Pressure Wash First For Superior Painting Results
Want Top-Tier Painting Outcomes In Seattle?
Pressure Washing Your Home Is The Key
Why Amsberry Painting Pressure Washes
First Before Our Painters Get To Work
When you call on Amsberry Painting to paint your home’s exterior, what’s the first question we ask? “When can we pressure wash your home?” In fact, experience tells us that pressure washing in Seattle is essential.
Surprised? Many of our customers are. The first thing they expect to hear is, “When can we start painting,” or “Do you have your colors picked out yet?”
But if you want the job done right, a thorough pressure wash comes first. Why?
It helps create the conditions required for successful exterior painting. In addition, it helps you avoid some serious potential issues later down the line.
However, not just anyone can handle this work. You need experts who know what they’re doing. That’s the only way to produce the results you need while safeguarding your home.
The ABCs Of Pressure Washing Your Home’s Exterior
As you probably know, your home’s exterior can get really dirty over time. That’s a natural consequence of being exposed to the elements year-round. Here in Washington State, the accumulation of moss and mildew is also a major concern.
Pressure washing’s job is to get all of that off your building. It’s not just a prerequisite to exterior painting. It’s an important all-around cleaning process that helps bring new life back to old home exteriors.
However, the process is especially important prior to exterior painting. That’s true in part because dirt and mildew prevent paint from adhering well. What’s more, the presence of mold can eventually cause bubbling in the new paint.
What happens when we pressure wash your Seattle home? First, we apply a solution of water and low-concentration bleach to the exterior. We then wash this solution off with a stream of water that’s under high pressure.
This not only gets rid of the bleach solution. It removes all the dirt, mold, and mildew clinging to your home’s exterior.
The end result? A clean surface that’s ready for paint. As a bonus, you’re supporting an important aspect of exterior care and maintenance.
Why You Need Professional Pressure Washers
Pressure washing the exterior of your home might seem pretty straightforward. However, it’s something most greater Seattle residents don’t have the capacity to do themselves.
Why? Knowing what not to wash is just as important as knowing what to wash and how. That’s where Amsberry Painting’s experience and precision come in.
“Pressure washing, in general, happens on a really individualized basis,” says Dane, the head of our Pressure Wash Team. “If a house has pine on the exterior, for example, we can’t get that wet for any length of time.
“If water beads on that wood, it will leave a dark spot that we can never get rid of. When there’s wood of any kind involved, we always err on the side of careful.”
In other words, the details matter, and small mistakes can have significant consequences. Awareness of the potential issues is critical to keeping your home protected. So is the ability to avoid these issues every single time.
Call On The Greater Seattle Experts At Amsberry
How can you determine if a painting company knows how to pressure wash your home with care? The best indicators are experience and a proven track record of success.
Always ask prospective providers if they specialize in this kind of work. Also, ask them to give you as much detail as possible on how they would do the job at your home.
The answers you receive should give you a good idea if they’re genuinely knowledgeable about their field of work. If they don’t take your home’s specific exterior materials into account, they’re not the company for you.
Want Seattle-area providers you know will follow best practices for exterior pressure washing? You’ll find them at Amsberry Painting. We regularly use this process as part of our painting preparation process.
We also pressure wash driveways, walkways, decks, and outbuildings as stand-alone projects. Ready to schedule your local painting prep or separate project? Just call Amsberry Painting today at (425) 485-7381 for a free estimate. We’re always happy to serve you!