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Quality Painting
4.9(
24
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+4 more

Serving Dover, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Customers say: Super punctual

"Brian did an exceptional job painting the complete exterior of a wooden three story home. Quality work and within the agreed price. Highly recommended."
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+24

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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DLA Painting, LLC
4.8(
18
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+2 more

Serving Dover, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Donin and Dorian did a wonderful painting job! Everything--floors, carpets, furniture, etc.--was covered completely during the process, and the finished product was lovely. One would never know that there had ever been damage to the ceilings from Hurricane Florence. DLA Painting is the best. I would highly recommend them to anyone."
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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The Affordable Painter
4.7(
26
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Dover, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Mike did an excellent job painting our living, dining room and hallway. He was neat, cleaned up and moved furniture that needed to be moved. We would definitely hire him again!"
Shutters
Shutters
Shed
Shed
Bedroom

+16

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Looking Good Painting
5.0(
22
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Dover, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Warranties offered

Offers commercial services

"Yes. The repair was outstanding and I would hire the young man that did the work again"
Ashley Willis
Ashley Willis
Ashley Willis
Ashley Willis
Ashley Willis

+79

Recommended by66%of homeowners
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VALDEZ PAINTING
5.0(
7
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Dover, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Valdez painting does excellent work at a good pace, they listen to what the customer wants and then delivers a top notch product..We use them for projects small and larger with results the same.. From sheetrock work, staing and painting Valdez Painting can handle it..."
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Jeremy Williams
5.0(
12
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+3 more

Serving Dover, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jeremy was awesome! I came from out of town to do some upgrades on my parents bathroom and ran into some electrical issues. He was on time, came in and got right to business. Very professional and even went the extra mile to fix some minor safety issues. He worked until he was able to pinpoint issue which was so minor we all just laughed. Thank you, Jeremy!! Awesome job!!"
Response time2 days
Response rate90%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cameron Handyman
4.7(
18
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms

Serving Dover, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Cameron did an excellent job adjusting the shower door for my mom. Would highly recommend.. thanks."
Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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M&D Property Solutions
4.5(
23
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsPainting or Staining - Small Projects - For Business

Serving Dover, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Great honest contractors. They did my bathrooms, hot water heater, unclogged my house drain and they did a French drain so my basement is not wet anymore. I already hired them to do my whole roof in the spring. I will hire them anytime."
Master bedroom
Master bedroom
Front hall
Living area
Entry

+10

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Painting questions, answered by experts

You should stain both sides of your fence to get the full benefits. Fences often fall along property lines, so you may want to save a buck by leaving your neighbor’s side in the dust. If you do that, all you get is a slightly better view. Moisture and UV rays can still sneak in through the side that’s unpainted or worn down and damage your fence. Rot and rust will spread, even if you can’t see it from your side of the lawn.

Staining a fence is less expensive than painting a fence due to the cost of materials and the longevity of the finish. Stain not only lasts longer than paint without chipping or peeling, but you also won’t have to put in the extra time and cost to prime the surface first. 

Wood stains last anywhere from two to five years, depending on exposure to the elements, your local climate, the type of stain, and the surface it’s on. For instance, vertical surfaces last longer than horizontal surfaces. Some types of woods, like dense hardwoods, will require a recoat yearly, as they are too dense for the stain to absorb. In any event, apply a recoat every 2 to 4 years. As for storage, a can of unopened stain can last up to 5 years, though results may vary.

Wood stain is typically dry to the touch within 6 to 12 hours, but it is not fully cured at this point. You should wait at least 24 hours before applying a second coat or a protective finish. For surfaces like decks, avoid walking on them for at least 24 to 48 hours, and wait even longer before placing furniture. The full curing process can take from 24 hours to one week, depending on the type of stain. Factors like high humidity and cold temperatures can extend drying and curing times, so it's wise to allow for extra time in these conditions.

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’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.

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