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Sean Gleason Home Improvements

5.00(
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Sean Gleason Home Improvements

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
36 years of experience

Welcome to Sean Gleason Home Improvements, the leading general contractor serving Lincoln and the surrounding areas. With over 30 years of experience in projects ranging from kitchen remodels to interior painting, we look forward to earning your business. Call today for a free estimate!

"Excellent communication throughout the process! The install was done in a timely and professional manner, and we couldnâ t be happier."

Michelle D on September 2024

Welcome to Sean Gleason Home Improvements, the leading general contractor serving Lincoln and the surrounding areas. With over 30 years of experience in projects ranging from kitchen remodels to interior painting, we look forward to earning your business. Call today for a free estimate!

"Excellent communication throughout the process! The install was done in a timely and professional manner, and we couldnâ t be happier."

Michelle D on September 2024


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Joe's Master Paint LLC

4.94(
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Joe's Master Paint LLC

4.94(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in painting services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Joe and Ivy are two wonderful people. I have a lot of respect for how they conduct their business. I hired Joe Master Paint to remove an old wall paper and install a new one. The process was seamless, peaceful and professional. Work got done as promised and the end result was outstanding! I am hiring them again for some other jobs! They communicated the process well and delivered as promised! I am truly grateful."

Toyin J on December 2025

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in painting services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Joe and Ivy are two wonderful people. I have a lot of respect for how they conduct their business. I hired Joe Master Paint to remove an old wall paper and install a new one. The process was seamless, peaceful and professional. Work got done as promised and the end result was outstanding! I am hiring them again for some other jobs! They communicated the process well and delivered as promised! I am truly grateful."

Toyin J on December 2025


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HOUSTON PAINTING LLC

4.97(
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HOUSTON PAINTING LLC

4.97(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a small 2-4 person paint crew specializing in residential and small commercial painting projects. Along with our meticulous painting, we offer friendly timely service at competitive rates. Customer satisfaction is our priority while we work with you on completing your next painting project. Give us a call today, we return all calls promptly!!

We are a small 2-4 person paint crew specializing in residential and small commercial painting projects. Along with our meticulous painting, we offer friendly timely service at competitive rates. Customer satisfaction is our priority while we work with you on completing your next painting project. Give us a call today, we return all calls promptly!!


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B McLaughlin Quality Construction & Renovation

4.92(
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B McLaughlin Quality Construction & Renovation

4.92(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

B. McLaughlin Quality Construction LLC has been providing quality home improvement and home building for many years now and prides itself on providing customer satisfaction where other companies fall short. With building nature beyond minimum required minimum codes ensure the customers satisfaction for many years to come. Unlike other contractors, their phone number has not changed since beginning out of college training since 1994, and their belief is to start your job and finish it before starting the next projects. With a free estimate sit down with Brian from the beginning, you will soon recognize the professionalism and sincerity to get your defined project to a complete stage with minimal worries and concerns. While words on paper are just that, let Brian show you what others leave behind, and he makes you (and your project) the priority.

B. McLaughlin Quality Construction LLC has been providing quality home improvement and home building for many years now and prides itself on providing customer satisfaction where other companies fall short. With building nature beyond minimum required minimum codes ensure the customers satisfaction for many years to come. Unlike other contractors, their phone number has not changed since beginning out of college training since 1994, and their belief is to start your job and finish it before starting the next projects. With a free estimate sit down with Brian from the beginning, you will soon recognize the professionalism and sincerity to get your defined project to a complete stage with minimal worries and concerns. While words on paper are just that, let Brian show you what others leave behind, and he makes you (and your project) the priority.


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New Leaf Construction

4.78(
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New Leaf Construction

4.78(
23
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers

New Leaf Construction is the best small contractor that helps home owners take care of their homes. We are a company built on the core values of Integrity, Service, and Excellence, with a focus on quality and open honesty. Our work comes with a guarantee and we stand behind it every day. All of our services are provided under the umbrella of a full insurance policy (available in writing to any client upon request) and we are pleased to offer free estimating as well. We feel the rapidly-increasing number of families who depend on New Leaf Construction to take care of their needs speaks to the calibre of our company and the characteristics of our work.

"Our experience with New Leaf Construction in December led us back to hiring them again for a few additional projects we wanted completed outside this spring. The remodel of our firm over the winter was very successful and it was a pleasure to work with their crew. Their professionalism showed throughout the entirety of the project, from the quality of their work, sensitivity to our timeline, accommodating the needs of our business with as little interruption as possible, cleanliness of their work area, attention to detail, and staying on budget. I highly recommend New Leaf Construction."

Sarah G on May 2018

New Leaf Construction is the best small contractor that helps home owners take care of their homes. We are a company built on the core values of Integrity, Service, and Excellence, with a focus on quality and open honesty. Our work comes with a guarantee and we stand behind it every day. All of our services are provided under the umbrella of a full insurance policy (available in writing to any client upon request) and we are pleased to offer free estimating as well. We feel the rapidly-increasing number of families who depend on New Leaf Construction to take care of their needs speaks to the calibre of our company and the characteristics of our work.

"Our experience with New Leaf Construction in December led us back to hiring them again for a few additional projects we wanted completed outside this spring. The remodel of our firm over the winter was very successful and it was a pleasure to work with their crew. Their professionalism showed throughout the entirety of the project, from the quality of their work, sensitivity to our timeline, accommodating the needs of our business with as little interruption as possible, cleanliness of their work area, attention to detail, and staying on budget. I highly recommend New Leaf Construction."

Sarah G on May 2018


One Stop Home Repair

4.39(
28
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One Stop Home Repair

4.39(
28
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Customers say: Super punctual
45 years of experience

New construction, remodeling, electrical, plumbing, handyman, roofing, insulation, painting, gutters, solar hot water, fences, pellet stove installation, windows & doors, vinyl siding, carpentry, garages, bathrooms, kitchens & additions.

"I had to call today since you never responded to the last emails sent about the workers/men being in the area the same day of my work request. And yet charged over $300 for travel. You have They would not negotiate the travel time to be fair. Beware!!! never received any written estimate of the work and travel time before they arrived I would have never agree to two hours iof work for $778.20. I shouldn?t have trusted them. Shame on them!! Sadly good scam by them."

Laura F on September 2025

New construction, remodeling, electrical, plumbing, handyman, roofing, insulation, painting, gutters, solar hot water, fences, pellet stove installation, windows & doors, vinyl siding, carpentry, garages, bathrooms, kitchens & additions.

"I had to call today since you never responded to the last emails sent about the workers/men being in the area the same day of my work request. And yet charged over $300 for travel. You have They would not negotiate the travel time to be fair. Beware!!! never received any written estimate of the work and travel time before they arrived I would have never agree to two hours iof work for $778.20. I shouldn?t have trusted them. Shame on them!! Sadly good scam by them."

Laura F on September 2025


Atlantic Gutter and Home Improvements LLC

5.00(
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Atlantic Gutter and Home Improvements LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Atlantic Gutter And Home Improvements is a full time construction company that has been in business for 15+ years. All employees have been have been with the company for a min of 3 years and have completed training to specialize in there field. Atlantic does not use any sub contractors and owners are always on the job. We take extreme pride in our workmanship and pay fine attention to detail. Good "word of mouth" is very important to us so we are 100% committed to your satisfaction.

Atlantic Gutter And Home Improvements is a full time construction company that has been in business for 15+ years. All employees have been have been with the company for a min of 3 years and have completed training to specialize in there field. Atlantic does not use any sub contractors and owners are always on the job. We take extreme pride in our workmanship and pay fine attention to detail. Good "word of mouth" is very important to us so we are 100% committed to your satisfaction.


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High Tech Home Warranties

4.37(
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High Tech Home Warranties

4.37(
35
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Customers say: Terrific value
18 years of experience

We are a one stop shop for all your home warranty needs. Our upbeat and friendly support team is always at your fingertips to respond to questions about your warranty 365 days a year! Emergency claims will be addressed within 24 hours from time claim is submitted and non-emergency claims will be addressed within 48 hours Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm. During nights and weekends non-emergency claims will not receive a call back until the next business day. Our service call deductibles range from $65 - $75.

"I had a bad computer board in my oven. they said they would not cover it because they found a roach. This is Florida we have some roaches. i do not have a bug problem. It has nothing to do with a bad computer board. This company looks for a way to deny claims. i had one other claim and they tried to deny it as well. Save yourself some agravation and stay away. They must post their own positive reviews. They took my $65.00 fee and did nothing"

marc g on August 2018

We are a one stop shop for all your home warranty needs. Our upbeat and friendly support team is always at your fingertips to respond to questions about your warranty 365 days a year! Emergency claims will be addressed within 24 hours from time claim is submitted and non-emergency claims will be addressed within 48 hours Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm. During nights and weekends non-emergency claims will not receive a call back until the next business day. Our service call deductibles range from $65 - $75.

"I had a bad computer board in my oven. they said they would not cover it because they found a roach. This is Florida we have some roaches. i do not have a bug problem. It has nothing to do with a bad computer board. This company looks for a way to deny claims. i had one other claim and they tried to deny it as well. Save yourself some agravation and stay away. They must post their own positive reviews. They took my $65.00 fee and did nothing"

marc g on August 2018


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Maine Construction Group

4.86(
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Maine Construction Group

4.86(
7
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Maine Construction Group builds and remodels homes in the greater Bangor area. Our mission is to provide our customers with an outstanding product that is of superior quality, energy efficient and engineered to today's standards with attention to detail. Being a locally owned family operated business, our goal is to provide the highest level of project satisfaction for our customers.

Maine Construction Group builds and remodels homes in the greater Bangor area. Our mission is to provide our customers with an outstanding product that is of superior quality, energy efficient and engineered to today's standards with attention to detail. Being a locally owned family operated business, our goal is to provide the highest level of project satisfaction for our customers.


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Clarity Cleaning Solutions

5.00(
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Clarity Cleaning Solutions

5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a family owned and operated cleaning company. This business was started in 2020 while working full time as a Firefighter and going through paramedic school. My name is Zack Carlow, Owner of Clarity Cleaning Solutions. What started as a side project for me has now evolved into a Residential & Commercial Cleaning Company that I own and operate with a team of highly motivated members. We come with not only the reviews you see here but references from clients all over the united states that trust us with full access to their homes to clean and mange while they are away. We truly strive for nothing but excellence and enjoy building a business that you can feel comfortable with. Our area of expertise is: Floor cleaning such as LVT cleaning, VCT stripping and waxing, Tile Cleaning and epoxy cleaning, Residential and commercial carpet cleaning using hot water extraction and very low moisture options, Upholstery cleaning hot water extraction, spot cleaning and very low moisture cleaning. Commercial and residential cleaning weekly, biweekly monthly and quarterly cleans. Please feel free to reach out with any questions! we look forward to working with you.

"Zack, Breezy and their colleagues are absolutely the BEST at what they do. We live 5 hours away and needed someone that we could trust to look after our Airbnb investment. Having a good property manager is insanely important. Carlow Property Management took care of everything, including marketing, upkeep of the house and yard, dealing with issues (appliances dying,etc), taking our lakeside dock out, and they did it all in a timely, proactive manner. Their communication has been excellent. Also, they have a phenomenal network of resources that helped us get jobs and repairs done quickly, properly, and affordable. Zack, Breezy and their team made this an effortless and head-ache free adventure for us. A good property manager is hard to find, a great one is almost impossible. Carlow Property Management is truly great. If you can use them...do it, you won't regret it!"

Courtney M on November 2022

We are a family owned and operated cleaning company. This business was started in 2020 while working full time as a Firefighter and going through paramedic school. My name is Zack Carlow, Owner of Clarity Cleaning Solutions. What started as a side project for me has now evolved into a Residential & Commercial Cleaning Company that I own and operate with a team of highly motivated members. We come with not only the reviews you see here but references from clients all over the united states that trust us with full access to their homes to clean and mange while they are away. We truly strive for nothing but excellence and enjoy building a business that you can feel comfortable with. Our area of expertise is: Floor cleaning such as LVT cleaning, VCT stripping and waxing, Tile Cleaning and epoxy cleaning, Residential and commercial carpet cleaning using hot water extraction and very low moisture options, Upholstery cleaning hot water extraction, spot cleaning and very low moisture cleaning. Commercial and residential cleaning weekly, biweekly monthly and quarterly cleans. Please feel free to reach out with any questions! we look forward to working with you.

"Zack, Breezy and their colleagues are absolutely the BEST at what they do. We live 5 hours away and needed someone that we could trust to look after our Airbnb investment. Having a good property manager is insanely important. Carlow Property Management took care of everything, including marketing, upkeep of the house and yard, dealing with issues (appliances dying,etc), taking our lakeside dock out, and they did it all in a timely, proactive manner. Their communication has been excellent. Also, they have a phenomenal network of resources that helped us get jobs and repairs done quickly, properly, and affordable. Zack, Breezy and their team made this an effortless and head-ache free adventure for us. A good property manager is hard to find, a great one is almost impossible. Carlow Property Management is truly great. If you can use them...do it, you won't regret it!"

Courtney M on November 2022

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

It’s a good idea to sand your porch before painting. This will remove loose or chipped paint and debris, and give you a cleaner surface so that your new paint goes on smoothly. But if the existing surface is in good condition, it’s not necessary to sand your porch before you paint.

The best exterior paint for the job of painting your front porch depends on the material you’ll be painting. Acrylic paint is often recommended for a wooden porch as it’s durable and easy to apply. If your porch is made of concrete, you’ll need to find a formula suited to that material.

The opposite is actually true: Wood stains tend to appear lighter when they’re fully dry. However, stains may darken as they weather and oxidize with age. Stains might also darken on surfaces left in direct sunlight, as UV rays can break down pigment particles and cause them to darken over time.

Pressure-treated wood can not only be painted and stained, but it should be; doing so will help to prevent surface or deck board cracking. Allow the wood to dry out before painting it, as pressure-treated wood from the hardware store takes longer to dry than kiln-dried lumber. If water beads on the surface, it needs additional time to dry—in fact, it can take weeks or even months to fully dry. As soon as the wood absorbs water on the surface, it is ready to be painted or stained.

Yes, it's a good idea to sand the wall with fine-grit sandpaper after spackling, especially if you plan on painting. You can do this by hand or using a sander, but the idea is to ensure the spackle is flush with the wall. Sanding will give your wall a smooth, uniform finish and help your paint and wallpaper stay put.

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