Exterior Painting in Watford

Our exterior painting service in Watford protects and smartens up the outside of your home. We paint walls, fascias, soffits, windows, doors and gates, with proper preparation before every coat.

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Why Outside Paint Fails

Outside paint takes a beating from rain, frost and sun. Once it starts to crack or flake, water gets in behind it and the damage spreads. Wood can rot and render can start to break up. Repainting before it gets to that point saves you from bigger repair bills later on.

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Getting the Weather Right

Exterior paint needs dry surfaces and mild temperatures to dry and bond properly. We don't paint in rain, frost or when damp weather is forecast. That's why most outside work is done from late spring to early autumn. We'll book your job for a dry spell and keep you updated if the weather changes.

Woodwork, Fascias and Front Doors

Timber windows, fascias, gates and front doors all need care. We scrape off loose paint, sand back to a sound surface, treat any soft spots and prime bare wood. Then we apply exterior grade paint made to move with the wood as it swells and shrinks through the year.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should the outside of a house be painted in Watford?

Most homes in Watford need exterior painting every five to ten years. Masonry paint usually lasts longer than paint on timber, which may need doing every four to six years. South facing walls and woodwork fade and crack faster because they get more sun, so they often need attention first.

Can you do exterior painting in Watford during winter?

It's best avoided. Exterior paint needs mild temperatures and dry surfaces to dry properly, and winter in Watford rarely offers both for long. We may paint on mild, dry winter days for small jobs, but most outside work is booked for spring and summer when the weather is more settled.

Do you need scaffolding for exterior painting in Watford?

It depends on the height of the house and how long the job will take. Many two storey homes can be painted using ladders and towers. Taller houses or long jobs may need scaffolding. We'll explain which is needed for your home when we come out to quote.

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About us

Lee's Painting & Decorating has done exterior painting in Watford for 20 years. We're a family run business and a member of Trust a Trader. We look at the whole outside of the house when we quote, so you know which areas need attention now and which can wait. Quotes are free, and we offer pressure washing to clean walls before painting.