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Q: Can I paint aluminum siding without a primer?

• <div><p>Primer is always recommended for every exterior paint job because it ensures even coverage and long-lasting color. That said, there are high-end brands of paint that market themselves to be easily used without the need for a coat of primer beforehand. It&rsquo;s up to you which one you choose (and have the budget for), just as long as you read the paint manufacturer&rsquo;s specific instructions on the product before getting started. </p></div>

Q: Is painting a brick house a good idea?

• <div><p>In most cases, painting your brick house is a fine idea that can open up new aesthetic possibilities. However, the paint can slightly shorten the life span of brick, especially if moisture gets trapped underneath the paint layer. Once you paint, you&rsquo;ll have to keep up with maintenance to avoid flaking and blisters. </p></div>

Q: Can you German smear over painted brick?

• <div><p>A traditional German schmear uses mortar, making it unsuitable for adherence to painted surfaces. Professionals recommend removing any existing paint before applying mortar. However, you can rough up the painted surface and clean it to test if the mortar will stick. Remember that the underlying paint's texture and color may affect the schmear's final appearance&mdash;so starting with a bare brick wall will ensure the ideal finish.</p></div>

Q: Why are bubbles appearing when I paint?

• <div><p>Bubbles can appear during painting for several reasons, but poor adhesion or trapped moisture are the most common. Painting over dirty, wet, or improperly prepared surfaces leads to air or moisture getting stuck under the paint layer. Using the wrong tools, applying paint too thickly, or working in extreme temperatures and humidity can also cause bubbling. In some cases, incompatible layers of old and new paint types, like latex over oil-based, create tension, leading to blisters and bubbles. </p></div>

Q: Can I paint my business interior myself?

• <div><p>DIY is possible, but professional painters ensure even coverage, durability, and compliance with workplace safety regulations.</p></div>

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Last update on October 17, 2025

Reviewed in July 2015
Ed always provides quality services. We always call him for all of our painting/drywall repair needs. This is the 4th time we have contracted him. He visited the site to ask the nature of the work. He provided a written estimate for the job. After giving a down payment, Ed purchased all the...
Expert Painting Wall Washing And Repairs
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Reviewed in July 2014
The two sons (Jake & George) were very thorough in sanding the walls and fixing any defects before painting. They were pleasant, professional and timely. The walls look great!
George W. Humphreys & Sons
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Reviewed in December 2013
Interior painting 2 story: Mario and his crew did an impeccable job. True professionals with an attention to detail and customer service which is rare to find when hiring painters. I've owned numerous investment properties besides personal homes and have been typically disappointed with Bart...
Year-Round Painting Corp
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Reviewed in September 2013
She painted the walls, with the wall over the fireplace a different color as an accent wall. Painted the stone fireplace and trim. Rearranged pictures and furniture and even painted a floor lamp. She purchased a mirror for over the fireplace and relocated the TV.
KT Home Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in October 2012
Never hire this company. This is a 'take your money and run' type of company. For example, he said he couldn't get shingles to match the current ones, so he painted the shingles. He just re-bent the fascia to cover rotten wood, instead of replacing it. When I confronted him about this, he...
STAR ROOFING
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Reviewed in November 2010
Their price was just outrageous. They were terrible and they left a mess. More water goes behind the gutters than into it and the wood and paint is getting damaged and I have been looking for someone else to fix it. One guy and a kid came and they made a mess and left. I spent $1200 and they...
Gutters On The Go
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Reviewed in October 2004
THE INITIAL EMERGENCY SERVICES PERFORMED WERE OUTSTANDING WITH RESPONSE WITHIN TWO HOURS OF PLACING THE CALL. CARPET GUY DID AN EXCELLENT JOB IN CLEANING, RESEAMING AND REPLACING CARPET PADS. THE PLASTERER REPAIRED MY KITCHEN CEILING AND DID AN EXCELLENT JOB. TWO PAINTERS SENT TO DO WALL REPAIR...
Frye Construction Inc
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Zane Scadden

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Ferris & Pope Painting Company

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Penz Contracting

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Timeless Custom Painting

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Carter's General Contracting LLC

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Tobac Remodeling

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