There is a lot of work that goes into painting your house. Whether you are painting the interior or exterior of your property, there are multiple steps that need to be taken before your paint can is even popped open. But what are these steps, exactly? How does one prep for house painting? 

Our professionals at CertaPro Painters® have prepped and painted hundreds of homes throughout the Surrey, White Rock, Langley, and North Delta areas. We know what needs to be done to get the best paint finish possible. In this article, our professionals have shared our top three painting preparation tips. These steps are essential if you are going to paint your home DIY style. However, we have also included information on how to get in touch with our painting professionals that can do all the work for you. 

Make Necessary Repairs

There is little use to painting a home that is riddled with issues. These issues will cause the paint you are applying to peel, chip, and fade faster than they would normally and you’ll be back in the same position that you are now. Get rid of any damaged or rotten panels and scrape away any already-flaking paint before you get too far into the process. If you are still planning on going the DIY route for your painting, you may want to hire a professional to take care of the repairs for you. 

Wash it Down

The most important step to any paint job is to wash the surface you plan to paint. For interiors, this can typically be done with a warm washcloth. Be careful of combining cleaning additives to the mix; you may cause damage to the paint underneath or cause adherence issues with the new paint. Most importantly, though, remember to wait for your surface to dry completely before moving onto your painting process. This typically takes about 24 hours.

Exterior paint jobs are an entirely different beast, though. You’ll likely need to rent or purchase a power washer to thoroughly clean the exterior of your home. Make sure that you are comfortable operating a power washer and do a few test runs before applying to the surface of your home.

Cover Surrounding

Once things are clean and repaired, you’ll want to make sure to cover any areas that you do not want paint on. Paint can be messy, especially when you’re applying to large surfaces such as the exterior of your home. Be sure to cover any electrical outlets, plants, and air conditioners. You’ll want to lock these covers down with tape, too. If you’re painting your home interior, don’t forget about the ceiling! Light fixtures and fans should be properly covered or put away before the painting process begins. 

Prep for House Painting with CertaPro Painters®

When you work with CertaPro Painters® you don’t have to worry about any of this prep work. Our professionals are equipped to prepare your house for any type of painting job, interior or exterior. We provide a wide variety of services that cover the basic repairs we see on a house, including power washing, drywall repair, and light carpentry. We also offer a free colour consultation to make sure that you are 100% satisfied with your end result. 

To get started on your painting project, call one of the expert team members at 604-879-4462. You can also fill out our free, no-obligation form for a free estimate. Either way, one of our team members will be in touch with you within the next week. CertaPro Painters® does painting so that you can do life. Get started today!