Did Your Exterior Paint Weather the Storm?

There’s no question that storm season in Florida can take a toll on any home. From water damage on the inside to broken windows, missing shingles and downed trees on the outside, Florida homeowners have a laundry list of cleaning and repair tasks to take care of once the sun starts shining again. One aspect they may overlook, however, is their exterior paint.

No matter how durable the paint you’ve chosen for the outside of your home, gusty winds and heavy rains can be overbearing and wear away at the finish of your exterior paint. Once the storms have broken and you’ve taken care of all the serious repairs you need around the house, here’s a quick checklist to help you assess the state of your exterior paint and make it look as good as new:

• Don’t paint over problem spots. Even if your paint problems include peeling, splitting, or missing chunks of color, resist the urge to quickly paint over them. Instead, clearly mark the problem spots and have them inspected by a professional exterior painting team. What may seem like a simple cosmetic damage can actually be an indicator for deeper issues.

• Start with an even surface. Once your repair team has given you the all-clear, it’s time to take care of repairs. The team at New Ceilings starts every painting project by repairing cracks and creating a smooth, even surface. That way, the paint won’t sink beneath the surface and dry unevenly, and it will also be better able to adhere to the wall.

• Paint as usual. If your repaired spots were minor, you can get away with simply patching the areas with primer and your choice of paint. However, especially if it’s been a while since you last painted your house, it might be a good idea to paint the whole exterior. A fresh new coat of paint might also be a good idea if you don’t have the right color stored, as the patched areas will stick out like sore thumbs.

With the help of a team of experts, cleaning up your exterior paint should be a breeze. Instead of putting the brunt of time and effort on yourself, why not enlist the professionals? They can take care of everything from the repairs to the finishing touches. Get in touch with New Ceilings to schedule your free consultation today. Call us at 407-378-6040 to learn more.