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Michigan winters are tough on exterior paint. Between the freeze-thaw cycles, ice dams, and hail damage, your home’s exterior takes a beating every year.
When you choose professional exterior painting services in Oak Park, you’re not just improving curb appeal. You’re protecting your investment from the elements that cause wood rot, siding damage, and costly repairs down the road.
Our exterior painting process creates a barrier that withstands Oak Park’s weather extremes. Your home stays protected, your maintenance costs stay low, and you get years of worry-free performance from a paint job done right the first time.
Legends Construction has served Oak Park homeowners for two years, built on over 10 years of painting experience. We’re a family business – two brothers who understand that your home is your biggest investment.
Most Oak Park homes were built in the 1950s with solid construction that deserves quality maintenance. We know these homes inside and out, from the brick exteriors to the unique challenges that come with maintaining older properties.
Our approach is straightforward: do excellent work at fair prices so customers call us again. We’re expanding our crew because that approach works, and Oak Park homeowners appreciate contractors who show up, do what we promise, and stand behind our work.
Every exterior painting project starts with a thorough assessment of your home’s current condition. We inspect for damage from Michigan weather, check for loose or peeling paint, and identify areas that need extra prep work.
Next comes surface preparation – the foundation of any lasting paint job. We scrape, sand, prime, and repair as needed. Many Oak Park homes need attention around gutters and soffits where ice dams cause damage, and we address these issues before any paint goes on.
The painting phase uses weather-resistant products designed for Michigan’s climate extremes. We apply multiple coats when conditions are optimal, typically avoiding the hottest part of summer days and never painting when rain or freezing temperatures threaten the cure process. You get a final walkthrough to ensure every detail meets our standards before we consider the job complete.
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Our exterior painting services cover everything your Oak Park home needs. Full house painting, trim work, siding refresh, deck and fence painting – we handle projects of all sizes with the same attention to detail.
Oak Park’s competitive housing market means curb appeal matters. Whether you’re preparing to sell or just want to maintain your property value, professional exterior painting delivers immediate visual impact and long-term protection.
We use premium paints formulated for Michigan weather, including products that perform well in temperatures as low as 35 degrees for those spring and fall projects. Every job includes thorough prep work, quality materials, and the kind of finish that holds up to whatever Michigan weather throws at it.
Late spring through early fall offers the best conditions for exterior painting in Oak Park. We typically schedule projects from May through October when temperatures stay consistently above 50 degrees.
Summer months are ideal, though we work around the heat by starting early morning and finishing in late afternoon. Spring and fall can be excellent too – fewer weather delays and often more comfortable working conditions.
Winter painting is possible with specialized products, but we generally recommend waiting for warmer weather to ensure optimal paint performance and longevity. Michigan’s freeze-thaw cycles can be hard on paint that hasn’t had proper time to cure.
Most Oak Park homes take 3-5 days for complete exterior painting, depending on size, condition, and weather. A typical 1950s ranch might be done in 3 days, while larger two-story homes often need 4-5 days.
Prep work usually takes the longest – especially on older Oak Park homes where we’re addressing weather damage or previous paint failures. We won’t rush this phase because proper preparation determines how long your paint job will last.
Weather can extend timelines. We don’t paint in rain, extreme heat, or when overnight temperatures drop too low. It’s better to wait for good conditions than compromise the quality of your investment.
Absolutely. Winter damage repair is often necessary before exterior painting in Oak Park. Ice dams, hail damage, and freeze-thaw cycles can cause wood rot, loose trim, and failed caulking that must be addressed first.
We inspect your entire exterior and provide upfront pricing for any needed repairs. Common issues include soffit damage from ice dams, loose trim boards, and areas where caulking has failed and allowed moisture penetration.
These repairs aren’t just cosmetic – they prevent bigger problems down the road. We handle everything from minor wood replacement to more extensive trim work, ensuring your new paint job goes over a sound, weather-tight surface.
We use high-quality acrylic latex paints designed for extreme weather conditions. These paints remain flexible through Michigan’s temperature swings, resist moisture, and provide excellent adhesion even in challenging conditions.
For Oak Park’s climate, we prefer paints with strong UV resistance and mildew protection. Many homes here have north-facing areas that stay damp, and quality paint formulations prevent the growth problems that cheaper paints can’t handle.
We also stock cold-weather formulations for spring and fall projects. These paints cure properly at lower temperatures, extending our painting season and giving you more flexibility in scheduling your project.
Exterior painting costs in Oak Park typically range from $3,000-$8,000 for most homes, depending on size, condition, and scope of work. A standard 1950s ranch might cost $3,500-$5,000, while larger two-story homes often run $5,000-$8,000.
Several factors affect pricing: amount of prep work needed, number of colors, trim complexity, and any repairs required. Oak Park’s older homes sometimes need extra prep work, but this investment ensures your paint job lasts longer.
We provide detailed written estimates that break down labor, materials, and any additional work needed. No surprises, no hidden costs – just straightforward pricing for quality work that protects your investment.
Yes, we stand behind our exterior painting work with comprehensive warranties covering both labor and materials. Our standard warranty covers paint failure, peeling, and workmanship issues for multiple years after completion.
The warranty length depends on paint quality and surface conditions, but we typically offer 3-5 year coverage on properly prepared surfaces using premium materials. We’ll return to address any covered issues at no charge to you.
What’s not covered: damage from storms, impacts, or normal wear in high-traffic areas. But for paint failure due to application issues or material defects, we make it right. Our goal is customers who call us back for our next project, not warranty claims.
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