EXTERIOR

Sometimes — but only if the existing paint is adhering well, the surface is clean, and there's no peeling, chalking, or mildew. Painting over failing paint guarantees the new coat fails too, usually faster. We inspect every surface during your free estimate and tell you exactly what prep the job needs. Skipping prep to save money is the most common reason homeowners call us to repaint work another contractor did two years ago.

Neutral warm tones — greige, soft white, warm gray, and light taupe — consistently outperform bold colors in resale scenarios across metro Atlanta. Zillow's data has shown homes with certain exterior colors sell for thousands more than comparable properties. If you're painting before listing, we'll walk you through Sherwin-Williams and Benjamin Moore palettes that photograph well, appeal to buyers, and are unlikely to clash with landscaping or roofline color.

Spray application lays down a more uniform film on siding and large flat surfaces. Rolling works better on rough textures like brick or stucco where a sprayer can't penetrate the surface profile. Most professional exterior painters do both — spray first, then back-roll to push paint into the substrate. The method we use depends on your surface type, not what's fastest for us. We'll explain the plan during your estimate.

We don't publish price ranges because an exterior quote for a 1,200 sq ft ranch and a 3,500 sq ft two-story with rotted fascia, aluminum soffits, and a wraparound porch are completely different jobs. Factors that drive cost include surface square footage, number of stories, amount of prep work, surface type (wood vs. stucco vs. fiber cement), and the coating system selected. Call 770-985-3075 for a free on-site estimate — you'll get a firm number, not a range.

Ask to see current certificates of insurance — general liability and workers' comp, both active. Ask what paint brands they use and why. A contractor who can't name the specific product line and sheen level they're recommending hasn't thought seriously about your project. Check that they pull permits where required. At SPPI, we carry $1M general liability, full workers' comp, use Sherwin-Williams and Benjamin Moore exclusively, and provide a written workmanship warranty on every job.

For exterior work, yes — almost always. Exterior painting done wrong means peeling within two to three years, moisture intrusion behind siding, and wood rot that costs far more to fix than the paint job itself. A qualified exterior painting contractor who preps correctly, uses the right primer, and applies the right coating system for your surface type can deliver a finish that lasts 8 to 12 years. DIY exterior paint jobs rarely last half that.

A full exterior painting service includes pressure washing, scraping and sanding failing paint, caulking gaps and seams, repairing minor wood damage, priming bare or repaired surfaces, applying finish coats, masking all windows and fixtures, and a final walk-through. SPPI also handles rotten trim, fascia, and soffit repair before painting — because we're not going to paint over a problem and hand it back to you.

Start with insurance verification — not just their word, but actual certificates. Then check reviews for mentions of specific projects similar to yours. Ask how long they've operated locally; a contractor who's been in metro Atlanta for decades knows how Georgia weather affects coatings differently than a national franchise does. Southern Perfection Painting has served metro Atlanta since 1984. Call 770-985-3075 and ask us anything — we won't give you a runaround.

A deposit of 10–30% is common for materials on larger projects. Demanding 50% or more upfront before any work begins is a red flag. We discuss payment structure during the estimate so there's nothing unclear before we start. If a contractor is asking for full payment before the job is done, walk away.

In construction, a painting contractor is the trade responsible for surface preparation, priming, and finish coating of all interior and exterior surfaces. On commercial and government projects, this includes coordinating with general contractors, meeting specifications for coating systems, and often working around other active trades. SPPI operates as both a prime contractor on residential and commercial jobs and as a painting subcontractor on larger commercial and government builds.