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Fabiano's Construction
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Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Fabiano was a pleasure to work with. He was punctual when showing up to provide an estimate and to the project itself. He gave me accurate time lines and updates in real time when fixing my deck. After comparing 4 other contractors to replace my deck, Fabiano gave the best quote with no surprises and the estimate was spot on! I would absolutely recommend Fabiano for your next project"
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+6

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Steve Driscoll Painting, LLC
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Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Steve called imediately after my request for painting contractors and was able to come by the house within a day or two to give an estimate. We wanted our 2-story foyer, upstairs hallways, ceiling and all of the baseboards/trim painted. We chose the paint color which would have been a disaster - Steve gave us his honest opinion of the color options that would look best and left the swatches with us to decide. He was so right. The job was done in a day-and-half and looks great. We could not be happier with the job he and Alvo did. You can't go wrong with hiring Steve!"
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+13

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Heiler Painting
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Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I can't say enough praise about this company. They were fabulous. I stressed to the Manager Chris, how important communication was to me and he was wonderful keeping me informed about the entire project. Chris was very detailed in writing down on the invoice the exact work on wall repairs and painting that was to occur. He came to the site almost every day to ask if I had any guestions or concerns. The painters, Matt, Silas and John were professional, courteous, attentive and very hard working. Great job guys. I will let you know when the next painting/plaster repair job will be at this old house. thanks again!!!!!!"
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+40

Response time50 mins
Response rate91%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
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PG Tedesco Construction
4.4(
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Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have known Paul for years. He has installed a Pella door and deck on my first home over 20 years ago, and done a full kitchen remodel, Pella door and deck 15 years ago. On my current When our deck needed minor repair recently, he was responsive, professional, and timely as always !"
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Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Diaz R Home Remodeling LLC
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Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am very pleased with the work completed yesterday. This company did an excellent job, was very efficient and left my house clean. The drywall repairs were so nicely done it hardly needs painting. A very skilled craftsman!"
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Response time3 days
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kiefer’s Custom Painting LLC
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Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

"Ryan’s painting work was executed with an exceptional level of skill and attention to detail. From the outset, the floors were protected, and all the walls were patched. The painters were methodical in their preparation, thoroughly protecting our household items. We were very happy with the finished product and will definitely hire him again for all our painting needs."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Precision Painting Plus of Philadelphia
4.0(
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Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Starting with estimator Carmine, George and the staff Stephanie were exceptional great. The Painter Paul and his crew were excellent paying full attention to small details the colors painting job were imaculate. Did very great job on my Deck and garage. Will definitely hire those boys again. Thanks"
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+20

Recommended by88%of homeowners
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J & Sons Services Co
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Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas

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Customers say: True professional

We are a family company focused on offering quality service at an affordable cost.\n\nIf you dream it, we can make it come true

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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

If you want to achieve a deeper, darker stain color, wait 5 to 10 minutes before wiping it off. However, wipe it off faster for a lighter tone. When wiping off the stain during this part of the process, be sure to work in the direction of the wood’s grain for best results.

Ideally, it's best to stain your dock once per year. Applying stain doesn't just keep it looking nice and new; it also helps extend the dock’s lifespan. Since you want to ensure water levels are at their lowest, it's best to have this project done by a professional dock repair service in the cooler autumn or early winter months. 

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. 

Liquid rubber is great for waterproofing, but it can damage your deck if it’s not applied correctly. First, it can trap moisture in the wood if the deck isn’t completely dry before application.  Second, applying it too thickly can create a heavy, rubbery surface layer that peels and cracks under fluctuating temperatures. For the best results, ensure the wood is completely dry before application, and apply the liquid rubber in thin, even coats. A quick inspection every now and then will help you catch any issues early, keeping your deck protected and looking its best.

Wood stain does go bad, but it will last in the can for between three and six years, provided you use proper storage techniques. Storing wood stain in open containers or in extremely low or high temperatures will cause your wood stain to become unusable much more quickly. Water- and latex-based wood stains typically last for just two to four years, while oil-based wood stains can last for three to six years.

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