Top 10 deck staining and sealing services in Des Moines, IA

Porch Pro Headshot Iowa Home Consulting
Deck Staining and Sealing
Serves Des Moines, Iowa
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Iowa Home Consulting can you provide with all of your painting and home improvement needs. Selling your home? We also specialize in home sale preparation! Give us call or check our website to learn more.
Iowa Home Consulting can you provide with all of your painting and home improvement needs. Selling your home? We also specialize in home sale preparation! Give us call or check our website to learn more.
Porch Pro Headshot 515 Roofing & Construction LLC
Deck Staining and Sealing
Serves Des Moines, Iowa
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We at 515 Roofing & Construction are always committed to customer satisfaction. We thrive to do the best quality work with the best customer service all at an affordable price. "From your roof down to your basement, we do it all!"
We at 515 Roofing & Construction are always committed to customer satisfaction. We thrive to do the best quality work with the best customer service all at an affordable price. "From your roof down to your basement, we do it all!"
Porch Pro Headshot Yankee Doodle Handyman
Deck Staining and Sealing
Serves Des Moines, Iowa
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Porch Pro Headshot Allure Painting
Deck Staining and Sealing
Serves Des Moines, Iowa
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Your number one go to painting company who you can trust and know your project will be done right the first time. We take pride in our work and focus on each job to make sure we pay attention to detail.
Your number one go to painting company who you can trust and know your project will be done right the first time. We take pride in our work and focus on each job to make sure we pay attention to detail.
Porch Pro Headshot 3R Painting Co
Deck Staining and Sealing
Serves Des Moines, Iowa
3r Painting Co, When quality counts.. Family owned and operated, In business since 1981, Insured, Free Estamintes, Senior- Military discounts
3r Painting Co, When quality counts.. Family owned and operated, In business since 1981, Insured, Free Estamintes, Senior- Military discounts
Porch Pro Headshot Tru Painters
Deck Staining and Sealing
Serves Des Moines, Iowa
We are an experienced painting crew who delivers high quality and comfort to your needs. We're insured and will communicate with you through all the phases of the job.
We are an experienced painting crew who delivers high quality and comfort to your needs. We're insured and will communicate with you through all the phases of the job.
Porch Pro Headshot Building consultants
Deck Staining and Sealing
Serves Des Moines, Iowa
Porch Pro Headshot Olympic Painting
Deck Staining and Sealing
Serves Des Moines, Iowa
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Porch Pro Headshot Hagar Thomas Construction
Deck Staining and Sealing
Serves Des Moines, Iowa
Welcome to Hagar Construction! We are committed to providing our clients with exceptional refinishing services. I strive to understand our customers specific needs, and aim to provide effective service. I have an uncompromised adherence to the highest standards of quality, and a ethos ...Read more about Hagar Thomas Construction
Welcome to Hagar Construction! We are committed to providing our clients with exceptional refinishing services. I strive to understand our customers specific needs, and aim to provide effective service. I have an uncompromised adherence to the highest standards of quality, and a ethos ...Read more about Hagar Thomas Construction
Porch Pro Headshot Heartland Lawncare, L.L.C.
Deck Staining and Sealing
Serves Des Moines, Iowa
Small, family owned company that serves Des Moines and its surrounding metro areas. Heartland offers a wide range of services that include landscape design and installation, patios, decks, fire pits, porches retaining walls and lawn care. Heartland earned the Angie's List Super Service Award two yea...Read more about Heartland Lawncare, L.L.C.
Small, family owned company that serves Des Moines and its surrounding metro areas. Heartland offers a wide range of services that include landscape design and installation, patios, decks, fire pits, porches retaining walls and lawn care. Heartland earned the Angie's List Super Service Award two yea...Read more about Heartland Lawncare, L.L.C.

Costs to stain a deck

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Frequently asked questions about deck staining, painting & refinishing companies

Deck stain and sealer serve basically the same function: to preserve wood and protect from moisture and the elements. A deck is exposed to wind, rain, and UV rains all year long. Moisture can lead to fungal and mold growth, and it could rot the wood. Protecting the deck from moisture intrusion can lengthen the life of a deck, and it can prevent individual boards from rotting which could create a safety hazard. A deck sealer is a transparent or clear finish that either forms a clear film on top of the wood or penetrates it. A deck sealer does a great job at protecting wood from moisture, but does not protect it from UV rays.

Prolonged exposure to UV rays dries up the wood’s natural oils causing cracking and splitting. Deck stains have the same moisture resistant qualities as deck sealing. However, deck stain has added pigment. This color is partially transparent which gives deck stain an added UV protection benefit.

Staining and sealing a deck achieve the same basic aim which is to protect the wood from moisture. Deck sealers are usually a clear finish that coats the outside surface of your deck’s wood. Sealer protects the wood from moisture, which is crucial. Unwanted moisture can cause rot, and encourage the growth of mold, fungus and mildew. Deck sealer does not protect the wood from UV rays. ‘’Even protected with deck sealer, your deck’s color may only last three-to-six months before graying and fading. Sealant should be applied once a year, and is relatively simple to apply.

Deck stains penetrate the surface of the wood. Stains contain pigment that changes the color of the wood providing UV protection. There are a wide range of stains. Getting the right level of opacity depends on the wood surface and your personal taste. Applying stain is tricky. It may make sense to hire a deck contractor to apply it for you. While stain is more expensive than sealer, and typically involves hiring a pro, it lasts up to five times longer. A sealed deck will look more professional. Ultimately, the choice as to whether to stain or seal your deck is up to you.

It’s great to be able to enjoy the outdoors on your deck. A deck provides extra room for entertaining, and a way to enjoy fresh air in the comfort of your home. It’s important to protect a wood deck from the elements. Unwanted moisture encourages rot which can weaken the structure of the deck and shorten its useful lifespan. Moisture also encourages harmful fungal and mold growth. Both staining and sealing your deck protects it from moisture. However, staining a deck offers the additional advantage of protecting the wood from UV rays.

Deck stain offers UV protection due to the pigment it contains. The darker the stain, the better the deck stain protects your deck. There is a wide array of stains. Getting the right opacity depends on the surface you are staining and your taste. Staining a deck is more expensive than sealing it. The stain itself is more expensive, and it makes sense to invest in hiring a deck contractor to apply the stain as application can be a bit tricky. However, staining a deck protects it from both moisture and UV rays. Deck stain lasts longer than deck sealant.

It’s important to protect your deck because wood on your deck is exposed to the elements all year long. Rain can seep into the wood and encourage the growth of mildew and fungus. Unwanted moisture leads to rot which weakens wood and shortens the life of your deck. Applying deck sealant protects the wood from moisture. But moisture isn’t the only threat to your deck. UV rays dry out the wood, causing splitting and cracking. In order to protect your deck from both moisture and woods, it makes sense to invest in a deck stain and sealant. The pigment in staining protects your deck from the sun’s harmful rays. Stain is more expensive than a sealant but lasts up to five times as long.

Many stains contain a protective sealant. You can test your deck’s surface to see if the stain with the protective sealant by sprinkling water on the wood periodically. If the water beads up, the sealant in the stain is still working. Some experts recommend resealing your stained deck yearly.

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All Deck Staining, Painting & Refinishing Companies in Des Moines, IA

Porch Pro Headshot Qualls Contracting & handyman services
Deck Staining and Sealing
Serves Des Moines, Iowa
At Qualls Contracting & Handyman sevrices we always stristrove to give you the best experience possible with the absolute best results!
At Qualls Contracting & Handyman sevrices we always stristrove to give you the best experience possible with the absolute best results!
Porch Pro Headshot Mr. Iowa Fix IT LLC
Deck Staining and Sealing
Serves Des Moines, Iowa
Our goals with Mr. Iowa Fix IT is to provide a variety of skilled services, amazing customer service and above all, services completed the correct way the first time.
Our goals with Mr. Iowa Fix IT is to provide a variety of skilled services, amazing customer service and above all, services completed the correct way the first time.
Porch Pro Headshot Jraysconstruction
Deck Staining and Sealing
Serves Des Moines, Iowa
Porch Pro Headshot Iverson Painting
Deck Staining and Sealing
Serves Des Moines, Iowa
We are experts in the industry and can handle the work you need done and handle it professionally.
We are experts in the industry and can handle the work you need done and handle it professionally.
Porch Pro Headshot Imperial Home Improvement
Deck Staining and Sealing
Serves Des Moines, Iowa
Imperial Home Improvement we pride ourselves and being a detail oriented, artistically inspired home renovations contractor. We are constantly striving to exceed expectations and remain vastly Superior to our competitors by keeping your goals the most important part of any project.
Imperial Home Improvement we pride ourselves and being a detail oriented, artistically inspired home renovations contractor. We are constantly striving to exceed expectations and remain vastly Superior to our competitors by keeping your goals the most important part of any project.
Porch Pro Headshot B&M contrator's LLC
Deck Staining and Sealing
Serves Des Moines, Iowa
Porch Pro Headshot Scott's Painting & Drywall
Deck Staining and Sealing
Serves Des Moines, Iowa
Scott's Painting and Drywall has been providing exceptional interior/exterior painting and drywall service for residential and commercial customers around Cedar Rapids for over 21 years. To contact please call 319-373-8282 for residents of Cedar Rapids and vicinity, for Iowa City call 319-339-4262....Read more about Scott's Painting & Drywall
Scott's Painting and Drywall has been providing exceptional interior/exterior painting and drywall service for residential and commercial customers around Cedar Rapids for over 21 years. To contact please call 319-373-8282 for residents of Cedar Rapids and vicinity, for Iowa City call 319-339-4262....Read more about Scott's Painting & Drywall
Porch Pro Headshot McLain Handyman
Deck Staining and Sealing
Serves Des Moines, Iowa
Porch Pro Headshot Julander Remodeling, Repair & Maintenance
Deck Staining and Sealing
Serves Des Moines, Iowa
Residential and commercial remodeling, repair and maintenance. From simple maintenance, a simple update or a complete make over. Give me a call or e-mail for a free no obligation estimate. Nearly 25 years of experience, licensed & insured. I would welcome the opportunity to work with you, your fa...Read more about Julander Remodeling, Repair & Maintenance
Residential and commercial remodeling, repair and maintenance. From simple maintenance, a simple update or a complete make over. Give me a call or e-mail for a free no obligation estimate. Nearly 25 years of experience, licensed & insured. I would welcome the opportunity to work with you, your fa...Read more about Julander Remodeling, Repair & Maintenance
Porch Pro Headshot Superior painting and epoxy coatings
Deck Staining and Sealing
Serves Des Moines, Iowa
Porch Pro Headshot Porter Painting
Deck Staining and Sealing
Serves Des Moines, Iowa
Porch Pro Headshot Brammer Painting
Deck Staining and Sealing
Serves Des Moines, Iowa
Porch Pro Headshot billys tree service
Deck Staining and Sealing
Serves Des Moines, Iowa

Latest projects near Des Moines

Recent projects booked on Porch
Cumming 50061
Deck Staining and Sealing
Start Date
Within a month
Area to stain or seal
Deck
SQFT of work area
Less than 150 sq. ft.
Type of wood
I'm not sure
Previously stained or painted
Previously stained
Approximate age
3 - 5 years
Altoona 50009
Deck Staining and Sealing
Start Date
Within a month
Area to stain or seal
Patio
SQFT of work area
150-300 sq. ft.
Type of wood
Pine
Previously stained or painted
Never stained or painted
Urbandale 50322
Deck Staining and Sealing
Start Date
Within a month
Area to stain or seal
Deck
SQFT of work area
Less than 150 sq. ft.
Type of wood
Pine
Previously stained or painted
Previously stained
Approximate age
Over 20 years
Des Moines 50320
Deck Staining and Sealing
Start Date
I'm flexible
Area to stain or seal
Deck
SQFT of work area
150-300 sq. ft.
Type of wood
Cedar
Previously stained or painted
Never stained or painted
Altoona 50009
Deck Staining and Sealing
Start Date
I'm flexible
Service requested
Refinish deck
Deck material
Wood
Deck finish
Wood stain
Desired finish
Wood stain
Deck preparation
No, I will need the professional to do so
Deck size (SQFT)
Smaller than 100 square feet
Materials provided
No, pro will need to provide materials
Des Moines 50317
Deck Staining and Sealing
Start Date
Within a month
Area to stain or seal
Deck
SQFT of work area
150-300 sq. ft.
Type of wood
Cedar
Previously stained or painted
Previously stained
Approximate age
3 - 5 years
West Des Moines 50265
Deck Staining and Sealing
Start Date
I'm flexible
Area to stain or seal
Deck
SQFT of work area
150-300 sq. ft.
Type of wood
Pine
Previously stained or painted
Previously stained
Approximate age
10 - 20 years
Des Moines 50320
Deck Staining and Sealing
Start Date
Within a year
Area to stain or seal
Deck
SQFT of work area
More than 500 sq. ft.
Type of wood
Cedar
Previously stained or painted
Previously stained
Approximate age
3 - 5 years
West Des Moines 50265
Deck Staining and Sealing
Start Date
Within a week
Area to stain or seal
Deck
SQFT of work area
150-300 sq. ft.
Type of wood
Cedar
Previously stained or painted
Previously stained
Approximate age
Less than 3 years