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University Painters
4.8(
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Serving Columbia, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I can’t believe how quickly Felix, from Universty Painters, stained my deck with 2 coats of stain in 1 day. He was neat, tidy and proud of his work. I am a very satisfied customer of University Painters!!"
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+7

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Under the Sun Painting, LLC
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Serving Columbia, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

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"Mike is both professional and personable. He accepted the daunting task of painting my dark red cabinets white, and he did a fantastic job. He paid close atttention to detail, which made the finished product exceptional. I intend to use Under the Sun Painting for projects in the future."
Kitchen cabinets
Kitchen
Wall stripes
Two greens meet
Faux finish

+11

Response time2 days
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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360 Painting of York County
4.9(
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Serving Columbia, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"The best of the best. Gabe, Jen and the crew did an excellent job on painting our aluminum siding. They made sure we were happy. I will hire them again for my next project. Very professional, reasonably priced, friendly, all the positives. Definitely recommend their service."
Stair makeover
Exterior Painting
Door Repaint
Before & After
Bedroom repaint

+5

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TRG Home Improvements, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Columbia, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Tim went all out to do a fabulous job on my front porch and barn posts that had to be worked on. He was meticulous and detail oriented when he had to replace or repair rotted wood on both the front porches of my 1900 house and barn supports. I’m sure it was a challenge to replicate parts of the porch as well as solve other issues. I’d hire him in a heartbeat if another project surfaces."
Response time7 hrs
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JDW Property Solutions
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Serving Columbia, PA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Hired them for spring clean up, mulch and to mow for the season on a Friday. They came Monday did a great job! Lawn looks great! Highly recommend."
Home repair
Home repair
Home repair
Home repair
Home repair

+55

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
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Jim McDonnell Contracting LLC
4.9(
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Serving Columbia, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"David did an awesome job painting my porch, it looks great!! He was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. He was responsive to my request for a quote, was able to do the job in a timely manner (big win), covered everything to keep the mess to a minimum and cleaned up afterwards. Looking forward to being a repeat customer!"
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project

+33

Response time1 day
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Simpson's Painting and Repairs
4.6(
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Serving Columbia, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were great. Very communicative on arrival time, with quotes, with invoicing, and did all services exactly as they said they would and as good as we hoped. They were conscientious in their work, not finishing until it was exactly right...in fact they came back again to touch up some of the deck knowing they needed a certain spot to dry longer. Overall great guys and I'm looking forward to bringing them in again for the next project."
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Pressure Washing Project
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Painting - Interior Project

+36

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Yes, staining or sealing a cedar deck or fence is highly recommended to extend its lifespan, typically by five to 10 years. While cedar is naturally resistant to mold and mildew, it can still fall victim to moisture, sun exposure, and rot over time. Applying a treatment creates a protective shield that helps prevent splintering, fading, and decay, preserving the wood's strength and appearance. A combination stain and sealer often provides the best protection, as it soaks into the wood grain rather than just sitting on top. This offers superior defense against UV damage and rot and lasts longer than a sealer alone. To maintain the wood's natural look, consider using a near-translucent stain. You should plan to reapply the stain or sealer every two to three years.

When choosing between deck stain or paint, knowing what will last longer is important. Deck paint lasts longer than deck stain. With deck paint, you can get up to 10 years of coverage before you need to reapply. With deck stain, that time is significantly shorter at two to three years

Applying a sealer or topcoat after staining wood is highly recommended, though not always strictly required. A sealer protects the wood from moisture, UV rays, and weather-related issues, which is especially important for outdoor surfaces like decks and fences. It also enhances the stain's durability, prevents fading over time, and gives the wood a cleaner, more professional-looking finish. For some indoor applications, a sealer may not be necessary, depending on the type of stain used and the level of protection needed. It's always best to check the stain manufacturer's recommendations and consider the wood's intended use and exposure when deciding whether to apply a sealer.

In most cases, sanding an old deck before staining it is necessary to achieve a decent finish. If your old deck has a relatively new stain finish on it and you're only doing touch-ups, you can generally skip the sanding part. However, if your goal is to make the deck look and function better, sanding first is a must. 

If you don’t treat a cedar fence, it will turn from reddish brown to gray over time. You can keep the cedar from graying and retain its attractive, deep red color by sealing your cedar fence with a stain that keeps the wood’s oils in and serves as a barrier against the sun’s UV rays.

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