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Chase DeRousse

3 Essential Items of Business When Hiring a Commercial Painting Contractor

As you look for contractors to paint your commercial building, there are some things you should keep in mind. Before you settle on the final job, be sure to take care of these three things.1. Create a Statement of WorkBefore you speak with the contractor, create a full statement of work that outlines everything you expect to happen and when. This might include which area you want to have painted, what type of preparation you expect to happen, the finish you want on your surface, any restrictions or special considerations, and a requested deadline. If there are certain aspects you don’t have all the information on, that’s okay, just include the basic idea and discuss the details with your contractor.2. Discuss the CostsBefore you hire a painting contractor, show them your statement of work and discuss...maintenance painting home slideshow
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Chase DeRousse

3 Times You Should Repaint Your Office Walls

From mid-sized workplaces to a specialty boutique, how your office is painted can say a lot about your business. While you may not want to change up the paint color every single year, there are some strategic times when a fresh coat and new color of paint can do wonders for your bottom line.1. To Signify a Shift in BrandingCompanies must carefully choose how their brand is represented through imagery, color, and text, such as logos, merchandising, slogans, and packaging. Branding specialists and logo designers understand how color can communicate your brand philosophy to the world. Whether it's a newly designed logo you want to coordinate with or a new management team you want to symbolically announce, a new color can be a subtle sign that your business has taken a new direction, introduced a new...freshly painted and remodeled office space
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Chase DeRousse

Preparing Your Commercial Building for Exterior Painting

Update your commercial building to maintain your property and improve your curb appeal. Fresh paint protects siding from weather-related damage and prevents a worn-out, faded facade. Find out how you can make the process fast and effective by following these preparation tips.Choose a ColorIf your business has a strong branding and thematic color scheme, it’s easy to settle on the ideal shade and tone of exterior paint. For many businesses; however, this step can be a difficult decision. Ask your painting contractor about popular exterior colors that communicate the feelings you want associated with your brand. Invest in quality paint that won’t fade quickly to save money on long-term maintenance.Clean and Patch the ExteriorPaint brings out the best, and worst, in your building’s exterior. It makes a smooth, flawless wall look stunning, but can also highlight...warehouse commercial painting for overland park ks
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Chase DeRousse

3 Reasons Hiring a Commercial Carpenter Can Improve Your Building

Commercial buildings need regular attention in order to remain safe, functional, and looking their best. Commercial carpenters can perform dozens of minor repairs and upgrades to help property managers keep buildings attractive to current and future tenants. 1. Attract Potential New TenantsSince businesses do not always stay in the same rental unit forever, many building owners are always searching for their next tenant. For this reason, diligent owners know that keeping their properties in good repair is a must in order to always look their best for potential new tenants. Carelessly overlooking minor repairs that could be completed in a short amount of time by a skilled commercial carpenter can paint the property and the owner in a negative light, which can be a turnoff to many potential tenants who are searching for a space to...commercial building recently painted and remodeled by commercial carpenters
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Chase DeRousse

3 Mistakes That Lead to a Poor Exterior Paint Job

When it comes to having your building's exterior painted, it's important to ensure quality work at every stage. Exterior paint faces many unique challenges that require special care and attention. Avoid these painting mistakes to ensure a quality paint job that will last.1. Neglecting Proper PreparationWhen painting your exterior, the prep work is important. To endure the test of time it needs to be done right. Do the following before you begin to ensure a professional looking paint job: Power washReplace rotten or damaged sidingScrape off flaking paintSeal gaps with caulkCover discolorations with stain primerProtect your trim, fixtures, ground surfaces, and plants2. Favoring a Bargain Over QualityToo many people underestimate the importance of outdoor paint quality. The paint you or your painting contractor chooses needs to be able to withstand rain, snow, wind, and a decade...professional painter painting exterior of house
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