Why Exterior Painting Is Not A DIY Project
Re-painting your home can greatly increase the curb appeal and value of your home. A fresh coat of paint can also protect wood and other surfaces from decay and damage. Before you get out your ladder and can of paint, you need to understand that our professional painters can complete your exterior painting project to save you time and prevent possible injury to you or your family. As trained professionals will also create a polished result that many DIY-ers wouldn’t be able to pull off.
Save Yourself Time
What many homeowners do not understand about exterior painting projects is that achieving a professional result takes significant time, the right materials and professional experience. If you choose to go the DIY route you’ll quickly realize that there are many difficult angles and recesses of your home that are awkward and even dangerous to access. As professional painters we know how to efficiently paint these areas with even, consistent paint coverage. Additionally, older paint on your house may be blistered and bubbled, which requires it to be stripped, pressure washed, and then scraped off to be able to apply a fresh coat of paint. With areas like this, it takes professional judgment and experience to determine what locations on your house need to be prepared for a quality paint job that will last for years to come.
Prevent Injury at Your Home
Many homeowners do not have the knowledge or equipment to safely protect themselves during an exterior painting project. At Tom Saint Painting and Remodeling we have the proper equipment to protect ourselves from inhaling paint dust or chemicals used for stripping paint. Some older homes were originally painted with lead-based paint, which can pose a significant health hazard. As professionals we’re trained to inspect paint to determine if it’s lead-based and know how to safely proceed should we find any traces of lead. Also, accessing high points in exterior painting projects can also be dangerous. The ground surrounding your house can have uneven areas, posing a significant falling hazard.
In order to save yourself time, money on materials and to prevent injury, consider hiring trained professional painters like Tom Saint Painting and Remodeling. We’re not only equipped with painting and safety materials, but the experience and know-how to complete the job safely and effectively. If your home needs an exterior paint job, give us a call or click here for a quote!