Winter weather can take its toll on any home or business’s exterior paintwork, particularly in Asheville and Western North Carolina where temperatures, rain, and occasional snowfall can have a major effect. If your property was affected by Hurricane Helene during the fall, signs of wear-and-tear may already be evident and touch-ups or full repainting should be scheduled this spring in order to restore appearances while protecting from further damages.
How Winter Weather Affects Exterior Paint
The winter months in Asheville, NC bring an assortment of weather conditions that can have an adverse impact on the exterior of your property:
- Temperature Fluctuations: When temperatures oscillate between freezing at night and warmer during the day (we know this all too well in the mountains!), exterior paint expands and contracts causing cracking, peeling and bubbling; especially if its older.
- Moisture Exposure: Rain, frost and even snow contribute to moisture seeping into wood, stucco or other exterior materials over time, which weakens their bonds with paint, ultimately leading to peeling or blistering of its finish coats.
- UV Damage: Even during winter sunlight may seem milder, its UV rays still degrade paint over time, causing it to fade and chalk over time.
- Debris from Storm Damage: If Hurricane Helene affected your property, debris may have come down upon its exterior surface and scratched, chipped, or gouged through its paint surface causing scratches, chips or gouges in its paint finish. There may even be indications of gouged-in paint patches.
Exterior Paint Touch-Up Signs
Not sure if your property’s exterior paint needs touchups? Here are some indicators in the winter months:
- Cracked or Peeling Paint: One of the telltale signs that an exterior coat has been compromised by weather or age is cracking or peeling paint.
- Faded or Dull Colors: If your building’s colors have become less vibrant over time, perhaps now is an opportune time for fresh coat of paint to come into play.
- Chipped Paint: Chips often indicate that paint has come loose from its adhesion and could lead to further damage.
- Mold or Mildew Growth: Moist conditions can result in mold or mildew growth on painted surfaces in places without direct sunlight, particularly areas that don’t see much direct light.
- Water Stains or Bubbling: Water stains or bubbling paint are telltale signs that moisture has infiltrated beneath it and has penetrated underneath, potentially leading to further structural damage if ignored.
Why Plan Spring Touch-Ups Now?
Spring is the ideal time of year to address exterior paint damage caused by winter weather. Milder temperatures and lower humidity conditions create ideal painting conditions, ensuring your new coat adheres properly for years. By planning ahead with DAB Painting, your trusted Asheville painters, you can secure your slot on our schedule before the busy season kicks in!
Hurricane Helene victims will benefit from special discounts at DAB Painting; our team of specialists understand the difficulties our community is currently experiencing and are still offering discounted services to restore homes or businesses damaged by this devastating storm. Whether the paint on your property was chipped, scratched, or completely dispersed we are here to restore it back to its former beauty.
Plan Your Spring Painting Project Now
Winter may still be here, but now is an opportune time to start planning for your exterior painting needs this spring. If your property was affected by Hurricane Helene or signs of wear and tear have surfaced, reach out to DAB Painting today – take advantage of their discounted services for storm-impacted properties to make sure that it shines this spring.
Contact DAB Painting for your complimentary consultation, and let us help protect and beautify your property no matter what winter may bring!
