Exterior Painting Blog
Practical advice for DFW homeowners — costs, prep, warranties, and how to make smart decisions about your home's exterior.
4 articles published. More coming soon — click any gold-bordered post to read the full article.
How Do I Know When My House Needs Repainting?
Most homeowners wait too long. Here are the specific warning signs — from chalking and fading to cracked caulk and moisture damage — that tell you it's time to call a painter before the damage gets expensive.
Read article →How Much Does It Cost to Paint a House Exterior in 2026?
Pricing ranges for DFW homes in 2026 — what drives the cost up, what drives it down, and how to evaluate a quote so you're not comparing apples to oranges. Includes real numbers for Plano, McKinney, Frisco & Allen.
How to Choose an Exterior Painting Contractor (Without Getting Burned)
What to ask before you hire, what red flags to walk away from, and what a legitimate contractor should be able to show you before any work begins. Written for DFW homeowners who've heard the horror stories.
What's the Best Exterior Paint for Texas Heat?
Not all exterior paints handle North Texas summers the same way. A breakdown of how Sherwin-Williams Emerald, Duration, and SuperPaint perform under extreme UV exposure and temperature swings — and why the prep underneath matters more than the paint on top.
Why Is My Exterior Paint Peeling? (And How to Fix It)
Peeling paint is almost never a paint problem — it's a prep problem. The most common causes: moisture intrusion, failed caulk, no primer, and painting over dirty or chalking surfaces. Here's how to diagnose it and what to do about it.
Annual Exterior Maintenance Checklist for North Texas Homeowners
A seasonal walkthrough of what to inspect, what to clean, and what to address before small problems become expensive repairs. Specific to DFW's climate — hot summers, mild winters, and humidity that surprises people who moved here from the Southwest.
What Is Exterior Caulking and Why Does It Matter So Much?
Caulk is the most underappreciated part of any exterior paint job. When it fails — and standard caulk fails fast in Texas heat — water gets behind your siding and starts rotting wood. Here's what to look for and why elastomeric sealant is worth the upgrade.
Should I Paint My House Before Selling? What DFW Agents Say
Fresh exterior paint is consistently one of the highest-ROI presale improvements you can make. Here's when it makes sense, when it doesn't, what package to choose for a presale job, and how to time it with your listing.
Read article →Can You Paint Over Peeling Paint? (Short Answer: No)
Yes, it's possible. No, you shouldn't. Painting over peeling paint without proper prep is how you get another peeling paint job in two years instead of one that lasts five. What actually needs to happen before new paint goes on.
What's the Best Time of Year to Paint Your House Exterior in Texas?
The answer is more nuanced than "not summer." Temperature, humidity, and surface temperature all matter — and in North Texas, the best windows are often spring and fall. Here's how to time your project for the best results and longest-lasting finish.
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Have a question not covered here? Call or text Dylan directly — he's happy to talk through your project before you commit to anything.