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Long Fence
3.88(
226
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In business since 1945

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Initial rep was great and informative. Felt comfortable with initial sale. Hardly had any contact from customer service except for the payments. There were several delays that we were not informed about unless we called to ask. Took 7 months before they showed up to begin project. Only 1 person was sent to build steps. Took a week. Hard worked, hardly took a break. Had to call again to see when they would come to pour patio. Never knew when they were coming, they just showed up. Hardly spoke with the homeowners. Inspection paperwork was just left on porch. Additional paperwork that is "required by the County" had to be completed by homeowner and taken to Court house to be notarized and filed and also provide a copy back to Long Fence. Time sensitive materials which added to homeowners to-do list. Gave this contract to LF on the surface of their history and appearance of a 'good local company' but should have stayed with original contactors in VA. Puddle of water forms when it rains"
Recommended by70%of homeowners
Beltway Cleaning Systems
1.00(
1
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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Beltway Cleaning Systems provides a full commercial and residential facility maintenance from appliance installation to home and facility repairs interior and exterior. \nWe cover items from HVAC, Plumbing, Gutters, Windows and Doors lawn mowing and more. If your looking for quality work at a reasonable price, look no further.

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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America
4.84(
920
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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
MLB Home Improvements
New to Angi

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Free estimates

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Naty Iron Work
5.00(
12
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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Naty Ironworks provides personalized custom service. Naty is an innovative craftsman, a true artisan with attention to detail. He is a hands-on professional, dependable and affordable. Naty hand-crafted 2 side panels to match my 50yr old iron gate with grape leaves, grapes and circular swirls...I was astonished!! The bannisters fit my entrance stairs perfectly, he added horizontal top portion to rails. Welded on the premises, the modern iron safety rails atop our 12 foot wall flow seamlessly to the eye. I would recommend Naty in a heartbeat."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Super Handy LLC
New to Angi

In business since 1998

Emergency services offered

No job too small! We can and will handle all items on your list. We can hang blinds in your new home or build a multi level deck. Tired of electrical cords stretched across your walls and floors? We can add outlets in specific locations for a streamlined appearance. Tired of dragging the hose all over the yard from the original hose bib location? Most companies won't bother with these type jobs but we are happy to help!\nOur attention to detail is what sets us apart. We do the little things and will ask about any specific requests before beginning the requested job.\nOur staff is well experienced in all services we offer, but if a request is over our head we'll certainly let you know. We're here to help, not cause more frustration.

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Paradise Renovations
New to Angi

In business since 2007

My name is Jose Santos I have 10+ years of experience enjoy making peoples home feel like paradise, Demo plumbing electrical recess, light drywall paint, flooring tile crown molding etc. I enjoy the satisfaction when the job is done, and the home owner are happy and pleased!!

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American Custom Contractors Inc
4.85(
89
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In business since 1972

Free estimates

"We had a wonderful experience working with Fon Nanudon at American Custom Contractors in Rockville, MD. Fon is friendly, knowledgeable, responsive, and professional. His follow-up and follow-through are outstanding — he truly goes above and beyond to take care of his customers. If you have roofing, windows, gutter, or siding needs, I highly recommend reaching out to American Custom Contractors. You’ll be in great hands!"
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Porterbuilt
5.00(
25
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In business since 2004

Free estimates

"Darren and his crew did an exceptional job. Very professional, clean, competitive price, and very interactive from the starts to the finished. Highly recommend."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Shenandoah Counters & More
5.00(
1
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In business since 2007

Emergency services offered

We are a small business, and there is not much we subcontract out. We do free estimates, and we like to give a quote in writing before starting a job, with a final bill at the end. We accept cash or check, interest free for the first 30 days upon completion of job. We also offer a senior citizens discount.

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FAQs for wainscoting installation projects in Dale City, VA

Wainscoting is decorative paneling that covers the lower part of a wall for style and protection. Beadboard is a type of wainscoting made of long vertical planks with small raised beads between each board. You’ll see it on walls and ceilings when homeowners want added depth and charm. Both options work indoors or outdoors; beadboard pieces lock together with tongue-and-groove joints, while similar styles, such as shiplap, rely on a square rabbet joint.

The best rule of thumb for wainscoting is to stop the panels at about one-third of the wall height. In a room with a nine-foot ceiling, that’s roughly three feet up. Sticking to this ratio keeps the room balanced, lets plenty of wall color show above the trim, and delivers a polished, timeless look.

Wainscoting can make a room look smaller if the room has low ceilings. The same rule applies to wainscoting as it does to painting any space: to make the room look larger and more open, paint it a light color, such as white or cream. Since beadboard incorporates vertical lines in the paneling, this style of wainscoting is ideal for those wanting to make a room appear larger than it is.

Technically, you can panel any room, but wainscoting shines in open areas, such as a foyer or a tall-ceilinged bathroom. Skip it in small rooms with low ceilings—panels can make tight spaces feel boxed in. Open-concept layouts without clear stopping points along the walls are also tricky, as the trim requires a distinct beginning and end.

Removing existing wall panels before installing wainscoting involves distinct demolition efforts. The cost to hire a professional for demo work is $1.50 per square foot. If the underlying drywall requires replacement after panel removal, an additional fee of $1.60 to $2.35 per square foot is incurred. Completing these tasks properly ensures a sturdy foundation and a flawless finish.

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