Put Pressure Washing on Your Springtime “To-Do” List

Pressure WashingThere are plenty of seasoned homeowners out there who have their homes pressure washed on an annual basis. They have recognized the amazing results this quick and cost-effective procedure delivers. In addition to cleaning up a home’s exterior, pressure washing can make decks, porches, patios, walkways, and driveways look like new!

Many homeowners put off having their residences professionally pressure washed because they are afraid that doing so will cause the paint to pop off here and there. They worry that in turn; they may have to paint the entire place. In fact, we have had customers who contracted us for pressure washing in anticipation that afterwards, their home would be in need of an exterior paint job. Imagine their delight when after the Colour Solutions team washed away a year’s worth of dirt and mildew, the existing paint looked great!

Another reason we are such fans of pressure washing is that it is handy for a number of applications. Did you know that a variety of things can be transformed with a little pressure washing? It could be that your entire exterior is ok, but other areas around your home could benefit from the expertise of our pressure washing crew. Consider these smaller jobs that may be on your “to-do” list already:

  • Fences and gates – Exposed to the elements, they take a beating and are not the easiest things to clean, until you call Colour Solutions’ pressure washing team!
  • Porch ceiling s- These tend to gather cobwebs, mildew, and dust. Who wants to look at that all spring and summer?
  • Patio/deck furniture – Oh yes we can and what a difference you’ll see!
  • Front steps/stoops/deck steps – Because steps and stoops are also exposed directly to the elements, they can get filthy in a hurry. Excessive moisture can contribute to the growth of mildew and sometimes moss, which are very slippery and dangerous when wet. Why not let us blast it away?
  • Foundations – When the foundation is not looking its best, it casts a dreary shadow on the entire home. Pressure washing is the perfect solution for every type of foundation out there, including, brick, stone, wood, and stucco.
  • Garage floors – What a difference pressure washing can make in one of the home’s heaviest/dirtiest traffic areas (See: Tired of your Garage Floors? Colour Solutions Can Help!)

We like to think that no job is too big or too small. As part of your spring cleaning, please give your home the critical eye and decide if a visit from the Colour Solutions pressure washing crew is in order! Just give us a call for a free estimate: 910-686-3067!

It’s Time to Wash Winter Grime Away!

Spring Cleaning ServicesSpring is here at last! We certainly had more than our usual share of frozen precipitation, high winds, and bone-chilling temps during this past winter. Did you know that aside from hurricane season, winter weather is likely the hardest on a home’s exterior?  Here are just some of the reasons why this is the case:

  • Excessive moisture may cause mold, mildew, and rot.
  • A home’s siding, trim, and foundation can suffer from too much moisture.
  • The freeze/thaw cycle causes expansion and contraction of numerous building components and an increased amount of wear and tear.
  • Wind gusts of 20mph + (we had plenty of those!) wreak havoc on the roof and fill gutters with debris at an accelerated rate.

If the north wind and Jack Frost left you with a mess, the Colour Solutions team is at your service. In addition to professional painting services, our talented crew handles a variety of other jobs. Here are a few “spring cleaning” tasks that we are happy to take care of:

  • Gutter cleaning – Are your gutters full of leaves, pine cones, and small sticks? They cannot possibly be effective until they are thoroughly cleaned out.
  • Small carpentry jobs – Do you have warped planks on the deck, loose trim, or missing pieces of siding? Perhaps you have discovered a little wood rot or moisture damage? The time to address such issues is now before they lead to bigger headaches.
  • Fence cleaning and painting  -Is your once lovely fence stained or showing signs of mildew? We can restore it back to fresh and new!
  • Pressure washing – Whether your home is dingy from months of yucky weather or it’s time for an exterior paint job, nothing does the trick like pressure washing!
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Of course you had rather be spending these gorgeous spring days in the garden, at the park, at the beach, or on the golf course. Guess what? There’s plenty of time for doing the things you enjoy most when you allow Colour Solutions to handle the big jobs!

We are a quick phone call away: 910-686-3067

Paint Those Winter Blues Away and Get a Jump on Spring!

Interior Painting for a Fresh Look this SpringThe winter weather of 2014 has been tough for much of the country. It’s no secret that millions of us are excitedly counting the days when spring and warmer temps finally come our way. Rather than huddle inside by the fire, why not get ahead and perk up your home with some fresh paint? That way, when those gorgeous days finally do arrive, you’ll be able to enjoy them completely!

Perhaps you’re ready to change the color of your kitchen, family room, or want to redo a bathroom? Dollar for dollar, paint is hands down the most cost effective way to update your home. And what’s even better is that today’s low VOC paints make it easier and safer to tackle indoor painting jobs.  Just like with clothing styles, there are new spring collections for paint colors. We’d love to show you what’s new for 2014!

When you schedule an appointment, you can meet with our experienced staff members who will be happy to guide you to choices for your next painting project. Here’s a quick list of some of our most requested winter time projects:

  • Pressure Washing – It’s the perfect way to prepare a home’s exterior for a fresh springtime paint job.
  • Garage Floor Coatings – Has this winter destroyed your garage floor? A new coating will make it like new again!
  • Wallpaper Removal – Are you ready for a new look, but just can not get the old wall paper off the walls? Leave that messy job to us! We also handle drywall repair.
  • Cabinet Refinishing – If your kitchen or bathroom cabinets are dark and dated, you may be interested in finding out how easy it is to have us refinish them. Simply call one of our team members for an estimate.
  • Faux Finishes – Are you intrigued by some of the specialty finishes or interesting paint jobs you’ve seen on the home and decorating programs? From faux finishes to the new ombre, we can help!

Spring is truly just around the corner and let’s face it, there is so much more to enjoy when your home is freshly painted and in an excellent state of repair. Find out all the ways we can help you get the most from your spring and summer with a call to Colour Solutions at 910-686-3067.

Winter Home Maintenance Checklist

House in Winter, Wilmington NCHarsh winter weather can be tough on a house. That is why routine maintenance during this time of year is critical. Not only can a few simple tasks keep your home looking its best, paying attention to certain details can also save you a bundle on future maintenance and your electric bill.

Please use the following checklist as a handy guide for wintertime “to-do’s”…

  • Either do a thorough inspection of your home’s exterior, or pay a professional to do it. The goal is to assure that the home’s roof and gutter system, windows and doors are all in excellent working order. The old-fashioned, yet tried and true method of testing window and door seals is to hold a lit candle inside the home near window or door seams. If it flickers quite a bit, that means cold air from the outside is rushing in!
  • Replacing the caulking and weather stripping around windows and doors makes a huge difference in how well they function. Because over time, building materials expand and contract with changes in temperature and moisture, caulk and weather stripping can pull away from the areas they were applied to. Caulk that has past its prime also tends to harden and become brittle.
  • The professional team from Colour Solutions will be happy to inspect your windows and doors to see it it’s time to replace the old caulk or weather stripping. Based on your home’s construction materials, they will also be able to recommend which products will be best for the job.
  • After new caulking is applied, there’s nothing to seal it in place better than a fresh coat of paint!
  • Sometimes caulking and weather stripping are just not enough. If advised, replace old or inefficient doors and windows with new EnergyStar approved ones. When doors and windows are not effectively blocking the cold air out and keeping the warm air in, it is challenging for your HVAC system to work properly. Failing to address such issues will likely result in higher than normal heating bills.

If you’d like to learn more about how our services can help your home be more energy efficient and looking its best, please give us a call at 910-686-3067.

It’s Time For Spring Cleaning in Wilmington, NC

Home exterior - spring cleaning.Spring flowers bring pollen…and lots of it. This is a great time of year to schedule pressure washing for your home with Color Solutions, and get your home looking its best. In addition to that yellow film of pollen, pressure washing will remove dirt, mildew, and other grime from your home’s siding, windows, decks, and porches.

Pressure washing doesn’t just improve the look of your home, it protects the siding and finish by clearing away mildew that can cause serious damage if left year after year. Your paint or siding will last longer when regularly cleaned. Other items looking a little grungy after winter? Ask about pressure washing fencing, outdoor furniture, or planters.

Are your gutters filled with live oak leaves, pine straw, pine cones, or other debris? Let Colour Solutions clean them out so the water can flow freely and drain where intended during the Spring and Summer storm season. Gutter cleaning will keep your home cleaner and benefit your landscaping which can suffer when rain runs off in unexpected areas.

Other candidates for Colour Solutions Spring Cleaning List include:

Concrete Cleaning – Removes dirt and stains from driveways, sidewalks, and other concrete areas.

Interior Painting – Touch up scuffs and marks on walls, or bring new life to a room with a full repaint.

Deck Refinishing – Be ready for summer cookouts with a newly refinished deck.

Give us a call at 910-686-3067 or request a free estimate online.