STEP 1: PRESSURE WASH.

A pressure washer excels at scouring away dirt, grime and especially chalking, the powdery pigment left on the surface when old oil and some acrylic paints deteriorate. The scouring action is so strong that you won't need a cleanser (TSP or non-phosphate substitute) like you would if you washed the surface by hand.First we look for dirt, especially up under the soffits. And then rub the paint surface to check for chalking. If the previous coating was acrylic paint, it probably won't chalk. If the painted surface is clean and not chalking, pressure washing is optional. But most pros do it anyway to make sure the new paint will adhere well.

STEP 2:SCRAPING AND MAKING GOOD

Hand scrape all peeling paint.Burn off all paint peeling beyond repair.Rake out and replace any defective glazing putty.Fill and rub down all woodwork with exterior filler.Fill all cracks in masonry with cement based repair plaster.Oil prime all bare wood or metal prior to painting.Caulk around windows and trim as needed.Set any loose nails on house.

STEP 3: THE PAINTING

All non painted surfaces,glass and landscaping will be protected from possible paint overspray.All scaffolding and access equipment will be supplied and erected by our contractor.The walls will be treated with anti fungicidal wash where mould is present.We then apply two coats of premium quality masonry paint to the walls.All woodwork and trim will recieve two undercoats and a gloss finish.

STEP 4: THE CLEAN UP.

Clean up preformed every evening and thourougly on completion of the work. All rubbish removed from site. Touch up paints left with client.All furniture and fittings replaced.Plant and flower beds cleaned of all paint chips debris etc.

STEP 5: THE HAND OVER

Before the crew packs up their equipment, the first walk-around is done to ensure that all contracted areas are painted properly. A snag sheet is filled in and and checked off. The painter in charge walks the client around the property again and asks the customer to sign the completion form when satisfied.