You stop worrying about peeling, cracking, and fading every few years. Your home stays protected from Massachusetts’ brutal winters, humid summers, and unpredictable spring weather that can destroy inferior paint jobs.
With proper surface preparation and premium materials designed for New England conditions, your exterior painting becomes a long-term investment rather than a recurring expense. No more watching your home’s curb appeal deteriorate or dealing with water damage from failed paint systems that couldn’t handle the climate.
You get genuine peace of mind knowing your home’s exterior is properly sealed and protected. Plus the confidence that comes with residential exterior painting that actually holds up to everything Massachusetts weather can throw at it—from ice storms to summer heat waves.
We’ve been serving Massachusetts homeowners for over 20 years, and we know what works in this climate. We’ve painted homes through countless New England seasons, learning exactly what it takes to make exterior paint last.
We understand the specific challenges that Ferncroft’s older homes face. With properties averaging over 80 years old and home values around $1.25 million, you need painters who respect both your investment and your home’s character.
Every crew member is background-checked and trained in our methods. We use only premium exterior paint brands that can handle Massachusetts temperature swings and moisture levels. When we finish your house exterior painting project, we clean up completely—because your property should look better than when we started.
We start with comprehensive surface preparation—the foundation of any exterior paint job that lasts. This means power washing, scraping loose paint, sanding rough areas, and addressing any wood rot or damage. It’s not the glamorous part, but it’s what separates professional exterior painters from contractors who cut corners.
Next comes strategic priming. We prime all bare wood, any areas where we’ve made repairs, and surfaces that need extra adhesion help. This creates the foundation that helps your topcoat bond properly and resist moisture penetration—critical for exterior wood staining and painting in our climate.
Finally, we apply two coats of premium exterior paint specifically chosen for New England conditions. We time everything around weather patterns, never rushing to beat a storm or painting when humidity and temperature aren’t ideal. The result is siding painting services that protect your home and maintain their appearance for years.
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Our exterior painting services include everything needed for a lasting finish. Complete surface preparation with power washing, scraping, sanding, and wood repair. We address everything from minor caulking gaps to replacing rotted trim boards that could compromise your paint system.
Premium paint application using the best exterior paint brands—Benjamin Moore and Sherwin-Williams products specifically formulated to handle Massachusetts’ temperature swings and moisture levels. We apply primer where needed and always use two finish coats for maximum durability and protection.
In Ferncroft, we’re working with homes that need specialized attention. These historic properties require painters who understand how to work with original wood siding, handle lead paint safely when present, and match traditional color schemes when requested. We also handle deck and fence painting, garage door painting, and exterior stucco painting when needed. Our approach combines respect for your home’s character with the protection modern families require.
Quality exterior painting typically lasts 5-10 years, but Massachusetts’ harsh climate can reduce that to 4-6 years depending on exposure and materials used. Homes facing south and west get more UV damage, while north-facing sides deal with more moisture retention and slower drying.
The key is proper exterior house prep work and using paint designed specifically for New England conditions. When we prep surfaces correctly and use premium materials, you can expect the longer end of that range. Cheap paint or poor preparation will have you repainting much sooner and spending more money long-term.
We’ve seen exterior paint jobs we completed 8-10 years ago that still look excellent because we didn’t cut corners on surface preparation or material quality. That’s the difference between professional exterior painters and contractors who focus on speed over quality.
Late spring through early fall—typically April through October—provides the best conditions for exterior house painting. You need consistent temperatures above 50°F and manageable humidity levels for proper paint curing and adhesion.
We avoid painting during Massachusetts’ unpredictable early spring weather when you might get snow one day and 70°F the next. Summer works well, but we start early to avoid afternoon thunderstorms and high humidity that can affect paint performance.
Fall is often our preferred season because temperatures are stable, humidity is lower, and there’s less chance of sudden weather changes disrupting the work. We book fall residential exterior painting projects early because many homeowners recognize these optimal conditions.
Yes, we’re EPA certified for lead-safe work practices. Most homes built before 1978 contain lead paint, and Massachusetts has strict regulations about disturbing it during exterior painting projects.
We follow EPA RRP (Renovation, Repair, and Painting) rules completely—containing work areas, using specific techniques to minimize dust creation, and following proper cleanup procedures. This adds time and cost to projects, but it’s required by law and essential for protecting your family and our crew.
We test for lead when there’s any question and factor lead-safe procedures into our estimates upfront. No surprises or hidden costs later. Just safe, legal work that protects everyone involved while delivering the quality exterior painting results you expect.
We monitor weather forecasts constantly and adjust schedules as needed. Massachusetts weather is notoriously unpredictable, so flexibility is built into how we operate and schedule projects.
If rain, temperature drops, or high humidity threaten paint quality, we stop work and reschedule rather than risk a substandard result. Most weather delays are 1-2 days, rarely longer unless we’re dealing with extended periods of unsuitable conditions.
We communicate any schedule changes immediately and work with you to minimize inconvenience. Our goal is exterior painting that lasts for years, not just getting done quickly. Weather delays are frustrating, but they’re much better than paint failure six months later that requires starting over.
We cover and protect everything before starting any exterior house painting work—plants, outdoor furniture, walkways, vehicles, and anything else that could be affected by paint or preparation activities.
For plants close to the house, we use lightweight fabric covers that allow air circulation while blocking paint overspray. Heavy plastic can actually damage plants if left on too long, especially during summer heat, so we use materials designed for this purpose.
We clean up daily throughout the project, not just at completion. Paint chips, dust, and equipment get removed each evening so your property stays neat and safe. When we finish your siding painting services, your landscaping should look exactly like it did before we arrived.
We use contractor-grade exterior paint formulations that aren’t available to consumers, plus we get better pricing on premium brands like Benjamin Moore and Sherwin-Williams through our professional relationships. These paints are formulated differently—better adhesion, more durable pigments, and superior weather resistance.
The bigger difference is professional application knowledge. We understand how to prep different surfaces properly, which primer works best for various situations, and how to apply paint for maximum durability in New England conditions. The same paint applied incorrectly won’t perform nearly as well.
Professional exterior painting with premium materials costs more initially but saves money long-term because the job lasts significantly longer. We’ve seen DIY paint jobs fail in 2-3 years while our work remains solid after 8-10 years of Massachusetts weather exposure.
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