Freshen Up Your Home This Spring With CertaPro Painters of Rhode Island!

We are almost there. Daylight savings is March 14th, allowing more daylight and more time to get outside. I know I personally am revving up to get out, dig in the dirt, and start the winter cleanup. As a paint expert with CertaPro Painters of Rhode Island, I also know it is a great time to get up close and personal with your home’s condition—not only with the yard and flower beds, but also with your home’s exterior surfaces. Let’s face it, as the weather gets nicer our lives get that much busier with activities that keep us on the go, and we may not take notice of the wear and tear, especially from a distance.

A yearly inspection “check-up” of your home’s exterior surfaces is key to home maintenance and safety.

Exterior paints and stains have a time limit, approximately 5–8 years, in providing proper protection of your home’s surfaces. Unlike interior paints, exterior coatings are worn down year after year by the UV exposure of the sun and the harsh, ever-changing New England weather. Horizontal surfaces like decks often require yearly attention. Once any exterior coating is compromised, the substrates on your home are exposed and can be damaged, requiring significant repair or replacement. At CertaPro Painters of Rhode Island, we recommend doing your home’s wellness inspection soon and, if needed, getting a timely jump on your project’s research and details.

Below is a suggested list with coordinating pictures to help determine the wellness of your home.
Inspect the overall condition of each substrate or surface (siding, fascia, trim, decks, railings, and more).

Presence of Mold and Mildew

Dark spotting or greenish growth along siding, trim, or shaded areas usually points to mold, mildew, or algae. Besides looking dirty, this organic growth traps moisture against your surfaces, which can speed up paint failure and lead to soft or rotting wood. A professional cleaning and a properly formulated exterior coating system from CertaPro Painters of Rhode Island can help stop the cycle and keep these problem areas under control.

Chalking

If you rub your hand along the painted surface and it leaves a dusty residue, your paint is “chalking.” This is a sign that the coating has broken down under years of sun and weather exposure. Chalking makes it harder for new paint to properly adhere and is an early warning that your home is losing protection. Our team can assess the level of chalking, recommend the right washing and prep, and apply a fresh, durable coating designed for Rhode Island’s climate.

Though we often promote ourselves as exterior painting professionals, we also restore exteriors through more involved means when requested.

Peeling / Blistering

Peeling, flaking, or bubble-like blisters in your paint mean the coating has lost its bond to the surface underneath. This can be caused by moisture, age, or previously applied coatings that weren’t compatible. Once paint begins to peel, water can get behind it and cause further damage. CertaPro Painters of Rhode Island can identify the cause, remove loose material, and rebuild a sound, paintable surface to help prevent the problem from returning.

Fading / Flaking

Has your bold color turned dull, or do you see thin, flaky areas where the color looks washed out? Fading and flaking are signs that UV rays and weather have worn away the protective resins in the paint. Beyond appearance, this means your home is losing a layer of defense. We can help you choose modern exterior products and color schemes that hold up better to sun exposure while giving your home a refreshed, consistent look.

Moisture

Staining, soft spots, or warped boards near the base of your siding, around windows, or along trim can signal moisture intrusion. Left alone, moisture problems can turn into rot and more expensive structural repairs. Our local team can spot these risk areas early, recommend the right repairs, and apply coatings designed to help shed water and protect vulnerable sections of your exterior.

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Reach out to CertaPro Painters of Rhode Island for Spring Maintenance Today!

If you notice any of the conditions above—or if something about your home’s exterior just doesn’t look right—now is the ideal time to act. A quick wellness check today can prevent costly repairs tomorrow.

Call our office at 401-921-2260 or schedule a free appointment online with CertaPro Painters of Rhode Island. We’ll review your home’s exterior with you, explain what we see in clear terms, and outline practical options that match your timeline and budget. Whether you need targeted maintenance on high-exposure areas or a full exterior repaint, our team is ready to help you protect and improve one of your biggest investments—your home.