Fascia Painting

WHY IS FASCIA PAINTING SO IMPORTANT?

Have you ever wondered if your home would benefit from fascia painting? Do you even know what fascia is or what it does? Many homeowners are unaware of the role their fascia plays. Even fewer remember to clean and paint their fascia. However, this important trim is vital to your homes exterior, and we want to help you make it look its best.

WHAT IN THE WORLD IS FASCIA AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?

Simply put fascia refers to the boards that join the roof to the outer walls of your house. In other words, its a type of exterior trim. Fascia creates a finishing edge, which improves the look of your home.

YES YOU SHOULD PAINT FASCIA

Depending on your home, the fascia may be wood, fiberglass, or aluminum. No matter the type you have, painting your fascia will benefit your home in so many ways, including:

Painting prolongs the life of the fascia boards. Adding a coat of paint an additional barrier from the elements, protecting the fascia from mold, rotting, and wind damage.
Painting improves the curb appeal of your home. The fascia is visible to a passerby and painting it a complementary color will make your home more pleasing to you and others.
Painting the fascia increases your property value. Homebuyers want to purchase a move-in ready property.Even though it may seam like a small improvement, freshly painted fascia makes your home more appealing to buyers.

THE CHALLENGES OF PAINTING FASCIA

Even though fascia seams small and easy to paint, this is not the case. For the amateur painter, fascia painting may pose several challenges. It's not recommended for homeowners to paint this trim without the proper training.

First and foremost, its difficult to reach, especially if you have a multi story home. Meaning you will need to use a ladder to paint this surface. Falling is a risk. Fascia may also require a lot of prep work before you can paint it. Depending on the current condition of your fascia, you may need to power wash, strip, and sand the surface. This takes time, skill, and the right tools. What you though was a simple weekend job can take several more days to finish. But, don't worry-we can do all that for you in no time at all.