Decks and exterior
Deck staining, garages, and exterior painting in Madison, WI
Decks, entryways, exterior doors, garages, and trim: the smaller outdoor jobs that make a house look cared for. We focus on these rather than whole-house siding, and will tell you quickly whether your project is a fit.
Outdoor finishes fail at the preparation, not the paint, so the first thing we do is look at the surface and tell you what it needs. Outdoor work is scheduled around dry weather.
Fully insured. 4.9 from 35 reviews on Thumbtack, Top Pro 2023 to 2025.
What we take on
- Wood deck refinishing, staining, and painting
- Entryways
- Exterior doors
- Garages and garage doors
- Exterior trim
- Other smaller exterior surfaces
Best fit: a deck or pergola that has gone gray, a front door, and trim that need a fresh color, or a garage that was never finished.
What customers say about George
4.9 average from 35 reviews on Thumbtack (opens in a new tab), where George has been hired 38 times. Top Pro 2023, 2024, 2025. Background checked.
“He was great, hired to paint a hallway, but his price and workmanship was impressive enough, I plan to hire him for several more rooms!”
Jordan A.
Interior painting: Hallway. July 2026, via Thumbtack.
“Great experience! George was awesome. He finished on time and the hallways in my condo looked great!”
Valerie B.
Interior painting: Condo hallways with high ceilings. July 2025, via Thumbtack.
“Inquired about getting my ceilings painted in my condo. Also ended up having them paint the crown molding. Glad I did. Good as new!”
Lindsay G.
Interior painting: Condo ceilings and crown molding. May 2025, via Thumbtack.
Free estimate
Get a free estimate for your deck or exterior
Tell us what you want painted or refinished: kitchen cabinets, rooms or a deck or door. George will call to talk it through, visit if he needs to see the space, and send a written quote.
- The estimate is free, including any visit.
- The written quote is the price, no extra charge if the job takes longer than expected.
- Call George
- (608) 403-5958
- Hours
- Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm
- Payment
- Apple Pay, cash, check, Venmo, and Zelle accepted.
Serving Madison and Dane County, including Waunakee, Middleton, Verona, Fitchburg, Sun Prairie, DeForest, Windsor, McFarland, Monona, Cross Plains, Dane. See the full service area
How deck staining and exterior work gets done
- 01
Consultation and estimate
We talk through the project, paint or stain, and the color, visit if we need to see the deck, door, or garage, and you get a written quote with a start date. The written quote is the price, no extra charge if the job takes longer than expected.
- 02
Surface evaluation
We look at the condition of the surface and decide what preparation it needs and whether paint or stain will hold up on it.
- 03
Preparation
Depending on the project, that can mean cleaning, scraping, sanding, minor repairs, and priming.
- 04
Paint or stain
The finish coat goes on once the surface is ready and the weather allows it.
- 05
Cleanup and walkthrough
We clean up the site and walk the finished project with you.
Same surfaces, new finish
Decks and exterior questions
Do you paint full house exteriors?
No, we don't paint whole-house siding. Our exterior work is decks, entryways, exterior doors, garages, trim, and other smaller surfaces. Describe your project when you request an estimate and we'll tell you whether it's a fit.
Do you stain or paint decks?
Either. We look at the condition of the wood and tell you whether paint or stain will hold up on it.
How long does deck staining take?
Deck refinishing usually takes several days, depending on the size and condition of the deck, drying time, and weather.
Does weather affect the schedule?
Yes. Exterior paint and stain need dry surfaces and suitable temperatures, so outdoor schedules can shift with Wisconsin weather.
What prep goes into exterior work?
Cleaning, scraping, sanding, minor repairs, and priming, in whatever mix the surface needs, before the paint or stain goes on.
Find out what your project would cost
Send a few details. George will call to talk it through, visit if he needs to see the space, and send a free written quote.
Fully insured. George on every job. Thumbtack Top Pro 2023 to 2025.