Alex answers frequently asked questions about real estate.
Here's a good one. How often should I be painting the outside of my home?
Well, that's a great question because so many of us forget about this very important maintenance item. The exterior paint on your home is not only an esthetic feature, it actually helps protect your home. The siding or trim will resist rot and decay if it is properly coated. Here's a tip. When you have your home painted, seriously consider having it painted with not only a very good name brand paint, but the sheen level of the paint can actually extend the life of your paint. Flat paint will chalk out and oxidize, requiring it to be done again faster. Consider asking your paint professional to use semi-gloss exterior UV protection paint on your home. It won't be too shiny and it can seriously help maintain your siding and trim longer than flat exterior house paint.