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Avatar for Ivan's Painting and Restoration
Ivan's Painting and Restoration
4.9(
103
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Serving Lancaster, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Ivan was very professional. He power washed the deck and stained it, power washed the siding to remove green, power washed the downstairs patio and sealed it and filled in cracks and gaps with cement. did some re-sealing on the deck and front porch. I was very pleased with the work Ivan did and highly recommend him."
In process
Custom color bedroom
Before and after
Commercial Office with faux finish just painted
Custom exterior door stained and clear-coated

+145

Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ochoas Constructions LLC
5.0(
30
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Serving Lancaster, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was awesome! Juan was so nice and personable. I met him as he was staining my neighbors deck and asked if he would do mine. He came over, I picked a color and he came the next day and completed the job. It looks great! Totally satisfied. He does lots of other work and I’ll be hiring him again for sure."
Painting - Interior Project
Exterior Painting Project
Exterior painting
Exterior Painting Project
Deck

+115

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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University Painters
4.8(
238
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Serving Lancaster, 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
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Under the Sun Painting, LLC
4.8(
22
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Serving Lancaster, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I can not say enough good things about Mike and his helper. He is very professional and does an excellent job. He communicates very well and keeps you informed of exactly what is happening and when he will arrive. He not only did the power washing of the deck, house and sidewalk, but also fixed the patio that was sinking in several areas. He saw that the piping under the patio was cut and replaced it. I am so happy with the job they have done. I am glad I found him. I have a lot more projects that I am anxious for him to complete."
Kitchen cabinets
Kitchen
Wall stripes
Two greens meet
Faux finish

+11

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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David Sauder Renovations and Property Maintenance, LLC
4.8(
24
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Serving Lancaster, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"David did drywall replacement in my living room dining room, he installed laminate flooring in my living room,dining room,he rebuilt my deck, and did work to my hallway and bathroom, his work is amazing, cleans up after himself, on time, and the prices are reasonable, even with miscommunications he is very flexible. If I could give him 10 Stars I would"
Existing kitchen
Existing kitchen
Kithcen carpet
Mid demo
Completion of kitchen

+133

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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The Driveway Lady LLC
4.2(
254
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Serving Lancaster, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Response was prompt, came as scheduled. Our driveway is in bad shape but we weren’t ready to replace. Jean and her helper did a great job sealing and filling in the cracks. (We’re aware this is a temporary fix as they’ll return). Looks great considering the condition it was in. The work was meticulously done. Not splatters, stains anywhere. Sidewalk and garage doors perfectly clean. Would definitely hire again."
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+36

Response time2 days
Response rate99%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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VZ Painting LLC
4.7(
34
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Serving Lancaster, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They put the paint on the walls and woodwork, not on the floors! They did a great job. They where done ahead on schedule. They explained what they had planned every day. I will hire them again when I need something painted!"
Lancaster City Home
Lancaster City Home
Lancaster City Home
Lancaster City Home
Bathroom

+34

Response time2 days
Response rate90%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Costs depend on coating type, labor, site preparation, and required finishes.

Applying too much sealer to a deck might seem like extra protection, but it can cause more harm than good. Wood is a porous material with a limited capacity to absorb liquids. When you go overboard with sealer, the excess can't soak in and instead forms a film on the surface. This leftover layer is prone to peeling, cracking, and trapping moisture, ultimately defeating the purpose of sealing in the first place. 

Wood stains last anywhere from two to five years, depending on exposure to the elements, your local climate, the type of stain, and the surface it’s on. For instance, vertical surfaces last longer than horizontal surfaces. Some types of woods, like dense hardwoods, will require a recoat yearly, as they are too dense for the stain to absorb. In any event, apply a recoat every 2 to 4 years. As for storage, a can of unopened stain can last up to 5 years, though results may vary.

When applying multiple coats, wait four to six hours for each coat to dry. Not waiting long enough can result in streaks, peeling, and uneven color. Plus, it will be more difficult to discern where the second coat has already been applied.

It’s necessary for paint to completely dry before exposure to rain, and that drying time varies by the type of paint used. Oil-based paint takes 6 to 8 hours to dry on average, meaning that’s the minimum time needed between the last brush stroke and the first raindrop. Latex paint dries faster at around 1 hour, and acrylic paint is even quicker, usually drying in about 30 minutes. If rain is in the forecast, check the paint manufacturer's details before laying on a new coat. 

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