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Bester Painting LLC
5.0(
12
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Serving Cloquet, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent work! Great attention to detail - completed a difficult job, stood behind their work. Workers were all a pleasure to have on site. Definitely plan to hire again, for future work. Feel free to use me as a reference :)"
BLOCK FILLING & WATERPROOFING
INTERIOR PAINTING ON LOG HOME
OFFICE PREP, PAINT, & STRIPE
BLOCK FILLING & WATERPROOFING
INTERIOR PAINTING ON LOG HOME

+111

Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MJ Interior Painting
4.7(
34
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Serving Cloquet, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"MJ is great to work with. We’ve hired her three separate times now, first she did the entire lower level of our house, then later stained and painted the entire exterior, then later came back for the whole main floor. We’d hire her again in a heartbeat. MJ is easy to communicate with and helpful picking paint colors, making suggestions, etc… She works quickly and cleans up after her projects well. Her pricing seems very reasonable compared to other painters we’ve worked with. Were happy to recommend MJ to anyone."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Heartwood Construction Inc
5.0(
19
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Serving Cloquet, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Lonny at Heartwood was excellent to work with.  He made sure we understood everything that was going on, kept us appraised of issues and made excellent recommendations regarding our house.  Communication was A+++ (which is very important to my husband and I).  I felt that he not only worked with us with our insurance claim, but also fought for us to make sure we got a fair replacement for our damaged property.  He also broke the process down for us-- asking us to select replacements/colors/etc for things as they were needed instead of requiring it all right away; but provided us a full list up front so we could get to things as we were able. <br /> I appreciated Lonny's willingness to work through the scenarios with us; he entertained our ideas and gave us quotes and opinions when we asked for them.  Every time we stopped by the house, all of the workers who were there (whether from Heartwood or a company working with them) were polite, helpful and friendly.  For a bad, stressful situation; it was as good as I could have ever imagined it.  We're back in our house now and happy with all the work done.  I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Heartwood to anyone. <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JAY LITMAN CONSTRUCTION REMODELING & HANDYMAN SERV
4.4(
30
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Serving Cloquet, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Apparently, my mom's toilet had a slow leak that eventually weakened the structure that supports it  I discovered this when I was washing dishes in the kitchen and felt drops of water on my head.  I ran upstairs to find the floor almost totally given away.  <br /> I searched on Angie's list and found this contractor and they came over right away to assess the damage; they were shocked.  I explained that this is my mother's house and I only live here two months out of the year to help her through the winter months.  I stated my mom is 83 and she has a very low heart rate, around 40, has had two knee replacements several  years ago that are wearing out, and she gets out of breath when she walks down three flights of stairs to use the 1/2 bathroom down in the basement.  <br /> The contractor asessing the job, took notes, took pictures, was very sympathetic, and forwarded the pictures and details to his boss.  The boss scheduled reconstruction work for the very next day as he too felt that it was an emergency.  <br /> The work is not finished and they will come back next week to put the final finishing touches on everything which includes leveling the floor and putting new vinyl flooring down.  This comment is for the first part of the work, the professional response and follow up, and work to reconstruct the floor in one day so my mom would have to climb down three flights of stairs.  When  you look for a contractor you are looking for the following: <br /> <blockquote> <blockquote> <blockquote> <p>Prompt reply<br /> Prompt visit to assess the work requested<br /> Friendly contractor; one that sees the situation through the eyes of the customer requesting the work<br /> Prompt scheduling of work<br /> Quality Professional work<br /> This vendor was all that and more.  I can't thank them enough for their kindness and professionalism.</p> </blockquote> </blockquote> </blockquote> <br />"
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Professional Exteriors, Inc
4.1(
14
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Serving Cloquet, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We've previously had siding by PEI & just had our roof done. They are easy to work with & do a great job! They take care of working with the insurance companies to get you the best possible outcome. Thanks Brad & team PEI!"
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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FAQs for exterior home or structure paint or stain projects in Cloquet, MN

Painting vinyl siding is a budget-friendly way to revive curb appeal without paying for new panels. As long as the boards aren’t warped, cracked, or leaking, a coat of high-quality acrylic paint can buy you another five to 10 years before replacement. 

Stick to lighter shades so the siding doesn’t soak up excess heat, and prep the surface well for the paint to bond. If you’re seeing rot or moisture damage, skip the paint and plan for new siding instead.

High-quality acrylic paint is recommended for vinyl siding. Acrylic paint adheres firmly to vinyl surfaces and resists peeling and fading, providing a sleek and long-lasting finish. Ensure the siding is thoroughly cleaned and prepared for optimal results. Your exterior painting pro has the expertise to properly prepare your siding’s surface to ensure proper adhesion.

Priming is not required if the vinyl siding remains in good condition and is properly cleaned. However, if the original color is severely faded or the panels have become porous, priming becomes essential. Priming provides a smooth, even base that improves paint adhesion and enhances durability, ensuring the acrylic finish adheres properly and lasts longer.

A paint sprayer is the quickest, most consistent way to coat vinyl siding. The fine mist reaches grooves a roller can miss and lays down an even layer in a fraction of the time. You’ll still need a brush for tight corners, but a sprayer slashes labor hours and reduces lap marks. 

If you’re renting equipment, ask the supplier for a tip size made for exterior acrylics so the paint atomizes correctly and sticks to the siding.

Painted vinyl siding lasts between five and 10 years. The durability depends on the quality of the surface preparation and the local climate conditions. When the siding is thoroughly cleaned and prepped, and high-quality acrylic paint is used, the finish endures longer. In hotter regions, the lifespan may be closer to five years, while cooler climates help extend it.

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