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Paz Painting
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Paz painting was excellent. They did a great job with some repairs to rotten fascia boards and then painted our entire two story house. Quality of the job was very good and Paz painting was very professional and easy to work with. Price was also very competitive as compared with two other quotes we got."
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Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Xtreme Painting LLC
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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"Juan and his crew were extremely professional and did a great painting job for us. We had exterior foundation painted along with some porch railing and posts. They also painted a large bathroom and stairwell including several companion walls. Work was done thoroughly. Everything we asked them to do was complete and well done. Juan and his crew had a pleasant attitude. Also they showed up when they said, and worked the entire day. I would definitely have them back to do more painting and I highly recommend them."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Xtreme Painting, LLC
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Juan and crew were very professional, early and completed the work even better than expected. The exterior paint job was exceptional. Everything was cleaned up at the end of the day. I will have them back for additional paint jobs."
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Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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KK Custom Painting
4.8(
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Great service. We needed to have our house and barn stained (cedar siding) and painted (trim). We also needed some carpentry repair. Kelvin walked all over our roof to make sure he identified all of the trim repair needed and gave us a detailed list. He also made certain that the stain he used matched what was put on last time. The end result was excellent. The house looks great and the price was quite reasonable. I highly recommend them."
Response time1 day
62 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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JK Custom Painting Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

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Warranties offered

"JK Custom Painting is professional and reliable. They did an amazing job on painting our home and completed the job within the opposed timeframe. I highly recommend JK Custom Painting Inc."
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Response time2 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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HM Painting & Drywall, LLC
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"? I recently hired HM Painting & Drywall LLC to paint a few rooms in my home, and they did an excellent job! The team was professional, on time, and paid great attention to detail. The walls look amazing, and the whole process was smooth from start to finish. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality painting work."
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Brothers Carpentry & Paint
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brothers company was by far the easiest company I ever worked with. Theyâ re integrity, reliability, and honesty really put them at forefront of painter and Carpentry. We had a lot of wood rot, Carlos was very thorough making sure he found all the rot and made sure I saw it and understood each steps. They also painted the house and stain the deck. My deck never looked so good!"
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Response time3 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Paint EZ of Durham
5.0(
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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"Michelle came out and did my quote, she was very thorough and made sure the quality was up to my standard! She checked behind the contractors so that eased my mind (I’ve had painting where the contractors messed up my walls and I had to hire a WHOLE other company just to fix it.) Also loved how they made sure the paint didn’t get in places they shouldn’t be. Need to get my porch painted next, so listen for my call !!"
Response time1 day
Response rate97%
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Miguel Home Improvement, LLC
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

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Warranties offered

"Miguel was so great to work with. He replaced all of our wood siding with Hardie Plank and then painted our home. He and his crew worked so quickly and did an incredible job! Miguel was so kind, well-priced, and did quality work. We will definitely use him again in the future and will be recommending him to others!"
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Painting questions, answered by experts

Stains penetrate wood best when it's cool and dry, so you want to avoid moisture. If the wood is wet upon application, or if it rains before the stain dries, the water will soak into the wood and displace the staining solution. This leads to a flaky and blotchy look, which is the opposite of a sumptuous even coat. Once the stain has fully cured, after about 3 days, rain shouldn’t cause you any problems.

There are several ways to make a wooden fence more visually appealing and keep it that way for years to come.

  • Treat the fence with a wood sealant to protect it against the elements. It’s recommended to reseal a fence every two to three years, but if you live in a harsh climate, you may want to do it more frequently than that.

  • Restore the fence if it’s old, corroding, or fading. That includes cleaning it and making small repairs where needed.

  • Paint the fence in a color that you like, whether that’s a simple white or more vibrant option. Fences usually need to be repainted every one to three years.

  • Decorate the fence with planters, string lights, birdhouses, mirrors, shutters, and more.

Typically, a fence requires one to two coats of stain. The exact number can vary depending on the porosity of the wood. For specific guidance, it's best to check the manufacturer's instructions. After applying the first coat and letting it dry completely, you can assess the finish. If it appears patchy, uneven, or you want a more saturated color, a second coat is recommended. An extra coat can also help cover lap marks.

Overall costs depend on the fence height and length, prep work required, and labor if hiring professionals, ranging between $1 and $4 per square foot.

Moisture and rot are the largest threat to wooden fences. Stain can help your wood fence last 15 to 20 years, but only if you choose a stain with waterproofing qualities or add a sealant. Oil-based stains create a thicker moisture barrier than water-based stains, though both are mold and mildew resistant. You’ll generally need to re-stain your fence every one to eight years to get full protection.

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