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Q: When is the best time to stain a deck?

• <div><p>You&rsquo;ll want to avoid excessively hot or humid conditions, so it&rsquo;s best to apply your stain in late spring to early fall. It's also important to watch the weather forecast and aim for days when there isn&rsquo;t rain expected for at least three days. For new decks, allow the wood to season beforehand for at least four to eight weeks. </p></div>

Q: What lasts longer on a deck, stain or paint?

• <div><p>When choosing between deck stain or paint, knowing what will last longer is important. Deck paint lasts longer than deck stain. With deck paint, you can get up to <b>10 years</b> of coverage before you need to reapply. With deck stain, that time is significantly shorter at <b>two to three years</b>. </p></div>

Q: How long does exterior paint need to dry before it rains?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s necessary for paint to completely dry before exposure to rain, and that drying time varies by the type of paint used. Oil-based paint takes 6 to 8 hours to dry on average, meaning that&rsquo;s the minimum time needed between the last brush stroke and the first raindrop. Latex paint dries faster at around 1 hour, and acrylic paint is even quicker, usually drying in about 30 minutes. If rain is in the forecast, check the paint manufacturer's details before laying on a new coat. </p></div>

Q: What happens if you put too much stain on a deck?

• <div><p>Ultimately, overapplication of stain can compromise the deck's appearance, durability, and longevity. It may result in an uneven finish, with excess stain pooling, dripping, or drying into thick patches. It can also obscure the wood's natural grain and texture, detracting from the desired aesthetic. Moreover, excessive staining may not fully penetrate the wood, leading to poor adhesion and premature wear. Additionally, thick layers of stain are prone to peeling, cracking, and blistering as they struggle to bond with the surface. </p></div>

Q: How often do I need to seal my deck?

• <div><p>You should seal your deck every one to two years, but you&rsquo;ll also need to clean and repair your wood deck throughout the seasons. You may want to hire a local house cleaning service to sweep and clean the deck thoroughly. These <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-hire-house-cleaner.htm">cleaning services cost</a> around $50 per hour.</p><p>Inspect your deck at least once a year, and if you notice any damage or rot, expect to spend about $10 to $50 for simple DIY fixes or about $2,000 for professional repairs on more extensive damage.</p></div>

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Amazing job, never had my siding look more white in my life. 15 year old siding and it looks like it just came fresh from the distributor again. For sure going to have them come back every year to make it look brand new again.
First Due Outdoor Services
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Reviewed in March 2026
YB Asphalt Maintenance did a great job on my asphalt repair and patch. The work was completed quickly and professionally, and the finished result looks smooth and solid. They showed up on time, communicated well, and made sure everything was done right. I’d definitely recommend them to anyone...
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Reviewed in March 2025
J&D forestry service is the best guys for your job. They?re legit and truly know forestry. If you need stump removal, grading or other work give them a call. You will not be disappointed. Plus both guys are veterans.
J & D FORESTRY SERVICES LLC
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Reviewed in November 2024
Tom and Tony did a great job painting our fascia, soffits and garage doors. Rogers Painting showed up and finished the job within the time frame they originally gave us. Rare these days! Very nice people to do business with.
Rogers Painting
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Reviewed in February 2024
I hired them to put floor in my man cave and they did great. They came in and got straight to work and was able to get it done pretty quickly and they cleaned up and it looks great would highly recommend.
MO JOINERS LLC
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Reviewed in April 2023
He cleaned my pipes and power washed my husband's deck. Hard worker for sure. I'll be keeping in contact with Adam
Parmentier's Power-Washing
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Reviewed in October 2022
Lawn care, landscaping, built our deck and storage shed! He is very particular!
DC Contracting
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Reviewed in November 2021
Travis and crew cleared an acre of trees and regarded in less than three days. Excellent job! Very professional.
TNT Underground Construction
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Reviewed in September 2020
It was outstanding. He came in and got rid of the stain that someone else couldn't take it out. The owner was very nice.
Certified Floor Care by Andy
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Reviewed in September 2020
Rod did an awesome job on repairing my deck. Even did it in the rain. 5 Stars!
Cooper's Handyman Services, LLC
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LJC Painting

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"Perfect. Recommended a new color of stain for our cedar siding. Did the job in about 5 - 6 hours on a Saturday"

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Mas Paint Contracting

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"Great service, great job. Would definitely hire again"

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"They did an excellent job. They were very thorough, detailed oriented and they cleaned up well after the work was done. I would highly recommend them and I would definitely use them again."

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"The estimate and the people doing it was good. They knew what they were talking about and took their time. They said the work would start early February before they can start, which is fine its no rush. But we would appreciate if they could just give us a date. My wife has chased them down and they haven't gotten back to her. Just keep us in the loop, we shouldn't have to chase them down. We understand if the weather delayed or a set back. Its not hard to make a call or send an email."

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Quality Affordable Painting

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"Absolutely wonderful. They where great to work with and did a great job"

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Premier Restoration Services LLC

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"They did an awesome job! Professional and quick to arrive. We would definitely use again and highly recommend to others!"

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"I was very impressed with the owner and his employees.They went out of their way to do everything that I asked and were very professional.The owner came back and checked everything and did any touch ups that were needed.I will use this company again.I would recommend them to anyone."

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

You’ll want to avoid excessively hot or humid conditions, so it’s best to apply your stain in late spring to early fall. It's also important to watch the weather forecast and aim for days when there isn’t rain expected for at least three days. For new decks, allow the wood to season beforehand for at least four to eight weeks.

When choosing between deck stain or paint, knowing what will last longer is important. Deck paint lasts longer than deck stain. With deck paint, you can get up to 10 years of coverage before you need to reapply. With deck stain, that time is significantly shorter at two to three years.

It’s necessary for paint to completely dry before exposure to rain, and that drying time varies by the type of paint used. Oil-based paint takes 6 to 8 hours to dry on average, meaning that’s the minimum time needed between the last brush stroke and the first raindrop. Latex paint dries faster at around 1 hour, and acrylic paint is even quicker, usually drying in about 30 minutes. If rain is in the forecast, check the paint manufacturer's details before laying on a new coat.

Ultimately, overapplication of stain can compromise the deck's appearance, durability, and longevity. It may result in an uneven finish, with excess stain pooling, dripping, or drying into thick patches. It can also obscure the wood's natural grain and texture, detracting from the desired aesthetic. Moreover, excessive staining may not fully penetrate the wood, leading to poor adhesion and premature wear. Additionally, thick layers of stain are prone to peeling, cracking, and blistering as they struggle to bond with the surface.

You should seal your deck every one to two years, but you’ll also need to clean and repair your wood deck throughout the seasons. You may want to hire a local house cleaning service to sweep and clean the deck thoroughly. These cleaning services cost around $50 per hour.

Inspect your deck at least once a year, and if you notice any damage or rot, expect to spend about $10 to $50 for simple DIY fixes or about $2,000 for professional repairs on more extensive damage.

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