Is It Okay To Paint Outdoors in the Fall? You Might Be Surprised!

Posted on August 25, 2019 by agwilliamspainting

Is fall catching you by surprise this year? It seems like just a week or two ago the days were finally starting to get a little longer, and now we’re being bombarded by pumpkin spice… everything. Fall is here, and there’s no denying it. If you’re wishing you had more time to squeeze in your

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How Can You Prepare Your Exterior Paint for Winter?

Posted on August 24, 2017 by agwilliamspainting

First of all, why bring up winter now? You’re probably trying to enjoy the last bit of summer, maybe squeezing in a vacation, trip to the beach, or soaking up a little extra sunshine before the fall season kicks in. Well, we’re definitely not rushing summer, but painting and home maintenance is most successful when

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7 Benefits of Hiring a Professional to Meet Your Exterior House Painting Needs

Posted on April 28, 2017 by agwilliamspainting

Over the years, we’ve observed that homeowners typically fall into one of two camps when it comes to exterior house painting. One camp says, “There’s no way I would try to paint my own house. I don’t have the time, equipment, tools, or any desire to get sunburned for half a summer on a stepladder.”

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Why Is Quality Exterior Paint Vital for Your House Painting Project?

Posted on April 7, 2017 by agwilliamspainting

We recently wrote an article that outlines the importance of investing in a reputable, higher-end painting company, even if theirs isn’t the cheapest estimate in the pile. Analyzing cost versus value makes it clear that the benefits of a job well done offsets a higher price tag, and then some. In case you missed it,

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Which Is the Better Painting Technique: Brush-and-Roll or Spraying?

Posted on March 17, 2017 by agwilliamspainting

Yes. That’s the short answer, but we’re guessing you’d like a little more elaboration to make your click worthwhile (we don’t blame you). What we mean by our rather cryptic “yes” is that each technique has its merit, and which technique you choose needs to be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Some painters are 100%

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Cost vs. Value – What’s Hiding Behind Your Cheap Exterior Painting Estimate?

Posted on February 28, 2017 by agwilliamspainting

Sometimes cheap is good! A great sale on a TV might pop up, a holiday weekend special on appliances, or a vintage item you find at a garage sale that perfectly tops off your eclectic style. In other cases, however, cheap is not good. In fact, it can be risky, and even dangerous. The price

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6 Practical Tips for Ladder Safety This Fall

Posted on August 31, 2016 by agwilliamspainting

Don’t look now, but fall is coming! This means that in no time at all you might get the urge to wrap up a little exterior painting before the snow flies, pull leaves out of the gutters, or maybe hang those lights you’re famous for along the porch roof. And, there’s also a good chance

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Creative Ways to Add a Little Extra Color to Your Home’s Exterior

Posted on April 30, 2016 by agwilliamspainting

Exterior painting is certainly important because of the protection and value it offers, but it’s also an awesome opportunity for simply having fun. This is a chance to make your home your own, and let your personality shine through the little details you can add. If you’re planning an exterior painting project this spring or

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How Often Should You Paint Your Homeâ€™s Exterior?

Posted on March 29, 2016 by agwilliamspainting

How do you know when it’s time to paint your home’s exterior? The automatic answer might be: “When my home obviously needs it.” This makes sense since painting is certainly an investment that you don’t want to make more than is necessary. On the other hand, however, is it really the most cost-effective to wait

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Beautiful Examples of Exterior Paint Colors

Posted on March 24, 2016 by agwilliamspainting

We’ve discussed tips for choosing a new exterior paint color in the past, focusing on the various methods you can use to narrow down a palette that will work well for your specific home. One of our tips is to use a tool like Houzz.com to browse countless examples of real people’s homes all around

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