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NP Carpentry
4.8(
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Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Im am very happy I found this company! Thanks Nick and Marshal for the outstanding work. Their quality/detail is unbeatable! They went above and beyond to meet my expectations. They had a tough job to fix a deck that someone else built so poorly. They explained what could be done, what could improve but also what couldnâ t be fixed entirely. The only thing was that my budged was tight, but I also requested other things outside the quote he gave me. The only thing I would do different next time was to purchase all the items in advance and ask them to install. That would create less trips for them to the store prior to initiate the service/project. Thanks Nick and Marshal with everything. I hope to hire you next time."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Missi Painting
4.9(
36
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Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Project was exterior paint and minor carpentry of medium sized home and stain and paint of a large deck. Project completed on time (only 1 rain delay) and team was very professional (clean, quiet, courteous, on time). Fernando was a good communicator as the project was underway, and let me know about major hurdles, but handled the minor stuff himself. The finished product looks fantastic."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A&L Painting & Cleaning LLC
5.0(
15
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Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Excellent. Very happy with the job done and the workers. They used high-quality materials and we had very good communication. They will soon be doing some interior painting for us."
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
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Painting - Interior Project

+64

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Trad3Mark Painting
5.0(
10
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Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jay and his team did a great job on my project. They were respectful of my time and space, keeping the job on track with the timeframe quoted to me. They were also one of the cleanest companies I have worked with. There was nothing left for me to do once they were done, but enjoy the space. I would highly recommend."
Response time2 days
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Seal-A-Deck
3.5(
49
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Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Customer service excellent;timely. Expedient in scheduling/completing deck project. Will consider using for future maintenance of deck. I was provided an estimated warranty for duration of staining and, of course, time will determine this. Would definitely consider contacting for future projects."
 Deck
 Wrap Around Deck
Deck/Stairs/Rail
Cedar Tone Finish
Mahogany Tone Finish

+12

86 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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True North Contracting
4.4(
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Serving Dover, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"My wife and I received 5 bids for our deck refinishing project. We asked for a detailed statement of work, and Costas provided us with a thorough and comprehensive list, and he won our business. He is professional, prompt, readily reachable, practical, and knowledgeable. We value his advice. He has a good team, and the work was completed on schedule, and the attention and care to detail is exemplary. We are 100% satisfied with the result, and will work with True North again."
Roof
Kitchen Reno
Finish
Ready for Grout
 Finished

+66

Response time4 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Northern Ridge Painting & Remodeling, LLC
4.4(
162
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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
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

A concrete overlay is often the most cost-effective way to resurface a pool deck. To do this, you’ll need to pour a thin layer of concrete over the existing pool deck, which you can customize by stamping or painting. A stamped concrete overlay provides additional traction on a pool deck that can help minimize the risk of people slipping and falling.

It’s best to use an exterior latex acrylic paint to promote maximum adhesion to composite decking. This flexible paint type can better cope with the natural expansion and contraction that can occur with composite deck boards. Oil-based paints won’t adhere as effectively and are more likely to crack and peel as the boards flex. Testing whether your chosen paint will stick on an inconspicuous section or a spare board is a good idea.

Yes, professionals offer slip-resistant options for added workplace safety.

Staining a deck with a rag is typically a better option than using a brush, as it helps the stain penetrate deeper into the wood. However, both brushes and rags are best reserved for detailed work because using these tools on an entire deck can require tediously crawling around on your hands and knees. A pad applicator, sprayer, or roller are preferred alternatives to applying stain over the majority of a deck. Use a rag for railings and other detailed work, and let the wood soak up as much of the stain as possible before wiping away drips or pools.

Satin paint is generally considered a better choice for woodwork—including trim, baseboards, cabinets, and doors—than flatter finishes like eggshell or matte. Its soft sheen enhances architectural details and stands up well to frequent cleaning and daily wear. Compared to eggshell and matte finishes, satin is more durable for high-touch areas because it is less porous and doesn't absorb dirt as easily. Matte finishes, in particular, are prone to scuffs and are harder to clean, making them less practical for surfaces like doors and cabinets.

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