The new year is always a time when people are looking for fresh starts and new beginnings in their lives. The new year is also a good time to inspect your home's exterior for cracks, mold, mildew and other signs of wear. Having an annual maintenance schedule for your home is the best way to preserve it's beauty. Even if you aren't looking for a new color, pressure cleaning, sealing dime sized cracks, and caulking window and door openings is a great way to prevent erosion on block stucco houses by removing molds, and keeping the moisture out. Cracks develop naturally as the stucco and block expand and contract with the moisture in the air. As that happens continuously, the cracks eventually widen, pulling the paint away from the surface of the block which will lead to flaking and chipping. Without the paint being in contact with the block, the block is left vulnerable to penetration of water and other organic matter that will lead to decay. The paint on your home is like it's skin, it's the first layer of protection for what's inside. Protect your home by taking care of it's skin, just like your body, it needs a good scrubbing now and again! #NewYear #Painting #Maintenance
