A fresh coat of paint on your home’s exterior is one of the best ways to improve curb appeal, boost home value, and make your home feel like new. One of the most common questions that people ask when it comes to painting the outside of their house is how long the process will take. The answer to that question involves a variety of factors that you can learn more about by reading below.
Size and Structure of the Home
When it comes to determining how long it’s going to take to paint your house, its size and structure are the most important elements. A small single-story home takes less time to paint than a large house with multiple floors.
However, size isn’t the only thing that matters. Your home’s layout can also play into how long it takes. Painting around windows, doors, and HVAC equipment adds time to the process.
Preparation Time Adds Up
The real work begins before the first roller or brush gets touched. Prepping your home for paint can take a surprising amount of time. For example, if we need to pressure wash your home before painting it, that can add a day to the process. Additionally, scraping and peeling the old paint off can take time.
If you have any damaged siding that needs to be repaired, that will take some time, too. Additionally, your house may need to be sanded and primed before any new paint can be applied. Investing in good prep work may add a day or two to the project timeline, but it ensures that the finished product looks like you want it to.
Weather and Seasonal Considerations
Painting the outside of a house is completely dependent on the weather. Rain, excessive humidity, and high temperatures can all slow the process down considerably. That’s why it’s such a good idea to schedule your exterior painting for when temperatures are mild and more consistent.
If rain delays the job by a day or two, that setback can ripple through the rest of the schedule. Even after it stops raining, you may have to allow time for the surface to dry thoroughly. To stay on track, we often build buffer time into the schedule, but it’s wise to remain flexible if the weather doesn’t cooperate.
Experts Are Available From Start to Finish
Painting the outside of your home is a major investment of both time and money. We consider it an honor to be trusted with your most valuable asset, and we want to ensure the job is done quickly and properly. If you want to schedule exterior painting services for your Pensacola, FL, home, contact 1st Choice Coatings today.
