Questions Homeowners Often Have Before Painting Their Home Exterior

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Having your home's exterior repainted can be so exciting! You probably can't wait to pull into the driveway and see a house that is a whole new color. But as the time to schedule your painting service approaches, you are likely to have a few questions on your mind. Below, you should discover the answers.

Is it okay if the home's current paint is peeling?

Sometimes, homeowners worry that if their current paint is peeling, the painters will just paint over it, and that will make the new paint peel, too. But rest assured — this won't be the first peeling paint your painters see, and they know exactly how to deal with it. They will typically start by scraping all of the loose paint off the house. Then, they will use a good primer to seal any exposed wood and also to seal down any lingering bits of loose paint. Only when the primer is dry will they apply the new paint, and thanks to these early steps, there should be no issues with peeling.

How do you pick the right color?

First, let go of the notion that there is a "right" color. There is no right and wrong here — there is only what you like! If you are having trouble picking a color, though, a few things can help.

  • Drive around the block. If you see a house color you like, show that color to your painter, and let them know you want the same thing.
  • Look for homes in the same architectural style as your own, and see what colors they are painted.
  • Pick a color in your landscaping, such as the white of your roses. Paint your home to match.

What happens if it rains or the weather is otherwise poor?

Most painters take this into account when they schedule your exterior painting. They look at the weather report when scheduling and try not to schedule services when rain is expected. If there is a surprise rainstorm, your painting crew will probably reschedule. They will need to wait a few hours after the rain passes for the house to dry out, and they will also want to know that more rain is not expected.

It's normal to have questions before such a big job as having your home painted. If you have additional questions that were not answered here, ask your painting crew directly.

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