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Painting by Don
4.8(
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Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Don and his crew just recently finished the exterior stain project on our home. Our specific thoughts: 1. Pricing was fair and Don billed exactly as he said he would; no surprises. 2. Incredibly competent, professional, and courteous crew. We had a great deal of "high" work (3 stories) and they accomplished this amazingly. Don played the point and regularly communicated with my wife and me. 3. In addition to staining, we had a great deal of cedar trim damaged by woodpeckers--Don and crew replaced the damaged trim and did an excellent job. 4. Don and crew showed up when they said they would, and finished on time--all positives. In conclusion, my wife and I would highly recommend Painting by Don if you need exterior work done. They are pros."
Exterior Painting
Interior Work
Decks & Patios
Doors
Painting by Don

+125

Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pro Wash Property Cleaning Services
4.8(
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Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They power washed and stained our deck. Excellent job!! They didnâ t rush anything and answered all my husbands concerns/questions. Joe was totally involved in the job and making sure it was done right. Would most definitely use again."
deck project
after washing and sanding
 used primer to fill cracks 
replaced upper platform
painted and ready to hoist guests.
deck project
deck project

+52

Response time9 hrs
Response rate88%
36 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Precision Painting
5.0(
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Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had Precision Painting stain the exterior cedar on our home and paint exterior doors. We were very happy with his work. We're going to have him do some interior painting this winter."
Exterior log home
Commercial bowling alley
Commercial bowling alley
Commercial bowling alley
Commercial bowling alley

+6

Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Clearwater Handyman & Outdoor Solutions
4.6(
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Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Small jobs welcome

Customers say: Quick response

"Tyler and his crew went out of their way to get the job done in time for our event with great quality work! They made sure that the job was done to our satisfaction and Tyler and his crew are all super folks and easy to have around! We will definitely hire them again!"
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Taylor'd Painting, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired a company highly reviewed on this site that walked off the job site prior to even starting, claiming he didn't charge enough as we negotiated the price. I waited 2 weeks to start this job and now I had no contractor. I called Dave Taylor early on a Monday afternoon for a quote, he showed up later that day. Monday evening he called and asked if he could start on Tuesday morning (!), when the other guy was to actually start painting. Dave and John showed up at 8:30 and the job was completed by noon on Wednesday. Taylor'd Painting was to start a 2 week job and he literally squeezed us in. I didn't feel I was in a position to negotiate a price, but we did I think we're both quite satisfied. I can't say enough about these guys, hire them today!"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Adams Custom Painting, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Adam's painting coated my ceilings, including the cathedral ceiling, and stairways. They look brand new. The crew carefully moved everything. Covered what could not be moved. Even vacuumed before they put all the furniture back. Chris is very easy to work with. He even made recommendations to save me money. The crew is very pleasant, really hard working. And all for a good price. I don't know what else you could ask for."
Entryway into living room
Custom staircase
Custom staircase
Loft over living room
Living room lighting decor

+17

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

The general consensus is that two coats of stain are required and since the cedar is siding, a third coat of sealant is always a good idea. This helps protect the wood and stain, so you won’t need to resand and restain for at least a decade. Each stain after the first will darken the wood, so be aware of that when choosing a colored stain.

Ensure gutters and downspouts remain clean, monitor wall integrity, and promptly address any arising imperfections or peels concept permanence rooted.

Essential tools include brushes or rollers, drop cloths, sandpaper or power sanders, and appropriate cleaning supplies. Quality materials ensure long-lasting results.

DIY staining or painting is manageable with proper preparation, including safety measures, necessary tools, and adherence to safe weather conditions for application.

Yes, pressure-treated wood can occasionally turn green due to certain preservatives, such as copper-based chemicals, used during the treatment process. These chemicals react with the wood, creating a greenish tint. The good news? It's temporary, and the color will fade over time. Staining or painting can also help hide any unwanted hues.

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