Painting the exterior of your home is a great investment. A fresh coat of colour will improve the look of your property as well as help protect your home from daily wear and tear. And while you could tackle this task yourself, the odds are stacked against you. Residential painting is no easy task – from cleaning and prepping to scaffolding and edging, the average handyman simply doesn’t have the working knowledge necessary to complete the job quickly and with minimal mistakes. Experts at College Pro Painters, a student painting company that, since 1971, has been painting homes in communities across the US and Canada, offers the following five things for you to consider before you decide to tackle your next exterior house painting project yourself.

You have decided to save a little money and do your exterior painting yourself.  You’ve decided on the color, bought the primer and paint, and purchased or borrowed the other equipment you’ll need.  You’re ready to begin.

DROP THE BRUSH, ROLLER, OR SPRAYER, AND BACK AWAY FROM THE PAINT CAN SLOWLY!  You’ve got a few things to do first.

First, do an inspection of the exterior, and see if anything needs repairing or replacing.  This includes cracks or holes in the wood and fascia boards.  Small cracks or holes can be repaired with wood glue or epoxy; however, larger areas of damage may require replacing whole sections. 

It can be frustrating and confusing to locate a good house painting contractor. While there are a multitude of contractors in your area, you may not trust everyone who claims to be a professional painter. Thus, it’s important to look for key signs when interviewing potential contractors to paint your home. Look for the following qualities when trying to find a good house painting contractor.

One Who Listens

If you want to be happy with your painting project, it’s vital to find a painting contractor who listens to your needs and desires. A good painting contractor will want to know what you ultimately desire from the painting project. So, be sure the contractor you use is listening to you.

Whether you decide to take on the large task of painting your home yourself or leave it to the professional painting company you hire to do the work, the exterior of your home must be painted at some time or another. The importance of home exterior painting is often overlooked and homeowners all too often neglect the chore. However, it should be noted a properly painted or a well kept home will yield a higher selling return and more curb appeal.

The Right Paint Adds Value