Things You Should Consider Prior to Your Exterior Painting Project

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Placeholder ImageThings You Should Consider Prior to Your Exterior Painting Project Before you begin your exterior painting project, you should consider all of the following factors.

Painting your home sounds simple enough. Just grab a brush and start painting, right? Well, it’s not exactly that simple. When you’re painting the exterior of your home, there are many challenges that come with the job. Before you begin your exterior painting project, you should consider all of the following factors.

Neighborhood Restrictions

You might live in a homeowner association, and if you do, they get to decide what type of paint you use. There are even some communities that have committees that require you to provide a painting plan for them to approve.

These regulations are in place for the sake of maintaining property values and to retain a uniform appearance that goes all through the community. If you don’t live in a homeowner association, there could still be state building codes that can influence your painting project, though they don’t tend to demand permits for you to change your exterior paint.

Weather

Different paints perform at different temperatures, and the type of paint you use could depend based on how the weather is. You’ll always want to check the paint brand recommendations, but moisture is something that you’re always best to avoid. This means that regardless of which paint you use, don’t try completing your exterior painting whenever it’s raining or humid outside. Paint needs time to dry, so keep an eye on the weather and choose a time that will let your paint dry once the painting process is complete. Selecting a time with moderate temperatures and low humidity is often the best option.

Get your Landscape Prepared

Exterior painting can get messy, so you should protect your landscape while you’re painting. Cover your gardens and bushes with tarps or drop cloths before you start painting so you can preserve them. If you’re struggling to keep them in place, place weights on the corners to hold them down. These weights could be items like bricks and rocks. You should also remove any outdoor furniture from the premises until your exterior painting job is complete.

Go with a Professional Painting Contractor

We recommend seeking professional assistance for your exterior painting project. A pro will know what obstacles can pop up during the painting job and take measures to prevent problems from occurring. Something else great about hiring a professional is that they estimate the expenses they’ll have on the job, meaning you won’t have to pay for any additional supplies needed to get your exterior painting finished. When you choose a professional painting company, your project will be in capable hands, so your job will get done right the first time.

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 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!!