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BNB Cleaning & Painting Services
4.1(
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Serving Watertown, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They were so detailed about everything. We have a very large deck so it was a lot of work. But they were so precise and worked so hard. We would hire them again in a heart beat."
Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Valley Wide Painting & Restorations
5.0(
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Serving Watertown, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

"Very professional, high quality work and fair prices. Work was completed in a timely manner and was very accommodating for some minor changes. Dependable, trustworthy and highly skilled. Highly recommended."
Response time12 hrs
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TH Painting and Designs
New to Angi

Serving Watertown, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

TH's Paining and Designs is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

It’s best to prime composite decking before painting. This promotes better paint adhesion, helps create a smooth finish, and can mean the paint job will last longer. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for application, allow ample primer drying time before painting (typically 24 to 48 hours), and thoroughly clean the deck boards to promote the best adhesion.

Ensure gutters and downspouts remain clean, monitor wall integrity, and promptly address any arising imperfections or peels concept permanence rooted.

Pricing depends on prep work, paint/stain choice, area size, scaffolding needs, and detailed trim inclusions like precision-balanced windowsills.

Staining a deck is typically less expensive upfront than painting. The cost to stain a deck professionally averages around $850, with most homeowners paying between $550 and $1,250, depending on the deck's size. A DIY staining project can cost less than $100. The cost to paint a deck ranges from $500 to $2,000. While the initial cost of staining is lower, it's important to consider long-term expenses. Paint can last up to 10 years, whereas stain needs to be reapplied every few years, which could lead to higher costs over time.

Rags used with oil-based stains are highly flammable and can spontaneously combust in the right conditions. To reduce the fire risk, throw them in a metal container after use and add rocks on top to secure them. Add an inch of water and seal the container. Take the rags in the container to a hazardous waste factory as soon as possible.

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