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Art Work Painting, LLC
4.9(
132
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Serving Milton, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent company. Always on time with work and commitments. Did not leave the job site until everything was perfect. Highly recommend them for any exterior or interior paint project."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate91%
135 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TC Son's Drywall LLC
5.0(
9
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Serving Milton, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The final look was absolutely beautiful. A certain color i picked didn’t look how i expected it to & they were more than willing to paint over and redo that section with a different color of my choice. Everyone was very respectful & professional. I will be calling back for more inside work! "
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Response time12 hrs
Response rate91%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Sunrise Contracting Llc
5.0(
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Serving Milton, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I use Sunrise Painting several times a year for both my clients I refer them to and for my own properties. He gets my quotes completed quickly and more importantly he gets the projects completed promptly. I also appreciate the owner, Halil, follows up each completion with his own final touch ups and cleanup. I think he and his firm are the best."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Paddy's LLC
4.7(
167
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Serving Milton, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did a great job on the roof at a reasonable price in comparison to the other quotes I received from other big name companies. Roof was a 20 year old and need an update. Appreciate, the straight to the point sales pitch. Constant communication throughout the process. Happy with the job thus far. Will continue to monitor for any issues. "
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate89%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Elwood's Painting and Power Washing
Elwood's Painting and Power Washing
5.0(
22
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Serving Milton, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

"Elwood did an excellent job. He did much more than the exterior painting. His prices on the painting were far better than the others. I WILL hire him again & rec him to others."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Neumann Custom Painting Co
5.0(
52
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Serving Milton, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We can't imagine how it could have gone any better. From the initial meeting to discuss what we needed to the final clean-up, everything was above our expectations. At our first meeting, Fred and Karen went through each room with us and offered suggestions for colors. They gave us a firm price and a firm starting date consistent with our desired timing. Before leaving, Karen provided a number of color books and paint wheels to help us identify the specific colors we wanted to use. While we narrowed our selection down to eight or so colors for the multiple areas that would e painted, we still weren't sure how our choices would blend into the overall light and airy theme we were seeking. Karen came back a few days before the scheduled start and spent over an hour with us going over our choices and making a number of suggestions that made a lot of sense. On day one (and every day of the job), Fred and Karen showed up on time and went right to work. They were very careful with their estimates of the paints needed and only purchased the paint on a daily basis so that we did not end up with a lot of excess paint. It also allowed us to tweak some of the colors to give the right hue and sheen under the lighting in the house. In preparation, they asked us to remove some of fragile items from cupboards and take down things hanging on the walls -- but to leave the nails/hangers in place where we did not want the holes to be filled. They then took care of removing all the electrical covers, patching up some settling cracks, and moving the furniture as needed. They had a very efficient process with laying down generous drop cloths and working one area at a time. They would start by rolling the first coats on the ceiling an walls of the area, then cutting in two coats on the edges and finishing up with a second coat on the walls an ceilings. Their attention to detail was great and they made sure every surface was evenly covered and all edging was sharp. When they were finished (again, on time as scheduled), we were thrilled with the results because it all came together in exactly the way we had hoped. The wall holes had disappeared, the electrical covers were back in place, and the furniture was where it belonged. It was a great experience and we felt we got full value for our investment . We would not hesitate to recommend Fred and Karen for any interior painting project."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Castillos Painting LLC
4.7(
15
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Serving Milton, DE and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We had Castillo’s paint our new home and were so impressed with their focus and attention to detail we hired them for another home we have and were impressed. Crew is great neat and respectful of your home and it’s finishes. Would hire again when the need arises. They also left all the remaining paint clearly labeled for future use."
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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FAQs for exterior home or structure paint or stain projects in Milton, DE

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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