May is a perfect time to start thinking about what projects to complete on your home’s exterior, and a big decision some homeowners face is whether or not to paint.  If no major structural work is needed on your home’s exterior, home painting is the most cost-effective approach to changing the appearance of a home, and home painting is one of the few projects you can complete that will actually increase your home’s value.  Choosing the right exterior paint colors will also go a long way to renewing your home’s exterior, enhancing curb appeal, and can even make you feel better every time you walk through your front door!

Why keep your house maintained and painted?  Well, to many, the answer can be obvious.  According to Yahoo®, Painting the exterior of your home can, Increase Real Estate Value of Your Home, Enhance Curb Appeal, Protect Exterior Surfaces, Provide High Value Make Over and Create Positive Energy and Improved Homeowner Outlook.  So, with the understanding of the importance of a great paint job, the next question is which painting contractor to choose…

If you’ve ever painted the exterior of your home you know there are hundreds of factors to consider…paint color, painting contractor, best time to paint, what kind of paint to use, etc! Even the most seasoned home improvement enthusiasts may find this to be a daunting task. Perhaps one of the most important and also most challenging decisions to make is “who;” as in whom will I entrust the appearance of one of my largest assets to?