Exterior Painting Service

Coverage of our Exterior Painting Services

When it comes to exterior painting services, our team of professionals can handle the work for:

• Concretes,
• Wood, Vinyl, and Composite Sidings,
• Fascia and Eaves,
• Wood and Vinyl Shutters,
• Architectural Woodwork,
• Stuccos,
• Doors,
• Windows,
• Decks, Patio, and Railing Covers,
• Wrought Iron Fences and Railings.

On top of that, we can also help with other tasks that can help improve the quality of your home, such as:

• Wood Repairs,
• Wood Replacement,
• Light Carpentry,
• Molding Installation,
• Stucco Repairs, and
• Fascia Replacement.

When to Get Exterior Painting

You might be in a pickle over getting exterior painting since you think that your walls still look great in your eyes, but there are several instances wherein you should consider getting your exterior painted. When you are building a home, ideally, you would have your home painted since it can also serve as a protection of the structure against the elements. If the color of your old paint has already started to fade, it might be high time that you get a brand new exterior painting since this is when your home will start to lose its curb appeal.

Similar to your electrical wirings, you should try to switch up your home paint every ten years or so. You should do this for health and aesthetic reasons. When your paint is older than ten years, they tend to chip easily, which means that young children can ingest them. In addition to this, the paint that you use ten years ago is already outdated. This means that it is time to modernize your home.

As mentioned in the previous paragraph, once the previous paint on your home is already peeling or chipping, you will need to apply new paint. You can try and cover up the peeling or chipping, but the other portion of your wall will also be prone to peeling as well.

You should also change your paint if you do not like the paint color. After all, it is your home. You should be able to come home to a house that makes you feel satisfied. If your paint keeps on annoying you, it is the time that you switch up your paint.

Property Value will Increase

When your house is freshly painted, the value of the property will increase. You can add the cost of the painting job to the value of the property and you can consider this as part your additional asset. If you are planning to sell your house soon, you can also increase your asking price since the property value has also increased. This type of renovation also offers a positive return value on your expenses. In addition to this, painting your exteriors will also provide an increase in the appraised value of your home.

2. Improve Curb Appeal

When you are planning to sell the house, the improved aesthetics can help you sell the house quickly. This is because the buyer will see the improved aesthetics of the house. If your buyer is planning to choose between two houses, a freshly painted house would seem like a better choice. When you compare this to other renovation costs, painting the exterior of your home also appears to cheaper and easier to do.

3. Protection Against the Elements

Apart from the aesthetic appeal given out by a freshly painted home, you can also consider adding a layer of fresh paint as an added protection against the elements. When your house is painted, moisture would not be able to seep through the wall. This reduces the chance of mold and mildew growth, which is caused by moisture buildup. On top of that, you can even determine if your wall is infested by insects, which also helps keep you and your home safe.

Step 1: Evaluating the State of the Wall

Before we begin with the project, a representative from our company will check the state of your walls. This is important since we want to be fully informed about the structure that we would have to deal with. We want to know if there are minor works that need to be done around the house.

There are homes that are sturdily built that they will not need additional works. However, there are some walls that have cracks that need to be sealed or rotten woods that need replacing. With this evaluation, we can provide a more detailed assessment of the potential costs that may be incurred. Our quotation for the project will also become more accurate.

Step 2: Project Discussion with the Client

After evaluating the state of your walls, we are now more informed about the necessary works that are needed to be done around your home. Due to this, we are now ready to discuss the basics of the project.  We would inquire about your budget because we want to be informed about the costing that we will make.

On top of that, we will plot out our costing based on your budget and we will find the paint that will provide the best value for the money. In addition to this, we can also start the discussion of the paint color that you want for your home. Due to our time in the business, we have a wide range of color options to choose from. Miami House Painters will seek to provide you with the exact color scheme that you have envisioned for your home.

After discussing these details, we can now proceed to the discussion of the cost and timeline of the project. We want you to be fully informed of the schedule of our work. This is because we may ask you to move out of the house due to the chemical smell and dangers of being exposed to wet paint. We know how difficult it is to leave the comforts of your home without knowing when you are set to return. This is why we try to stick to the timeline that we have discussed.

On one hand, another important thing to discuss is the costing of the project. There are unforeseen events that may lead to additional costs. However, Miami House Painters will discuss any potential cost that you may incur. We also take into account the pre-discussed budget and we plan on making sure that you will be able to get your money’s worth.

Step 3: Commencement of Work

1. Wall Preparation

Before we begin the actual painting job, we will need to prepare your wall. This is done to ensure that the paint can be applied evenly and that there are no molds and mildews present on the walls. We also want to be certain that no lead is present on your wall. If needed, we will also remove the previous paint on your wall. Moreover, we will also give the walls sufficient time to be cured. However, we can also help in speeding up the curing process.

2. Caulk Joints

To ensure a better working surface, we will correct all the imperfections found on your wall. We will be caulking all the joints for a more even surface. In addition to this, we will also sand the walls and seal any cracks that are found on the wall. We will also replace any rotten wood that will need painting work.

3. Protect Doors and Windows

The doors and windows would usually have a different paint color.  This is why it is important to protect them before the actual paint application. We will cover them up with a layer of plastic protection. In addition to this, we will also protect any decorations found outside your home like your lights or your CCTV. Moreover, we will also protect your grass against the paint drippings.

4. Primer Application

In order to ensure that the paint will last longer, we will be applying a layer of primer since this will allow the paint to stick better. Any stains found on the wall would also need priming. We will also choose to use a primer that is ideal for the type of wall that we are working with. Some walls are dusty, while others are not. This means that each wall type would require a different type of primer.

5. Apply Two Coats of Paint

Now that your walls have been applied with primer, it is time to begin the actual painting job. It is time to put some color on the exterior of your house. Miami House Painters will always apply two coats of paint because it will allow the paint to last longer and it prevents chipping or peeling. Moreover, it produces a more accurate color output.

When you only put in a layer of the paint coating, it will seem lighter than the agreed color. With two coats of paint, the colors pop out more but it would not appear too thick. The paint would also look more even with two coats of paint.

6. Finishing Touches

Once we are done with the painting of the wall, it is time to paint those little decorative details that we might have missed. We will finish painting your doors and windows. Moreover, we will also paint the decorative details that are often overlooked by other painting companies. Our goal is to make sure that your home will look brand new after our painting project. Miami House Painters only know how to do the job the professional way. You should expect nothing less than the best.

Step 4: Cleanup Work after the Project

Our goal is to provide complete satisfaction from the beginning of the project until we leave your home. A dirty home will not give you satisfaction. This is why we will need to do the cleanup work after the project. There will be no paint chips lying around on the floor. There will be no plastic or paper protection left. Moreover, there is not a stroke of paint that is misplaced once we leave your house. We would not end our painting project until we have achieved perfection.

Step 5: Inspection of Work

Our promise to our client is complete satisfaction guarantee. This is why our work does not end until you have declared complete satisfaction in our work. We will give you time to inspect every nook and cranny of your home to ensure that you are completely satisfied with our painting services. Once you are fully satisfied, it is the only time that we will accept full payment for the job.