Our sun, heat and humidity are brutal on exterior paint. Here’s how long a good job lasts — and how to make it last longer.
Book a Free ConsultationCall (601) 376-9654A quality exterior paint job in Central Mississippi typically lasts several years to about a decade, depending on sun exposure, the surface, and — most of all — the prep and paint quality. South- and west-facing walls that bake in the sun wear fastest.
The secret is prep and quality paint: pressure-wash, scrape and sand failing areas, prime bare wood, caulk the gaps, and use quality exterior paint rated for heat and UV. Done right, it holds color and protects for years. We use Ferrell Calhoun Paint and don’t cut corners on prep.
We schedule exterior work around the weather — paint needs dry conditions and the right temperatures to cure properly. See our painting page.
In our climate, roughly every 5 to 10 years depending on sun exposure, surface and paint quality. Sunny south/west walls need it sooner.
Usually skipped prep or cheap paint — painting over dirt or peeling, no primer on bare wood, or bad caulk letting moisture in.
Thorough prep (wash, scrape, sand, prime, caulk), quality paint rated for UV and heat, and painting in the right weather conditions.
Yes — we time the work around the weather so the paint cures properly, and we prep thoroughly to handle the moisture.
Mississippi Pro serves Pearl and the Jackson metro. Visit our showroom at 1138 Weems Street, Pearl, or we'll bring samples to you. Free estimates.
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