Soft trim, crumbling fascia or peeling paint can point to a repair that needs attention before an exterior repaint. Landmark Property Services repairs and replaces damaged exterior wood on Fort Worth homes, then prepares and paints the repaired surfaces.
We work on trim, fascia, soffits, siding, and window and door surrounds. The right repair depends on the condition of the material and the source of the moisture. An on-site review helps define that work before a price or painting schedule is set.
What to look for before repainting
- Wood that feels soft, breaks apart or has visibly missing sections
- Paint that repeatedly peels near a joint, window, door or roof edge
- Open joints, staining or other signs that water may be reaching the wood
- Damaged trim, fascia or siding that needs more than surface preparation
These signs do not all have the same cause. Paint cannot restore decayed wood, and a fresh finish alone will not correct an ongoing leak. If deterioration extends beyond the visible boards, the scope needs to be assessed before finishing work proceeds.
How repair and exterior painting fit together
- Review the damage. Identify the affected surfaces, access needs and visible moisture concerns. Discuss any additional work that may be needed before painting.
- Agree on replacement materials. Match the repair to the location and surrounding construction. Wood or fiber-cement materials may be appropriate, depending on the project.
- Replace and prepare. Remove the damaged sections included in the scope, fit replacements and prepare the surfaces for the specified coating system.
- Prime and paint. Choose compatible products for the actual substrate and existing finish. Follow their preparation, drying and application requirements.
- Review the finished work. Check the repaired areas and paint finish against the agreed project scope.
Planning a larger repaint at the same time? See our Fort Worth exterior painting services for siding, trim, doors and related preparation.
Working on an older house? Our historic home restoration services bring wood repairs, painting and broader renovation planning together, with attention to original details and any historic-property requirements.
Choosing paint after a wood repair
We use Sherwin-Williams and Benjamin Moore products and recommend a coating based on the surface, its condition and the work involved. A product name alone does not determine whether a repair will last. Sound material, moisture control, suitable preparation and correct application all matter.
Sherwin-Williams explains that decayed wood can cease to be a coatable surface and that wet wood must dry before coating. Its guidance on decaying exterior wood is a useful explanation of why the repair comes first.
Read more about how we choose paints and stains. During your estimate, ask which replacement material, primer and finish are proposed for each repaired area.
Exterior wood replacement in progress
The project video below shows exterior wood replacement work. It illustrates the repair stage that comes before the final paint finish.
Warranty information
Workmanship warranty covers repairs, materials, and the final paint finish. 5 year warranty on all exterior rot repairs.
Read our five-year warranty information and contact us with questions about coverage for your project.
Request a wood rot repair and painting estimate
Tell us where the damage is, what you have noticed and whether you are considering a full exterior repaint or selected repairs. Call 682.308.2155 or use the form below for a free, no-obligation estimate. Include a phone number if you would prefer a callback.
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