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NP Carpentry
4.8(
22
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"NPâ s painter, John painted my back deck and the steps and stairs connected to it. He did a fabulous job! He was thorough, attended to every detail, and the deck looks like new! I would definitely hire NP Carpntry for any future painting work!!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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True North Contracting
4.4(
96
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"True north installed decorative window trim on my colonial home. Costas showed up to quote as soon as I called and had the work going within days. The design on the window trim was intricate with dentil, flashings, and arch window moldings. It truly look amazing! Also the price was very reasonable and very fair."
Roof
Kitchen Reno
Finish
Ready for Grout
 Finished

+66

Response time7 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
B.G. Construction
4.2(
29
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"There are a lot of great things to say about Bill. First of all, he can do ANYTHING. Bill replaced siding, installed new plywood and Tyvec, painted my house and deck, built a new front porch, repaired and built new features on my back deck, eliminated rot, installed new gutters, re-insulated my basement, and even fixed a closet door in my house. He is a perfectionist and will treat your house like it is his own. Our house was in really rough shape before Bill came and now it looks stunning. We get compliments on it all the time. If you want someone that will do the job right, won't cut corners, and is a very nice person to work with - Bill is your guy."
Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Northern Ridge Painting & Remodeling, LLC
4.4(
162
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My project has just started. So far, I'm extremely impressed. The owner came out to give me an estimate, and discuss what I wanted for my home exterior staining. Very professional, courteous, and honest. The first stage of washing my home to prepare for staining was also impressive. The foreman who is overseeing the project arrived, and again reviewed everything that will take place. The crew then cleaned my home in only 2 hours! Again very impressive. Prior to leaving, they neatly stacked all the ladders that they used completely out of the way, which is even more important to me because I have a large dog on a run who loves to get into trouble with new objects in the yard. So far, I'm extremely happy with Northern Ridge and highly recommend them."
 Fully Finished
 Full Kitchen
 7
 Sunroom:  New Hardwood and Paint
Site-finished Red Oak

+79

Response time1 day
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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ECE Painting
4.7(
78
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"After 2 bad experiences with painting jobs over the years, we had given up hope of having a beautiful home exterior. I am so glad we found ECE. They were fantastic. They knew what our house needed -- mainly, a thorough and professional prepping, which we had not gotten before. They took their time to make sure it was done properly, including carpentry to replace old boards. They even worked with the paint store to make sure we got the exact color we wanted. I would recommend them without hesitation."
 Deck in Maine after prep
 one of the first flyers
 First coat door trim
 Swinging doors hand paitined
 ceiling in dining room before

+81

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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AO Painting
4.7(
13
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I would highly recommend this painter. He is personable and extremely hard working. His professionalism and reasonable rates are quite commendable, and he was very thorough in his prep work and in the review of his completed work."
Milton exterior
Milton exterior
Milton exterior
Milton exterior
Springvale

+12

Response time9 hrs
Response rate91%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ellis Painting & Co.
5.0(
14
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Levi and his crew painted our entire downstairs when we redid our kitchen. They did the baseboard, ceilings, and all the way up the stairs. They fixed the cracks in the walls and did such a great job. I highly recommend him. My cat, who likes to the be the center of attention, got a lot of entertainment from the painters and he (the cat) even got a Christmas card from Levi that year!"
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Big Al's Painting
4.7(
15
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had a rental unit that I wanted painted completely and also the wood cabinets. Big Al arrived on time and gave me an estimate. He then completed the job in a timely manner and the bill was the same as the estimate. No surprises just good quality workmanship and honest prices with a sense of humor and fun during the job. You canâ  t go wrong with this man."
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

If you have wood decking, there are several common deck problems that you might encounter. For example, your natural wood boards may fade over time due to things like sunlight, weather, and debris. On top of that, some types of wood decking can rot, grow mold, and attract destructive pests—including termites, carpenter ants, and woodpeckers.

For homes in areas with extreme weather, high heat, or intense sun exposure, high-quality acrylic paint is the best option. Acrylic paint is durable, resistant to both heat and cold, and provides a protective barrier with excellent UV resistance. For best results, look for acrylics that contain natural earth pigments, which are better suited for resisting sun damage. While oil-based paint is also durable, it can be prone to fading in high heat and can become too viscous to apply easily in cold temperatures. Additionally, choosing a neutral or light color like gray, beige, or white can help, as these colors absorb less heat than darker shades.

Wood stain is not flammable after it dries. The solvent in wood stain is what causes the liquid form to be highly flammable, but the stain drying process involves the solvents dissolving, which leaves behind a non-flammable product on your wood project. Wood stain is, however, flammable before you apply it, so you should always store partially full cans and used wood stain rags away from sources of heat and open flames.

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.

Hot, intense sunshine can cause your stain to dry too quickly, which could lead it to look uneven or patchy. If you’re staining the deck during hotter months, it’s best to do it in the morning or evening once the wood has had time to cool down. If you’re staining in cooler weather with less sunshine, the time of day won’t make as much of a difference.

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