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Costello Coatings
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Serving Lewiston, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I contacted Mr Costello he came out on schedule, gave me a fair price, I agreed to have the work done. Mr Costello and his crew pressure cleaned, repaired, and stained my front and back decks. They look like brand new. Exactly what I was looking for. Thanks, Mr Costello for all the excellent work."
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Response time7 hrs
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Avid Painting LLC
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Serving Lewiston, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very well, Alic showed me what a professional job is and my walls looks great! Definitely an A++ job. The crew and him are very friendly as well! You will not regret going with Avid Painting LLC for ANY of your projects"
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JJs Construction
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Serving Lewiston, ME and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"ARIVED ON TIME, EXTREMELY FRIENDLY,JOB COMPLRTED AS PROMISED. WOULD HIREAGAIN WITHOUT ANY HESITATION. JUST GREAT!"
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate99%
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Southern Maine Soft Wash
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Serving Lewiston, ME and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"power washed exterior furniture, deck and patio excellent work; attention to detail, especially deep soil surfaces"
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by37%of homeowners
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GrayBridge
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Serving Lewiston, ME and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very pleased with this contractor. He gave me a fair estimate and stuck to it. He was also professional and showed up when he said he would. The job he did was more than satisfactory and I have no complaints."
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Response time2 days
Response rate96%
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KD Construction
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Serving Lewiston, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

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

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Impact Painters
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Serving Lewiston, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Great. Very professional assessment of scope of work and proposal. Good communications before, during and after work was complete to ensure my needs were being addressed."
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

It’s important to make sure the wood on a new deck is properly seasoned. Seasoning a deck is simple: Once you build it (or have a pro do so), just leave it alone so it can acclimate to the environment. If you don’t give the deck proper seasoning time before staining, the stain can lock in any lingering moisture and cause mold, rot, and other moisture issues down the road. Give the wood at least four to eight weeks to season before you stain.

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.

It is definitely worth sanding a deck to ensure the wood absorbs new stain. Sanding a deck removes the outer layers of aging wood, allowing the stain to penetrate. It also gives a fresh look to the entire surface as part of the deck refinishing process. Without sanding, your stain or sealant is less likely to absorb into the wood. While sanding a deck is a time-intensive project, the rewards are noticeable and long-lasting.

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. 

Yes, beginners can use a paint sprayer, but there is a learning curve. It's important to go slowly, read the instructions thoroughly, and spend some time learning the technique. Watching tutorial videos for your specific paint sprayer model can be very helpful. Before starting your main project, practice on a scrap surface to get used to the sprayer and avoid common issues like overspraying, which can cause drips, bubbles, and other imperfections. For safety, always wear a mask and gloves, and be careful not to touch the sprayer's tip when it's in use, particularly with high-powered airless sprayers.

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