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Q: How do you prevent a fence from becoming dirty?

• <div><p>To prevent a fence from becoming dirty, hose it down weekly and after every time you mow the lawn. This will prevent algae from being able to feed on grass clippings. You should also wash your fence once per season and trim plants so they don&rsquo;t touch it. As a precautionary measure, you can treat your fence with a coating of a mold prevention product.</p></div>

Q: Can I leave a cedar fence untreated?

• <div><p>A cedar fence will actually last quite a long time even if you don&rsquo;t treat it with stain. In fact, you can expect to get between 15 and 30 years out of an untreated cedar fence. However, if you want to preserve its color and extend its life, treat it with a combination stain and sealer every three to five years.</p></div>

Q: How often does a fence need to be painted?

• <div><p>You should repaint your fence every <b>1 to 3 years</b>, depending on the appearance of wear and tear. Weather and usage will factor into how often you should paint another coat on your fence. If you need to replace a few fence boards or posts, you may want to consider repainting the fence to help protect the rest of the fence as well as the new pieces against damage and deterioration from being exposed to the elements.</p></div>

Q: How long does paint last on wood?

• <div><p>The longevity of paint on wood depends on factors like the quality of the paint, surface preparation, exposure to elements, and maintenance. Exterior paint on wood surfaces can last 5 to 15 years or more with proper care and maintenance. Interior paint tends to have a longer life span, often 10 years or more. Regular cleaning, touch-ups, and addressing any issues like peeling or cracking can extend the life of the paint. </p></div>

Q: Can you paint a metal fence?

• <div><p>You shouldn't paint a metal fence. Painting doesn't necessarily damage a corrugated metal fence, but these types of fences are meant to flex, and paint can easily chip and break off. Latex paints can address this issue, but those tend not to be very weather-resistant. Certain paints can trap moisture in the corrugation, which can rust the metal and lead to corrosion. And finally, if you paint a copper fence, it won't patina, which is one of the main reasons people buy copper. </p></div>

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Last update on January 13, 2025

Reviewed in January 2025
They did a great job. They were hindered by some cold weather moving in but they roughed it out and got the job done right.
Infinite Repair
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Reviewed in December 2024
Great job. Left no mess behind.
SirVent STL
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Reviewed in November 2023
Samuel was very thorough and did a great job! I didn’t get a good report but I would definitely hire him again. I talked with him today and he was so kind as he was Saturday. Great young man!
Sam's Home and Commercial Inspectors
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Reviewed in November 2023
I was very iffy with hiring someone to clean my home due to my pickiness but I gave them a chance and I can honestly say I’d definitely hire them again my house smelt so good and fresh and clean I was amazed! Very professional but easy and understandable easy to communicate with and was on time...
J & Bs heavenly cleaning services
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Reviewed in August 2023
The technician (Hunter) was very professional and find the problem right away. He had it up and running very quickly. I'm very thankful.
Aire Solutions
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Reviewed in September 2022
It was a good job, took some time but he finished it properly
Bnb handyman services
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Reviewed in September 2022
They were efficient and accomplished work in a timely manner. They were very polite and very professional. I would highly recommend them and will hire them again if needed.
JB's Welding Service
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Reviewed in September 2022
Hard workers, courteous , knowledgeable . They have helped me with a good number of projects and also mow my lawn. I can recommended their services with confidence. You wonÃ Â¢Ã Â Ã Â t be disappointed.
Edgy Services
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Reviewed in October 2021
Mr. Dixon is truly unbelievable. There just aren't words to express how impressed we are by his service, generosity, skills, and knowledge. Evwrything was just so quick and easy. He drastically exceeded our expectations in every way, and we weren't even there to tell him what we wanted....
Dixon Concrete and Construction
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Reviewed in September 2021
Outstanding experience from beginning to end and beyond. Couldn't ask fore more considerate empathetic genuine desire to make my life more comfortable! Bernie's A++ in our lives. Perfect customer service skills and knowledge of his field. Thank GOD there are people like him to keep the hopes of...
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Preston's Painting & Staining

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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+2 more

Serving Ellsinore, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Preston and Heidi did a fantastic job painting for us. We hired them to paint our babyâ s nursery and it turned out beautifully. They were both very respectful of our time and our home and the job was finished right on time. Highly recommend!"

+16

Response time1 day

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Ellsinore, MO and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"They did an amazing job installing my cabinets! Everything looks great, and you can tell they take pride in their work. They were professional, friendly, and paid close attention to detail. I’m very happy with how everything turned out and would definitely recommend them to anyone needing cabinets installed. Great job!"

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Legit painting & construction llc

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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Ellsinore, MO and surrounding areas

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25 years + painting experience. Satisfaction guaranteed

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Payne's Handyman Services

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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargePainting or Staining - Small ProjectsPainting or Staining - Small Projects - For Business

Serving Ellsinore, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

At Payne's Handyman Services our passion and experience shine through on every job, big or small. We pride ourselves on attention to detail and building long-lasting business relationships with our clients. Call today for a free estimate!

Response time3 days

Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+7 more

Serving Ellsinore, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Quality work and in timely manner"

+101

Recommended by83%of homeowners

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Sanders Painting and Repair

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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+1 more

Serving Ellsinore, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

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"They were very courteous and on time."

Response time8 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Southern Grace Exteriors

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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Ellsinore, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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Emergency services offered

"They did a great job."

Recommended by92%of homeowners

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Siding Repair Systems

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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Ellsinore, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Things went well. The work was done meticulously. They cleaned up every day and communicated well as to any stoppage. i.e. Weather stopped job for two days and I was called to inform me. All nail holes were painted to match the color scheme. The bottom line: my home looks fantastic."

Recommended by89%of homeowners

Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Ellsinore, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, \nintegrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best \nto keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look \nforward to earning your business!

Response time2 days

Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+7 more

Serving Ellsinore, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

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"It was excellent. They got the work done quickly, they were very respectful, communicative and they work a lot of time."

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Painting questions, answered by experts

To prevent a fence from becoming dirty, hose it down weekly and after every time you mow the lawn. This will prevent algae from being able to feed on grass clippings. You should also wash your fence once per season and trim plants so they don’t touch it. As a precautionary measure, you can treat your fence with a coating of a mold prevention product.

A cedar fence will actually last quite a long time even if you don’t treat it with stain. In fact, you can expect to get between 15 and 30 years out of an untreated cedar fence. However, if you want to preserve its color and extend its life, treat it with a combination stain and sealer every three to five years.

You should repaint your fence every 1 to 3 years, depending on the appearance of wear and tear. Weather and usage will factor into how often you should paint another coat on your fence. If you need to replace a few fence boards or posts, you may want to consider repainting the fence to help protect the rest of the fence as well as the new pieces against damage and deterioration from being exposed to the elements.

The longevity of paint on wood depends on factors like the quality of the paint, surface preparation, exposure to elements, and maintenance. Exterior paint on wood surfaces can last 5 to 15 years or more with proper care and maintenance. Interior paint tends to have a longer life span, often 10 years or more. Regular cleaning, touch-ups, and addressing any issues like peeling or cracking can extend the life of the paint.

You shouldn't paint a metal fence. Painting doesn't necessarily damage a corrugated metal fence, but these types of fences are meant to flex, and paint can easily chip and break off. Latex paints can address this issue, but those tend not to be very weather-resistant. Certain paints can trap moisture in the corrugation, which can rust the metal and lead to corrosion. And finally, if you paint a copper fence, it won't patina, which is one of the main reasons people buy copper.

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