What the work should include
We review the siding material, existing finish and access around the house. Preparation may include cleaning, removal of unsound paint, localized repairs and compatible primer. The estimate should distinguish paint preparation from replacement of damaged siding and identify which elevations and trim surfaces are included.
Choices to make before work starts
Choose a coating appropriate for the actual substrate and test colors beside the roof and fixed masonry. Do not treat every siding material as interchangeable. Product instructions and surface readiness guide application, while any unresolved moisture source needs separate attention.
What affects the estimate and schedule
Height, landscaping, coating failure and repair quantities influence cost. Send each elevation, close-ups of peeling areas and any information about the existing siding.
Helpful project information
- Photos of all elevations and upper-level access
- Close-ups of failing coatings and damaged material
- Surfaces to retain and surfaces to repaint
A question about this work
Does repainting include replacing damaged siding?
Only where it is listed in the scope. Repairs and painting should be defined together, but replacement quantities cannot always be confirmed from distant photos.