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MD Painting Services
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Harlingen, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We first hired Sergio Hernandez. He was to do a large entry way custom cabinet plus bookcases in our study to match the one we already had. We paid him $2,900 to get started with another $2900 due upon satisfactory completion of the work. Sergio took a piece of the decorative trim from the top of the existing bookcase to make sure the trim he used on the new bookcases would be a good match. He planned to use the most expensive wood and assured us the workmanship would be of the highest quality. That was on February 8. Sergio promised all work would be done by the end of the month. A little work was done the following week; then nothing. Repeatedly he said he and his workers would be here on a given day at a certain time, but would not show. He would even text to say he was on his way, but of course he was not. We finally said either get this done, or give us our money back. If he was not able or willing to do the work or refund the money then we would go to the police. Finally Sergio does show up and a little later two other people join him. We had seen one of them before doing some of the work. A few minutes after they arrived Sergio left. These two were Augusto turbo de la Cruz and Angel Ramos. They said Sergio had contracted with them to do the work. They said the reason the work had not been done was they did not have enough money to pay for materials. Sergio had previously given them $1,000 and when they showed up today he gave them $200 more, saying that total - $1,200 - was the entire amount we had given him. They went on to say Sergio told them if they needed more money, it would have to come from us. We showed them a copy of the $2900 check we had given Sergio. They were surprised. They seemed honest and it seemed that they knew what they were doing so we decided to fire Sergio and hire them. We repeatedly, by text and voice mail, let Sergio know we wanted him to refund $1,000 of the amount we had paid him or we would go to the police. We have since filed a police report. We hired Augusto and Angel to complete the work-$1,800 now and another $1800 on satisfactory completion of the work. They asked that we make the check payable to Monica Gonzalez Rangel. That was on March 23. They indicated the work would be completed in less than a week. To make the story a little shorter we will just say we have not seen them since - looks like we will be having another visit with the police, We met Mario and Raul at Gonzalez Tile in Brownsville, What a breath of fresh air. We told them our story. They came to take a look. They showed us where the few materials that had been used were not great quality and would need replacing. No payment until we were satisfied with a completed job. They showed up when they said they would. The cabinet has been completed. It is the first thing you see when you open the front door. It looks great. In fact Mario and Raul worked from a picture we had found in a home design magazine. The cabinet looks just like the picture- only better. We cannot say enough good things about Mario and Raul. We only wish we had found them sooner. We recommend them to you without reservation, Michael & Carol Young, South Padre Island"
Response time11 hrs
Response rate87%
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Custom Concepts Home Builders, LLC
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Harlingen, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Custom Concepts Home Builders, LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Roofing Solutions Co. RGV
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Harlingen, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had 6 Roofing Company BIDS on my house but I decided on the best Quality Job and a Roofing company that you can trust with TOP rated Reviews and recommended by BBB and without a doubt I did a great job in choosing RGV roofing solution not only they are very professional the staff are very respectful and helpful. Mr Jim Hernandez is very easy to talk to and he would make sure that the job is done right making sure that you are satisfied with the job. I would definitely recommend this company,"
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

There are more pros than cons when staining a deck. Deck stain is more affordable than paint, it protects the wood and allows the natural textures to shine through, and it can revive the appearance of your home. However, deck stain also requires prep work (sometimes days or more), carries more upkeep than a painted deck, and can fade over time if not cared for. 

You can apply stain over peeling stain, but it’s not a good idea. Your old stain will get in the way of your new stain bonding to the wood, so you’re likely going to see the same issue again shortly after application. Your best option is to sand off the old stain and clean the surface thoroughly before applying new stain.

Whitewashing isn’t permanent, but it can last for a long, long time. When you apply it correctly or have a seasoned pro whitewash your brick, whitewashing can last for 20 to 30 years or longer. Whitewash is very durable and typically requires little maintenance, making it a great project for most DIYers.

Whether to brush or roll stain on wood depends on the project and your preference. Brushing is ideal for smaller, intricate areas and offers more control over the application, ensuring thorough coverage and penetration into the wood's grain. 

Conversely, rolling is efficient for more extensive, flat surfaces and can save time. However, it is not always the best fit for textured or uneven wood. Some projects may benefit from combining both methods, using a brush for detail work and a roller for broader areas. Ultimately, the choice between brushing and rolling depends on the specific requirements of your staining project.

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.

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