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Photograph Exterior Paint Problems Before Winter and Recheck Them in Spring
August 15, 2026
What Should You Photograph? Document accessible areas showing: Peeling or flaking paint Cracked caulking Exposed wood Bubbling or blistering Dark staining Worn deck boards or railings Gaps around painted trim Paint failure near gutters Damaged fascia or soffits Areas where snow or water collects Take one wide photograph to show
Is Your Exterior Paint Ready for a Minnesota Winter?
August 12, 2026
Signs Your Exterior Paint May Be Failing Walk around your home and look for: Peeling or flaking paint Cracks in the painted surface Bubbling or blistering Faded or chalky areas Bare or exposed wood Paint separating around windows and doors Dark spots that may indicate trapped moisture These problems are