Surface preparation includes cleaning, scraping loose paint, sanding rough areas, filling holes and cracks, and applying appropriate primer. This step determines how well your new paint adheres and performs over time. For exterior work, we power wash when appropriate, scrape and sand weathered areas, replace damaged wood sections, and caulk gaps around trim and siding. Interior prep involves patching nail holes, sanding glossy surfaces, and protecting floors and furniture. We don’t skip prep work to save time or money. It’s the foundation of every quality paint job, and cutting corners here always shows up later in poor adhesion, early peeling, or uneven appearance.