Maintaining the external look of your house demands considerable effort. Knowing when and how often to repaint is often a point of confusion for numerous property owners. In this blog post from Painter Malaysia, we will explore the factors that should inform your decision to give your home a fresh coat of paint!
How Often to Paint The Exterior Of Your House
The exterior part of your house is among the most important aspect of your home since this is the first thing people see when they drive by. It’s also one of the most expensive parts to repair and replace, which means you need to know how often it needs a new coat of paint!
The frequency that your exterior house painting will need depends on several factors: How old your home is and what type of weather exposure it has (oceanfront vs mountain), What kind of siding material was used in construction, and what kind of paint is used.
In general, it’s suggested to paint your exterior house once every 5-10 years, and more often if you live in a coastal area where wind and saltwater exposure is high. If your home’s siding was built with steel or aluminum, it might need to be painted even sooner than that!
The frequency of painting also depends on how much maintenance the homeowner does themselves. The best thing for any homeowner who wants to put off their exterior paint job as long as possible is routine pressure washing – this helps remove dirt before it can accumulate enough so that when there are stains left behind by mildew/algae/etc., they will come right off without damaging your paint.
Signs It’s Time to Paint the Exterior
Although it’s important to have a set schedule for exterior house painting, there are also some signs that it may be time to repaint! These include:
Fading Paint
One of the common signs it’s time to pick up a brush and start painting is when there is an extreme difference in color between the old and new coats of paint. You might not be able to tell just by looking at it, but that’s why you should always take a look under your eaves – if they are covered with black marks from mildew or algae growth, then you know something needs to change!
Stains
Another sign it may be time for exterior house painting comes when stains begin appearing on the sides of your home. These could come from any number of sources: bird droppings, sap/pitch buildup, pollen build-up (from tree sap), etc. The best way to get rid of these kinds of staining problems before they turn into bigger issues is regular pressure washing. But if stains are persistent, it’s time for a fresh coat.
Cracks and Peeling Paint
When cracks and peeling become a severe problem, it’s best to start painting as soon as possible. Not only does the paint look bad from the outside, but those cracks and peeling areas can cause problems when not taken care of, such as leaks.
Bubbling Paint
Bubbling paint is another sign it’s time to put on a new coat, especially when the paint bubbles come in contact with moisture. If you see bubbling paint anywhere on your siding (or worse…inside your insulation), then this is another one of those problems that should be fixed immediately before they get out of hand.
Failing to repaint when you notice bubbling paint will make the paint chips come away faster, which can cause all kinds of issues such as leaks and mold growth.
In a Nutshell
It is important to note that in order for a paint job to last, it will need to be maintained. You should plan on painting your Kuala Lumpur house between every 5-10years, depending on the type of exterior paint you use and how often wear and tear occurs from natural elements such as rain, wind, or heat.
If this sounds like too much work for you, we can help with all aspects of your home improvement projects, so give us a call! We’ll schedule an estimated appointment today.
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