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Avatar for Summit Painting LLC
Summit Painting LLC
4.7(
156
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Shoreline, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Stuart was extremely responsive and reliable. He did a wonderful job cleaning and staining our deck, in addition to providing a quick and accurate estimate. I would highly recommend Summit Painting's services to anyone."
Painting a door.
This is the prep process. Sanding and imperfections have been repaired.
Interior Painting
Interior
Our proven system to paint and stack doors to maximize space and efficiency.

+49

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Krutin, LLC
Krutin, LLC
4.9(
79
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Shoreline, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Roman was diligent in his work and did a great job. He made recommendations based on our questions, then replaced a portion of our decking and restored the railing. We have asked for estimates on other projects because we want to continue to work with him. We highly recommend Krutin, LLC."
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting

+20

Response time5 hrs
Response rate96%
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Modernized Exteriors, LLC
4.6(
53
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Shoreline, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This review is long overdue. Cameron and his crew were fantastic! Due to woodpecker damage, I needed to have my house re-sided in Hardie Plank, and I also developed a bad case of, "well, as long as we're doing that...." They removed the old siding, fixed any areas underneath that needed re-sheathing or re-framing (due to water damage), and then installed the new siding. That was all included in the original price quote. I also decided to update most of the windows and sliding glass doors in the house. When the new custom bay windows arrived and were incorrectly configured (no one's fault on my end or Cameron's, as I recall), he graciously re-ordered them, made triple-sure the configuration was correct, and only charged the price difference between the prior configuration and the correct one. His crew also replaced some exterior stairs and 3 decks for me, one of which was badly deteriorated. Not even pressure treated wood can withstand years of Seattle rain, so my main deck was rotting away. They did a beautiful job of repairing and replacing, so I also had them do the walkway up to to my front door to match. Then came the painting, and the paint job on my house is drop-dead, stunningly gorgeous. It was so stunning that the next two neighbors up from me (with identical floor plans), decided to paint their houses as well. All three are now bright, cheery, primary colors. Along the way, Cameron and the Modernized Exteriors crew did lots of little extras, kept me informed about how the work was going, had me inspect frequently, and charged very fair prices. They even sent someone out to fix an old window leak that hadn't gotten fixed by the re-siding process. My fiancee kept an eye on the work progress too, and as a tradesman himself, he highly approved of the quality of their work. I can't say enough good things, and I will hire them again in a heartbeat for exterior work. I just wish they also did interior work, so I could hire them for a bathroom remodel!"
Seattle Tigerwood Deck
Tigerwood
Tigerwood
Tigerwood
Tigerwood

+60

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for LVL Construction, LLC
LVL Construction, LLC
5.0(
14
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Shoreline, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"RFI built a second story deck for us. From tear down of the old structure to clean up of the site at end of the project, they were 1st class. The old deck was a true hazard and they were able to repair water damaged areas adjacent to the deck structure as well. Fred was great at offering various design options and happily answered all our questions. Without being prompted, he sent lots of pictures from start to finish, which really kept us informed since we were not on site. The deck and railing turned out beautiful. Would hire RFI again for future projects without hesitation."
It was great to work on this one!
This marina will look great for years to come!
Now it will last for years
EvenFlo decking
What a great space

+48

Response time5 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for NW TOPNOTCH REMODEL LLC
NW TOPNOTCH REMODEL LLC
5.0(
15
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Shoreline, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"There are always things with a paint job that get missed and show up after the paint dries. Eric was great about fixing things that made the house look like a million dollars. Excellent work. He went above and beyond and was worth every dollar. Every concern was addressed very fast and the overall quality made me extremely happy."
Paint
Remodel
Exterior Repaint
Repaint
Kitchen Flooring

+95

Response time8 hrs
Response rate88%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Legacy Painting Co
Legacy Painting Co
4.7(
52
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Shoreline, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mark and his team were wonderful to work with, timely and responsive. A year after they finished my house painting and deck staining, some stain had worn off my steps. Despite being past the standard Warenttee, Mark arranged to have the area touched up and even bought me the stain!"
Deck Stain
Exterior Repaint
Deck Staining
Repaint
Repaint

+17

Response time1 day
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

The best way to sand a deck is by cleaning it, sanding the boards and stairs with 60- or 80-grit sandpaper, and sanding the railings and posts with 80-grit sandpaper. You should sand in the direction of the wood grain to avoid damaging the timber. When sanding your deck, use medium pressure and aim for an even sand. Pressing too hard with a sander can damage decks, as most are softwoods.

Whether to paint or stain a deck depends on your personal preference for appearance and budget. Stain provides a natural look with a range of undertones, is typically less expensive, and may only require one coat, but it does not last as long as paint. Paint offers a sleeker finish with a virtually unlimited color palette. Both options will protect your deck from outdoor elements like rain, snow, and general wear and tear.

Homeowners should build their floating decks at least 18 inches off the ground. Having it at this height will allow for better airflow underneath and help prevent moisture-related problems like warping or rot. That being said, local guidelines for deck heights may vary depending on where you live.

The best direction for a gate to swing depends on its location and purpose, but swinging inward is the general rule. An inward swing is often considered safer, prevents the gate from opening into public spaces like a sidewalk, and may be required by local building codes.

There are exceptions and specific considerations. If your property is on a slope, an inward swing might not be possible. For a deck gate, it's safest to have it swing away from any steps. In a backyard, the direction can be a matter of preference, though an inward swing can be helpful when carrying heavy items like a wheelbarrow into a garden.

Regardless of direction, ensure the gate can open fully without hitting any objects or blocking spaces. While an inward swing is standard, a gate that can swing both in and out offers the most flexibility if your setup allows for it.

In most cases, sanding an old deck before staining it is necessary to achieve a decent finish. If your old deck has a relatively new stain finish on it and you're only doing touch-ups, you can generally skip the sanding part. However, if your goal is to make the deck look and function better, sanding first is a must. 

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