Some rotting wood on your property will be visible and obvious, but in other cases the decay will be hidden. This is why it is essential to conduct a thorough, professional inspection of all wood on a yearly basis. Continue reading

Some rotting wood on your property will be visible and obvious, but in other cases the decay will be hidden. This is why it is essential to conduct a thorough, professional inspection of all wood on a yearly basis. Continue reading
Recently, AAA had a job opportunity come to us from a remote location….the state of Wyoming! Continue reading
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How important is Exterior Painting Surface Prep?
The majority of paint failures is the direct result of inadequate surface prep. Even premium products are only as strong as the material it is anchored to. A properly prepared exterior surface can actually hold paint better and give a long lasting impression. Apart from the long lasting paint result, proper surface preparation also makes sure you get the right finish once the paint job is done.
Clean: The Key is to remove anything that will get in the way of superior adhesion, including dirt, mold, mildew, surface damage, rot and old, failed coatings to name a few. Pressure washing or hand scrubbing are effective ways to complete this step.
Let It Dry: Pressure washing can leave a surface wet for days. It is important to allow several days for the surface to completely dry-out before moving forward.
Scrape: Leaving any peeling or curled edges of paint will contribute to paint failure. Scrape all of the loose coatings until all that’s left are sections of well-adhered paint and bare surfaces.
Repair Damage: Rotted or damaged sections of siding or trim need to be repaired. Read our blog on Rotten Wood Repair for further information regarding the importance of this step.
Prime: For any surfaces in which you peeled paint from, spot-priming those bare areas is important as paint does not always stick to bare substrates. Our product specialists are knowledgeable as to which primers are best for specific surfaces.
Caulk: Caulking doesn’t only give the paint job a finished clean look, it also prevents water from getting into the structure and causing damage. All siding butt joints, as well as gaps where siding meets trim should be sealed to prevent water infiltration.
Once all steps have been completed, the surface is prepped for paint.
Rotten wood repair is one of the most important things to do before painting a property. Moisture in wood provides a breeding ground for fungi. Any exposed piece of wood is at risk. Even a tiny nick in the finish or paint of a window trim can let unwanted moisture in. Fungus feeds on moisture, eating away at wood and causing rot. Here are a few reasons why rotten wood should never go untreated:
We offer many composite and synthetic materials for wood replacement and siding. Contact us today for a free, detailed professional estimate.
Vanguard Lofts – Chicago, IL
Project: Interior Hallways
Updating the interior of a building is always an exciting transformation. It’s amazing what a difference a new shade can do to a room, or in this case, hallways. Vanguard Lofts is a beautiful condominium building located in Chicago. The Property Management Company reached out to us by referral for their hallways to be painted. We offered a few options to them including some additional common area painting, including their elevator lobbies and stairwells. The surfaces were all sanded to ensure adhesion of the new coating. The residents are very happy with the end result!
Old Orchard – Mount Prospect
Project: Exterior Paint and Wood Replacement
Entering the Old Orchard Property gives you the feeling of entering a quaint little town in the middle of Mount Prospect. From the moment you enter the beautiful entry way blooming with flowers, to the Orchard named streets and courts, driving through the beautiful property is so inviting and comforting. There is no doubt this is one reason there are a number of long term residents that reside in this community.
Old Orchard is a rather large property – the scope of work we completed included wood replacement and exterior painting. Working with their property management company was wonderful and we hope all of the residents love the refreshed look of their beautiful community.
This month’s Job of the Month goes to Villas of Wedgewood located in Crystal Lake, IL. They have been a loyal customer of ours every year since 1998. We love working with their team on their beautiful property.
7061 Renaissance – Niles, IL
Project: Railings/Exterior Paint
Repairing rusty railings is a very labor extensive task. To do it correctly, and have the application last as long as possible, proper prepping must be done. After removing all of the rust, the railings were then scrubbed with a bleach and water solution. The railing surfaces were hand washed and then sanded once dry. Certain areas were caulked and spot primed prior to the paint application. When the job was completed, the railings looked brand new!
We had a very happy Board President, Management Company, and residents of 7061 Renaissance.
Berry Plastics – Schaumburg, IL
Project: Interior Ceiling, Walls, Floor
There were 3 phases to this project, all of which had to be accomplished under a very tight time frame.
First Phase: Priming the fiberglass ceiling tiles and applying two coats of finish.
Second Phase: Applying two coats of water based catalyzed epoxy on the walls for chemical, stain resistance and wash ability.
Third Phase: Completely removing the existing epoxy floor and installing an impact resistant, chemical resistant, and slip resistant industrial coating on the floor.
Take a look at the before and after pictures: