Exterior Painting & Maintenance Tips for Homes in Rockford, IL

Taking some time to work on exterior house maintenance is an important part of owning a home. It can be a good idea to keep a maintenance schedule, the winters in this part of Illinois can be hard on home exteriors, its a good idea to have a plan each year to check for potential problems . Twice a year is generally a good time frame for most upkeep, we recommend homeowners in  the area check their home at least twice a year, with a check in March / April being one of the most important times to look for potential problems.

Keep a checklist for the following areas:

Roof and gutter inspection

It is important to inspect your roof and gutters regularly to make sure there are no problem areas and issues that could lead to leaking or clogging. This is one area that you really want to stay on top of with maintenance or it will open a whole gamut of cascading problems of increasingly greater significance and expense. The cold Wisconsin & Illinois winters often cause ice dams on exteriors that can break gutters and soffits. Check closely around any area where water could have frozen over the winter to see if there are any signs of wood rot or cracked surfaces.

In the event there is soffit, stucco, or siding damage, we can in most cases do repairs as part of a painting project.

Deck repair, cleaning, and staining

Over time a wooden deck will need to have boards and screws replaced. This is another area that homes in the northern USA frequently manifest problems in the winter season. Decks and outdoor structures may need painting or staining as often as every 2 years in this part of the country. Failure to upkeep stain or paint will eventually lead to rotting wood and over time can even cause structural issues as structural elements become damaged.

Garage Floors

Concrete garage floors can be updated with epoxy or polyurea coatings, we have a dedicated floor coatings division to help home owners in the Rockford area bring new life to an otherwise unattractive floor. We have seen many creative updates to garages like creating an alternate room in the home, making a workshop in the garage, or just updating the floor for a better look and feel that is easy to clean.

Patios and pathways

Keep up with these areas by scrubbing and pressure washing. Concrete patios can also be updated with epoxy or polyurea coatings to give the space a refined look.

Exterior cleaning and painting

Protect your home from moisture damage. Even taking the time to seal and patch up particularly bad spots can save a lot of issues later. Inspecting for spots that are more prone to peeling and cracking will alert you to signs of more serious problems. Cleaning areas with moss and dirt build up will protect that house and increase its overall appeal.