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Midwest Paint
4.9(
19
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Serving Prairie City, 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."
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Response time3 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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515 Painting & Home Services
5.0(
2
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Serving Prairie City, 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 Prairie City, 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
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Jim Ferguson Painting LLC
5.0(
117
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Serving Prairie City, 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 Prairie City, IA and surrounding areas

"<p>It went exceptionally well --- </p> <p>The owner started by taking me around the Sherman Hill area of Des Moines, showing me homes he had previously done (35+ homes), showing me paint colors/combinations he thought would look good on my house.  After I signed on with him, he was at my house every day with his staff working along side them.  He was also readily available by phone, returning my call within 1-2 hours if not available when I called.  They were there on time each day, worked long hours with quality staff -- and the same staff, which is a plus!</p> <p>They were very careful about the plants/items around my home.  Top quality prep work (spent needed time prepping prior to painting) taping windows prior to painting, even taped down tarps on my solarium roof and porch roof prior to painting the siding.  Intricately painted around my windows to get the effect I was looking for.  Went the extra mile and measured for new windows and a door that I wanted to install prior to painting and repaired a side door I didn't even know was rotted.  They were very aware of picking up at the end of each day.  </p> <p>I can't say enough about how good they were and what a positive experience this was ---- I am very pleased, and when the job was done, except for the beautiful new house I had, you wouldn't have even known they were there.  I definitely highly recommend them to all and will be using them in the future for other jobs around my home.  The company is top notch, and they are definitely all about the restoration of a home, not just the painting of it.  </p> <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
My Painter
5.0(
7
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Serving Prairie City, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"<p>He was initially busy so the first week we had planned for the work did not work for his schedule. I ended up agreeing to a 3 week delay. But when he did come, he got everything done in one day and it was a great job. The only reason I gave him a B was because he is so busy that I did not get the first date I had scheduled. We also asked for a quote for another project, but his schedule has kept him from providing the quote.</p> <br />"
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Mid States Carpenters Group Corporation
4.8(
64
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Serving Prairie City, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We replaced approximately 10 exterior trim boards in advance of painting our house. Judd was very quick to respond to my request for an estimate and great with communication throughout the project. His walk-thru during the estimate process was very thorough and you could tell he was knowledgeable by the items he pointed out about the construction of our house and recommendations he made. His crew was timely, hardworking and detailed. Judd wasn't there for the entire job, but was on-site daily and was always asking if the work was acceptable. At the end of the job he did a walk-thru of everything completed, which we were very pleased with. I felt very comfortable with his crew and highly recommend them."
Recommended by92%of homeowners
CR Painting
4.6(
17
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Serving Prairie City, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Brian, the owner, was very knowledgeable and professional. His crew was always on time, professional, patient about answering my many questions, and worked hard to do a great job.   Brian was onsite daily to see how the job was going and to see if I had any questions. My home was built in 1930.  It was important to have CR Painting, also, because they are are lead-paint certified.  The job was not easy.  There was a lot of glazing needed on the windows and there were heavy storm-windows that had to be taken off and put back on.   I am very pleased with the job they did.  My house looks great!  I would not hesitate to hire CR Painting again.  <br /> <br />"
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Quality Painting & Decorating
5.0(
5
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Serving Prairie City, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were going out of town at the time and wanted to have the work done while we were away. Brian and his team did a fantastic job of painting and staining. They even repaired some imperfections in the drywall and texture. I would highly reccommend Quality painting for any and all painting/staining project.. Very trustworthy ,highly professional, and reasonably priced. I have used this company many times since with the same great results"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for exterior home or structure paint or stain projects in Prairie City, 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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