{"id":178,"date":"2017-10-08T09:17:26","date_gmt":"2017-10-08T09:17:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kingpainting.com.au\/blog\/?p=178"},"modified":"2018-04-18T10:37:29","modified_gmt":"2018-04-18T10:37:29","slug":"is-deferred-maintenance-the-best-decision","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kingpainting.com.au\/blog\/is-deferred-maintenance-the-best-decision\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Maintenance the Best Decision?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are so many costs involved in maintaining the exterior of a home or strata property, from large restorations to small beautification projects. \u00a0Many times, a property owner or\u00a0body corporte\u00a0will assess the need for improving the paint job, only to decide it should be postponed to a later date, often due to budget limitations. \u00a0This may seem like the obvious choice, but usually it ends up having the opposite outcome, becoming a more expensive undertaking. \u00a0Here are a few things to keep in mind if you\u2019re considering deferring maintenance:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Surfaces that are exposed to the outdoors require more preparation prior to painting. \u00a0Walls become caked with built up dirt and grime, and damage begins to develop. \u00a0Wood areas can rot or become mildew, while areas that are stucco or painted may peel or crack. \u00a0These effects of exposure will require additional repair, and due to the compromised surface, they will need additional preparation to protect from further damage. \u00a0Even the most experienced crew must take care in taking these extra steps, performing additional power washing, scraping, and sanding, as well as patching or filling cracks and holes. This will cost you time and money.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s not unusual for a paint project to be put off year after year, since many people consider it a solely cosmetic service. \u00a0However, painting an exterior surface provides a level of protection that may lengthen the life of that surface. \u00a0We\u2019ve seen over and over again that when surfaces are neglected for long periods of time without new coats of paint, they are damaged beyond repair. \u00a0In these cases, your simple paint job becomes a replacement job first, which can be quite expensive, as your cost of labour and materials will increase substantially.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lastly, having a home that visibly needs an update but does not receive one will decrease the value of the property. One of the best and simplest ways to improve the worth of your house or strata is to paint the exterior. \u00a0Curb appeal is a self-explanatory phrase. \u00a0You want your home to look welcoming and cared for. \u00a0Most realtors suggest a fresh coat of paint as one of the best ways to increase ROI if you\u2019re looking to sell, and if you\u2019re in the market for a new place, you aren\u2019t likely to consider those properties that haven\u2019t been kept up for a while.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So what can you do to avoid these costly paint jobs on your neglected property? \u00a0How can you save money in the long run? \u00a0A simple solution is to implement a regular inspection and maintenance schedule after you have the home painted. \u00a0This is the best way to protect your investment and keep your house looking new and inviting. \u00a0\u00a0At King Painting, our maintenance program ensures that skilled, professional painters examine your paint job regularly for damage or other maintenance needs. \u00a0If grime or dirt have accumulated on the surface, they will pressure wash it to clean it up. \u00a0If areas that receive exposure to the elements begin to deteriorate, they will address those spots by performing paint touch ups or small repairs. \u00a0Let us lengthen the life of your property and save you money in the process. \u00a0Contact us for more information.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>\u00a9 Copyright 2017 King Painting Specialists Pty Ltd.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There are so many costs involved in maintaining the exterior of a home or strata property, from large restorations to small beautification projects. \u00a0Many times, a property owner or\u00a0body corporte\u00a0will assess the need for improving the paint job, only to decide it should be postponed to a later date, often due to budget limitations. \u00a0This may seem like the obvious choice, but usually it ends up having the opposite outcome, becoming a more expensive undertaking. \u00a0Here are a few things to keep in mind if you\u2019re considering deferring maintenance: Surfaces that are exposed to the outdoors require more preparation prior to painting. \u00a0Walls become caked with built up dirt and grime, and damage begins to develop. \u00a0Wood areas can rot or become mildew, while areas that are stucco or painted may peel or crack. \u00a0These effects of exposure will require..<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":181,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[8],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-178","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-commercial-painting"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.9 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Is Maintenance the Best Decision? 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