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James Painting
815 Kensington Ave
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
James Painting
815 Kensington Ave
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Very good work. Workers were very accommodating to additional requests after beginning our initial interior painting project. We requested updates to baseboards and painting of trim and kitchen cabinets. They were able to make adjustments and still complete projects in reasonable amount of time. They were respectful of our property, courteous, and professional."

Lori N on May 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Very good work. Workers were very accommodating to additional requests after beginning our initial interior painting project. We requested updates to baseboards and painting of trim and kitchen cabinets. They were able to make adjustments and still complete projects in reasonable amount of time. They were respectful of our property, courteous, and professional."

Lori N on May 2025


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Brother's Painting LLC
Based In
1.00(
1
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Brother's Painting LLC
Based In
1.00(
1
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Approved Pro
162 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

Brothers Painting is a distinguished provider of professional painting services, committed to transforming homes and businesses with superior craftsmanship and unparalleled customer service. As a family-owned and operated business, we bring a personal touch to every project, ensuring that our clients receive the highest quality results and complete satisfaction. Our mission is to bring color and life to every space we work on. We strive to exceed our clients' expectations by delivering meticulous, high-quality painting services while fostering strong, lasting relationships built on trust and reliability. Transform your space with the expert touch of Brothers Painting Company. Contact us today for a free consultation and estimate. Let us bring your vision to life with our professional painting services.

"The quality of work was fine, the way they handle it was not fine. They set me up for three days at Thursday, Friday and Saturday. They come in and work at Thursday and Friday night. They told me that they had a big job that they have and that they would not be back on Saturday. They delayed coming back to the following day. In order for them to do their job, I had to move all the furniture in my house away from the baseboards and way from the wall so I have rooms after rooms after rooms of furniture. Then when I talk to him, I was trying to delay a day because I had something I had to do and instead of delaying the day, they delayed it until the following Monday which was this last month. I'm just now getting to where i can put my curtains back up and everything else but the problem was they came when I was not here on Monday. They insisted on the $1500. They said they wanted an extra hundred because they moved furniture and I had agreed to the hundred if they moved furniture which they did not. When my wife pay and told them that she is not going to send a positive review, they said "I don't care"."

William C on May 2025

Brothers Painting is a distinguished provider of professional painting services, committed to transforming homes and businesses with superior craftsmanship and unparalleled customer service. As a family-owned and operated business, we bring a personal touch to every project, ensuring that our clients receive the highest quality results and complete satisfaction. Our mission is to bring color and life to every space we work on. We strive to exceed our clients' expectations by delivering meticulous, high-quality painting services while fostering strong, lasting relationships built on trust and reliability. Transform your space with the expert touch of Brothers Painting Company. Contact us today for a free consultation and estimate. Let us bring your vision to life with our professional painting services.

"The quality of work was fine, the way they handle it was not fine. They set me up for three days at Thursday, Friday and Saturday. They come in and work at Thursday and Friday night. They told me that they had a big job that they have and that they would not be back on Saturday. They delayed coming back to the following day. In order for them to do their job, I had to move all the furniture in my house away from the baseboards and way from the wall so I have rooms after rooms after rooms of furniture. Then when I talk to him, I was trying to delay a day because I had something I had to do and instead of delaying the day, they delayed it until the following Monday which was this last month. I'm just now getting to where i can put my curtains back up and everything else but the problem was they came when I was not here on Monday. They insisted on the $1500. They said they wanted an extra hundred because they moved furniture and I had agreed to the hundred if they moved furniture which they did not. When my wife pay and told them that she is not going to send a positive review, they said "I don't care"."

William C on May 2025


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BDH Custom Painting LLC
34893 Sea Waye Ln
4.98(
43
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Approved Pro
BDH Custom Painting LLC
34893 Sea Waye Ln
4.98(
43
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
332 local quotes requested

Improve the value of your property or customize your space with BDH Painting, LLC in Millsboro, DE. From new construction painting to kitchen remodeling, our team is fully trained to complete your project the right way. We specialize in residential and commercial painting, new construction, remodeling, restoration and drywall services. Our customers include homeowners, contractors, small business owners and real estate agencies. we also offer this type . -Carpentry Kitchen refinishing, Pressure washing Flooring refinishing Popcorn removal Popcorn installation Flooring installation Backsplash Bathroom remodeling. counter tops, - electrical and plumbing modifications

"BDH custom painting workers were phenomenal. They were quick, knowledgeable, cleaned up afterwards. I would absolutely recommend BDH to anyone. Super happy with the outcome."

Chris B on May 2024

Improve the value of your property or customize your space with BDH Painting, LLC in Millsboro, DE. From new construction painting to kitchen remodeling, our team is fully trained to complete your project the right way. We specialize in residential and commercial painting, new construction, remodeling, restoration and drywall services. Our customers include homeowners, contractors, small business owners and real estate agencies. we also offer this type . -Carpentry Kitchen refinishing, Pressure washing Flooring refinishing Popcorn removal Popcorn installation Flooring installation Backsplash Bathroom remodeling. counter tops, - electrical and plumbing modifications

"BDH custom painting workers were phenomenal. They were quick, knowledgeable, cleaned up afterwards. I would absolutely recommend BDH to anyone. Super happy with the outcome."

Chris B on May 2024


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M&r painting
5.00(
1
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M&r painting
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
443 local quotes requested

M&R painting LLC 12+ years of experience we do interior & exterior painting Drywall repair Drywall installation and power washing & Epoxy we install doors trims.

"Very happy with the results, they are very professionals, got my project done on time, charged me what they told me at the beginning, no extra fees at the end, I have recommended them for any painting project!!!!!"

Bictor m on January 2025

M&R painting LLC 12+ years of experience we do interior & exterior painting Drywall repair Drywall installation and power washing & Epoxy we install doors trims.

"Very happy with the results, they are very professionals, got my project done on time, charged me what they told me at the beginning, no extra fees at the end, I have recommended them for any painting project!!!!!"

Bictor m on January 2025


VIVID COLORS
5.00(
5
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VIVID COLORS
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
525 local quotes requested

We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"It was great! Everything went smoothly and it all came out perfect. Vivid Colors was super professional, accommodating and a great company to work with. Absolutely amazing paint job and carpet cleaning work."

Brandon W on January 2025

We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"It was great! Everything went smoothly and it all came out perfect. Vivid Colors was super professional, accommodating and a great company to work with. Absolutely amazing paint job and carpet cleaning work."

Brandon W on January 2025


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Diaz R Home Remodeling LLC
4.85(
27
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Diaz R Home Remodeling LLC
4.85(
27
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
852 local quotes requested

Painting,drywall and bathroom,kitchen remodeling business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"The company did a great job in remodeling our bathroom. There was a lot of takedown required since our prior bath was sand and cement. They did their best to keep dust to a minimum, they cleaned up at the end of every workday, and they finished the project on time. They did an awesome job and we will definitely call them back."

Anne L on May 2025

Painting,drywall and bathroom,kitchen remodeling business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"The company did a great job in remodeling our bathroom. There was a lot of takedown required since our prior bath was sand and cement. They did their best to keep dust to a minimum, they cleaned up at the end of every workday, and they finished the project on time. They did an awesome job and we will definitely call them back."

Anne L on May 2025


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Tolbert & Sons Custom Painting LLC
1045 Barl Ct.
4.84(
25
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Approved Pro
Tolbert & Sons Custom Painting LLC
1045 Barl Ct.
4.84(
25
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
817 local quotes requested

Tolbert & Sons is a small Family Oriented Business. We strive to provide quality services at reasonable prices. We take pride in our work and satisfying our customers. We complete the job from start to finish, removing any debris. Check us out at facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/tolbertandsonsllc/

"Tolbert was fantastic! Chris went above and beyond for our project. The attention to detail was amazing. We will have them back to do other projects as they arise. Tolbert will be doing a project for another family member in the near future because of our recommendation."

Mark H on January 2025

Tolbert & Sons is a small Family Oriented Business. We strive to provide quality services at reasonable prices. We take pride in our work and satisfying our customers. We complete the job from start to finish, removing any debris. Check us out at facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/tolbertandsonsllc/

"Tolbert was fantastic! Chris went above and beyond for our project. The attention to detail was amazing. We will have them back to do other projects as they arise. Tolbert will be doing a project for another family member in the near future because of our recommendation."

Mark H on January 2025


Complex Painting LLC.
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Complex Painting LLC.
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Anthony's remodeling contractor
19 Bellrive Court
4.43(
14
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Anthony's remodeling contractor
19 Bellrive Court
4.43(
14
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Customers say: Quick response
28 years of experience

We do it all from A to Z. From your smallest of jobs to building your dream home, Anthony's Remodeling Contractor will provide the quality of work that you would expect at a reasonable price that you would not expect. Family owned and operated business for over 20 years. FREE estimates. Military and senior discount. We offer more than the average business. We build long lasting relationships with our customers. Serving all of Delaware, Elkton, Maryland and southern Pennsylvania. We look forward to serving you and building a long lasting relationship. Call today for your FREE estimate.

"HORRIBLE CONTRACTORS!!! I have had contractors before and experienced some issues but this Anthony guy is very unprofessional and he is an absolutely nightmare! Not a single item was completed from the contract he and I agreed on and he took 60% of the contract amount and he stopped working the property. I had a property with some cosmetic work stuff and repairs which shouldn’t be that complicated. After he toured the property and gave me estimated time frame for 2 weeks. I know normally how it is not done with contractors so I asked him a few more times and confirmed if he could really finish it in two weeks. He was confident and said two weeks for no problem. After it has been almost 4 weeks, not even a quarter of work has been done and I noticed he didn’t even show up. He has so many excuses and complaints every single time when I contacted him. It felt like he was working for free which was not true. We agreed on 3 installment payments, 1st installment, before the job start about 30% of the total price, and 2nd one, 1/3 of the total price, and the last one at the completion of the job. After 2 weeks of work and not much of work has been done, he already requested for the 2nd installment. I asked him, the work has not been done 2/3 of the job, more over not even half way done. Anyway, he got upset and he wouldn’t continue the job if I didn’t pay. So I paid and then BOOM! He didn’t show up at work and when I asked him, his answer was it is too cold to work at the property. He made excuses and excuses and he said he will only come back if the heater is fixed. I did and texted him and called him. NO RESPONSE. Besides, his quality of work is horrible. He and his crew painted all over, light fixtures, light bulbs, floors, even bathtub. What kind of painter paint over the tub?! They simply didn’t even covered the parts not supposed to paint but they were so lazy and sloppy worker. They installed the brand new room doors, two out of three, didn’t even close properly and didn’t even use the shim. Installing the door is one of the basic carpentry job and he can’t even do that! I asked for the breakdown of the work and cost and no answer. When I confronted him for a few stuff, he just blah blah blah and repeating himself by making endless nonsense and not doing the job at all. Even if he does a job, not a good quality one."

Leeah L on February 2019

We do it all from A to Z. From your smallest of jobs to building your dream home, Anthony's Remodeling Contractor will provide the quality of work that you would expect at a reasonable price that you would not expect. Family owned and operated business for over 20 years. FREE estimates. Military and senior discount. We offer more than the average business. We build long lasting relationships with our customers. Serving all of Delaware, Elkton, Maryland and southern Pennsylvania. We look forward to serving you and building a long lasting relationship. Call today for your FREE estimate.

"HORRIBLE CONTRACTORS!!! I have had contractors before and experienced some issues but this Anthony guy is very unprofessional and he is an absolutely nightmare! Not a single item was completed from the contract he and I agreed on and he took 60% of the contract amount and he stopped working the property. I had a property with some cosmetic work stuff and repairs which shouldn’t be that complicated. After he toured the property and gave me estimated time frame for 2 weeks. I know normally how it is not done with contractors so I asked him a few more times and confirmed if he could really finish it in two weeks. He was confident and said two weeks for no problem. After it has been almost 4 weeks, not even a quarter of work has been done and I noticed he didn’t even show up. He has so many excuses and complaints every single time when I contacted him. It felt like he was working for free which was not true. We agreed on 3 installment payments, 1st installment, before the job start about 30% of the total price, and 2nd one, 1/3 of the total price, and the last one at the completion of the job. After 2 weeks of work and not much of work has been done, he already requested for the 2nd installment. I asked him, the work has not been done 2/3 of the job, more over not even half way done. Anyway, he got upset and he wouldn’t continue the job if I didn’t pay. So I paid and then BOOM! He didn’t show up at work and when I asked him, his answer was it is too cold to work at the property. He made excuses and excuses and he said he will only come back if the heater is fixed. I did and texted him and called him. NO RESPONSE. Besides, his quality of work is horrible. He and his crew painted all over, light fixtures, light bulbs, floors, even bathtub. What kind of painter paint over the tub?! They simply didn’t even covered the parts not supposed to paint but they were so lazy and sloppy worker. They installed the brand new room doors, two out of three, didn’t even close properly and didn’t even use the shim. Installing the door is one of the basic carpentry job and he can’t even do that! I asked for the breakdown of the work and cost and no answer. When I confronted him for a few stuff, he just blah blah blah and repeating himself by making endless nonsense and not doing the job at all. Even if he does a job, not a good quality one."

Leeah L on February 2019


CNJ Handyman & Home Improvement Service LLC
417 Skyview Dr
5.00(
2
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CNJ Handyman & Home Improvement Service LLC
417 Skyview Dr
5.00(
2
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

CNJ Handyman & Home Improvement Service is a LLC residing in Middletown, DE...We service all areas in the New Castle and Kent counties of Delaware...We provide free estimates, timely service, quality workmanship and personable, trustworthy work atmosphere...We at CNJ understand the value of a hard earned dollar and want to give our customers the upmost service for their dollar. CNJ customer feedback can be found at our website www.CNJHANDY.com...you can reach us for that free estimate via phone or email(cnjhandy@aol.com)..CNJ is Licensed,Insured and Bonded...A proud accredited member of the BBB...We sponsor a girls local Travel Softball team for their various functions.....If you do need our service we gladly accept Money Orders,Cash,Personal Checks, Visa, Mastercard ,Discover and American Express..We hope you take all you references and carefully chose a reputable contractor and then give us a call and be pleasantly surprised....Call me personally with any questions or comments....Carl Walter(co-owner).

CNJ Handyman & Home Improvement Service is a LLC residing in Middletown, DE...We service all areas in the New Castle and Kent counties of Delaware...We provide free estimates, timely service, quality workmanship and personable, trustworthy work atmosphere...We at CNJ understand the value of a hard earned dollar and want to give our customers the upmost service for their dollar. CNJ customer feedback can be found at our website www.CNJHANDY.com...you can reach us for that free estimate via phone or email(cnjhandy@aol.com)..CNJ is Licensed,Insured and Bonded...A proud accredited member of the BBB...We sponsor a girls local Travel Softball team for their various functions.....If you do need our service we gladly accept Money Orders,Cash,Personal Checks, Visa, Mastercard ,Discover and American Express..We hope you take all you references and carefully chose a reputable contractor and then give us a call and be pleasantly surprised....Call me personally with any questions or comments....Carl Walter(co-owner).

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FAQs for exterior home or structure paint or stain projects in Dover, DE

For aluminum siding, go with a high-quality 100% acrylic exterior paint. Start with an oil-based primer to ensure the finish adheres and shields the metal from oxidation and moisture. The primer seals the surface and provides the acrylic with a surface to grip. Skip latex primers or paints—their reaction with aluminum can trap bubbles and cause early peeling.

How long will painted aluminum siding last?

A well-done paint job on aluminum siding can last around 15 years, making the upfront effort worthwhile. Longevity hinges on solid prep: thoroughly cleaning the surface to remove chalky residue, dirt, and mildew so the new paint can adhere properly. It’s also important to paint when temperatures are between 50°F and 80°F, as extreme heat or cold can affect drying and adhesion. Steer clear of rainy days—moisture under the paint weakens adhesion and speeds up peeling or fading, which can significantly shorten the lifespan of your fresh coat.

Plan on repainting when the finish starts fading or leaves a chalky, white residue on your hand. Check the siding each year; if there’s a powdery residue on your palm, it indicates oxidation is underway on your siding. A fresh coat of paint stops peeling before it starts, boosts curb appeal, and keeps the metal protected.

Spray painting aluminum siding offers significant benefits compared to other application styles. Spray painting delivers even coverage, rapid application, and enhanced adhesion compared to traditional painting methods. This technique ensures every surface is evenly coated, minimizes labor time, and provides a sleek, professional finish that withstands weather and oxidation for lasting results.

The return on investment for aluminum siding is 70%. For example, a $10,000 aluminum siding installation will add $7,000 to your home’s resale value. Regional housing markets, the quality of siding materials, and ongoing upkeep—including repainting and repairs—influence final ROI. Investing in professional installation and regular maintenance ensures you recoup a significant portion of your siding costs when it’s time to sell.

Several materials can replace aluminum siding, each offering unique trade-offs. Vinyl siding requires minimal upkeep and resists fading, lasting up to 30 years. Wood siding provides classic warmth but demands regular painting or sealing. Fiber cement and composite siding offer exceptional durability and design flexibility, requiring minimal maintenance. Brick veneer and stucco create premium, long-lasting exteriors, but they come with higher upfront costs and increased installation complexity.

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