House Painting & Home Repairs
Serving San Antonio Metro 

Please check out our 'How much will exterior painting cost'(https://www.homepros-kc.com/how-much-for-exterior) page for a detailed breakdown.

Brushing and rolling is more physically demanding than spraying. Due to the roller possibly skipping after in use for a while, it requires 2 coats for an even looking finish. Have you ever tried rolling paint on an interior wall? Then you know that you have to go back and cover up that first pass to get an even finish. Spraying allows for a more even application which makes the job move faster. Following manufacturer instructions on sprayer tip sizes, the proper thickness of paint can be applied without any worries. If working with a painting company that knows their craft, either process will work just fine. Keep in mind that a reputable painting company will stand behind their workmanship with a lengthy warranty period. That's what you are really seeking--peace of mind that the paint job will last. Anything below 5 years may not be worth the investment.

It all depends on how much UV rays your house is exposed to and if you have proper water drainage. If you look at your house you will see that it fades unevenly. The back side may look worse than the front or vice-versa. You may also see around gutters serious discoloration and possibly wood rot. When selecting the grade of paint, it's important you select a grade that's going to hold up to the elements as long as possible. It may cost you a little more upfront but it will last longer on your house. Would you rather be painting every 5 years or every 8-10 years?

Primer should be used on: • exposed bare wood • when the existing paint is not sound • metal siding or surfaces Think of primer as glue that bonds the surface being painted and the new paint.

Most exterior paint projects, depending on the size of the house, take about 4 days to complete. If there's wood rot repairs involved you need to add another 1-2 days. During winter months the temperatures should be hovering at about 40 degres when the paint is being applied and up 3 hours afterwards. Most high quality paints today have an application rating of 35 degrees.

We follow the manufacturers recommendation which for Sherwin Williams premium paints is 1 coat for repaint projects. Applying 2 coats does not guarantee any longer life and will not help against paint fading. If you come across any kind of scientific backed data proving that 2 coats is guaranteed a longer life please let us know. We have not found it yet. Attached are data sheets directly from Sherwin Williams showing the recommended coats of paint on a repaint project. Don't be swayed by a contractor telling you that 2 coats is better than 1.

At Home Pros Painting, we take pride in the quality and consistency of our work, which is why we do not seek or hire out subcontractors. Instead, we have 2 dedicated family operated crews who have been with us for over 10 years, ensuring every project meets our high standards. Our reputation speaks for itself.