Wood Siding Painting & Restoration

Preparation is what decides how long it lasts

On old wood siding, the work you do not see matters most. Painters scrape every loose flake, sand edges so the new coat does not ridge, wash off mildew and let the wood dry. Bare spots get a primer made to block tannin bleed. Gaps at corners, window trim and butt joints are caulked so water cannot get behind the boards. A house that is prepped this way can hold paint for many years, while a house painted over damp or flaking surfaces will fail within a couple of seasons. Walls that face the afternoon sun usually fail first, so expect your provider to spend the most prep time on the south and west sides of the house.

Knowing when boards need replacing, not painting

A screwdriver pressed into soft wood should not sink in. If it does, the board is rotted and painting over it only hides the problem. Providers will probe the lower courses near the ground, around windows and below roof overhangs, where water tends to collect. Replacing a handful of boards before painting is far cheaper than painting twice. If the damage is widespread, a carpenter should assess the structure before any coating goes on. Ask the provider to mark any boards they flag for replacement and to show you the soft areas before the work begins, so there are no surprises on the invoice.

Paint or stain, and the right color for the wood

Solid-color paint gives the best protection and hides repairs. Semi-transparent stain lets the grain show but needs refreshing more often. Lighter colors reflect heat and fade more slowly, while very dark colors absorb sun and can stress the finish on south-facing walls. Many homes built before 1978 may have lead in the old paint, so the provider will use lead-safe practices when scraping, and you can ask them about their certification. A written scope that lists the paint brand, the number of coats and the surfaces included makes it easy to compare bids from different providers.

Front Door Painting

A fresh front door is the highest-return upgrade there is — prepped, primed, and finished.

Garage Door Painting

Single or double garage doors coated in an exterior finish rated for direct sun.

Exterior Paint Refresh

Touch up and refresh exterior paint on siding, stucco, or fiber-cement — front, back, or a probl…

Exterior Trim, Fascia & Soffit Painting

Repaint exterior trim, fascia, or soffits with crisp lines and a weather-ready finish.

Fence, Deck & Pergola Staining & Sealing

Semi-transparent or solid stain, or a clear waterproofing sealer, that protects wood decks, fenc…

Porch & Patio Painting

Porch floors, railings, and patios refreshed in durable, foot-traffic-ready enamel.

Full Exterior Repaint (Whole-House)

A complete exterior repaint — prep, primer, and two coats — for the whole house, not a single se…

Stucco Painting

Stucco exteriors cleaned, repaired, primed and coated with elastomeric or masonry paint to seal…

Metal Roof Painting & Coating

Metal roofs cleaned, rust-treated, primed and coated to stop corrosion, reflect heat and add yea…