"I called Justin out to give me an estimate on painting the exterior of my house. He was very professional and quick. I am so glad I hired him. The quality of his work is unmatched. I would highly recommend him to everyone and definitely will be hiring him for future projects."
"Matt was amazing to work with. He communicated quickly and often. Asking questions along the way when something wasn't clear. It was obvious he had my best interest in mind. He even helped me locate additional contractors outside of his area of expertise. The painting was top quality, we were very impressed with the results. 10/10 will hire Shear Solutions again."
"Took awhile, as it was in bad shape. James and his son Dylan were extremely conscientious with prep work necessary to do a great job, and they were extremely professional and courteous. They did an outstanding job, not cutting any corners, and we feel their work will last for years to come."
"J & P Construction completed our exterior home paint that included painting Brick, stone and siding. From start to finish, the team completed the job with our utmost approval. This company is very professional with communication and execution of the project was met with exceeded expectations. We highly recommend this company and will use them further in the future."
"He is a great guy, did a perfect job, couldn't be happier! had wanted him to paint too, but due to family emergency I wasn't able to make that happen, My fault!"
"Fantastic. Booked only a week out from the call. Large professional crew arrived and did the entire roof in 7 hours. Clean up was complete. I didn't find so much as a nail. Payment was only requested after the job was done and I told them I was happy with the result. There were no hidden charges or BS. I wrote the check out for the exact amount on the estimate. Jerry's estimate came in from 1000 to 7000 dollars less than the other 5 estimates I got from Angie's list vendors. He's friendly, local, and great. No deficits to report."
"They called, set an appt, here promptly to look at job ( a small one installing an outlet in sun porch), gave price & were here at 8am /done !! Very friendly & personable."
Oxygen bleach uses hydrogen peroxide as a base and won’t harm wood when using it as a cleaner. On the other hand, chlorine bleach breaks down wood at the cellular level and causes irreversible harm. Although you may not see immediate damage to wood after exposing it to chlorine bleach, its strength and integrity are now compromised.
It’s often best to spray on deck sealer. Sprayers can apply sealant more quickly and evenly than rolling while still enabling you to reach tight spaces. When using a sprayer, always use a low-pressure setting at a close distance to ensure an even application. Avoid using sprayers on windy days.
The best paint for an older deck depends on the material and whether or not your deck already has a coat of paint. Generally, if your deck already has paint on it, you should choose the same type of paint when repainting the deck. For example, if an old deck has oil-based paint on it, stick with oil; if your deck has water-based paint, choose water-based paint.
The need for a topcoat on a painted deck depends on various factors, primarily the type of paint used and your desired level of protection. Many premium deck paint formulations are self-sealing, eliminating the necessity for an additional topcoat. These paints often have built-in additives that substantially protect against moisture, UV rays, and everyday wear and tear.
The best time to paint your deck is when temperatures are neither too cold (below 60 degrees) nor too hot (above 85 degrees). Always paint your deck when there’s no risk of rain. For fast-drying paint like acrylic or latex, ensure your deck can dry for at least four hours. Oil-based paints take longer to dry and may require 48 hours to completely cure.
The Diamond, MO homeowners’ guide to deck staining services
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The best time to stain a deck is when it’s dry but not too sunny. How often you restain a deck depends on climate and wood type, but every two to three years is normal.
