As a responsible homeowner, you care about keeping your house well maintained. That’s why you mow the lawn, keep it clean, and fix any issues that come up. For some problems, like the air conditioning, it’s obvious when something is wrong and needs to be fixed. But how do you know when your home’s exterior needs to be repainted? Other than the age of the paint, here are four signs to look out for.
Bubbling
If the surface you’re painting is not properly cleaned beforehand or is too hot when the paint is applied, the fluid paint may not adhere fully to it. Instead, the paint pulls away, and as a result, unsightly little bubbles or blisters can show, especially over time.
Peeling
When the bubbling paint is compounded by sun damage, it can burst or crack, allowing little chips of paint to come off the wall and breaking down the adhesive in the paint. As a result, it can also peel off as if you’re peeling an orange.
Fading
Some damage is difficult to notice if you’re around it every day. However, the sun beats down on the paint on the outside of your house. Over time, the ultraviolet rays can cause the coloring to fade, which can make your house look dingy, old, or poorly maintained. If you see that your home’s exterior isn’t as vibrant as it once was, it may be time to apply a different coat of paint!
Chalking
Some kinds of paint actually have a chemical reaction with excessive sun exposure and creates a white layer of dust that can cover the surface.
How to Overcome These Signs
At first glance, the solution to these problems may seem simple—put a new coat over the old paint. However, in most cases, doing just that isn’t enough to make sure the new paint will stay. First, you need to scrape away old chips, power wash the walls, and prime them before you can open your first paint can. It’s a more complicate process than you thought it would be!
Of course, the alternative is hiring a painting contractor to handle this Herculean project for you. They have the necessary tools to complete these tasks, and can make sure your new paint is properly applied and lasts as long as possible.
To keep your home in excellent condition, whether you plan on selling it soon or not for the next 20 years, make sure to watch for these signs of aging and damage in the exterior paint. By having fresh, protective paint, your house can continue to look amazing!
About Platinum Painting of Richardson
Platinum Painting has been in business ever since 2008, when homeowners Karl and Marjorie Pickens couldn’t find a residential painting company that met their expectations. They decided to serve other homeowners through the DFW area and have now painted well over 10,000 homes. To learn more about Platinum Painting of Richardson, visit our website here or contact our Customer Care team.