Exterior painting is one way to bring your home’s vibrancy back after it starts showing wear and tear. Painted houses start revealing their age, so once in a while, you should do an exterior paint job on your home when it needs refreshing.

While there is a lot of preparation work required for repainting your house, it’s important not to skip this part because skipping the prep work makes painting much more difficult and can cause problems with how durable or long-lasting paint jobs will be.

Preparation For Painting Your House

1. Start by Giving it a Thorough Wash.

Which will remove all that dirt/grime so you can start painting without worry. The primer and paint will stick better if the exterior surface of your house has no soil that repels it. 

Power washing is a great way to get your property looking new. A professional power washer can really help you out when it comes time for large projects or just general cleaning, and they’re much more efficient than using the hose.

When using a power washer, it is important to know how you should safely handle the machine. Unlearned homeowners may damage their home by applying too much force that could damage your home’s trim and sidings.

2. Before You Paint the Exterior of Your House, Scrape Off Any Bubbling or Flaking Paint.

You’ll want a smooth surface for painting so that it lasts as long as possible. If you want to be able to paint your house without any problems, strip these parts out so that they no longer present a challenge.

3. To Give Your House the Best Chance at Looking Beautiful and Clean, Sand Down Any Rough Patches on its Surface Before Painting.

Sanding is an important part of the painting process that will help to smooth out any bumps or lumps in your freshly painted surface.

4. Repair Any Holes in the House Before They Get Worse.

If you’re going to patch, do it now so that there is no need for extra work later on. Repairing the damaged parts of your house can save you from expensive repairs in the future. Be sure to check for rot and fix any issues before they get worse.

5. In Order to Prevent Water and Air From Leaking in, Caulk Any Windows or Openings With a Sealant.

This step may be one of the most important parts when prepping for exterior painting. If you want to make sure that your house is in good condition, it’s important not just for the exterior of homes but also for their interiors.

Mold and water damage can ruin an otherwise beautiful home so keep these leakages at bay by making certain all openings are sealed properly before they cause any problems. You can use heavy-duty, professional-grade industrial caulking to fix the most severe damages.

Painting Your House

1. The Paintbrush Will Give You Better Control and Precision, as well as Help Prevent Any Spillage.

A sprayer will save you lots of time but you have to make sure everything is taped off. In addition, they can also be messy if used with an untrained hand. You could also go in with a mini-roller to cover your siding quicker. For brick or large doors, avoid using rollers as they won’t be able to give you that much precision and coverage like painting with a brush would. You don’t want to go through the trouble of painting, only for your brushes to be ragged and worn. Wash them out after every session so they stay nice and new.

2. Make Sure You Start at the Top of Your House and Work Down.

This will allow for a safer ladder experience, as well as prevent potentially life-threatening falls. Painting is a messy and time-consuming process, but by painting top-to-bottom, we can avoid the hassle of drips or missed spots. To make sure you don’t miss any spots, it is best to paint starting from the left and working your way right.

3. Make Sure You Follow the Shade.

When painting the exterior of a home, it is always wise to avoid direct sunlight. When painting in direct sunlight, try to avoid the heat of the day because you may become overheated and suffer from heat exhaustion. Not only can your body suffer but the application of the paint could be in jeopardy depending on how hot it is. Always try to avoid any bubbling and adhesion issues by avoiding direct sunlight. By moving against the sun, you can avoid many potential problems. For example, if it’s sunny in the morning on the east side of your house paint west.

If This Sounds Like a Lot of Work it’s Because it is

Why go through all the hassle and time-consuming prep work when you can rely on a professional? At Local San Diego Painting, you can take comfort in the feeling that your home will look new again and have the painting done correctly. That’s because the experts at Local San Diego Painting not only have ample experience in exterior painting but they have the tools to make sure the job get’s done right the first time. So, what are you waiting for?

Give the professionals a call today (619) 586-5683 and set up an appointment to make your house shiny and new again.

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