Santa Ana Winds and Exterior Painting: Wind, Dust and Ash Before You Repaint
Santa Ana days are dry and gusty, which is hard on fresh paint. Here is how wind changes an exterior job, and how to clean dust and ash off before you repaint.
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Repainting vs. Replacing Damaged Siding or Trim: How to Tell Which You Need
Minor damage can often be repaired and painted. Rotted wood has to be replaced first. Here is how to tell which one you have, and how we can help.
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Common Problems When You Paint Your House in Summer
Heat dries paint too fast and bakes surfaces. Here are the summer painting problems I watch for in San Diego, and how to avoid them.
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Painting Stucco 101
Stucco needs good prep: cracks, a clean dry wall, primer and the right coating. Here is how I approach painting stucco in coastal San Diego.
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How Coastal Salt Air Breaks Down Exterior Paint
Salt, moisture, sun and wind wear paint down fast near the water. Here is what salt air does and how to slow it in Ocean Beach and Point Loma.
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What Affects the Cost of Painting a House Exterior in San Diego
Exterior painting cost depends on the house, not a formula. Here are the factors that move the price and what to ask for in a free estimate.
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Refresh Your Entry Before Holiday Guests: What You Can Do in a Weekend
A weekend is enough to wash, fix small dings and touch up or give your front door one fresh coat. Here is what fits, what does not, and why dry is not cured.
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Best Time of Year to Paint Your House Exterior in San Diego
Fall can be a good time to paint a San Diego exterior, as long as the weather cooperates on the day. Here is what the walls and the can label need.
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Exterior Prep Before Rainy Season in San Diego
San Diego rain finds every weak spot. Check caulk, bare wood, stucco cracks and gutters now, on a dry day, before the wet weather arrives.