Spring is almost upon us, and there\u2019s no better time to refresh your home\u2019s exterior! You and your family will spend more time outside, so why not improve your home\u2019s curb appeal?<\/p>\n
With more than 30 years in this business, you would think we\u2019ve seen everything that can happen on a paint job . . . but I am still surprised myself!\u00a0 We know that our clients don\u2019t like surprises \u2013 but we also know that they don\u2019t want ten page contracts and\/or a whole hour session on what could happen on their job.<\/p>\n
Keep in mind if something comes up on your job, we will \u201clive the golden rule\u201d and work out something that seems fair to both parties.<\/p>\n
For clients that want to be better prepared and want to think through different scenarios, this list of exterior painting basics is for you!<\/p>\n
EXTRA PAINTING:\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>It is fairly common to find more painting to be done while we are there (and want us to get it done before we leave).\u00a0 That is highly encouraged \u2013 our Crew leaders are more than happy to put together a change form and give you prices for anything you want to add to the job we are doing… and we should be able to complete it before we leave!<\/p>\n MANY LAYERS OF OLD PAINT ON THE EXTERIOR: <\/strong>Be aware that unless you have us strip all of the old paint there is a chance that the paint that is left after scraping or sanding will come off during the warranty period taking off the new paint with it. This is technically NOT included in our warranty but we may do several hours of touch-ups for you at a nominal charge \u2013 consult your sales associate.<\/p>\n BUSHES:<\/strong> Please take time to check bushes and shrubs surrounding your house to see if they may inhibit the painters. Prune or trim any landscaping before our painters arrive.<\/p>\n PREPARATION:<\/strong> Please be sure you have chosen the level of preparation you will be happy with when the job is completed.\u00a0 Review the exterior preparation info if you haven\u2019t already.\u00a0 We have found that this is the area where expectations are the most important \u2013 if you expect more preparation than the level you have chosen, you will probably be disappointed in the final job.<\/p>\n WINDOWS AND DOORS:<\/strong> Important \u2013 although windows will dry to the touch in several hours, they will not completely cure for 30 days or so. Please open and close all windows every several days or else THEY WILL STICK ! Also, to prevent doors from sticking apply a small amount of Vaseline or liquid dove soap to the stripping before closing.<\/p>\n COLORS:\u00a0<\/strong> By this stage you should be fairly certain of the final color selections. Have your foreman apply a sample patch the first day if you\u2019re not 100% certain of the colors you\u2019ve chosen. If colors are changed mid-stream, we do need to charge for any lost time and product purchased.<\/p>\n CARPENTRY:\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>If you are interested in any carpentry work, please let us know.\u00a0 If we find any rotten wood during the washing or preparation stages we will point it out to you, and offer to give you a bid to replace.<\/p>\n WINDOW WASHING:\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>We recommend having your windows professionally washed after the painting is completed. If you are interested in a proposal, let us know and I will arrange to have Jeremy Fanucci from I Do Windows, Inc. to stop by and quote your job.<\/p>\n CLEAN-UP:\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>Your crew leader will be performing a daily clean-up so your property is presentable, and a full clean-up upon completion.\u00a0 Although our final clean-up is thorough, there are often many very small chips that give a \u201csalt and pepper\u201d look to your mulch until the first rain comes.<\/p>\n PATCHING vs CARPENTRY:<\/strong> VARNISHED SURFACES<\/strong>: We do not warranty varnished surfaces. Keep in mind that if varnished surfaces get any direct sunlight, they often start deteriorating in six months to two years. It is recommended that you get a \u201crefresh\u201d including a very light sand and re-varnish before the varnish fails, as that is much less expensive then waiting for the varnish to fail \u2013 at that point we need to completely remove ALL varnish, re-stain and re-varnish. Some of our clients ask us to put a fresh coat on their door yearly to keep up on it.<\/p>\n CLOSE HOMES:<\/strong> If your neighbor is very close to you ( property line within 15 feet of your house), please make arrangements for us to be able to place the feet of our ladders on their property. If you prefer we use a lift or scaffolding, the additional cost would be on you.<\/p>\n DECKS & STEPS NOT UNDER WARRANTY<\/strong> Spring is almost upon us, and there\u2019s no better time to refresh your home\u2019s exterior! You and your family will spend more time outside, so why not improve your home\u2019s curb appeal? 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\nWhenever possible we recommend replacing rotten wood with new wood.\u00a0 While it is often more economical to patch rotted areas, this work is NOT under warranty. Eventually it will fail (could be years, but sometimes months).<\/p>\n
\nHorizontal surfaces take a beating from foot traffic, rain, ice, and snow and will show wear before anything else. Many people choose to maintain them biannually or annually.<\/p>\nReady to Make a Change?
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