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Avatar for R&L Pressure Washing Painting and Decking
R&L Pressure Washing Painting and Decking
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 Highland, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This was the second time I used R & L and I was very pleased with the process and outcome both times. Moved everything off the deck prior to pressure washing. Came back the next day to replace 5 rotted boards. Returned the third day to apply two coats of stain. Came back a final time to put furniture back on deck."
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+11

Response time11 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for C&Painting LLC
C&Painting LLC
4.7(
376
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Highland, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It went very well. Jose and his team did an excellent job painting all parts of the exterior of my single home from columns, stair railings, long fence and 30 window trims. They replaced tons of rotten wood from all parts of my home and window trims with long-lasting PVC too. I am very impressed by how careful and neat they did everything, very professional. Since this is an enormous project $9000, they spent a whole week at my home. They came early on time to work and started at 8 and stayed until 5, 6, and even 7 sometimes! They also cleaned up everything afterwards and left my yard spotless. They did not leave until the job was done. It's been a month since they completed the job. I look at my fence and my stair railings and window trims at times, I have a big smile on my face. The paint job looks really smooth and neat and stay on strong! I am very grateful to Jose and his team and so happy that I found a hard-working, professional team. As we all know, finding great people to do a marvelous job isn't always easy nowadays. I am so happy with the result I told Jose I would like him and his team do interior painting of my home soon too."
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Interior Paint
Exterior Paint and stain
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Paint Deck with solid stain

+78

Response time10 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Chavez Painting & Construction Services LLC
Chavez Painting & Construction Services LLC
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Highland, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a fantastic job on my large 2 level deck! They were very careful not to get stain on the patio underneath or the new siding on the house! We were so pleased with their professionalism and attention to detail that we also had them pain the entire main level of our house, walls and ceiling. Again, a beautiful, careful and professional job from prep to finishing touches! They also removed a decorative column that has plagued me for years and you would never know it was there now. I plan to hire them again for future jobs in our home. Excellent!!"
Interior Painting
Exterior painting
Power wash
Bathroom Remodelation
Painting railings

+161

Response time7 hrs
Response rate91%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for A.W. Painting
A.W. Painting
4.9(
101
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Highland, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"The project was done in a very professional manner. Multiple projects were done including wood repairs and painting of windows, overhangs and rebuilding of the rotted porch. Also deck staining and sealing. No job was too difficult for this talented company! They were friendly and accommodating! We give our highest praise and will have them back whenever we need work! Carlos is the owner and works as hard as his employees!!"
Response time8 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for J Painting & Home Services LLC
J Painting & Home Services LLC
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 Highland, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a family owned business with over 12 years of experience in interior painting, exterior painting, deck builds and repairs, drywall repairs and installs, framing, bathroom and kitchen remodels, demolitions, hauling and trash removal, roofing installs and repairs, laminate and ceramic flooring installs and repairs, pressure washing, tree service, and windows and door installs. Please contact us for a quote. We look forward to working with you!

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Response time1 day
Response rate94%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Stans Home Improvements
Stans Home Improvements
4.7(
89
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Highland, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Stan and his team are just "Outstanding". On time to job and worked to schedule for completion . Their attention to detail and prep and staining was as good as I have every seen. His bid for services was very competitive. I just can not say enough about his power washing of my home, gutters, deck and gazebo and the subsequent re-staining of my deck and gazebo. I not only recommend Stan's Home Improvements to others I look forward to contracting with him for other services myself. One Happy Camper!"
Response time1 day
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for J.H Painting Services
J.H Painting Services
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 Highland, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"J.H. Painting Services did great exterior work on my home this weekend. I had exterior siding and deck power washed, front door painted, and brick foundation painted. All work was done at a high level of quality and in a timely manner. Communication for planning each of the tasks easy and reliable. Contractor arrived on time. I highly recommend for power washing and paint jobs."
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Sheldon & Sons Inc
Sheldon & Sons Inc
4.6(
317
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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 Highland, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Making a decision to paint the kitchen cabinets and the
kitchen walls and the hallway at the same time was a little overwhelming. It
took a long time to decide on the right white for the cabinets (I kid you not
here are a MILLION shades of white) and then the walls (even more colors to
choose from) and then the hallway (not too bad since it matched the kitchen
color on the chart) but there was never any decision making about who would
paint. Sheldon and Sons painters have painted multiple parts of the our house
from my husband?s office to the deck surrounding the entire house (twice the
last time with special paint and always with a power wash) to the house itself
and the patio furniture, Sheldon and Sons was the go to people. From the
estimator to the painters inside and out it was a great experience. All the
painters were professional as well as kind and patient as they completed the
jobs. The painters who did the deck just plain enjoyed eithers company worked
like one person. The painter who just completed the kitchen was extremely neat
in all he did in the house to remove cabinets, sand them then repaint all in
the house without a bit of mess outside his work space. He was so polite and
careful with all the furniture that I was very impressed (so ask for Walter). Seriously
no matter who you get as your painter from Sheldon and Sons you will be
pleased, impressed and happy with the outcome. Oh and you will appreciate the
price for the product you will get.
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Interior Painting of Living Room - After
Interior Painting of Hallway / Stairs- After
We offer Cabinet Painting at Sheldon & Sons as well!
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Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Generally, these steps are included in exterior house painting:

  • Prepping and protecting the areas not being painted

  • Scraping away loose paint

  • Cleaning off dirt, grease, and debris

  • Caulking gaps and openings

  • Priming with a quality paint primer

  • Painting the prepared areas, including trim and accents with chosen paint finish

  • Adding a second coat

  • Cleaning up the site and disposing of tape, plastic, and drop cloths

Yes, you must thoroughly clean your deck before staining. If you don't, dirt, debris, grease, and mildew can get trapped between the wood and the new stain. This not only looks unsightly but also prevents the stain from penetrating the wood properly, reducing its ability to protect the deck from weather and UV rays. As a result, the stain won't last as long or look as good. Any existing mold or mildew left untreated can continue to grow beneath the new stain, potentially leading to wood rot and structural damage. Always wait at least 48 hours after cleaning for the wood to dry completely before applying stain.

Staining a deck with a rag is typically a better option than using a brush, as it helps the stain penetrate deeper into the wood. However, both brushes and rags are best reserved for detailed work because using these tools on an entire deck can require tediously crawling around on your hands and knees. A pad applicator, sprayer, or roller are preferred alternatives to applying stain over the majority of a deck. Use a rag for railings and other detailed work, and let the wood soak up as much of the stain as possible before wiping away drips or pools.

Choosing the best color for your home exterior should factor in longevity as well as your personal taste. To keep your house looking newly painted as long as possible, stay away from red paint. Although red homes pop and are quintessential for country-style barns, red paint tends to fade fastest in the sun. Go with earth tones if you want paint that best resists fading.

Hot, intense sunshine can cause your stain to dry too quickly, which could lead it to look uneven or patchy. If you’re staining the deck during hotter months, it’s best to do it in the morning or evening once the wood has had time to cool down. If you’re staining in cooler weather with less sunshine, the time of day won’t make as much of a difference.

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