{"id":1295,"date":"2022-03-14T14:42:37","date_gmt":"2022-03-14T18:42:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/hanover-chesterfield\/?post_type=community&#038;p=1295"},"modified":"2024-05-07T18:43:04","modified_gmt":"2024-05-07T22:43:04","slug":"exterior-painting-tips","status":"publish","type":"community","link":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/hanover-chesterfield\/community\/exterior-painting-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Exterior Painting Tips and Tricks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When you paint the exterior of your home or commercial space, you want to get the best results. The time, money, and effort spent should amount to nothing less than perfection. We know this\u2013\u2013and so do other painting companies. But how can you be sure to get the best exterior painting job? Our professional painters are here to give our insider secrets. Following these tips will make the painting process easier and the final product better. Our professionals have completed thousands of exterior painting projects across the Chesterfield and Hanover areas and perfected the art of painting. Here is what we have to share with you!<\/p>\n<h2>Cover Surrounding<\/h2>\n<p>Once things are clean and repaired, you\u2019ll want to make sure to cover any areas that you do not want paint on. Paint can be messy, especially when you\u2019re applying to large surfaces such as the exterior of your home. Be sure to cover any electrical outlets, plants, and air conditioners. You\u2019ll want to lock these covers down with tape, too. If you\u2019re painting your home interior, don\u2019t forget about the ceiling! Light fixtures and fans should be properly covered or put away before the painting process begins.<\/p>\n<h2>Thoroughly Clean Your Surface<\/h2>\n<p>The most vital step to a house painting project is to properly clean the surface getting painted. Many painters that take on home painting on their own skip this step; however, doing so will result in a paint finish that won\u2019t look as good and won\u2019t last as long. If your wall or ceiling has dirt or oil on it, your paint will chip and peel prematurely. With that being said, we truly cannot stress enough how important this step is.<\/p>\n<p>All that is required\u2013\u2013and recommended\u2013\u2013to clean the surface of your home is sugar soap, sponges or washcloths, and a bucket. After a solid scrub down of the surface you\u2019ll be good to go! Trust us, your future self will be thanking you for taking this step seriously.<\/p>\n<h2>Hire the Best House Painters<\/h2>\n<p>With so many house painters in the Chesterfield\/Hanover area, it can be quite stressful to find the best one for your painting project. Every painting company has their own way of doing business. Painting teams don\u2019t always have the most experienced and skilled people. Prices vary greatly. All of these factors can make you run from the idea of painting the exterior of your home. Be sure to check all the reviews on your prospective companies!<\/p>\n<h1>Exterior Painting with CertaPro Painters\u00ae<\/h1>\n<p>When you work with CertaPro Painters\u00ae you don\u2019t have to worry about any of this! Our professionals are equipped to prepare your exterior for any type of painting job, commercial or residential. We provide a wide variety of services that cover the basic repairs we see on a house, including power washing, light carpentry, and staining. We also offer a free color consultation to make sure that you are 100% satisfied with your end result.<\/p>\n<p>To get started on your spring painting service, call one of the expert team members at <a href=\"tel: 804-505-4777\">804-505-4777<\/a>. You can also fill out our free, no-obligation <a href=\"#estimate\">form<\/a> for a free estimate. CertaPro Painters\u00ae does painting so that you can do life. Get started today!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When you paint the exterior of your home or commercial space, you want to get the best results. The time, money, and effort spent should amount to nothing less than perfection. We know this\u2013\u2013and so do other painting companies. But how can you be sure to get the best exterior painting job? 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