Exterior Painting
Exterior Painting Services in Los Lunas, NM
There’s one fact to know when it comes to the exterior painting services of Sammy Vargas Painting LLC: Los Lunas is located at roughly 4,900 feet elevation, and has extremely hot high-desert sun, low humidity and large fluctuations between daytime and nighttime temperatures. The combination causes paint to age more rapidly than in a less harsh climate. Color and seal holding for years not just a season or two; weather resistant, UV stable coatings and proper surface prep ensure your siding, stucco and trim will retain their color and sealing capabilities. Sammy Vargas Painting LLC has a written scope of work prior to the commencement of any job and uses top quality materials appropriate to this climate and is clear about communication if there are weather-related delays such as the onset of a monsoon storm. We also work for homeowners in nearby Albuquerque and Rio Rancho, but the same preparation and application process is used for every project no exceptions for address!
How Los Lunas' Climate Wears Down Exterior Paint
The New Mexico sun isn’t like the sun anywhere else. At this high elevation, UV exposure will significantly shorten the life expectancy of paint for chalking and fading, particularly on south and west facing walls. Throw in summer monsoon storms in July and August, dry winter winds and freeze-thaw cycles in colder months and you’ve got a set of failure points: hairline cracking in stucco, peeling trim and walls around windows, and fading color from sun exposure on walls. All of this is taken into consideration when prepping and painting homes in Los Lunas and not a one-size-fits-all solution.
Reliable Exterior Painting Contractors in Los Lunas, NM
We are exterior painting contractors, which means that our work begins before we even paint. We check for cracks in the stucco, signs of wood rot and moisture damage to the wood trim and fascia and inspect caulking around windows and doors that may have failed. Any repairs are made first, patching up the stucco, replacing the damaged wood, re-caulking gaps, etc. because the paint simply becomes ineffective in a year or two if the problems are not first addressed. Our scope is written so you will know what you are paying for and why; it breaks down the repair work from the painting work.
Interior Painting
Our wall painting service provides a flawless finish that instantly revitalizes your home’s atmosphere and style. We use premium, durable paints to ensure a vibrant look that is safe and easy to maintain over time.
Exterior Painting
Precision trim and surface preparation add the sharp architectural details that make a professional paint job truly stand out. Our team focuses on clean lines and weather-resistant coatings that protect your home and boost curb appeal.
House Painting
Refinishing your siding, doors, and trim is a cost-effective way to update the look of your entire home. We apply specialized, high-durability coatings designed to withstand daily use while maintaining a sleek, professional appearance for years.
Commercial Painting
A great paint job starts with a perfect surface, which is why we include thorough prep and patching as standard. We seamlessly repair cracks and imperfections to ensure your new color applies smoothly across a completely level, clean surface.
What Our Exterior Painting Process Actually Includes
A decent exterior paint isn’t simply a matter of rolling paint on a wall. On a normal Los Lunas project we do the following:
- Pressure washing the entire exterior while removing dirt, chalking paint, and mildew prior to any prep work being done.
- Removing peeling or flaking surfaces by scraping and sanding to a sound surface.
- Use of the correct patching compound to repair cracks in the stucco and treating any wood rot or damaged trim
- Caulk around windows, doors and trim to prevent moisture intrusion
- Two coats of a good exterior acrylic paint (according to the type of siding or stucco)
- Fitting trim, fascia and doors to perfection and then a walkthrough with you before we call it a day!
- Using the appropriate primer for the type of material (masonry primer for stucco; repaired stucco or masonry should be primed with bonding primer for glossy or previously painted trim)
Generally, any such “cheap” exterior paint job has been done without one or more of these steps, which is why it needs to be redone in three years and should have lasted 10.
Skilled Professional Exterior Painters in Los Lunas, NM
Some choices that professional exterior painters make that most homeowners will never encounter: What’s better for a stucco wall versus a wood wall primer before paint or paint over primer? How many coats are required for a truly faded and chalky wall versus a newer wall? How to “lap” paint without showing where two sections meet, especially when on a large wall facing direct sunlight and drying too quickly to match up? Our crews modify the approach according to the surface and conditions on the day of the work (for instance, painting on a hot summer day in Los Lunas will involve working in sections and ensuring that coats are not applied during direct sunlight to avoid roller marks occurring from the paint drying too quickly).
Choosing the Right Exterior Paint for Stucco, Siding, and Trim
It is not necessary to use the same product for all exterior surfaces. Most homes in this area have stucco on the exterior which will benefit from a good quality acrylic exterior paint or an elastomeric paint which can stretch a little with the stucco and will help to prevent hairline cracks from developing. Distinct, tougher coatings such as satin or semi-gloss acrylic are typically required for wood trim, fascia and doors as they will be exposed to moisture and more direct use over time. We don’t use paint lines just because they are the cheapest at the time – we use professional grade exterior paint lines that have been tried and proven over the years, such as Sherwin-Williams Duration exterior paint, and Dunn-Edwards exterior acrylic paint – lines that are proven to resist the sun’s UV rays in our area.
Complete Exterior House Painting in Los Lunas, NM
Full exterior house painting is more than just painting the exterior walls of the house. A simple repaint might not involve fascia boards, soffits, garage doors, exterior door frames, even metal railings or gutters, but they weather just like everything else and are very noticeable if they are not painted. Since we scope the entire exterior home as one project, trim and accent surfaces are matched on purpose to your home’s color scheme rather than as an afterthought.
Signs Your Los Lunas Home's Exterior Needs Repainting
Most people delay repainting, primarily because the signs and symptoms do not appear immediately. If the paint leaves chalky residue on your hand when you touch it, the UV protection has failed in the paint. If the stucco is cracked or blistered, paint is peeling around window and door frames and there is color fading that is noticeable when compared to an area of the same wall that has not been exposed to the sun, it’s time to consider replacing the exterior coating. The average life span for repainting a home in this climate is 7 to 10 years, but south and west walls that receive intense sunlight may wear out earlier.
Dependable Residential Exterior Painting in Los Lunas, NM
There are associated logistics with residential exterior painting such as the sprinkler systems that must be turned off while the exterior is being painted and dried, outdoor furniture and landscape that must be covered and pets or children using the yard while the job is in progress. We plan for it all plants and hardscaping, irrigation schedules, and safety and accessibility of your yard during the project.
Schedule Your Free Exterior Painting Estimate in Los Lunas, NM
When you notice chalking, fading or cracked stucco and peeling trim on your home’s exterior, it’s time to jump on the problem before the New Mexico sun gets the better of it. Los Lunas, NM homeowners can get a free exterior painting quote from Sammy Vargas Painting LLC. We will be visiting with you and highlighting any repair requirements and provide you with a clear written estimate for the job, no “ballpark” estimates by the square. Contact Sammy Vargas Painting LLC today and complete the online contact form to schedule your exterior painting project with a painting crew that gets the job right the first time.