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.
How Long a Repaint Takes, and What to Expect Day by Day
Timing depends on size, weather and prep. Here is a general example of what happens on an exterior repaint, from the first walkthrough to the final one.
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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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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.