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San Diego House Painting

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...]

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...]

4 Quick DIY Home Improvement Ideas for the Summer in San Diego

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This summer you may have a bit of extra time on your hands. You may also want to just update the interior or exterior of your San Diego home. Summer is the perfect time to make some simple improvements to your home. Look around your home this summer and see where you can make some improvements, then consider the following 4 quick home improvement ideas that you can complete this season. Paint the Walls One of the most inexpensive DIY projects that you can complete involves painting your walls. … [Read more...]

How to Use Paint to Help Sell Your San Diego Home

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The San Diego real estate market has been hot for several years now. A home seller who puts their house on the market with even a remotely reasonable price tag can expect to receive multiple offers in a matter of a day or two. Out of desperation, prospective buyers have been putting in offers and getting into bidding wars on houses in all types of conditions. But this won’t always be the case and some real estate experts are predicting that the market will start to turn in the buyer’s favor … [Read more...]

Here’s How PaintGreen is Taking the Confusion Out of House Painting in San Diego

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Getting your San Diego house painted involves a lot more than just picking out a color and hiring someone to put it on your walls. First of all, what type of paint do you use? There are a ton of options on the market—Low VOC, No VOC, paint with primer, and more. It seems like every brand of paint on the market has multiple options, some with names like “Premium” and “Premium Plus,” not to mention all of the available finishes—everything from flat to high gloss. Painting your home can get really … [Read more...]