Reasons Why Summer Is the Best Time to Paint Your Home

by Expert Contributor Rick Thompson of Thompson Custom Painting

Have you noticed that the exterior of your home seems to have lost some of its luster? Exterior house paint will give your home a facelift, add dramatic curb appeal and make it feel brand new. The warmer months are usually the best time to take care of outdoor projects. Here are some reasons why summer is the best time for exterior painting.

Increase the Curb Appeal of Your Home

Are you putting your home on the market this year? House painting in the summer can increase your property’s curb appeal. Having the exterior of your home painted is a great way to enhance its appearance. Not only will you drastically change your curb appeal, but your home will also look fresh and new. It can also increase the value of your home.

Eliminate Exterior Signs of Winter Wear and Tear

By the time fall, winter and spring have passed, your home’s exterior will be stressed. It will have withstood the cold and fought against the moisture of rain and humidity. You may have even noticed that the moisture has led to mold and mildew growth. Additionally, the sun can cause paint to crack, fade, flake and peel. This can reduce the protection that the paint provides to the exterior of your home.

The Weather Is Warmer

Summer is the best time for exterior painting because warm weather is perfect paint-drying weather. When temperatures are low, paint will not bind to the surface of your home, causing it to crack and peel. When temperatures are too high, the paint will dry and brush out too quickly. Mild temperatures allow the process to go quickly and efficiently, all while ensuring that the paint film has a good formation before it gets too hot.

There Is Less Chance of Rain

Nothing is more of a nuisance to an exterior paint project than a rain delay. Not only does this set your project back, but it can also put the progress so far at risk of being ruined. Choosing to have the exterior of your home repainted in the summer months can help ensure there are fewer interruptions to the project.

If you’re considering repainting your home’s exterior, your first step is to plan around the climate and weather. Spend your summer doing the things you love and leave your painting project to the professionals.

Rick Thompson of Thompson Custom Painting

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