How to Properly Paint and Maintain Multi-Level Building Exteriors
Commercial exterior paint can sometimes be a difficult undertaking for paint companies. More so than residential jobs, commercial painting must uphold the standards and aesthetic of the business or businesses within the commercial building.
Commercial exterior painting jobs must also be completed more frequently to maintain a pristine exterior in a building that may be more highly trafficked than a residential building and therefore may suffer greater daily wear and tear.
If you own or manage a commercial building, it is important to know the difference between caring for a residential building and a commercial one. Care for a commercial building can be even further complicated when there are multiple levels of the building to consider.
With tips and tricks from ELCO Painting , you can properly paint and maintain multi-level building exteriors for years to come. Here is what you need to know.
Frequency of Maintenance
Buildings with multiple levels are at greater risk for damage due to exposure from the elements simply because of their height. While shorter buildings may enjoy coverage from trees or other taller buildings, multi-level buildings lack the protection these can provide.
Multi-level buildings require a lot more maintenance than smaller buildings and should be repainted with greater frequency to maintain a high-quality aesthetic.
It is always important to consult with your painting professional to determine precisely when your exterior should be repainted to uphold the standard of your building. Waiting too long to repaint a multi-level building can result in a shabby-looking surface that deters potential customers and clients.
Frequent maintenance services like abrasive cleaning and repainting from a painting company can deter grime build-up on your multi-level building and keep your buildings looking pristine.
Choosing Paint
With a multi-level building, the exterior paint is much more susceptible to damage from the elements. Especially in New England, exposure to harsh weather conditions can spell disaster for exterior paint.
It can be tempting to choose a cheaper, low-quality paint for a multi-level building in an effort to reduce costs. In the case of a multi-level building, cutting corners can lead to much larger expenses down the line.
If you have a multi-level building, you don’t have to sacrifice quality to find the right paint for your needs. The experts at ELCO Painting can evaluate your building and help you choose the best exterior paint for your needs that can withstand UV rays, wind, snow, sleet, and anything else that Mother Nature may throw at your building.
Choosing a reliable exterior paint the first time can reduce the need for retouching and keep your multi-level building’s exterior looking good for years to come.
Contact ELCO Painting Today!
Painting and maintaining a multi-level building involves a lot more than just a coat of paint every few years. If you need sandblasting services , house painting, or any service in between, ELCO Painting is the painting contractor for you.
Whether you need to make major changes or take care of cleaning issues like mold on your siding, ELCO Painting is ready to meet your property’s unique needs.
We offer home painting services and services for commercial, residential, and industrial buildings. We have the tools and professionals to get the job done. Check us out online or call us today at 401-329-0910 to experience the ELCO difference!
