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Christmas Construction Company
5.0(
63
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Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

"March 2021: It was excellent working with Mr. Christmas. He exceeded my expectations. I will never call another contractor as long as Mr. Christmas is still working. His workmanship, attention to detail and his communication skills are above and beyond what I have been use to when dealing with other people that have done work for me in the past. Call Mr. Christmas you will not be disappointed! Thank you Mr. Christmas for making my experience so positive."
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Lineberry Painting
4.8(
83
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Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Emergency services offered

"Jacob was great. He contacted me when I advertised on neighborhood site for a painter. Said he would love to come give me a quote and he did. That same afternoon. He quoted me a price, very reasonable and said he could do the work on Saturday. He arrived right on time, 8;30 (texted he was on the way) and got the job finished in the time he said he would. I'm very pleased with his work. He cut in and blended with my painting and it looks wonderful!!! Glad to have it done (and me not have to do it) and to have it look so good. I would recommend Jacob (Lineberry's Professional Painting) and I would call for any other painting jobs I have. Thank you Jacob."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Ray Rinardo Jr Home Improvements LLC
4.9(
55
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Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr Rinardo was 100% good on word to finish repairs after I already paid him. Work and repairs were above and beyond... I was very pleased with work expected and performed. If any future repairs or improvements are needed, Mr Rinardo will be #1 on my list."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Inside Out Painting
5.0(
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Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The experience was fantastic. They moved all the furniture, repaired all nail holes and existing damage and applied two coats of paint. They came on time and finished late afternoon. They put all the furniture back and cleaned up everything. It was the most painless decorating experience ever. Additionally, they did the work for one-quarter of what the second contractor quoted me."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cole Roofing & Construction
4.8(
144
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Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Avoid this business. They have terrible follow-up, customer service, and owners. They are very unprofessional, insulting and condescending. They care only about getting their money. As examples, I asked them what they would do about my gutter guards 5 weeks before they were supposed to replace my roof, and they didn't respond. Then the week they were supposed to do the work they sent a document that said they aren't responsible for removing, reinstalling or replacing gutter guards with the disclaimer of course that they wouldn't be responsible for any damage. Their document also wanted me to inform them of any concerns in writing, before they did their work, I did. One thing I told them is that I have new grass in part of my lawn and also told them that they can access my entire house and yard, without walking on that area. Their response was: If the ground is soft and 10 people walk on it over one day it can get damaged. Their reply also insulted me by twice saying "It is really just common sense..." I told them to stay off of an area and they could get everywhere without walking on it, and rather than say "OK, we will certainly avoid it if we can, thanks for letting us know." they said what I posted above. One of the owners then called me and again was insulting. I reiterated the above, letting him know I was just doing what their document told me, and he said "Yep, that is just common sense" and started just saying "Sensitive people..." as if I was being an idiot. I say: don't walk on this area of my lawn and He says: if people walk on it it will get damages, that's just common sense. And of course he then let me know that they'd be billing me for 10% of the total cost (which I figured, because it is in the signed proposal) and if I didn't, they'd turn me over to collections. I asked why they didn't get back to me about my gutter guards when I asked. He deflected that and said something non-sensical. Avoid them at all costs. I will pay the 10% and sleep better knowing I don't have an uncaring, unprofessional company working on my house. If I could leave a ZERO start review, I would."
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Remodeling By Erik
4.7(
57
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Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Remodeling by Erik rescued our downstairs area on our second row beach home on Oak Island when it was hit by hurricane Isaias. The back wall was pushed away from the foundation by 3 feet of water that had been trapped inside. The area was not hurricane compliant so the water could not escape. Plus we had to pay exorbitant insurance due to being FEMA noncompliant. Remodeling by Erik installed FEMA compliant flood vents around the base of the home Which not only look nice but reduced our yearly insurance by almost 2K!. They also built a beautiful slat wall to replace the old solid wall thus creating more open space for water to flow out of and making a closed off, musty room more open and airy. Not to mention the slat wall is beautiful. Our outside shower was demolished by Isaias and they re-built a beautiful new shower. They also replaced our ruined water heater with a new one and had to troubleshoot the electrical that had been compromised. Take a look at our before & after photos! Erik and his team including Mike and Terry, are really nice folks to work with. They are currently renovating and expanding our tiny, outdated bathroom and we are super excited to see the results! We highly recommend them & look forward to working with them on future projects we have!??"
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Constructive Solutions
4.7(
31
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Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a full service remodeling company, began in 1980, family owned and operated. Virtually all types of remodeling, repairs and renovations in residential and light commercial settings are handled from concept to completion. You will deal with me, Mark Marcley in the design, estimating and all related work on the job. My wife Lynne works in the office part time, my son Dylan works full time, my other sons Erik and Kristofer work part time.

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Amitrano Brothers
5.0(
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Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The Amitrano Brothers are wonderful! Our building has never been as clean as it was after they cleaned. We couldn’t find a speck of dirt anywhere and were thoroughly impressed and set up recurring cleanings with them. Also, their customer service is 10/10 hands down. They are a joy to work with."
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FAQs for exterior home or structure paint or stain projects in Wilmington, NC

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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