What is needed before exterior house painting?

9/23/2014 at 4:26:35 PM

The painter will need to take a look at that house to give a fair estimate. See if any patches need to be done, certain repairs before painting... etc.

9/23/2014 at 10:40:15 PM

You will need a pro to check for any rotten wood that may need replacing, any cracks too big to caulk to include on your estimate.

10/2/2014 at 7:54:34 AM

A good look at your house is very important before you start the painting work. Also if you have fireplaces then they should be cleaned up before this painting job.

10/13/2014 at 11:51:26 AM

You should always call a pro to look over your project before you do anything. They will know exactly what to do, if anything needs replacing or if it needs to be presurre washed.

11/2/2014 at 4:09:00 PM

First off take your own measurements, length times width will give you a square footage area. This way when you receive your bids you know who is fair and who is gouging. Don't take any one word for it, this happens very often were as a contractor will lowball you on a sq. ft. cost and increase the area being done. I have seen this on many estimates and have customers question the area being it was far less than other quotes. Also make sure your area is or is not in need of prep work. Get rid of any lose paint with a sand blaster or high pressure power washer, this will save you money on the cost. If you deliver a project that is ready to be painted with minimal or no prep work depending on were you live you will get quotes between .95 to $1.35 per sq. ft.

Lastly make sure every estimate you receive has a breakdown of labor and materials as well as a start and completion date, do not hire someone because they have the lowest price..you must compare all bids equally then make your determination, Get the last 3 jobs the contractor worked on and make sure the address they gave you corresponds to the name on that address...to many companies are giving the names of family members and friends to promote their business.

7/2/2015 at 6:26:55 AM

A pressure washer with the proper detergent is the most effective method for completely cleaning exterior siding. Use caution when selecting the spout - a concentrated stream can harm wood, look under lapped siding and break windows. Trisodium phosphate (TSP) is a decent, safe cleaning operators. Rinse the surface when cleaning is completed. You need to repair and re-putty windows as well.

Use dropcloths to protect flowerbeds and lawns from paint.