Exterior Painting - When Is It Time to Paint?

Time can take its toll on any North Carolina exterior painting, including homes and commercial properties. Heat, cold, and rain all work together to strip a building of its paint and can cause unpleasant rust-colored stains that detracts from your home or office's value. One could opt for washing with high-pressure technology, yet this option is only temporary and isn't particularly cost-effective. When, then, is it time to have the exterior of your building repainted?

To fully answer that question, a couple bits of information should be discussed. First, an exterior paint job isn't solely a matter of aesthetics. Paint is often the first line of defense against damage to your siding. The exterior of your home or business property is exposed at all times to a wide-range of weather, pollution, and other variables. Without that thin layer of exterior paint, the siding of your home would more easily become damaged. Exterior paint then is a vital component to your building's longevity in addition to adding necessary aesthetics.

More specifically, when one should opt for a paint job depends on the quality of the last painting in addition to the type of siding involved. If the actual paint is stripping or peeling in multiple areas, a new coat is definitely in order. Moreover, if an inspection finds a compromise in the structure's integrity, it is highly recommended to go ahead and fix the problem and create a new layer of paint before the situation worsens.

For optimal performance and look, it's recommended that homes undergo exterior paint jobs every 6-8 years depending on the quality of paint used and the siding's composition. Many individuals, however, wait considerably longer until the paint is clearly, and in a widespread manner, in disarray. It should be noted, however, that because exterior paint works to protect your building's siding and is involved in weatherizing, waiting long periods of time can cause significant damage to siding and building integrity.

One of the many advantages of working with a North Carolina professional painting company in an exterior paint job is that they will inspect and repair outside caulking which also is a fundamental component to weatherizing your home. It would be imprudent to have your home or office painted without a proper inspection of the outside caulking and professional painting companies offer this benefit.

Every building is different and, thus, there are different recommendations for when to have an exterior painted. However, it's best to err on the side of caution to ensure an efficient weatherization process and maintain your building's exterior look.