Signs of Old and Worn-Out Paint

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Placeholder ImageSigns of Old and Worn-Out Paint Here are signs that your home’s exterior needs new paint.

Just like other parts of your home, the exterior of your home can only stay in good shape with routine maintenance. Without proper maintenance, your house will start to look worn down, and it won’t hold as much monetary value. Many factors influence how valuable your home is, and one of the most important variables is your paint. While a fresh layer of paint can give your home a refined and polished look, you’ll get the exact opposite effect when you have old paint sticking to your walls. So when is your paint considered to be too old? There’s no clear answer, but there are signs that will tell you when it’s time to repaint your house. Here are signs that your home’s exterior needs new paint.

Your Current Paint is Damaged

There are many indicators of damaged paint. You’ll likely see bubbling, cracking, and/or peeling. Damaged paint is often a sign of paint that hasn’t been applied properly, but it could also be a result of weather damage, whether it be caused by water, UV rays, or wind.

Peeling or cracking paint could also indicate that you have issues regarding rotting wood, mildew, or mold. That’s why you should never ignore this problem if you see it.

Paint is Starting to Fade

Faded paint doesn’t look good on anyone’s property. Sometimes, it can be hard to tell if fading has occurred. To make it easier to tell, take a photo of your home once you’ve applied a new coat of paint. You can compare the look of the photo with the look of your home as it is now.

Over the years, paint starts to lose color. This happens due to factors such as exposure to sunlight. Darker colors will fade more quickly than light colors, so when you decide to repaint your home, you might want to keep that in mind.

Cracked Caulk

Caulking’s shelf life is much shorter than most paints, especially when it’s used on the outside of your house, and it’s up against the elements all of the time. If you notice that your caulk is beginning to crack or crumble, it’s a sign that you should reapply your caulk to the entire exterior of your house.

This stops water damage from coming to your siding, and you’ll have more protection for your home’s exterior. A fresh coat of paint and sturdy caulk will be the difference that will keep your gaps sealed and protect your finish.

Contact Albaugh & Sons

Since 2003, Albaugh & Sons, LLC, has been dedicated to meeting the fencing, decking, and home remodeling needs of homeowners throughout the greater Frederick area. All of our team members are experienced, well-trained, and committed to exceeding the expectations of every customer.

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Customer Testimonials

We could talk all day about the happy homeowners we’ve provided additions and renovations for, but the real measure of merit lies in customer reviews. See what people are saying about Albaugh & Sons.

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Bonnie
21:41 27 Nov 24
I just want to say this company is the Best.. did my fence and my screened in porch. The guys are professional and just a delight to deal with.. customer service is important.. their prices are reasonable.. I would never use anyone but them.. they do it All too..
Alexander S.
16:32 22 Nov 24
We could not be more pleased with the entire process and outcome of our experience with Albaugh & Sons. From the timely turnaround on coming out to give us an estimate, to the flexibility on adjusting our proposal, and to the quick and professional installation itself. I would highly recommend Albaugh & Sons to anyone in their area of serviceability.
Abby G.
14:50 04 Nov 24
So great to work with. Have had the pleasure of working with both sons who were knowledgeable and courteous. The entire process was easy from estimate to completion of my new deck. Both arrived on time, had my estimate for both deck and basement remodel in a couple of days. Danny, the project manager arrived on time and explained the plans, the work crew were amazing. Old deck demolished and beautiful new composite in its place in less than 2 days. Tiffany, the office manager is prompt in responding to all emails with courteous knowledgeable answers. They make you feel like you are their only customer. Look forward to working with them for my basement remodel. I 100% recommend this company.
James L.
13:49 10 Oct 24
We love our new fence. Thanks Emily and George for everything. Excellent communication, timeliness and excellent workmanship. We highly recommend Albaugh and Sons.
John K.
13:19 31 Aug 24
I had a beautiful deck built almost 2 years ago. I called yesterday about a few items that have come apart such as the pvc outside corners on the rim/ band board etc. The company was very responsive and ready and eager to help. Because of this, they have made a customer for life! Not only will you get an amazing product, but it appears you get a lifetime of amazing customer service!! 100 out of 5 stars!
Van Lavoy J.
17:06 01 Apr 24
We needed a fence as fast as possible for 5 rescue dogs that we took on. Albaugh and Sons was able to provide a great quote and a speedy installation. My wife and I love the new fence. It has literally improved our day to day lives by being able to let the dogs run free in the back. The materials were perfect and high quality. I would definitely recommend them to friends and family.
Bill D.
20:50 24 Mar 24
I hired Albaugh and Sons to tear out our old deck and replace it with a new composite deck/ screened porch. The front office was a pleasure to deal with and kept my wife and I informed on everything. The crew did an amazing job every step of the way. I was especially impressed with their finish work. The attention to detail was impressive! What I also liked Albaugh and Sons is they had a project manager (Danny) who would occasionally pop over and answer questions and would also keep me updated on progress. I would highly recommend hiring Albaugh and Sons for any of your fence/ deck / home improvement needs.
Joseph D.
15:39 04 Oct 23
We are very pleased with the work done by Albaugh and sons. We had them replace our side porch and they did excellent work and built it to our request. Also had them install a three tier rail fence around our property. It is excellent and looks great. We thank Danny and his deck crew and George and his fence crew for their excellent work. I recommend them for any projects you need done. Thank you very much!!
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