Professional Paint Removal Is the Key to Smooth, Beautiful, Long-Lasting Exterior Paint

Repainting your house is a chore every home owner dreads: your home looks great afterwards, but the expense and effort of painting can be a real hassle. So be sure that your exterior house paint lasts as long as possible with correct paint removal. It may seem counterintuitive, but correctly and thoroughly removing your old paint makes a huge difference in the appearance and durability of your new exterior paint! That's why we recommend using professional paint removal every time.

Complete paint removal is necessary before you begin repainting your home to ensure that there are no barriers between the bare wood and the new paint. When the old paint is left on your house, it causes two main issues. First, it creates unsightly bumps, lumps, and bulges in your new paint job, leaving your home looking less than stellar. However, the bigger problem is that flaking, peeling old paint will prevent the new paint from lasting as long. In order to adhere completely for long-lasting, beautiful results, the fresh paint needs to be applied directly to the wood. Keep in mind that, especially in hard to reach areas, DIY paint removal often leaves something to be desired. Expert painting contractors will be able to ensure that your trim, gables, and soffits are all thoroughly stripped of old, peeling paint so the new coat of paint will adhere properly for complete, full coverage.

While DIYers usually rely on scraping alone, most paint removal companies use a heating process to remove paint from your home. Using a system of propane heaters and scrapers, this professional method causes the paint to loosen and bubble, making it easier to remove. The old paint comes away completely and without difficulty. This paint removal system ensures that all of the old paint is totally stripped off and, because the paint comes off effortlessly, the underlying wood is rarely marred in the scraping process. With a light sanding, your home is now ready to be repainted!

When selecting a paint removal contractor, be sure to choose experienced professionals. Ask to see completed past projects as well as references. Reputable contractors will protect your yard from debris, clean up after themselves, and dispose of waste in an environmentally sound manner. And if lead paint is a concern, be sure to hire licensed a lead paint removal company for the safety of your home and family.

Matt Gallo is a home improvement hobbyist and the Internet marketing manager for Prospect Genius, a provider of affordable marketing solutions for local businesses.