Exterior Painting Geneva IL – American Painting – Call 630-866-8500
There’s nothing that results in an immediate transformation for a home like a fresh, professional Exterior Painting Geneva IL job. It’s a project that at first can seem like a major endeavor, but when you consider the outcome and benefits you’ll find it’s among the most cost-effective ways to add value and improve the appearance of your Fox Valley home. To help make the exterior painting process as effective and streamlined as possible and to keep customers informed, here is a basic rundown of how our team of professional painters typically prepare for a job. Preparation is critical for the results of a paint job 9for both exterior and interior spaces) and to ensure it lasts.
Planning and Assessment
The initial step in preparing for Exterior Painting Geneva IL begins before our team applies a roller and brushes. It’s important to determine the optimal time to start the project and conduct a detailed inspection around the home’s exterior to see what we will be working with.
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Weather
Exterior Painting Geneva IL is ideally done when the weather conditions are dry and mild. Early autumn or the late spring are typically favorable times for painting.
(Although there are definitely benefits to painting in the summer.) However, the best conditions are when the chances of rain or excess heat are low, which can risk causing the paint to not sufficiently adhere to the surfaces and deteriorate.
If you’re uncertain about the paint job presently on your home, it’s a safe idea to get it tested for the presence of lead. This is particularly important if your home was constructed prior to 1978 – the year when the Environmental Protection Agency banned lead paint for residential structures.
After the all-important planning process, it is time to begin getting the exterior surfaces prepared for painting. Thoroughly cleaning the exterior is critical because it makes for a uniform, consistent finish. Without proper cleaning, the paint might become more susceptible to peeling.
Cleaning
While there is an obvious priority on cleaning the trim and walls of your home to prepare it for Exterior Painting Geneva IL, it’s also essential to clean smaller areas.
Features such as railings, window sills and lights on most homes can use a cleaning.
Power Washing
Using a specialized nozzle our team can power wash the exterior of your home. We can direct it over the primary surfaces while paying special attention to any areas where grime and dirt is accumulating. After power washing, it’s important to provide sufficient drying time before applying paint. The exact length of time it takes to dry depends on humidity levels.
Repairs and Replacements
Once your home is clean it’s time to do some additional preparation. It’s common for homes to have some issues that should be resolved like peeling paint, wood rot or cracked caulk. These need to be fixed or replaced before starting Exterior Painting Geneva IL.
Prime and Color Testing
Next, it’s time to apply primer and paint to your home’s exterior surfaces. This step is critical for the longevity of your paint job. We can recommend a primer that’s specifically made for exterior usage and compatible with the materials on your home. A quality primer will effectively seal the surfaces, resist stains, and provide a consistent base that make your paint color look smooth and bright.
The following step involves testing out your color selections. This isn’t only about choosing the color you want – it’s also about assessing how the color goes with your home’s surrounding environment. This can help prevent unwanted surprises so you’ll be absolutely pleased with the final outcome.
