Exterior Painting in Lantana, TX

Exterior painting for Lantana homes

Exterior painting in Lantana, TX is often a first or second repaint. Nearly all Lantana homes were built in 2000 or later, by Census estimates. Ultraviolet light breaks down paint on the sunny sides, heat dries out caulk, and wind-driven rain looks for any open joint.

The forces at work are the same across this part of Denton County. In nearby Denton, summer highs average in the low to mid 90s and can top 100 degrees on dry, windy afternoons. Roughly 37.7 inches of rain falls in a year, and spring storms are frequent.

Start with the ARC

Lantana has an architectural committee, the ARC. Lantana's district website says materials on exterior structures are governed by the ARC and directs owners to the Lantana Design Guidelines, which vary by neighborhood.

When approval is needed, the request typically has to show the exact colors and where each one goes. We put that in writing in your estimate: body, trim, fascia, soffits, garage door, front door and any accent, with manufacturer color names. You submit it, and we hold the start date until you have an answer. If you are repainting in the same colors, keep the original color names handy, since matching an existing scheme is easiest when the names are known.

What wears first on a Lantana exterior

Trim and fascia

On a home with a lot of brick or stone, you can paint the masonry itself or keep it natural and put the color on the trim, fascia boards, soffits, window surrounds and any siding sections between masonry. Those wood and siding parts are the ones that take roof runoff and direct sun. Fascia boards and the lowest few inches of trim near the ground are the usual trouble spots for peeling, open joints or soft wood.

Caulk at joints and windows

Sealant where trim meets brick or stone, around windows and at corner boards dries out and splits with seasonal heat and cold. We remove failed caulk and run fresh, paintable sealant before painting so storm water stays out of the wood.

Garage and front doors

Garage doors facing west or south fade fast. Front doors are one of the most visible parts of the house. Both are listed separately so you can choose colors and finishes for each.

Golf course and open lots

Homes backing up to the Lantana Golf Club course or other open ground can take more sun and wind on that side than homes surrounded by neighbors. We give those elevations extra attention during prep.

Shade and mildew

On the other side of the house, or under mature trees, surfaces can stay damp after rain and grow mildew, especially on north-facing walls and soffits. Those areas are cleaned and treated before painting so new paint bonds to a clean surface.

Timing the job

Spring and fall usually offer the most dependable exterior painting weather in southern Denton County. Summer work is still possible with early starts and by painting each side of the house while it is in shade, since paint applied to a hot, sun-baked wall can dry too fast to level out. Spring storms are the main reason a schedule shifts. If an ARC answer is pending, that is also a good reason to aim for the next comfortable window rather than rushing into peak heat. We set dates around the forecast and the paint maker's temperature limits.

The process

Walk the exterior with you and note wear, damage and open joints
Written estimate: surfaces, repairs, wash and prep, primer, paint, colors, sheen, protection and cleanup
ARC step noted, and the start date held until you have approval if it is needed
Wash, scrape, sand, caulk, prime and paint, one side of the house at a time
Daily cleanup and a final walk-around together

Beds and shrubs are covered, driveways and walks are protected, and windows, fixtures and any masonry that is not being painted are masked where needed. Set sprinklers to skip painting days.

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Common questions

Does the Lantana ARC have to approve my exterior paint colors?

Check your neighborhood's design guidelines and ask the ARC before you start. Lantana's district website says exterior materials are governed by the ARC. If approval is needed, we put the color plan in writing and wait for it.

My Lantana home is mostly masonry. What does the estimate cover?

We agree on the painted surfaces with you at the walkthrough, often trim, fascia, soffits, any siding, the doors and the brick or stone itself if you want it painted, and list each one with its color in the written estimate. Check your neighborhood's design guidelines too.

We back up to the golf course. Does that change anything?

Homes on open lots often take more sun and wind on the open side. We look closely at that elevation during the walkthrough and plan prep for it.

How to get an estimate

1
Tell us about the project
Call (903) 778-7777 or send the short form. Photos help but are optional.
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Get a written estimate
We look at the job and send a written scope and price, including prep, repairs, materials and cleanup.
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Schedule the work
Pick a start date that works for you. We confirm the plan before we begin.

Request an Estimate

Tell us about the outside of the house and our team will contact you. Rather talk now?

Call (903) 778-7777

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