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Avatar for Silver Line Construction Plus

Silver Line Construction Plus

5.00(
11
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•Approved Pro

Silver Line Construction Plus

5.00(
11
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

With over 10 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!

"They did a great job! My roof looks great! Reliable and kept me well informed about everything. They kept cost in mind and cleaned up nicely after themselves. Serge even came out late to tarp the roof until it could get repaired so that I didnâ t have any further damage to the house waiting for the roof. They were very nice to work with. Great people. I canâ t say enough good things about them!"

Sammi E on June 2024

With over 10 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!

"They did a great job! My roof looks great! Reliable and kept me well informed about everything. They kept cost in mind and cleaned up nicely after themselves. Serge even came out late to tarp the roof until it could get repaired so that I didnâ t have any further damage to the house waiting for the roof. They were very nice to work with. Great people. I canâ t say enough good things about them!"

Sammi E on June 2024

F&K Painting Company

4.50(
2
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•Approved Pro

F&K Painting Company

4.50(
2
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"He was very courteous and finished the job on time."

Luis . on July 2022

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"He was very courteous and finished the job on time."

Luis . on July 2022

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Custom Painting of Asheville, Inc.

4.89(
105
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•Approved Pro

Custom Painting of Asheville, Inc.

4.89(
105
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
108 local quotes requested

Custom Painting of Asheville Inc. has put their mark in the industry with quality finishes time and time again. We are a family owned and operated business, established in Asheville, North Carolina. Our services cover the wonderful city of Asheville and cities within 60 miles. We do not subcontract our work we have trustworthy employees. As painting contractors, we have earned a solid reputation of excellence. When you choose us, you can expect nothing short of great. In fact, we are known for our commitment to quality, timeliness, and professionalism throughout every painting process. Call us today for your free estimate!

"Wow! Dario and his team exceeded my high expectations. FIVE stars for communication, punctuality- every time, affordable, quality work, attention to detail, responsiveness, and clean up. They worked around and protected my pets, my chickens, my vehicles. When I changed my mind on some key elements they were flexible, patient, kind, and reassuring. I couldn't be happier! * Pressure washed home * Repaired siding * Painted siding, soffits, fascia, window trim, doors, & garage doors"

Kristin G on August 2025

Custom Painting of Asheville Inc. has put their mark in the industry with quality finishes time and time again. We are a family owned and operated business, established in Asheville, North Carolina. Our services cover the wonderful city of Asheville and cities within 60 miles. We do not subcontract our work we have trustworthy employees. As painting contractors, we have earned a solid reputation of excellence. When you choose us, you can expect nothing short of great. In fact, we are known for our commitment to quality, timeliness, and professionalism throughout every painting process. Call us today for your free estimate!

"Wow! Dario and his team exceeded my high expectations. FIVE stars for communication, punctuality- every time, affordable, quality work, attention to detail, responsiveness, and clean up. They worked around and protected my pets, my chickens, my vehicles. When I changed my mind on some key elements they were flexible, patient, kind, and reassuring. I couldn't be happier! * Pressure washed home * Repaired siding * Painted siding, soffits, fascia, window trim, doors, & garage doors"

Kristin G on August 2025

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Strawberry Painting & Drywall

5.00(
13
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•Approved Pro

Strawberry Painting & Drywall

5.00(
13
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
115 local quotes requested

Strawberry Painting & Drywall We are a responsible company dedicated to creating an excellent job so that our customers are happy with their project of remodeling and transforming their home with quality paint.

"Strawberry painting did and excellent job in painting the outside of my house. They went the extra mile in cleaning and caulking to ensure my house would stay dry after painting. They worked everyday they said they would be there and stayed long hours. I would recommend Strawberry painting for all your painting needs."

Diane C on September 2025

Strawberry Painting & Drywall We are a responsible company dedicated to creating an excellent job so that our customers are happy with their project of remodeling and transforming their home with quality paint.

"Strawberry painting did and excellent job in painting the outside of my house. They went the extra mile in cleaning and caulking to ensure my house would stay dry after painting. They worked everyday they said they would be there and stayed long hours. I would recommend Strawberry painting for all your painting needs."

Diane C on September 2025

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Calix Painting Charlotte, LLC

5.00(
4
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•Approved Pro

Calix Painting Charlotte, LLC

5.00(
4
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
68 local quotes requested

Satisfaction guaranteed. Efficient Painter committed to timely completion of residential and commercial painting projects. Dedicated contributor to a hardworking painting team emphasizing safety, professionalism, and customer satisfaction. Experienced in residential and commercial painting. Works well both independently and in team environments. Meticulous and focused with a strong dedication to quality. Dependable worker dedicated to completing projects on time. Skillfully uses a variety of tools and machinery. For English please call us today at: (704) 779-4119

"The Calix team was fantastic. Their services are prompt, thorough, and flexible as our interests changed. We painted the entire exterior of our home, which is a major change that we were nervous about. Lesther checked in with every step to make sure we were satisfied with the work and worked with us as we oscillated on the final choice for the trim and doors. We unexpectedly needed some repairs to the wood under our gutters and he helped us to get that repaired as well. Despite of some rain and us choosing the last colors at the 11th hour, they finished the work in four days. Lesther ensures his work is high quality and his customers are satisfied, in addition to just being a nice guy to work with. You can tell he is passionate and meticulous about his work."

Denise B on January 2025

Satisfaction guaranteed. Efficient Painter committed to timely completion of residential and commercial painting projects. Dedicated contributor to a hardworking painting team emphasizing safety, professionalism, and customer satisfaction. Experienced in residential and commercial painting. Works well both independently and in team environments. Meticulous and focused with a strong dedication to quality. Dependable worker dedicated to completing projects on time. Skillfully uses a variety of tools and machinery. For English please call us today at: (704) 779-4119

"The Calix team was fantastic. Their services are prompt, thorough, and flexible as our interests changed. We painted the entire exterior of our home, which is a major change that we were nervous about. Lesther checked in with every step to make sure we were satisfied with the work and worked with us as we oscillated on the final choice for the trim and doors. We unexpectedly needed some repairs to the wood under our gutters and he helped us to get that repaired as well. Despite of some rain and us choosing the last colors at the 11th hour, they finished the work in four days. Lesther ensures his work is high quality and his customers are satisfied, in addition to just being a nice guy to work with. You can tell he is passionate and meticulous about his work."

Denise B on January 2025

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Garcia's Pro Painting LLC

4.94(
17
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•Approved Pro

Garcia's Pro Painting LLC

4.94(
17
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
61 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in painting and drywall services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Excellent Very Professional, Punctual and a Perfectionist Can’t wait to hire him for our next job Will refer to others"

Clayton S on November 2025

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in painting and drywall services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Excellent Very Professional, Punctual and a Perfectionist Can’t wait to hire him for our next job Will refer to others"

Clayton S on November 2025

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House Doctors of Mooresville

4.79(
15
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•Approved Pro

House Doctors of Mooresville

4.79(
15
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
85 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customization to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Steve D on October 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customization to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Steve D on October 2025

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NEW ERA Painting & Construction

5.00(
16
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•Approved Pro

NEW ERA Painting & Construction

5.00(
16
)
•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
46 local quotes requested

RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL PAINTING, REMODELING, AND HOUSECLEANING. We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! Specializing in Remodeling and Deck Building Services, we guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click to schedule a free estimate today! NEW ERA is a fully insured business! So your project is insured with us!

"Extremely well. Christian takes pride in his work and the end product is beautiful. When pre-existing gaps between center panel and outer trim on cupboard doors became apparent after painting, he insisted on caulking the gaps and repainting at no extra cost."

Pat Westphal w on September 2024

RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL PAINTING, REMODELING, AND HOUSECLEANING. We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! Specializing in Remodeling and Deck Building Services, we guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click to schedule a free estimate today! NEW ERA is a fully insured business! So your project is insured with us!

"Extremely well. Christian takes pride in his work and the end product is beautiful. When pre-existing gaps between center panel and outer trim on cupboard doors became apparent after painting, he insisted on caulking the gaps and repainting at no extra cost."

Pat Westphal w on September 2024

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Hernandez Custom Painting

4.79(
19
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•Approved Pro

Hernandez Custom Painting

4.79(
19
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
39 local quotes requested

🎨 We offer a range of painting services in residential and commercial settings for the 828 areas and surrounding. 👨🏻‍🎨 With 7+ years of painting experience our team is capable of delivering quality and affordable painting services. 🖼️ Services that we offer - Exterior and Interior painting - Staining/Finish - Cabinet Painting - Pressure Washing - Epoxy Flooring - Dry wall Repairs/Installation - Home Improvements - and More… ✨Contact for a free estimate! 📱 713-476-1182 📧 hernandezcustompainting713@gmail.com

"They did a good job, very reasonable. I would hire them again"

Susanne M on November 2024

🎨 We offer a range of painting services in residential and commercial settings for the 828 areas and surrounding. 👨🏻‍🎨 With 7+ years of painting experience our team is capable of delivering quality and affordable painting services. 🖼️ Services that we offer - Exterior and Interior painting - Staining/Finish - Cabinet Painting - Pressure Washing - Epoxy Flooring - Dry wall Repairs/Installation - Home Improvements - and More… ✨Contact for a free estimate! 📱 713-476-1182 📧 hernandezcustompainting713@gmail.com

"They did a good job, very reasonable. I would hire them again"

Susanne M on November 2024

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Carolina painting & remodeling LLC

4.94(
18
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•Approved Pro

Carolina painting & remodeling LLC

4.94(
18
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
58 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

we are specialized, in exterior interior painting, drywall install tape and finish, floor installation, trim/molding. We have 10 years of experience in this industry, we make sure are clients are happy with our work.

"We had an absolutely wonderful experience with this company! Kenia, the supervising lead, arrived on time for our initial appointment to assess the work and provide a quote. She came prepared with paint samples, was extremely helpful, courteous, and even provided the quote the same day. The team was professional, punctual, and did an excellent job repainting our bedroom and full bathroom. Their attention to detail and customer service were outstanding. We couldn’t be happier with the results and would highly recommend them to anyone. We’ll definitely hire them again for future projects!"

Amy I on November 2025

we are specialized, in exterior interior painting, drywall install tape and finish, floor installation, trim/molding. We have 10 years of experience in this industry, we make sure are clients are happy with our work.

"We had an absolutely wonderful experience with this company! Kenia, the supervising lead, arrived on time for our initial appointment to assess the work and provide a quote. She came prepared with paint samples, was extremely helpful, courteous, and even provided the quote the same day. The team was professional, punctual, and did an excellent job repainting our bedroom and full bathroom. Their attention to detail and customer service were outstanding. We couldn’t be happier with the results and would highly recommend them to anyone. We’ll definitely hire them again for future projects!"

Amy I on November 2025

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FAQs for exterior home or structure paint or stain projects in Hickory, 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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