Tricky Home Exterior? Let Our Painters Do The Job!

A fresh coat of paint can work wonders for improving the appearance of the exterior of your home. Many people feel that taking a DIY approach to exterior painting is best because it saves money. Still, when you factor in time, skill, and experience, it is often better to hire a professional. The exterior of a house is not like painting an interior room; there are different textures and difficulties. If you want the job done right, contract professional painting services in Winnipeg. While you can attempt to paint your house’s exterior yourself, the potential challenges you will face are not often worth the effort. There are several reasons to trust a professional over DIY methods.

Equipment

Do you have access to a tall ladder, paint rollers, sprayers, power washers, sanders, etc.? All of these things cost money. If you do not have the correct tools for the job, you can easily end up spending more than you potentially save with a DIY approach. The service you hire will already have the necessary equipment to get the job done. Sure, you will pay for labour, but the money you save by not purchasing additional equipment can make up a significant portion of the expense.

Time

How many people will you have repainting your exterior? In many DIY cases, the homeowner is attempting to paint their house by themselves. Painting the exterior in this way, without experience, will take several days, if not a week or longer, depending on the experience level of the homeowner. A professional painting service will use a team or crew of painters to complete a job. The team of experienced painters can typically finish an average size exterior within a couple of days. Therefore, by hiring a service, you give yourself more time to focus on other things.

Safety

Exterior painting requires painting at various heights. Any time you are using a ladder or scaffolding, there is a risk of falling or injury. An inexperienced homeowner is at a greater risk of injury because they have not undergone proper training to handle different painting scenarios. 

Beyond the risk of injury from falling, exterior painting can lead to exposure to chemicals and particles that can be harmful to breathe in and might lead to potential health problems. A homeowner might not understand the risks associated with paints, cleaners, and tools, which means they are at a greater risk.

Finally, if you are injured during a DIY project, you will be responsible for any expenses. However, if you hire a licensed and insured painting service, you will not be held accountable for any injuries sustained while on the job. Hiring an insured company is the best way to protect yourself against liability and potentially costly missteps.

Stress

Working on a largescale project alone, like exterior painting, can lead to stress and anxiety. It is easy to become frustrated or worried about the amount of time the project is taking you or how much money it is costing. There is an easy way to eliminate or negate these negative feelings: hire a professional.

A painting service can take all the pressure of the project off of your hands. You will not have to worry about buying supplies, equipment, or preparing the structure for painting. Even better still, you will not have to worry about cleanup or a deadline. The project is entirely out of your hands, meaning there is no need to worry, especially with it being handled by professionals.
A DIY approach to exterior painting is not as beneficial as it might initially appear. Between specialized equipment and time commitments, it is better to hire a professional. If you are interested in working with some of the best painters, contact a professional working with Handyman Connection.