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College Works Painting - Madison
4.3(
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Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had College Works come out for a small project, just to stain my deck. I dealt with Alex who was nice and knowledgeable. I was impressed by his professionalism being as young as he was. Everything went smoothly, communication was great, his painting crew was top notch and the quality of the paint job was just what I expected. I would recommend College Works and would not hesitate to hire them again myself."
Exterior Painting
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Exterior Painting
Exterior Painting

+12

Recommended by84%of homeowners
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PETERS PAINTING CONTRACTORS
4.9(
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Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eric Peters was terrific in keeping us informed and letting us know what we needed to do (cut back some plants touching the house) ahead of time. He put us in touch with a color consultant who came up with a subtle color scheme that makes the house look much better, makes it blend into its environment (good since its shape is utilitarian) and makes it distinctive at the same time. The crew was efficient and quiet. When there was one mistake in starting to paint shutters the wrong color, they quickly corrected it when we spoke to them. Every one was pleasant and friendly to deal with. We had a positive experience start to finish and the house looks great."
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Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Five Star Painting of Madison
4.9(
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Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Five Star Paining in McFarland is a superb, outstanding company. They showed up on time, worked efficiently and was extremely pleasant to work with. They moved all the deck furniture and grills and didn’t say a word when my dog accidentally walked through the primer. I don’t ever see myself needing another painting company other than Five Star!"
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+606

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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1451 Dale Painting
4.7(
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Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Martin, Josh and the rest of the team painted about 2/3 of our house interior. They were excellent with their communication, showed up when they said they could start, completed the large project timely and did a great job throughout all rooms. Highly recommend them for your painting needs!!!"
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Diaz Painting
5.0(
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Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Carlos and his team completed the project earlier than originally planned and did an excellent job! They kept me up to date about what's going on and also did a minor repair for us for our deck painting project."
Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Five Star Painting of Madison WI
4.8(
194
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Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Not only did they paint my deck they replaced all rotted boards and hand rails. I was going to put on a new deck as my is 30 years old but now no nee"
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+574

Response time4 hrs
46 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Michael's Painting
4.4(
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Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The garage floor had already been done once with Epoxy and so I didn't know whether they could do it again. They were able to clean my garage floor and apply the new Epoxy without any problems. They also were professional and really paid attention to detail. I would hire them again."
Exterior Painting
Exterior Painting
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Before

+39

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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VR Painting & Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Rolando and his team were excellent to work with. Very responsive, professional, and efficient. The work looked great when complete and was reasonably priced for the job. There were a couple areas missed that I didn't catch until after they had left (they were painting a rental unit for me, not my primary residence); I think those were simply a miscommunication, I had no concern that those were intentionally skipped, and they were easy for me to touch up on my own. I would definitely hire them again for future painting projects!"
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Painting

+213

Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ultra Painting, LLC
4.9(
19
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Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kenzie and his crew did an excellent job. We had a board to replace on our deck, and then they cleaned and stained our deck. They were also fantastic about clean-up everyday. We are definitely going to be hiring them for more work on our house."
Ceiling Repaint
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Kitchen

+15

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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PoundPros, LLC
5.0(
11
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Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Small jobs welcome

Customers say: Quick response

"Pound Pros was very professional and very easy to work with. Built me a beautiful deck beyond what I could imagine. Will definitely be hiring then again for future projects"
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Covering Pipes
Ceiling Tile

+15

Response time50 mins
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

It’s often best to spray on deck sealer. Sprayers can apply sealant more quickly and evenly than rolling while still enabling you to reach tight spaces. When using a sprayer, always use a low-pressure setting at a close distance to ensure an even application. Avoid using sprayers on windy days.

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.

For homes in areas with extreme weather, high heat, or intense sun exposure, high-quality acrylic paint is the best option. Acrylic paint is durable, resistant to both heat and cold, and provides a protective barrier with excellent UV resistance. For best results, look for acrylics that contain natural earth pigments, which are better suited for resisting sun damage. While oil-based paint is also durable, it can be prone to fading in high heat and can become too viscous to apply easily in cold temperatures. Additionally, choosing a neutral or light color like gray, beige, or white can help, as these colors absorb less heat than darker shades.

You don’t necessarily have to remove all the old paint before repainting your deck, but it’s best to remove as much as possible to ensure a smooth and long-lasting finish. Prioritize scraping off loose, peeling, or flaking paint, and sand down rough areas to create a smooth surface for the new paint to bond with.

Yes, you can waterproof any wood that has not already been treated. A good way to test this is to splash some water on it. If the water starts to bead up, the wood is treated and most likely doesn’t need another coating.

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