Getting the perfect look for your home isn’t always easy. After investing in a quality exterior paint, it’s hard to imagine repainting in just a few years. While a high-quality paint can last a long time, those wanting a lot of curb appeal are going to have to repaint every five years on average. Here are just a few reasons why you would need to repaint your exterior.

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Repainting a home can be a fun, exciting experience. In just a few hours of work, you can completely transform the look of your home. Whether you are wanting to upgrade the color scheme of your home a little bit or you just need to add a new top coat, we are here to help.  Contact us today to learn how we can help make your paint job a little easier.

Painting your home’s interior or exterior does so much more than simply enhance its appearance. A professionally applied coat of paint has many valuable benefits, such as the following:

• Budget-Friendly Remodeling – Most dramatic home renovations cost tens of thousands of dollars, but painting is a low-cost way to breathe new life into your living spaces.
• Lasting Protection – In the crazy Charlottesville, Virginia weather, your home’s outside walls have to deal with a lot of moisture and strong forces. High-quality, protective paint can actually make these surfaces last longer. Likewise, painted walls inside help the house withstand wear and tear over time.
• Improved Curb Appeal & Resale Value – Clean, attractive paint both on the inside and outside of your home can attract more prospective buyers. You may even find that your house increases in value!
• Dirt & Dust Are Minimized – Plaster wall inside the house can accumulate dust and dirt over time. New paint keeps these surfaces from becoming and looking grimy.

Is it time to repaint your home?  Contact us today for a FREE ESTIMATE - we'd love to hear from you!

Roberto Becerra
​Owner, RB Painting Company

The green stuff on your siding is more than an eyesore. It is actually airborne algae that can cause long-term damage to the surface. While it is not uncommon to see homes with an accumulation of green stuff, it is important to take care of it in a timely fashion.

In this post, we cover what this green stuff is, how it got there, where it is typically found on a home, and how to remove it. We hope this provides proper insight for you to make educated decisions in removing the green stuff and keeping your home protected going forward.
I have green stuff on my siding. What now?While the appearance of algae on your siding is not a good thing, there is no reason to panic. Following these steps will help you get rid of it quickly and effectively:

1. Assess the problem areas and the severity of the algae staining
2. Research professional power washing companies and the processes they use
3. For the safety of your siding, hire a reputable company that uses a soft wash method

Having the siding professionally cleaned with a soft wash method is the safest, most effective route to take. An application of specialized cleansers is used to eliminate the algae growth on your siding. After the cleansers have a moment to set, water is widely distributed on the siding to remove all algae safely and efficiently.

What happens if I leave the algae alone?Truthfully, algae will not structurally harm the surface of your siding. It can, however, leave stains behind that embed themselves into the siding even after being washed. When these stains are embedded into the siding, they become a part of your siding rather than a stain. Embedded stains can be very difficult, if not impossible, to remove without structurally or aesthetically damaging your siding. The best way to prevent this from happening is to frequently maintain your home.

Where did the algae come from?It is difficult to pinpoint the point of origin of airborne algae as it varies from region to region. One cause of algal blooms in Lake Erie, for example, is sewage and agricultural runoff washing into the lake and forming this buildup. While algae blooms happen naturally, this pollution allows the algae to feed and grow. Once that alga is airborne, it can attach to dirt on siding and surfaces to feed on.

Where is green stuff typically found on a home?In most cases, algae is found on the north side of your home. One reason for this is that the north side of your home gets less sunlight than the other sides. Algae and mold form more easily in darker conditions and moisture. If untreated, additional dirt can make its way to your siding that algae can feed on, causing it to widen its coverage.

How do I keep algae off my siding for good?The best way to keep your siding protected from algae growth is to get it washed on a yearly basis. Leaving algae on the home can cause the stains to embed themselves, and the algae will make its way back over time after an initial wash. By having the house washed annually, you will be able to keep your largest investment looking great and protected from algae growth.
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Algae removal and preventative maintenance are synonymous with Perfect Power Wash. We have been helping homeowners and business owners throughout Northeast Ohio keep their properties clean for the past 20 years. Whether it is algae, mold, mildew, or any general surface contaminant, our soft wash process coupled with specialized cleansers is designed specifically to kill these on-site. If you would like to learn more, read all about our house wash, roof treatment, and our other exterior house maintenance service. If you would like a free estimate, simply click the button below!

Did you know that in addition to painting properties throughout Charlottesville, we also offer pressure washing services?  Although this isn't one of our core service offerings, it often makes up part of many projects to prep and refinish living areas.  We've been pressure washing properties for the past 20 years so rest assured that we are experts.  

Below are 5 benefits to pressure washing your property:

1. Improve your building's curb appeal 
2. Prevent repairs 
3. Clean associated spaces 
4. Protect against injury and promote health
5. Get rid of graffiti 

We would love to come out and give a free estimate to power wash your building/parking lot/living area/etc.  Contact us today for a quote and we will get back to you ASAP!

Roberto Becerra
​Owner, RB Painting Company