Get Your House Ready for Summer
Posted on May 30, 2025
Summer on the Virginia Peninsula brings sunshine, warm breezes, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy time outdoors. It’s also the perfect season to give your home a fresh look with a new coat of paint. Whether you’re in Newport News, Hampton, Yorktown, or Poquoson, a fresh paint job can boost your home’s curb appeal and protect it from the region’s heat, humidity, and coastal elements.
Why Summer is Ideal for Painting
Virginia’s mild winters and hot, humid summers make timing your painting projects important. Late spring and early summer offer optimal conditions—drier days, longer daylight hours, and temperatures that help paint cure properly.
Popular Summer Painting Projects
Exterior Painting
From historic homes in Yorktown to beachy bungalows near Buckroe, exterior painting not only beautifies but also helps seal your home against moisture and salty air.
Deck & Fence Refresh
Salt air and UV rays can wear down wood. A fresh stain or paint on decks and fences can extend their life and enhance outdoor enjoyment.
Front Door & Shutters
A bold, welcoming front door or crisp shutters can instantly upgrade your home’s façade, perfect for summer entertaining and visits from family and friends.
Outdoor Living Areas
Patios, porches, and screened-in sunrooms benefit from a coat of mildew-resistant paint that can stand up to summer storms and steamy afternoons.
