As the temperatures drop and the winter months approach, it’s crucial to think about how to protect your home from the harsh conditions that come with cold weather. St. Louis homeowners are no strangers to the challenges that winter brings. From freezing rain to heavy snow, the elements can be unforgiving, especially when it comes to untreated wood on your property. If your home has wooden surfaces that are exposed to the weather, now is the time to ensure they are properly sealed and protected.
At Malone Painting, we offer expert exterior painting services to safeguard your home from moisture damage, rot, and pest infestations during the winter months. With our professional sealing and painting services, we’ll help you maintain your home’s beauty and longevity, no matter what winter throws your way. Let’s dive into why exterior painting is essential and how we can help you prepare your home for the season.
Why Winter Exterior Painting is Critical for St. Louis Homes
St. Louis winters can be unpredictable. One day you might experience a crisp, sunny afternoon, and the next, a snowstorm could roll in. This fluctuation between wet and dry conditions, coupled with freezing temperatures, can wreak havoc on exposed wood surfaces. Here are the main reasons why protecting your home’s wood is essential:
Moisture Damage: As snow and ice accumulate on your home’s exterior, water can seep into untreated wood. When temperatures drop, that moisture freezes, causing the wood to expand. This freeze-thaw cycle weakens the wood over time, leading to cracks and splits. Once the wood begins to crack, it becomes more vulnerable to further moisture damage, accelerating the deterioration process.
Wood Rot: Prolonged exposure to moisture creates the perfect environment for wood rot to develop. Rot not only weakens the structural integrity of your home but also leads to costly repairs. By sealing and painting your wood surfaces before winter, you can prevent this damage and extend the life of your home’s exterior.
Pest Infestations: Untreated wood is a magnet for pests like termites and carpenter ants. During the winter months, these pests seek shelter in warm, moist environments, and your untreated wood could be their next target. Properly sealed wood creates a barrier that keeps pests out and prevents costly infestations.
Aesthetic Appeal: In addition to the functional benefits, sealing and painting your wood surfaces help maintain your home’s curb appeal. Freshly painted wood looks clean and polished, adding to your property’s overall value. Winter protection ensures that your home continues to look its best, even during the harshest months.
Our Seven Step Process
At Malone Painting, we understand the unique challenges that St. Louis homeowners face when it comes to protecting their homes from winter weather. Our Seven Step Process for exterior painting ensures your home is safeguarded from moisture, rot, and pests, and looks fantastic all winter long.
1. Protect: We begin by covering all surfaces with drop cloths or plastic to protect against paint spills, accidents, and paint chips. This step ensures that your landscaping, sidewalks, and other areas remain pristine throughout the project.
2. Repair: Next, we address any existing damage by replacing rotten wood and repairing cracks, holes, or gaps using wood filler or epoxy. We believe in delivering a flawless finish, so we make sure all surfaces are structurally sound before moving on.
3. Clean: We then clean the paintable surfaces using a pressure washer or scrub brush with soapy water. This step removes dirt, mildew, and any loose paint, allowing the surfaces to dry completely before we proceed. Clean surfaces are crucial for the paint and sealants to properly adhere.
4. Scrape: Using a paint scraper, we remove any loose, peeling, or flaking paint. This ensures that the new paint will bond securely to the surface, preventing future peeling or chipping.
5. Caulk: We apply exterior caulk to gaps, seams, and joints around windows, doors, and trim. Proper caulking seals these areas, preventing moisture infiltration and adding to your home’s overall insulation and energy efficiency.
6. Prime: Once the wood is prepped, we apply a high-quality exterior wood primer to all bare wood surfaces. Priming is essential for achieving a long-lasting, even finish, and ensures that the final coat of paint adheres properly.
7. Paint: Finally, we apply Sherwin-Williams Emerald Rain Refresh exterior paint to all surfaces. This top-tier paint is designed to withstand the harshest weather conditions, ensuring that your home remains protected and looking its best throughout the winter.
Winter Interior Painting Special Discount
Winter isn’t just about protecting your home’s exterior. As the weather cools down and you spend more time indoors, it’s the perfect opportunity to refresh your interior spaces. A fresh coat of paint can transform your home, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere for the colder months ahead.
To make this winter even more special, we’re offering a limited-time discount on all interior painting projects! Schedule an estimate with Malone Painting now, and you’ll receive a 10% discount on any interior painting project booked for completion between December 2024 to February 2025. This offer is subject to schedule availability, so be sure to book early to secure your spot!
Whether you’re looking to brighten up your living room, add warmth to your bedroom, or refresh your entire home, our team will walk you through the interior painting process from start to finish. We offer color consultations, high-quality finishes, and expert craftsmanship that you can trust.
What Sets Us Apart?
1. Unmatched Customer Experience
From the moment you reach out to us, you'll notice the St. Louis Premier Painting difference. Our friendly and knowledgeable team is dedicated to making your painting project a pleasant and stress-free experience. We listen to your needs, offer expert advice, and work with you every step of the way to ensure your vision becomes a reality.
2. Clear and Consistent Communication
We believe that great communication is the foundation of a successful project. Our team prides itself on excellent communication and coordination, working closely with you to accommodate timelines and schedules. We keep everyone involved informed at every stage, ensuring a hassle-free experience from start to finish.
3. Free Color Consulting
Choosing the right color can be challenging, but we make it easy with our complimentary color consulting service. Our experts work with your clients to select the perfect shades that highlight the best features of their home. This added value not only enhances the property's appeal but also provides peace of mind, knowing that their color choices are professionally guided.
4. We're not done until you're satisfied.
Final Walk Through: At the end of the project, our Production Manager will conduct a final walk through with you to make sure everything is perfect. If you are not 100% satisfied, touch-ups will be scheduled.
3 Year Workmanship Guarantee: Malone Painting guarantees the quality of our work for 3 years (36 months) after the project completion date. This warranty covers peeling, blistering, cracking, flaking, and excessive chalking that occur due to improper application of paint materials under normal wear and tear. We refer to these issues as "Warranted Conditions."
5. Locally Owned St. Louis Painting Company
We are proudly serving the greater St. Louis area. We believe in building trust through transparency. That's why we offer upfront pricing, clear timelines, and a commitment to exceptional service. We treat every home as if it were our own, ensuring a clean and professional experience from start to finish.
Schedule Your Exterior/Interior Painting Today!
Don’t wait until the cold weather hits to protect your home. With Malone Painting’s expert wood protection for exterior and interior painting services, you can ensure your home looks beautiful and is safeguarded from the winter elements. Take advantage of our limited-time 10% discount on interior painting projects by scheduling your estimate today!
📞 Call us at (314) 671-0820 or visit malonepainting.com to learn more and book your project.