Specialty Surfaces and Substrate Preparation
The finish is only as good as the surface underneath it.
Preparation services
- Pressure washing and power washing
- Surface cleaning
- Mold and mildew treatment
- Wallpaper removal
- Stucco crack repair and masonry preparation
- Surface repairs and wood filler applications
- Patching holes and cracks, caulking gaps
- Scraping loose or peeling paint, sanding, and priming
- Treatment for moisture, water exposure, and dry rot
- Protection of floors, furniture, fixtures, and surroundings
Priced to the job, not a template.
Preparation is priced by the size and condition of the surfaces and the type of work needed. When it is part of a larger painting project it is usually folded into that estimate. We assess it and give you a written price at no cost.
Common questions.
Do you pressure wash as a standalone service?
Yes. Pressure washing, power washing and surface cleaning can be done on their own or as the first step of a painting project.
Can you deal with mold or water damaged wood?
We treat mold and mildew and address issues caused by moisture, water exposure, and dry rot before a finish goes on.
Why does preparation cost anything if you are painting anyway?
The preparation is what decides whether the finish lasts. Rushing it is the most common reason a paint job fails early.
Do you prepare decks and previously stained wood?
Yes. Decks, previously stained or painted wood, and other challenging substrates are part of what we prepare regularly.