Summer is knocking at our doorstep. If you prefer spending time outside soaking up some sunshine, make sure your home’s exterior is as ready to greet summer as you are. Hire an exterior painting contractor in Petaluma to paint your home in order to get your house looking and feeling ready for the warmer weather.
Here are some steps you can take to get your home’s exterior summer-ready.
Check for Damaged Paint
Cold winter weather can reduce the lifespan of an exterior painting job. It can damage the paint on your exterior surfaces, causing it to peel and crack.
Simply painting over the problem areas is a total waste of time, money, and effort. A coat of paint might hide imperfections in the short run, but is not a long-term solution.
When it comes to painting walls and surfaces, good preparation is half the battle. To prepare surfaces for painting, sand them down.
Sanding surfaces is a great way to ensure the new paint adheres and blends in with the space around it. Sanding will also increase the lifespan of your exterior paint job.
Not sure what type of paint was originally used? No worries! Your exterior painting contractor in Petaluma will help you choose the best paint and right color palette for your property.
Power Wash Your Home
There are several compelling reasons to power wash your home. Power washing your exterior is a great way to get rid of dirt and dust that accumulated over winter.
Power washing surfaces is an excellent way to prepare them before refinishing, painting or resurfacing your exterior and can prevent future damage.
Power washing saves time and is one of the most effective ways to clean your home’s exterior. Power washing your exterior can maximize your property’s curb appeal and increase its value.
A study found that a property’s value can increase by five percent if it has recently been power washed. When cleaning your exterior, do not forget to power wash your deck and fencing.
Repair and Repaint Damaged Trim
Old, peeling trim can become an eyesore, negatively affecting the aesthetic appeal of your home. Warped or damaged trim can even decrease property value.
A fresh coat of paint can give your trim a new lease of life. Before painting your trim, remember to sand and scrape as necessary. Choose a bright new shade that will transform your home into the jewel of the neighborhood.
At Mike Chavez Painting, nothing excites us more than transforming dull exteriors into inspiring spaces. We will help you choose the perfect exterior color that will breathe new life into your space. We use time-tested methods designed to extend the lifespan of exterior paint jobs, so our customers can spend more time appreciating the beauty of their home, and less time repairing surfaces. To talk to a professional, call us at 707-623-5850.