Exterior paint in San Antonio faces constant exposure to sun, heat, and weather.
Proper maintenance can extend the life of your paint job by several years.
1. Wash Your Home Annually
You can just use a hose to spray off your home, at least once a year.
Remove:
• dirt
• dust
• mildew
This prevents buildup that damages paint.
2. Inspect for Damage
Check for:
• peeling paint
• cracks
• damaged caulking
Early repairs prevent bigger problems.
3. Maintain Caulking
There is a lot to be said about pride of ownership. Take care of issues quickly and your home will always look great
Re-caulk areas around:
• windows
• doors
• trim
This keeps moisture out.
4. Trim Landscaping
Plants touching your house can:
• trap moisture
• damage paint
• cause staining
5. Touch Up Small Areas
Deal with it right away.. before it leads to bigger problems.
Fixing small chips early prevents larger repainting jobs.
6. Repaint Before Failure
Don’t wait until paint completely fails.
Repainting early protects your home.
Schedule Maintenance Painting
Lava Painting offers inspections and repainting services.
