While winter weather might make planning an outdoor gathering inadvisable, exterior painting is still possible, thanks to our region’s generally moderate temperatures. Whole-house paintings are usually held for late winter or spring, when weather is becoming more predictable, but smaller jobs that can be executed quickly will protect your house while keeping it looking fresh. Plus, those small touch-ups will prepare the house for spring events or gatherings.
The best starting point is simply to stand at a distance from your house – across the street, if possible, or at the end of the driveway. What do you see? Is the front door easy to spot? Are shutters hanging square with intact paint? Are railings in good repair, with no flaking or chips? Do the windows show obvious wear? Is the mailbox post solid and clean? Can you see glimmers of unpainted wood showing through on painted fencing?
An H.J. Holtz & Son estimator is happy to walk through an assessment of outdoor features, because paint is one of the best barriers to moisture for any surface. When paint begins to chip and flake, the wood beneath is exposed – to rain, snow, sleet, and hail – and thus becomes more susceptible to damage. In addition to offering painting services, H.J. Holtz & Son can also provide carpentry repairs for damaged wood – no need to find a new vendor for additional services.
Depending on the job, repairs and painting may be completed on site or in the Holtz shop, using one of our spray booths. These booths allow us to apply coatings efficiently and in a controlled environment where the temperature is always ideal and debris blowing by won’t get stuck in fresh paint. Shutters and doors, especially, are painted in the spray booth.
Even if the home’s complete exterior doesn’t need a fresh coat of paint, touching up specific elements is a good maintenance strategy, signaling your care and attention. Plus, these small projects refresh the house and serve as the first hospitality to guests and visitors. Call 804-358-4109 to request a review.