A local painting business is offering up tips to upgrade your home for summer

Warm weather is finally here to stay and that means you can finally get a start on your outdoor to-do list. While those smaller projects, like planting flowers and keeping the grass healthy, are easy to do on your own, a major project like painting is best left to the professionals. 

Ryan Partin, owner of Partin Premier Painting in Piqua, said that there are several benefits to painting your home this summer. “Painting is important for protecting your home against the elements because it acts as a protective barrier,” he says. “It shields the siding of your house against rain, snow and ice as well as the sun, which can cause wood to deteriorate over time.” 

Not only does paint help to protect the siding of your house, but he said some forms of paint can help to reflect sunlight, which can help to keep down your overall cooling costs during the hotter months of summer and fall. 

As our homes age, the materials used to build them begin to break down. Partin says that when you utilize a professional painter, they can use the proper exterior paint to prevent moisture from seeping into the wood and decreasing the possibility of rot and structural damage. “By sealing out moisture, paint helps to maintain the integrity of the wood,” he adds. 

As trends change, paint is also an easier, more budget-friendly way to upgrade your home with what you’re interested in now. Whether it’s an interior or exterior job, you can have a Pinterest-worthy look at a lesser cost. Plus, paint serves to give your home a touch of personalization that can easily be changed by the next owners if you ever choose to sell your home. “Painting your home is a chance to express your personal style and taste, allowing you to enjoy the aesthetic qualities of your living space even from the outside,” says Partin. 

Partin says you should consider painting your home if you’re thinking of putting it on the market. “If you’re selling a well-maintained home, it helps attract potential buyers while enhancing the worth of your property, plus it’s cost-effective and way less of an expense compared to replacing the siding on the house,” he adds. 

You can learn more about Partin Premier Painting and request a quote at its website.