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Do I Really Need to Hire a Professional House Painter for My San Diego Home?

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When it comes to home improvement projects, most DIYers think of house painting as a no-brainer. House painting, on the surface (no pun intended), seems pretty straightforward. You can get everything you need at your local big box store and get right to work without even having to watch a YouTube tutorial. So why would someone ever hire a professional house painter? In our experience (and we have a lot of it), a good paint job requires a certain amount of knowledge and training—knowledge … [Read more...]

As an Environmentally Conscious Person, What Should I Be Thinking About When it Comes to House Painting in San Diego?

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First of all, let me applaud your desire to be an environmentally conscious person—the world needs more people like you! You’re asking a great question, and one that has a multi-pronged answer. When most people think of house painting that’s environmentally friendly, they only think about the paint that is being used. And while using Low or No VOC paint is definitely a great way to go, there are several other things to consider when you are looking at San Diego house painting companies that … [Read more...]

What Should I Know Before I Get the Exterior of My San Diego House Painted?

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When many people think about painting the exterior of their San Diego home, they think primarily about the process of paint application. They picture a group of San Diego painting contractors working diligently around the outside of the residence, professionally updating its exterior. However, that is just a portion of the process. If you really want to ensure that you’re happy with the results of your professional painting job, there are certain steps that should be taken before a paint … [Read more...]

Should I Hire a San Diego House Painter Before Putting My House on the Market?

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When you’re getting ready to sell, the last thing you usually want to do is put a bunch of money into a house you won’t be living in much longer. But there are certain improvements that are worth it—and house painting is definitely one of them. According to real estate agents, you are almost guaranteed a return on investment when you have a fresh coat of paint applied. Exterior Painting for San Diego Homes About to Go on the Market If the outside of your home doesn’t look its best, like if you … [Read more...]

What’s the Difference Between Licensed and Unlicensed San Diego House Painters?

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It seems like the topic of licensing has been surfacing more and more frequently lately as it pertains to house painting. This is an important topic that all homeowners should understand, since hiring an unlicensed contractor can have some serious downsides. But first, let’s talk about licensed painting contractors. Licenses are given to home improvement contractors of all specialties by the Contractors State License Board (CSLB). A licensed painting contractor will typically have a C-33 … [Read more...]

I’m a DIYer, But When Should I Call in a Professional San Diego House Painter?

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Being a DIYer is great! You can save a ton of money by doing things yourself rather than paying a professional. Painting your San Diego home is definitely one of those things you can do as a DIY project if you have the time, patience, and the tools to do a good job. Even if you’ve never done it before, painting is something many people can handle—especially if it’s a fairly simple room, like a bedroom. However, there are times when it makes more sense to call in a professional San Diego house … [Read more...]

What Are Some of the Latest House Painting Trends in San Diego?

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Just as fashion and food trends seem to change every year—sometimes every month or season—so too do trends in interior and exterior design. For instance, in 2020 and 2021, homeowners are expected to decorate using more green, sustainable methods. This will enable them to create living spaces that are beautiful, yet better for the environment. But if you’re wondering about paint trends specifically, as house painters and painting contractors who work in the San Diego area, we’ve noticed a … [Read more...]

How Do I Choose the Right San Diego House Painter?

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House painting is a major task. That’s why many of our San Diego homeowners prefer to bring in professional painting contractors to handle this job for them, rather than attempting to do it on their own. Yet, one question that many have is what they can do to choose the best San Diego house painter for their particular job. So, if you’re wondering this very same thing, here are a few factors to consider. Whether They’re Licensed One of the biggest mistakes you can make when choosing a San … [Read more...]

Should I Try to Paint My Kitchen Cabinets Myself or Hire a San Diego Painter?

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Kitchen cabinet painting is a wonderful way to give this room of your San Diego home an entirely new look without having to do a lot of costly renovations. Renovations that also typically leave this area in total chaos for what inevitably turns out to be a longer period of time than what was initially anticipated. Since many homeowners are behind the DIY (do-it-yourself) movement, either as a way to save money or to satisfy their inner, more creative selves, one question that comes up quite … [Read more...]

What’s the Deal with Low VOC Paint and Should I Use it in My San Diego Home?

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For my first installment of “Ask the Paint Pro” I wanted to address a question that I get a lot as a residential painter who is concerned about our environment: What’s the deal with Low VOC paint? The terms Low VOC and No VOC are much more well-known than they were just five or ten years ago, but there is still some confusion about what they are. People generally know that this type of paint is better for the environment than traditional paint, but aren’t sure why. In addition, there is lots … [Read more...]