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Joe Lane Carpentry
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Alfred, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

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"Excellent communication and timely arrival every day. They did everything I asked for excluding some special planters and benches. Left my property very neat when finished. I would recommend Joe Lane Carpentry!"
Back of 5-bay Garage
5-bay Garage Back
5-bay Garage Front
Garage next to house
Framing progress

+5

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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KD Construction
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Alfred, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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Credit card accepted

We're a locally owned and operated company with 5+ years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity, and stand behind our work. We specialize in both interior and exterior residential and commercial painting projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Painting
Painting

+11

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by54%of homeowners
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AO Painting
4.7(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Alfred, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Credit card accepted

"I would highly recommend this painter. He is personable and extremely hard working. His professionalism and reasonable rates are quite commendable, and he was very thorough in his prep work and in the review of his completed work."
Milton exterior
Milton exterior
Milton exterior
Milton exterior
Springvale

+12

Response time9 hrs
Response rate91%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Paint by Pizzy, LLC
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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 Alfred, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The work was done well. I had my whole house including ceilings done. No complaints as far as the painting. It looks very nice and professional. Could have been neater but that is my only concern. Overall satisfied."
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+12

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Big Al's Painting
4.7(
15
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Alfred, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Al to paint my cabinets. Once that was started we agreed to expand the work to touching up and finishing other areas of the house. I am very happy with the quality of the work and will definitely work with Al again on projects in the future."
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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506 Designs & Carpentry LLC
4.4(
7
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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 Alfred, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brendan did a terrific job.I needed help with my outside lighting and he fixed the problem and replaced all of the bulbs. I also needed to have a screen door repaired and reframed. He did both of those things. We have also discussed future projects that will take place in the Fall. He is polite, respectful, and knowledgeable. A pleasure to work with and for me to learn from. My first experience with Angi but won't be my last."
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Excel Pro Painters
3.2(
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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 Alfred, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"These guys did a great job on my big old house. Had them replace a some rotted wood siding and paint the entire thing. A 130 year old house is never gonna look brand new, but it looks 10000000x better than it did before. Would definitely recommend them."
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Tenney ln scarborough

+5

Response time1 day
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Your tool of choice ultimately comes down to personal preference. Many DIYers prefer applying stain with a lint-free rag, but others stick with a paint brush or a roller. Wipe the stain and work it into the wood, working with and against the grain. If you’re applying multiple coats, allow the stain to dry for around four hours between coats.

When staining a deck, don’t skip surface prep, avoid staining damp or dirty boards, and don’t apply stain in extreme heat, cold, or wet conditions. Never overload the wood with a stain, as too much can cause tackiness or peeling. Also, don’t forget to test a small area first to ensure the color and finish look right.

Whitewashing isn’t permanent, but it can last for a long, long time. When you apply it correctly or have a seasoned pro whitewash your brick, whitewashing can last for 20 to 30 years or longer. Whitewash is very durable and typically requires little maintenance, making it a great project for most DIYers.

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.

In most cases, sanding an old deck before staining it is necessary to achieve a decent finish. If your old deck has a relatively new stain finish on it and you're only doing touch-ups, you can generally skip the sanding part. However, if your goal is to make the deck look and function better, sanding first is a must. 

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