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Midwest Paint
4.9(
19
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Couldn’t of ask for any better. They did a great job explaining the pro and cons of staining or painting my deck. No pressure sales, job was done fast and without any issues. Great price and great service. Highly recommend."
Refinish exterior front wood door
Commercial Interior Painting
Commercial Exterior Painting Before and After
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Commercial Exterior Repaint with color change

+13

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Groovy Hues Painting
5.0(
9
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Painting looks great! Communication was top notch. Timeline was met as discussed. I recommend getting a quote as they were the right price for work needed."
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Before update
Bathroom walls, resurfaced and painted

+35

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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515 Painting & Home Services
5.0(
2
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Customers say: Quick response

"They did an excellent job for helping with house exterior painting. They are also very nice to work with. Definitely would recommend to other people."
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Perfection Painting
4.7(
16
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This is the 2nd time I've used Perfection Painting and when I needed my main floor painted, Paul and his team were the first ones I called. Ali and Tony did a great job painting my main floor, 2 stairways and hallway. They were always communicating on what they would be working on that day and did a nice job of making sure they cleaned up each area. I am very pleased with how everything turned out and would definitely use them again for my future painting needs!"
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Painting by Gene
4.9(
8
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

"Gene did a nice job and was super friendly. He did most of the work himself with help from his employee Gary. I will ask Gene to do some additional painting in the future. I thought his prices were reasonable. He does not have a cell phone (Gene is an older gentleman) so make sure you leave a message and he will get back to you. He was very helpful picking out paint and allowed us to buy it from anywhere we wanted. He used his discount as a contractor to buy the paint and kept all the receipts for us. He didn't charge any extra for paint, just what it cost. He did all the work and made sure it was finished to our satisfaction before he made us pay anything. I will be recommending him to anyone who is in need of painting. <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Jim Ferguson Painting LLC
5.0(
117
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jim recently painted a custom built-in entertainment center in our home. The project was in our finished basement and Jim went above and beyond to protect our home when setting up his paint area. He was responsive, punctual, and completed on schedule. He is an excellent painter, detail oriented, and holds himself to an incredibly high standard. Highly recommend!"
Recommended by99%of homeowners
Elite Painting
4.9(
7
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

"We had an excellent experience with Elite Painting. We live in a historical area of Des Moines and must meet certain guidelines. We thought we would need to replace several pieces of siding and some window sills. Donald and his crew repaired all of the damaged areas and did a great paint job. Donald is a true craftsman and I would recommend him highly to anyone."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for exterior home or structure paint or stain projects in Ames, IA

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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