With over 20 yrs of experience, ACQ Home Improvement is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. In addition, we are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!
"Jeremy and crew are professional, and expert at what they do. Very customer focused and back their work 100 percent. It was a pleasure working with them"
Curt C on March 2023
With over 20 yrs of experience, ACQ Home Improvement is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. In addition, we are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!
"Jeremy and crew are professional, and expert at what they do. Very customer focused and back their work 100 percent. It was a pleasure working with them"
Curt C on March 2023
Community Home Services, LLC is proud to be a family owned, locally operated business that has been serving our community since 1999. With years of experience and unmatched expertise, we can help with any and all of your and siding needs. Since opening our doors we have built our business on providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship at a fair price. Our customers know that they can count on us to be timely, tidy and when the job is done, that they will be 100% satisfied with the work completed. Let us show you the Community Home Services difference, get in touch today!
"Work was quickly completed- showed up on time and completed job in less than two hours."
Carol R on March 2024
Community Home Services, LLC is proud to be a family owned, locally operated business that has been serving our community since 1999. With years of experience and unmatched expertise, we can help with any and all of your and siding needs. Since opening our doors we have built our business on providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship at a fair price. Our customers know that they can count on us to be timely, tidy and when the job is done, that they will be 100% satisfied with the work completed. Let us show you the Community Home Services difference, get in touch today!
"Work was quickly completed- showed up on time and completed job in less than two hours."
Carol R on March 2024
"Carolyn î î ¸ î ¸ î ¸ î ¸ î ¸ just now NEW For serious carpentry -- cedar siding replacements & repairs, window ledges given new PVC replacments, deckboard replacements & repairs and new deck stain job plus new oil primer, and new Paint with Sherwin Williams Latitude, I would give Sam & his crew plus Vini & his painting crew outstanding 5 star rating. Sal Ferreira who oversaw the whole Project and his crew members did things the right way. Pre-Primed cedarsiding was used and other areas scraped to the bare wood were also oil primed before 2 coats of Latex Latitude was applied to the body of the house, as well as exterior window and door frames & doors using 2 coats of Sherwin Williams Emerald High Reflective Gloss White after they were also primed, sanded, and then painted the right way. First time ever this has been done the RIGHT WAY. PLUS, they protected all the windows from any spray painting, roller painting, and brush painting done too, the RIGHT WAY. Clearly, they paid attention to detail. And 12 window ledges were replaced with permanent White PVC to stop future water damage problems of rot to the wood sections framing the outside windows. And PVC also permanently replaced the garage door woodsiding uprights that were splitting from snow and water damage done over the past 18 years. The attention to detail these men have is amazing!!! They did a phenomenal job and still did outstanding work in an intense 4 day heatwave. Did keep them well supplied with fresh Frozen Spring Water bottles which they could apply to their necks to stay cool and drink it once it was drinkable. Out of 4 different painting crews over the years, RP PRO Painting & Contracting clearly are the best. When few areas needed touchup, Sal pointed it out to them and it got done right! They worked on the home and did the right repairs and overall painting as if it were their own home, garage, & deck being worked on. THANK YOU for doing such a phenomenal job!! Even our family dogs were impressed and love the new look along with those who have seen you work done here. MANY THANKS and God Bless you."
Carol S on June 2024
"Carolyn î î ¸ î ¸ î ¸ î ¸ î ¸ just now NEW For serious carpentry -- cedar siding replacements & repairs, window ledges given new PVC replacments, deckboard replacements & repairs and new deck stain job plus new oil primer, and new Paint with Sherwin Williams Latitude, I would give Sam & his crew plus Vini & his painting crew outstanding 5 star rating. Sal Ferreira who oversaw the whole Project and his crew members did things the right way. Pre-Primed cedarsiding was used and other areas scraped to the bare wood were also oil primed before 2 coats of Latex Latitude was applied to the body of the house, as well as exterior window and door frames & doors using 2 coats of Sherwin Williams Emerald High Reflective Gloss White after they were also primed, sanded, and then painted the right way. First time ever this has been done the RIGHT WAY. PLUS, they protected all the windows from any spray painting, roller painting, and brush painting done too, the RIGHT WAY. Clearly, they paid attention to detail. And 12 window ledges were replaced with permanent White PVC to stop future water damage problems of rot to the wood sections framing the outside windows. And PVC also permanently replaced the garage door woodsiding uprights that were splitting from snow and water damage done over the past 18 years. The attention to detail these men have is amazing!!! They did a phenomenal job and still did outstanding work in an intense 4 day heatwave. Did keep them well supplied with fresh Frozen Spring Water bottles which they could apply to their necks to stay cool and drink it once it was drinkable. Out of 4 different painting crews over the years, RP PRO Painting & Contracting clearly are the best. When few areas needed touchup, Sal pointed it out to them and it got done right! They worked on the home and did the right repairs and overall painting as if it were their own home, garage, & deck being worked on. THANK YOU for doing such a phenomenal job!! Even our family dogs were impressed and love the new look along with those who have seen you work done here. MANY THANKS and God Bless you."
Carol S on June 2024
Painter1 New England is a locally/owner/family run and operated company with over 10 years experience. We are your one stop spot for all of your painting needs. We specialize in all facets of painting and remodeling. We are extremely competitive and understand the value of building a relationship with our customers. Our projects are always clean, on time, and on budget. We will go to all lengths to please our clients every needs and promptly reply to your request. Call today for a free estimate.
"They start in two weeks so i dont know teir quality yet They do have good reveiws and website"
Richard B on September 2022
Painter1 New England is a locally/owner/family run and operated company with over 10 years experience. We are your one stop spot for all of your painting needs. We specialize in all facets of painting and remodeling. We are extremely competitive and understand the value of building a relationship with our customers. Our projects are always clean, on time, and on budget. We will go to all lengths to please our clients every needs and promptly reply to your request. Call today for a free estimate.
"They start in two weeks so i dont know teir quality yet They do have good reveiws and website"
Richard B on September 2022
We provide first-class painting services for all phases of interior and exterior, residential, and commercial projects. We cater our business to your needs and provide FREE quotes, consultation and design assistance. We do not subcontract. Quality is most important to us. We are dedicated to making sure you are 100% satisfied. We offer a variety of services that will make your home or business look great inside and out. We take care of your home like it?s our own, and would be happy to take on your next painting project. We provide a 3 year warranty.
"Ferdinand was great. Very efficient and friendly as was his team. Cleaned up well and protected my plants"
Leslie B on May 2025
We provide first-class painting services for all phases of interior and exterior, residential, and commercial projects. We cater our business to your needs and provide FREE quotes, consultation and design assistance. We do not subcontract. Quality is most important to us. We are dedicated to making sure you are 100% satisfied. We offer a variety of services that will make your home or business look great inside and out. We take care of your home like it?s our own, and would be happy to take on your next painting project. We provide a 3 year warranty.
"Ferdinand was great. Very efficient and friendly as was his team. Cleaned up well and protected my plants"
Leslie B on May 2025
20+ years of experience! We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Great job very happy with the work"
cheryl h on May 2025
20+ years of experience! We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Great job very happy with the work"
cheryl h on May 2025
Costello Coatings, based out of Freeport, Maine, with over 25 years of experience, is dedicated to providing our Customers with the finest quality craftsmanship possible. We put our Hearts in to each and every project and look forward to continuing to build our reputation as the premier service of Cumberland county, ME and the surrounding area.we are insured ,have an A-1 rating with the better business bureau and value each and every customer !
"Fast and quality work"
Larry M on July 2024
Costello Coatings, based out of Freeport, Maine, with over 25 years of experience, is dedicated to providing our Customers with the finest quality craftsmanship possible. We put our Hearts in to each and every project and look forward to continuing to build our reputation as the premier service of Cumberland county, ME and the surrounding area.we are insured ,have an A-1 rating with the better business bureau and value each and every customer !
"Fast and quality work"
Larry M on July 2024
We offer a variety of painting services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!
"VMA Pro was the best very meticulous and always willing to please. The job was done to an exception and I would recommend them to anyone."
Nancy f on April 2025
We offer a variety of painting services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!
"VMA Pro was the best very meticulous and always willing to please. The job was done to an exception and I would recommend them to anyone."
Nancy f on April 2025
With over 40+ years of combined experience throughout our team, Lighthouse Painting is ready to paint your vision! With over 1500+ completed projects, we strive towards providing unparalleled customer service - and it starts with communication. Our staff is prompt, courteous, and are ready to provide you with quality results on your painting project every step of the way. Call or message us today to schedule your complimentary estimate!
"The entire team at Lighthouse painting, especially Nick and Wesley, did an amazing job with our project! The interior painting was meticulous and great care was given to matching our color preferences and completing all of the work in a timely fashion. This is an extremely professional and dedicated team and we could not have been more pleased with the way our painting project turned out!"
Tanja H on February 2025
With over 40+ years of combined experience throughout our team, Lighthouse Painting is ready to paint your vision! With over 1500+ completed projects, we strive towards providing unparalleled customer service - and it starts with communication. Our staff is prompt, courteous, and are ready to provide you with quality results on your painting project every step of the way. Call or message us today to schedule your complimentary estimate!
"The entire team at Lighthouse painting, especially Nick and Wesley, did an amazing job with our project! The interior painting was meticulous and great care was given to matching our color preferences and completing all of the work in a timely fashion. This is an extremely professional and dedicated team and we could not have been more pleased with the way our painting project turned out!"
Tanja H on February 2025
For over 8 years, RP Pro Paint LLC has provided the greater Merrimack, NH community with professional painting and carpentry services perfect for properties large and small. We’ve served residential and commercial clients alike throughout Londonderry, Bedford, Amherst, Nashua, Hollis, Brookline, Milford, and beyond in the pursuit and achievement of their dream property. We believe that quality is key at RP Pro Paint, and we provide extensive training to our licensed and certified teams to ensure that our craftsmanship is at the top of our industry.
"Wonderful. They were on time. I dealt with either sal or sol. They were neat and clean and efficient. They even stayed on a Sunday to finish it. They were just wonderful and so good with my mom too."
Maureen P on June 2023
For over 8 years, RP Pro Paint LLC has provided the greater Merrimack, NH community with professional painting and carpentry services perfect for properties large and small. We’ve served residential and commercial clients alike throughout Londonderry, Bedford, Amherst, Nashua, Hollis, Brookline, Milford, and beyond in the pursuit and achievement of their dream property. We believe that quality is key at RP Pro Paint, and we provide extensive training to our licensed and certified teams to ensure that our craftsmanship is at the top of our industry.
"Wonderful. They were on time. I dealt with either sal or sol. They were neat and clean and efficient. They even stayed on a Sunday to finish it. They were just wonderful and so good with my mom too."
Maureen P on June 2023
A single gallon of exterior paint covers approximately 350-400 square feet, which translates to eight to 12 standard-sized shutters, depending on their dimensions. Factors affecting coverage include shutter material, surface condition, and application method. Porous surfaces like weathered wood may require additional paint, while smooth vinyl surfaces might need less. Always purchase slightly more paint than your calculations suggest to avoid running short.
Each application method has distinct advantages. Spray painting creates a smooth, even finish and works well for louvered or detailed shutters, but requires more preparation to prevent overspray. Brushing allows for better control and paint penetration into crevices, though it takes longer and may show brush marks. Your choice should depend on the shutter design and whether the shutters will be painted in place or removed.
Exterior shutters need repainting every four to seven years, though this varies based on climate conditions, sun exposure, and shutter material. Signs that indicate repainting is needed include fading, chalking, cracking, or peeling paint. Wood shutters in humid or rainy environments may require more frequent attention than those in drier climates. Regular inspections help identify when maintenance is needed before damage occurs.
Removing shutters before painting offers several advantages, including easier access to all surfaces and hardware. This approach allows for more thorough preparation and eliminates the risk of paint getting on surrounding surfaces. However, removal adds time to the project and presents challenges with second-story shutters. If safety concerns or hardware issues make removal difficult, on-site painting with proper masking and drop cloths is a viable alternative.
Painting shutters is significantly more economical than replacement when the underlying structure remains sound. With replacement costs ranging from $45 to $420 per shutter plus installation, repainting at $4 to $33 per shutter represents substantial savings. However, if shutters show significant structural damage, warping, or deterioration, replacement might prove more cost-effective long-term. The decision should balance current condition, desired appearance, and budget considerations.