What is included in exterior house painting?

• <div><p>Generally, these steps are included in exterior house painting:</p><ul><li><p>Prepping and protecting the areas not being painted</p></li><li><p>Scraping away loose paint</p></li><li><p>Cleaning off dirt, grease, and debris</p></li><li><p>Caulking gaps and openings</p></li><li><p>Priming with a quality paint primer</p></li><li><p>Painting the prepared areas, including trim and accents with chosen <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/best-types-exterior-paint.htm">paint finish</a></p></li><li><p>Adding a second coat</p></li><li><p>Cleaning up the site and disposing of tape, plastic, and drop cloths</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: How do you know if stain is dry?

• <div><p>Hold off on walking across your freshly stained deck for at least 24 to 48 hours and even longer before setting down furniture or planters. Drying time can stretch depending on humidity and temperature, so give it extra time when in doubt. Also, remember that even though your stained deck may feel dry to the touch, it can take 24 hours to one week to cure fully, based on the type of stain used.</p></div>

Q: Can you put too much sealer on a deck?

• <div><p>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. </p></div>

Q: Do I need to remove old stains before restaining a deck?

• <div><p>Yes, it&rsquo;s best to remove the previous coat of stain from your deck before restaining it, especially if the surface is in bad condition. Restaining on top of an old coat can lead to an uneven surface, as the new stain won&rsquo;t fully soak into the deck material. That said, if your deck is in excellent condition, you may be able to get away with just cleaning the surface instead of sanding it and removing the old stain. If you choose not to remove the previous coat, it&rsquo;s best to use the same type of stain for the new layer. </p></div>

Q: What kind of wood stain should I choose?

• <div><p>Opt for an interior wood stain that is rated for your type of wood. Consider your personal style preferences as well as the overall use of the room when choosing a color. Remember, the color you see at the store may look different on your actual floors once applied. This is why if you have the chance, it&rsquo;s helpful to test a few options on a scrap piece of wood in the room first. Once you narrow it down, you can test a small patch on an inconspicuous area in the room to see it on the actual floors. </p></div>

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Last update on October 06, 2025

Reviewed in April 2023
Did a great job on repairing our deck. Very dependable and responsible. Finished quickly with a quality outcome.
JR Construction & Woodworking
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Reviewed in November 2017
I contracted for a Whole House and Covered Deck re-stain. Our agreement clearly stated SAME material is to be used on both house and deck. Rhodes Custom Finishes stained my deck as agreed but switched the house finish from re-stain to paint without my prior authorization or so much as a consult....
Rhodes Custom Finishes Painting Co.
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Reviewed in August 2017
The technician came out to snake the tub drain which was draining slowly. He used a motor powered cable to snake it. It was very rough and I could feel the vibrations from it all the way outside on the deck. When I went downstairs, there was water pouring from the ceiling and down the walls of...
The Sewer Pros
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Reviewed in May 2013
This spring, we wanted to hire a pressure washing company to clean our house, garage and porch. After making several calls to companies in our area and getting either no response or a rude response, I was fortunate enough to find this company. I called and left a voice mail on a Sunday...
Clean & Seal Power Washing LLC
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Reviewed in August 2012
The price was good and the work was excellent. The person who did the work was very friendly, personable and professional. He did the work in a timely manner. They also washed my porch rails and deck and charged extra for that.
JW Powerwashing LLC
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Reviewed in May 2012
They were good. They were pretty quick and pretty reasonable. We had a heat wave early last June in St. Louis and that's when my air conditioner chose to go out. They got me a new one pretty quick. I live near the lakeside right up the tree tops so there is nice breeze that comes off the lake...
C&S Heating And Cooling
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Reviewed in November 2009
I was able to schedule an appointment for a bid quickly at a time that was convenient for me. The handyman was polite and thorough in his inspection and questions. We had to reschedule the work once due to weather, but he came within a week of the original appointment. I liked that he showed me...
Handyman Connection of Chesterfield
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Reviewed in July 2008
AWESOME! The work was done in a timely manor. They had everything laid out and discussed with us ahead of time. We liked the was they used their time. They started with the deck but if it was a rainy day they would pull off that and work on the bath that day, I really liked the down to earth...
Pro-To-Call LLC
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Complete Decks and Renovations

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Complete Decks and Renovations believes in developing and maintaining a long-term relationship with our customers, and your complete satisfaction with our services is our greatest concern. And YES WE DO HAVE INSURANCE .. Did you know an uninsured worker can SUE YOU should they get injured on your property? complete decks and renovations removes all risk and delivers quality results along with extremely competitive pricing on every job we do. We offer deck repair, deck construction, deck refinishing, fence refinishing, Custom deck builds, Basement finishing, Home additions, Tile flooring,Bathroom renovations, kitchen renovations, backsplashes, custom showers, vinyl plank flooring, carpet,patio cleaning, house washes,driveway cleaning,and much more! We do not offer window washing services

"The work was done well and as described in the initial bid. I was kept informed of the timeframe for starting and completing the work throughout the process. We are pleased with the repair and staining of our deck and sealing of our cedar fence."

Marlene L on September 2025

"The work was done well and as described in the initial bid. I was kept informed of the timeframe for starting and completing the work throughout the process. We are pleased with the repair and staining of our deck and sealing of our cedar fence."

Marlene L on September 2025

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