommend this company.
Response from See Dirt Run! Inc
"Thank you so much! It is always our pleasure to serve you. Happy New Year!"
Sharon K.
Apr 2014
The initial consult was very informative. The owners showed up on time with brochures and descriptions and stayed for over an hour answering our many questions. They were knowledgeable about their products and services. We got 2 other estimates, one higher and one lower, but went with this group as they seemed the most well informed about the work. Once scheduled, the owners and crew showed up at the scheduled time every day and worked hard until the end of the day. They estimated the work to take a week and it was completed after 4 extra-long working days.
We have a log home. As we learned, the wood on a log home needs to be treated every so often to limit degradation of the wood and infestation. The first day, they applied a product to strip the existing stain and years of damage, discoloration and pollutants, including pollen, etc. Then they power washed the entire house, both decks and all deck rails and then applied a neutralizer to everything. This required at least three trips around the entire 2 floor house and they finished this step in a day! The next day, they had to sand down every log to eliminate the wood that was raised in the process the day before. The following two days were spent staining everything and applying a seal over the stain. The team worked together like a well oiled machine. They rarely rested and were constantly going up and down ladders, moving their equipment and completing this labor intensive work. I really can't believe how hard the entire crew worked. Unbelievable.
If you find the price daunting, consider the fact that this crew of 5 worked all day for 4 extra-long days and had all of the necessary equipment and the materials and supplies. Also keep in mind the sheer number of products applied - there were at least 4 costly products applied in their many rotations around the house. It was money well spent and well earned.
The house looks beautiful. I really had no idea it could look this good. It looks brand new and I feel better knowing it's been protected from the elements. And they left a clean site. No plants were damaged, everything was cleaned up. The owners and crew were very nice and worked extremely well together. I have no complaints and I'd recommend them to anyone with a log home or someone who simply needs their deck refinished.
We have a log home. As we learned, the wood on a log home needs to be treated every so often to limit degradation of the wood and infestation. The first day, they applied a product to strip the existing stain and years of damage, discoloration and pollutants, including pollen, etc. Then they power washed the entire house, both decks and all deck rails and then applied a neutralizer to everything. This required at least three trips around the entire 2 floor house and they finished this step in a day! The next day, they had to sand down every log to eliminate the wood that was raised in the process the day before. The following two days were spent staining everything and applying a seal over the stain. The team worked together like a well oiled machine. They rarely rested and were constantly going up and down ladders, moving their equipment and completing this labor intensive work. I really can't believe how hard the entire crew worked. Unbelievable.
If you find the price daunting, consider the fact that this crew of 5 worked all day for 4 extra-long days and had all of the necessary equipment and the materials and supplies. Also keep in mind the sheer number of products applied - there were at least 4 costly products applied in their many rotations around the house. It was money well spent and well earned.
The house looks beautiful. I really had no idea it could look this good. It looks brand new and I feel better knowing it's been protected from the elements. And they left a clean site. No plants were damaged, everything was cleaned up. The owners and crew were very nice and worked extremely well together. I have no complaints and I'd recommend them to anyone with a log home or someone who simply needs their deck refinished.
Response from See Dirt Run! Inc
"Thank you! It was our pleasure to work on your home. Should you have any questions about care and maintenance please do not hesitate to contact us. We are glad to be of help to you."
Sandra L.
Dec 2013
I was able to make an appointment quickly. My initial appointment was cancelled, but rescheduled within the same week.
I had concerns regarding how the power washing would affect my sliding. My
house is about 40 years old and has aluminum siding and the original paint. They explained their cleaning procedures clearly including the degree of pressure and cleaning substances they would use.
The cleaning went well with no adverse affects on my siding. My only comment is that I wish they had notified me about 30 minutes before they arrived. I would have liked being present.
Response from See Dirt Run! Inc
"[removed member name] thank you for sharing your experience. We always enjoy knowing when our customers stand back and smile after we are finished. Have a fantastic year and we look forward to serving you in the future. We thank you for your business."
Lydia M.
Oct 2013
They did superior work. They called us at work on the color of the stain as they felt it may be darker then we wanted once they started. My husband asked if they could stop and let us look at it when we returned home. They stopped working until we called back that evening to say we didn't see that much of a difference and was happy to have them continue with it. Impressive! They are worth waiting for as their schedule is busy.
Response from See Dirt Run! Inc
"We are extremely please that you are enjoying the deck, and are grateful to you for sharing your experience with others here. Thank you so very much. We look forward to assisting you again in the future. Have a wonderful day."
Sheryl H.
Jun 2013
See Dirt Run is professional, responsive and performs Top Quality work!! We have used them twice now and expect to call them again in the next year or two. From start to finish they are a pleasure. They are respectful of our home, plants and animals. There is never a trash or damage issue. If we run into challenges or opportunities they work with us to make the most of our budget. The pricing is a bit on the high side - however you are paying for Top Notch Services and Top Quality Products. As well they offer a range of products to help fit within a variety of budgets. As a matter of fact Rod & Beth work with us so we can perform interim maintenance on our own with advice on which products to use and which deliver the highest value.
We will continue to call upon See Dirt Run and recommend them to others.
Sheryl Hoffman
We will continue to call upon See Dirt Run and recommend them to others.
Sheryl Hoffman
Response from See Dirt Run! Inc
"It is always a pleasure to work on your home. Please don't hesitate to let us know how we can assist you in the future. Have a great summer!"
Linda L.
Jun 2013
We felt like we struck gold when we found See Dirt Run! on the web eleven years ago, and we have hired them every summer since then. We had just installed new Ipe decks, and our then low-cost deck cleaner told us he could wash and stain them without any problem. We thought our decks were ruined. Rob and Beth to the rescue! Each year, they make our decks and porch look brand new. The same is true for all our much older flagstone walkways and patio. Every job for them is a work of art. They are seasoned professionals who are extremely knowledgeable and articulate about the technical aspects of all types of wood and how to preserve/protect/clean/stain them, especially the exotic woods. They are meticulous, organized, efficient, and thorough, and they pay close attention to detail. They take great pains to make sure that all areas adjacent to the decks/porch are covered so they are not affected by the power washing or inadvertently stained. Never have I had any problems whatsoever with the plants or shrubs in the vicinity where they worked. Rob was careful not to get any water near the baseboard woodwork when he power washed the garage floor. They do their work carefully and methodically. They pay close attention to the weather to make sure the wood is completely dried after cleaning and before staining. They have someone who always answers the phone and will sometimes call in the evening to notify you that the deck will be stained the next day if no rain is in the forecast. Rob and Beth, married co-owners, are honest, hard-working, intelligent, and very customer-oriented and also delightful to work with. I strongly recommend them.
Response from See Dirt Run! Inc
"Thank you! We always enjoy seeing your beautiful deck and porch, it is a pleasure to work on your property. Have a wonderful summer!"
Mitch B.
May 2013
See above - it was amazing ! We were very pleased. We will be calling them again! thank you ~ Margie Billian
Response from See Dirt Run! Inc
"Thank you for your review. We look forward to helping you to maintain your property in the future. Have a great summer."
Mark B.
May 2013
They did a wonderful job. They were very conscientious. They took their time with the job. They broke a flood light which they told me up front and the office reimbursed me right away. They actually showed up early. They were suppose to come in the afternoon but came in the morning which was fine by me but I would have liked a phone call to let me know the time had changed. The office was really responsive every time I called or emailed. I got all my questions asked promptly. I would definitely use this company again.
Response from See Dirt Run! Inc
"Thank you for your review. We are pleased you chose our company and look forward to serving you again in the future. Have a wonderful summer!"
Patricia G.
May 2013
See Dirt Run has cleaned and stained our log home for nearly 10 years now. Our initial project for them was to remove the old stain with a strong power wash, which would make the logs rough. They hand sanded each log, repaired any damaged or rotting logs, restrained the chinking (between the logs), stained and sealed the logs. Our house still looks like new! The following visits were for maintenance, cleaning, resealing, staining and repair of sun damaged logs. See Dirt Run does an excellent job. I highly recommend them for your woodwork.
Response from See Dirt Run! Inc
"Thank you for your review! We look forward to working on your beautiful home again soon!"
Elizabeth M.
May 2013
Excellent service from start to finish...have been using See Dirt Run for many years and are very pleased with them.
Response from See Dirt Run! Inc
"Thank you for your review. We always value feedback from our customers. We look forward to serving you in the future. Have a wonderful summer!"
Sara B.
Jan 2013
All services have been thorough and professionally done from evaluating the needs and services to followup for servicing at a future time.
Response from See Dirt Run! Inc
"Thank you so very much for your review. We hope to be of service to you in the future. If you have any questions about your deck, please let us know. We are glad to assist you."
David B.
Nov 2012
When the company was done, I noticed that they left all the sand blasting media where it fell making a mess out of our gardens. It took several hours with a shop vac to clean up the place. They made little effort to protect the flower beds and most of the flowers were destoried. After they left I noticed one of out windows was broken. When I called them about it, they said they never had that happen before. They wanted to come up and inspect the window. The next day, a second window was found broken. When they came by they said that one of there workers said the window was broken when they started, but forgot to tell them. Ultimately they agreed to pay for replacing both window panes. Over the next few days another window broke, then three weeks later a forth. When repairing the windows, i found blasting media inside of each window. I am absolutely convinced that there process caused this.
They also did not take good care of our patio, they stretched a hose across the slate scratching it.
They were not very pleseant to deal with and I do not reccommend them.
They also did not take good care of our patio, they stretched a hose across the slate scratching it.
They were not very pleseant to deal with and I do not reccommend them.
Dale R.
Sep 2012
I have been so pleased by See Dirt Run and recommend them highly. They are very knowledgeable and professional, and give information about how to care for the wood, to keep it strong and looking good as long as possible. They are timely and clean up completely afterward - the only way you know they've been there is that the wood looks beautiful. A pleasure to do business with!
Dale Rubenstein, DVM
Hospital Owner
A Cat Clinic
Boyds, MD
Dale Rubenstein, DVM
Hospital Owner
A Cat Clinic
Boyds, MD
Response from See Dirt Run! Inc
"Thank you! We appreciate your feedback and look forward to caring for your arbors again soon too."
CHARLES L.
May 2011
Please see above; I combined these two categories.
Response from See Dirt Run! Inc
"Thank you for your review. We look forward to caring for your deck again in the future. Have a great summer."
An H.
Oct 2009
It was a home based service so the calls were taken pretty late (8pm) and returned pretty promptly. Workers who came out were very polite - took 3 hours to complete work.
Response from See Dirt Run! Inc
"Thank you for your business. We look forward to serving you in the future."
Deanne K.
Apr 2009
I sent in deposit check of 429.70 on June 13 and faxed back signed proposal sheet. We were told to expect call in early August for work to be done. In Mid-August I left two messages on their phone line asking when we could expect them. NEVER received a response. Around Labor Day weekend in early Sept. my husband left message on their phone. They returned his call the next day and said it would be maybe about a week - so this is now 4 weeks after the estimated date we were given in June when we sent in deposit. Work was completed on or around Sept. 16 - took them 3 visits to finish it. THe workers were very professional and did a good job; however, I do not think the job was worth the price of $1300, especially for only 693 square feet. When I spoke to the owner on the second day of work and voiced my issues with the company thus far (no response to messages, install more than a month late with no information in between about when install would start), the owner was rather snippy with me and stated the following: 1) They dont recall getting my messages, but then he later admitted that their office misplaced (or lost) my proposal paperwork, which probably messed their process up in terms of phone calls (??) 2) They were really busy and called to PA to do log home restoration work in July, and this put them behind schedule (would have been nice if they told us that back in early August) 3) The reason they cashed the deposit check immediately in June was because they use top-of-the-line supplies, and they have to order them up front, etc....so they need the $ to cover it. I really did not appreciate his tone, and I do not him recall being at all apologetic that we had received no return phone calls or info in August re: the status of our work schedule. Maybe he woke up on the wrong side of the bed that day, but for $1300 I really don't want the attitude, even if it is free. Lastly, I wish they had told me how much grime was going to fly all into my aluminum screened porch, and all over the siding. I was told to expect water, but wasn't told about the dirt and grime that would be left behind on the siding, and on the inside roof of the porch, which is white.
Response from See Dirt Run! Inc
"I (Beth Borrego) met with you directly, and told you when we met that we were booked out for several months, and that weather and other delays could push our estimated time frame back. I reiterated that more than once. It was made clear to you by both myself and our office that we work on large projects when due to their nature can have delays. It is all over our website that we work on log homes. Many wood home owners wait 6 months for our specialized high end wood care. Our repeat deck clients often book one season ahead to have us work on their property. I'm sorry, but you were told about delays, you were communicated to, and that is the truth of it."
Julia K.
Sep 2008
The deck was in pretty bad shape from lack of prior maintenance and looks much better now.
Response from See Dirt Run! Inc
"WE ARE SORRY TO HEAR YOU HAD ANY PLANT ISSUES. WE ENCOURAGE ALL CONSUMERS TO CONTACT OUR OFFICE IF THEY HAVE ANY CONCERNS SO THAT WE MAY ADDRESS THEM."
Jen R.
Aug 2007
A person gave us an estimate in March and we sent our deposit in the next day. After numerous phone calls, they finally started the work the week after Memorial Day! From that point, it took about three weeks for them to finally finish all of the work. The final product does not look very good; it doesn't look like we paid over $2500 for it. Also, the chemicals used in the pressure washing killed all of the plants/trees near the deck.
Response from See Dirt Run! Inc
"THE TOTAL COST FOR THIS JOB WAS $2,185.15. WORK BEGAN ON 6/4, AND WAS COMPLETED ON 6/18, ELEVEN BUSINESS DAYS AFTER IS WAS STARTED. WE PERFORMED WORK AT THE JOB ON 6/4, 6/7 AND 6/18. ON 6/11 WE HAD A TRUCK BREAK DOWN AND GO OUT OF SERVICE, WHICH CAUSED THE DELAY. THE CUSTOMER WAS NOTIFIED OF THIS DELAY. IT WAS IN THE SHOP FOR 4 BUSINESS DAYS. A PERIOD OF TIME DOES ELAPSE BETWEEN THE TIME A DECK IS STRIPPED AND THE TIME IT IS SEALED SINCE IT IS PREFERRED THAT THE WOOD IS DRY. THIS JOB INCLUDED STRIPPING THE DECK TO REMOVE THE CURRENT FINISH, STRIPPING THE SCREENED IN PORCH, REMOVING THE OLD SCREENS AND REPLACING THEM WITH NEW ONES, EXCEPT FOR THE DOOR WHICH THE CUSTOMER DECIDED WE SHOULD NOT DO SINCE HE WANTED TO REPLACE THE DOOR. THE FASCIA BOARDS AND TRIM PIECES HAD TO BE REMOVED TO TAKE OUT THE OLD SCREENS. WE REINSTALLED THE FASCIA BOARDS AND TRIM PIECES AROUND THE PORCH AFTER RE-SCREENING. WE ALSO REPLACED A RAIL CAP ON THE DECK, AND TIGHTENED THE LOOSE RAILING. THIS DECK AND PORCH HAD BEEN SEVERELY NEGLECTED FOR MANY YEARS PRIOR TO OUR SERVICE. THIS CLIENT HAS NEVER ONCE CALLED TO EXPRESS ANY CONCERNS ABOUT THE QUALITY OF THE WORK PERFORMED, AND IF THEY HAD WE WOULD HAVE RETURNED TO THE JOB TO LOOK AND SEE WHAT WE COULD HAVE DONE FOR THEM."
JOHN Y.
Mar 2007
They arrived when they were scheduled and did an excellent job. The siding looks like new!
Response from See Dirt Run! Inc
"THANK YOU. WE LOOK FORWARD TO SERVICING YOUR HOME IN THE FUTURE. HAVE A GREAT SUMMER! BETH BORREGO"
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FAQ
See Dirt Run! Inc is currently rated 4.3 overall out of 5.
See Dirt Run! Inc accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard
Yes, See Dirt Run! Inc offers free project estimates.
No, See Dirt Run! Inc does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, See Dirt Run! Inc does not offer a senior discount.
No, See Dirt Run! Inc does not offer emergency services.
No, See Dirt Run! Inc does not offer warranties.