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Q: What other projects should I do at the same time as gutter painting?

• <div><p>Most gutter painting pros also specialize in complete home exterior painting. You may save by making your gutter painting part of the cost to paint the exterior of a house in its entirety. Many people have all parts of their home exterior painted simultaneously to keep everything looking equally fresh. Consider having walls, trim, porches, shutters, and doors painted as well.</p></div>

Q: How long before you can walk on a painted deck?

• <div><p>It's okay to walk on a newly painted deck after about four to six hours as long as the weather has been dry. Be sure to wait at least 24 hours before you place any outdoor furniture or grills on a freshly painted deck, though.</p></div>

Q: What costs are associated with exterior painting or staining?

• <div><p>Pricing depends on prep work, paint/stain choice, area size, scaffolding needs, and detailed trim inclusions like precision-balanced windowsills.</p></div>

Q: Should I brush or roll stain on wood?

• <div><p>Whether to brush or roll stain on wood depends on the project and your preference. Brushing is ideal for smaller, intricate areas and offers more control over the application, ensuring thorough coverage and penetration into the wood's grain. </p><p>Conversely, rolling is efficient for more extensive, flat surfaces and can save time. However, it is not always the best fit for textured or uneven wood. Some projects may benefit from combining both methods, using a brush for detail work and a roller for broader areas. Ultimately, the choice between brushing and rolling depends on the specific requirements of your staining project.</p></div>

Q: How do you keep pressure-treated wood from rotting?

• <div><p>Various kinds of substances and deck preservatives act as protective coatings for wood to prevent rot, which is caused by water getting into the wood and creating cracks and splits. Stains, paints, and sealants are the three best options to protect your wood, but there are also oils, varnishes, and waxes available. You&rsquo;ll need to reapply sealant at least once per year, and you should <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-often-should-i-inspect-my-deck.htm">inspect your wood deck</a> regularly to look for signs of damage or general wear and tear.</p></div>

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Last update on August 30, 2025

Reviewed in August 2025
He was very quick to respond and came and had the bathrooms painted within a few days. At a very reasonable price as well!
Lex's Renovations
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Reviewed in August 2025
JRS, Services did a good job installing siding on our property. They responded quickly to any questions and concerns I had. And they took care of any defects that I have may seen. The property was cleaned well of debris and nails. I definitely would reach out for any future projects.
JRS Services
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Reviewed in February 2024
I had Brandon paint the entire interior of my new home before I moved in. His service was exceptional. He always maintained great communication throughout the entire project. This lead to no surprises and he was able to get the job done very quickly. Very pleased with his work. I will use him...
Brandangelo's Painting
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Reviewed in February 2022
I contacted Jacob about re-grading and adding more gravel to my 180ft driveway. He graded it to get the potholes leveled out and brought in 15 ton of stone to add to it. Packed down great and we have not had any issues with standing water or ruts from driving on it with our cars. Will definitely...
Lehnhardt's Landscaping and Snow Plowing
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Reviewed in October 2021
Aaron was very professional and did a great job cleaning the roof of my garage to where it looks like new! I live in the woods, so the shingles have a tendency to stain. His solution took it right off. He also did my concrete walk, making it look brand new.
Solomon SoftWash
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Reviewed in August 2021
My porch/deck is very nice. I am very satisfied so far. Zach is. Returning to fix width of one step and I appreciate that.
Back Wood Custom Builds LLC
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Reviewed in June 2021
High quality sealant, hard working
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Reviewed in September 2020
On time, on budget, excellent workmanship. Gave us suggestions, that we took, that improved our deck replacement project. They were respectful of us, each other and the work project.We highly recommend them and are having them back for other smaller projects.
Linkey's Handyman and Home Improvement
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Reviewed in September 2020
Super good! On time, on budget, excellent workmanship. Gave us ideas to make the deck better. Courteous gentleman. We are having them come back to do more projects.
Linkey's Handymen & Home Improvement
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Reviewed in July 2014
Cory Wheeler did most of the work himself, with help from his assistant Mike, except for his siding crew. I just don't think there are enough words to describe how they have made all my dreams come true. I called Galaxie for an estimate of 10 new windows, as I have old ones from the 50's. Cory...
Galaxie Construction
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Veteran's Home Maintenance, LLC

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Serving Fostoria, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1973

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Emergency services offered

"Everything was done professionally and they worked with us by communicating and pointing out issues as they came about. We will definitely use them again on our next round of repairs . Very reasonably priced. Did a lot of small jobs for us but everything turned out just great!"

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Ohio Painting Professionals

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Serving Fostoria, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Hard working! They did a great job in my home and I would definitely use them again for my painting needs. Great workers!"

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Bill Ward Painting and Decorating Company

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Serving Fostoria, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

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Customers say: Quick response

"He does a great job"

+35

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NWO Exterior Cleaning

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Serving Fostoria, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Offers commercial services

NWO Exterior Cleaning is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. We have been in business since 2022, and our accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of the interests of our customers and make their concerns the basis of our business

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I’m a one-stop shop for all your maintenance needs, with a knack for tech and a wide range of skills in various trades. Nothing too big to tackle and nothing too simple I won’t accept. Not to mention I can promise to beat larger companies and there estimates every single time\n\n

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CleanServ Carpet and Janitorial LLC

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Serving Fostoria, OH and surrounding areas

"Wonderful , he did a great job for the amount of animal stains"

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Serving Fostoria, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Dustin came over New Yearâ s day evening to help fix a problem with my washer and dryer. He is friendly, skilled and reasonably priced. I would definitely hire him again!"

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Dave's Handyman Express

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Serving Fostoria, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I was charged $25 additional for the distance of my residence from Dave's home. He sprayed the gutters out, but left some mess on the lawn. He was timely, and arrived when he said he would.
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+23

Recommended by84%of homeowners

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Above All Renovations

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Serving Fostoria, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Roger was fast and meticulous"

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Response time2 days

Recommended by75%of homeowners

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Bazell Maintenance & Remodeling

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Serving Fostoria, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Initiall call returned in one day and service was completed as promised. crew of carpenters was excellent and fun to have working... certainly saved us from a lot of labor that we were not quite willing to do ourselves.

UPDATE-6/6/15:

We used this company in the past for a roofing job that has since gone wrong, without appropriate follow-up or resolution from Bazell Maintenance & Remodeling. The door portion of the job in this review was originally very good, but as of now, you can hardly get the door open without yanking the knob off. I have yet to receive any resolution on this issue, either."

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Most gutter painting pros also specialize in complete home exterior painting. You may save by making your gutter painting part of the cost to paint the exterior of a house in its entirety. Many people have all parts of their home exterior painted simultaneously to keep everything looking equally fresh. Consider having walls, trim, porches, shutters, and doors painted as well.

It's okay to walk on a newly painted deck after about four to six hours as long as the weather has been dry. Be sure to wait at least 24 hours before you place any outdoor furniture or grills on a freshly painted deck, though.

Pricing depends on prep work, paint/stain choice, area size, scaffolding needs, and detailed trim inclusions like precision-balanced windowsills.

Whether to brush or roll stain on wood depends on the project and your preference. Brushing is ideal for smaller, intricate areas and offers more control over the application, ensuring thorough coverage and penetration into the wood's grain.

Conversely, rolling is efficient for more extensive, flat surfaces and can save time. However, it is not always the best fit for textured or uneven wood. Some projects may benefit from combining both methods, using a brush for detail work and a roller for broader areas. Ultimately, the choice between brushing and rolling depends on the specific requirements of your staining project.

Various kinds of substances and deck preservatives act as protective coatings for wood to prevent rot, which is caused by water getting into the wood and creating cracks and splits. Stains, paints, and sealants are the three best options to protect your wood, but there are also oils, varnishes, and waxes available. You’ll need to reapply sealant at least once per year, and you should inspect your wood deck regularly to look for signs of damage or general wear and tear.

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