Alex Williams Home Improvements is your local, reliable, family owned roofing, siding and guttering expert serving Columbia and surrounding communities with pride. As an owner-operated business, Alex Williams is the primary contractor on every job. Alex will make sure that your project is completed the right way the first time around. We never sub out our work, so you know that you will be working with the same people from start to finish. If you are concerned about quality and reliability, you can count on us! We are dedicated to providing the highest level of skilled craftsmanship and quality materials on every job. Plus, our crew is clean and friendly and we always treat you, your family and your home with complete respect. Call us today for the best in the business!
"He repaired the siding and painted the entire exterior of the house and stained the deck in less than 5 days. The house looks beautiful now. He gave me a fair price and finished the work on time as he promised. He works and his crew are very polite and professional. Every day he greeted us when he came and notified us when he left and asked our opinion about the color of the paint very early in the process. He paid attention to details and did extra work without charge (power washed the drive way and fixed one of the handrail boards of the deck). We were very traumatized by the previous contractor who did the deck. But with Alex. We felt so much better. I will definitely recommend him with a big A+."
kathy c on July 2023
Alex Williams Home Improvements is your local, reliable, family owned roofing, siding and guttering expert serving Columbia and surrounding communities with pride. As an owner-operated business, Alex Williams is the primary contractor on every job. Alex will make sure that your project is completed the right way the first time around. We never sub out our work, so you know that you will be working with the same people from start to finish. If you are concerned about quality and reliability, you can count on us! We are dedicated to providing the highest level of skilled craftsmanship and quality materials on every job. Plus, our crew is clean and friendly and we always treat you, your family and your home with complete respect. Call us today for the best in the business!
"He repaired the siding and painted the entire exterior of the house and stained the deck in less than 5 days. The house looks beautiful now. He gave me a fair price and finished the work on time as he promised. He works and his crew are very polite and professional. Every day he greeted us when he came and notified us when he left and asked our opinion about the color of the paint very early in the process. He paid attention to details and did extra work without charge (power washed the drive way and fixed one of the handrail boards of the deck). We were very traumatized by the previous contractor who did the deck. But with Alex. We felt so much better. I will definitely recommend him with a big A+."
kathy c on July 2023
D. Fuentes painting is 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.
"Very professional and very high quality."
Teryal T on May 2025
D. Fuentes painting is 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.
"Very professional and very high quality."
Teryal T on May 2025
Having over 15 years of experience has given us an unparalleled advantage over our competition and allowed us to provide the finest and most efficient customer service possible. We strive to ensure you’re confident and satisfied with our work. We look forward to providing excellent customer service!" Give us a call for your painting needs!
"Leo is genuinely a hard worker, very professional and on top of that a nice guy. His pricing is competitive and his work is exceptionally good. Can't go wrong with him working on your home project!"
Coco T on April 2024
Having over 15 years of experience has given us an unparalleled advantage over our competition and allowed us to provide the finest and most efficient customer service possible. We strive to ensure you’re confident and satisfied with our work. We look forward to providing excellent customer service!" Give us a call for your painting needs!
"Leo is genuinely a hard worker, very professional and on top of that a nice guy. His pricing is competitive and his work is exceptionally good. Can't go wrong with him working on your home project!"
Coco T on April 2024
Wall Covering Country LLC, 28+ years of experience Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Alfredo and his team (Jose, then Pablo) did an excellent job in fixing many cracks in two bedrooms-turned-home offices, then sanding and painting the walls, ceilings, trim, and closets. They also patched a hole in the basement ceiling that a plumber left from a previous job. Alfredo is a smart and passionate business owner and does his work with quality and care. He estimated that the job would take 5 days, and it was completed in 4 with no corners being cut. They all were friendly and customer-focused throughout the job, and they were helpful in moving furniture that we were not able to do beforehand. I was impressed that Alfredo himself was here the entire time and didn't leave to work on other jobs during the day. I would absolutely work with Alfredo and Solis/Wall Covering Country in the future and have several projects in the queue right now. The estimate was higher than the other two I received, but I was not convinced that I would receive the same quality of work and excellent customer service with the less-expensive firms. We are glad we went with Alfredo."
STEVEN G on November 2024
Wall Covering Country LLC, 28+ years of experience Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Alfredo and his team (Jose, then Pablo) did an excellent job in fixing many cracks in two bedrooms-turned-home offices, then sanding and painting the walls, ceilings, trim, and closets. They also patched a hole in the basement ceiling that a plumber left from a previous job. Alfredo is a smart and passionate business owner and does his work with quality and care. He estimated that the job would take 5 days, and it was completed in 4 with no corners being cut. They all were friendly and customer-focused throughout the job, and they were helpful in moving furniture that we were not able to do beforehand. I was impressed that Alfredo himself was here the entire time and didn't leave to work on other jobs during the day. I would absolutely work with Alfredo and Solis/Wall Covering Country in the future and have several projects in the queue right now. The estimate was higher than the other two I received, but I was not convinced that I would receive the same quality of work and excellent customer service with the less-expensive firms. We are glad we went with Alfredo."
STEVEN G on November 2024
Chevy Chase Exteriors is a locally owned business offering high-quality Exterior Services including Carpentry, Mild Construction, All Painting, Pressure Washing, Gutter Cleaning, handyman work and Deck Restoration. No matter the size of a project, we handle all of the stages with a great attention to detail. Our technicians are highly experienced, and we're skilled at pressure washing many types of surfaces. We understand which methods to use to ensure that the job is completed without causing any damage to your property.
"CCE did a fantastic job in building our deck.We’re extremely happy with the outcome."
MAURICE W on May 2023
Chevy Chase Exteriors is a locally owned business offering high-quality Exterior Services including Carpentry, Mild Construction, All Painting, Pressure Washing, Gutter Cleaning, handyman work and Deck Restoration. No matter the size of a project, we handle all of the stages with a great attention to detail. Our technicians are highly experienced, and we're skilled at pressure washing many types of surfaces. We understand which methods to use to ensure that the job is completed without causing any damage to your property.
"CCE did a fantastic job in building our deck.We’re extremely happy with the outcome."
MAURICE W on May 2023
Believing painting offers you a clean and excellent interior and exterior painting, drywall repairs, fences and decks stained. Have 10 years of experience
"Great work! I will deffinately use this company again."
Sylvia B on March 2025
Believing painting offers you a clean and excellent interior and exterior painting, drywall repairs, fences and decks stained. Have 10 years of experience
"Great work! I will deffinately use this company again."
Sylvia B on March 2025
Family owned & operated since 1985. We are a full deck & fence Restoration Company. I have up to 3 employees & no subcontractors. All estimates are free and no trip charges EVER. Owner, Kurt Sabaté, is a Certified Wood Restoration Specialist & bringing old-neglected decks & fences back to there like new original look. As a retired Chef, I handle all my business as if it were food, giving you the best product possible and presenting it as flawless as possible. My company is NOT in the business for the volume of clients, but in the business for the long term client relationship. Since taking over the business from my brother, Ted Sabaté, hence the "TS", I have a 100% success rate for customer satisfaction. My testimonials say it all on my web-site. I love what I do and so do ALL my clients. TS Pressure Washing & Deck Restorations, LLC is a proud member of the "BBB" and to this day still has an A+ rating & NO complaints. We also offer e-billing, as many follow up visits necessary to make sure the customer is 100% happy and follow up calls and or emails to ensure you are absolutely pleased with my work.
"Outstanding"
Susan E on June 2018
Family owned & operated since 1985. We are a full deck & fence Restoration Company. I have up to 3 employees & no subcontractors. All estimates are free and no trip charges EVER. Owner, Kurt Sabaté, is a Certified Wood Restoration Specialist & bringing old-neglected decks & fences back to there like new original look. As a retired Chef, I handle all my business as if it were food, giving you the best product possible and presenting it as flawless as possible. My company is NOT in the business for the volume of clients, but in the business for the long term client relationship. Since taking over the business from my brother, Ted Sabaté, hence the "TS", I have a 100% success rate for customer satisfaction. My testimonials say it all on my web-site. I love what I do and so do ALL my clients. TS Pressure Washing & Deck Restorations, LLC is a proud member of the "BBB" and to this day still has an A+ rating & NO complaints. We also offer e-billing, as many follow up visits necessary to make sure the customer is 100% happy and follow up calls and or emails to ensure you are absolutely pleased with my work.
"Outstanding"
Susan E on June 2018
JWHI provides world-class customer service with consistent and superior workmanship. We strive to be the trusted market leader in the home improvement industry. Proudly, we are Super Service Award Winner for over a decade, and we plan to keep that streak going! Contact us today to discuss your next handyman or remodeling project. Our mission is to provide you with a happy home improvement experience!
"Fine it was fine"
Jonathan S on April 2025
JWHI provides world-class customer service with consistent and superior workmanship. We strive to be the trusted market leader in the home improvement industry. Proudly, we are Super Service Award Winner for over a decade, and we plan to keep that streak going! Contact us today to discuss your next handyman or remodeling project. Our mission is to provide you with a happy home improvement experience!
"Fine it was fine"
Jonathan S on April 2025
Founded in 1998, Manor Works specializes in serving the needs of residential homeowners. Having completed over 10,000 painting projects since our inception, we have built systems and processes to ensure our projects are of consistently high quality, and just as importantly, they run smoothly. Part of this is by not employing day laborers or subcontractors. All of our painters and carpenters are full-time, year round employees. Our stable and highly trained workforce allows us to control quality. This approach, coupled with our unwavering commitment to quality control, enables us to uphold our high standards. Additionally, we offer the longest available warranties, detailed project proposals, and convenient online scheduling systems to further enhance our customer experience. Our dedication to excellence has been recognized through various awards. For inquiries, please contact us at (703) 339-6800 or via email at SusanneT@manorworks.com.
"They did a great job painting 4 rooms for me exactly as planned and at a lower cost than the other providers I spoke with."
Christopher C on May 2025
Founded in 1998, Manor Works specializes in serving the needs of residential homeowners. Having completed over 10,000 painting projects since our inception, we have built systems and processes to ensure our projects are of consistently high quality, and just as importantly, they run smoothly. Part of this is by not employing day laborers or subcontractors. All of our painters and carpenters are full-time, year round employees. Our stable and highly trained workforce allows us to control quality. This approach, coupled with our unwavering commitment to quality control, enables us to uphold our high standards. Additionally, we offer the longest available warranties, detailed project proposals, and convenient online scheduling systems to further enhance our customer experience. Our dedication to excellence has been recognized through various awards. For inquiries, please contact us at (703) 339-6800 or via email at SusanneT@manorworks.com.
"They did a great job painting 4 rooms for me exactly as planned and at a lower cost than the other providers I spoke with."
Christopher C on May 2025
WOW-1 Day Painting brings people a fast, affordable and high quality solution for all their interior or exterior residential, commercial and industrial painting projects! Our team of professional painters completes the quality painting you expect, in a timeline that’s unexpected: 1 DAY and Done without paying a premium. Guaranteed! Plus, our eco-friendly painting service uses zero VOC and low VOC paint to minimize our impact on the environment and your family or staff. That means no harsh odors or fumes when you return at the end of the day to your freshly painted home or office!
"We hired Wow 1 Day for 2 separate projects and each one was high quality work with professional service and communications. The first was after we had a flood and needed to get our basement painted after water remediation. The second time we use the company to repaint our entire house. They were great helping with color consultations. We let our kids have some say over there rooms but the company was great in helping with that process. They also helped us be selective about trim and doors that didn't need to repainted to keep us on budget. I would recommend this company without reservation."
Scot S on March 2025
WOW-1 Day Painting brings people a fast, affordable and high quality solution for all their interior or exterior residential, commercial and industrial painting projects! Our team of professional painters completes the quality painting you expect, in a timeline that’s unexpected: 1 DAY and Done without paying a premium. Guaranteed! Plus, our eco-friendly painting service uses zero VOC and low VOC paint to minimize our impact on the environment and your family or staff. That means no harsh odors or fumes when you return at the end of the day to your freshly painted home or office!
"We hired Wow 1 Day for 2 separate projects and each one was high quality work with professional service and communications. The first was after we had a flood and needed to get our basement painted after water remediation. The second time we use the company to repaint our entire house. They were great helping with color consultations. We let our kids have some say over there rooms but the company was great in helping with that process. They also helped us be selective about trim and doors that didn't need to repainted to keep us on budget. I would recommend this company without reservation."
Scot S on March 2025
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.