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DS PAINTING
4.7(
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Serving Reading, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

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"SHORT REVIEW: You couldn't ask for a better painter! 2nd job DS Painting did for us and we couldn't be more pleased! DETAILED REVIEW: Derek painted a room for us 8 years ago when we purchased an Angie's List deal for his company. We were so impressed with his work ethic, personality, and the quality of his work that we kept his name on file. We recently moved into an existing home that needed to be completely painted: ceilings, walls, and trim. We were out of Derek's normal service area but took a chance that he would accept the project since it was a whole house. He accepted...YAY! As expected, he and his coworker, Mike, were AMAZING. Every surface of our home was covered with a drop cloth or plastic (cabinets); every outlet cover and register removed; every doorknob, hinge, and light fixture taped or covered so paint would not get on them. We gave Derek a key to the house and stayed out of his way. We were so pleased with the progress. We found out that Derek does tile work, so we asked him to also add a tile backsplash in our kitchen. That turned out great as well. The only evidence that they were even there was the BEAUTIFUL paint and backsplash: They cleaned everything up and even vacuumed the floors before they left. I will be saving up and trying to get enough work together to convince Derek to come out to us one more time for bathroom tile and anything else that he does. Honestly the best contractor (painting or otherwise) that I have had the pleasure of working with. Thank you, Derek and Mike!"
Lake Harmony painting project
Entrance
Master bath this is where a large soaker tub will be.
Lake Harmony painting project
Stair way we painted the rizers post and stained and polyurethaned the rails.

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Response time1 day
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Stewart Home Improvement
4.8(
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Serving Reading, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1993

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Emergency services offered

"Stewart Home Remodeling is a top notch contractor that does quality work at a reasonable price. Jim Stewart is extremely responsive and reliable. Jim came out to my home for an estimate on siding repair and wound up completing the job on the same day. His knowledge and honesty shine through and I was happy to have him do the work immediately. He explained what would be done, step-by-step, how long it would take & how much it would cost. The job was completed as he had explained and it looks amazing!! I would recommend this company to anyone needing exterior repairs!!!"
Repair
Rusted
New
Paint house and trim
Paint house and trim

+14

Response time8 hrs
Response rate86%
55 neighbors recently requested a quote
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University Painters
4.8(
238
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Serving Reading, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

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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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Johnston General Contracting
4.0(
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Serving Reading, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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Emergency services offered

"He arrived on time as scheduled. He worked diligently preparing then coating our floor. The seal coat didn’t come out perfect so he returned and added two more coats! Very professional and very personable. Highly recommend John!!"
Garage roof tear off
Garage tear off
New garage Roof
New garage roof
Roof Coating

+101

Response time5 hrs
Response rate89%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Asper's Handyman Services
5.0(
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Serving Reading, PA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Mike did an excellent job in repairing my 30+ year old deck by removing all deck boards, railings and stair stringers and installed all new PT lumber. In addition, he replaced all joist hangers. I am very pleased with how the deck turned out."
Door replacement
New door
New door
Old door
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+84

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Deck staining or painting safeguards wood against the elements through its protective layer, enhancing decay resistance, prolonging structural integrity, and improving visual appeal.

DIY staining or painting is manageable with proper preparation, including safety measures, necessary tools, and adherence to safe weather conditions for application.

The best paint for an older deck depends on the material and whether or not your deck already has a coat of paint. Generally, if your deck already has paint on it, you should choose the same type of paint when repainting the deck. For example, if an old deck has oil-based paint on it, stick with oil; if your deck has water-based paint, choose water-based paint. 

Yes, you can and should paint or stain pressure-treated wood to help prevent the boards from cracking. However, you must wait for the wood to dry out completely before applying any finish. Freshly treated wood can take weeks or even months to dry; a common recommendation is to wait three to six months. To check if the wood is ready, perform a simple water test: drip some water onto the surface. If the water beads up, the wood is still too wet and needs more time to dry. If the wood absorbs the water, it is dry enough to be painted or stained. You can proceed with building your deck or fence while the wood is still wet, but you will need to wait to apply the paint or stain.

Yes, you must thoroughly clean your deck before staining. If you don't, dirt, debris, grease, and mildew can get trapped between the wood and the new stain. This not only looks unsightly but also prevents the stain from penetrating the wood properly, reducing its ability to protect the deck from weather and UV rays. As a result, the stain won't last as long or look as good. Any existing mold or mildew left untreated can continue to grow beneath the new stain, potentially leading to wood rot and structural damage. Always wait at least 48 hours after cleaning for the wood to dry completely before applying stain.

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