Inspection checklist for exterior coating scope, lead-safe work, washing, repairs, caulking, primer, weather conditions, coverage, protection, and cleanup.
5 items to check
Covered pre-1978 work may require certified firms, trained renovators, containment, cleanup, occupant information, and records. The written scope should identify all elevations, trim, doors, decks, rails, and exclusions.
Exterior coatings should be applied only after required cleaning, drying, removal of loose material, repair of deterioration, and compatible preparation of wood, masonry, metal, siding, or composite surfaces.
Sealants, fillers, primers, and patches should be compatible with the joint, movement, substrate, coating system, and drainage design. Weep paths and intended ventilation should not be sealed.
Temperature, surface temperature, humidity, rain exposure, dew, wind, sunlight, spread rate, and recoat time should remain within product limits.
The final appearance should match the approved scope without missed surfaces, overspray, runs, lap marks, blocked openings, stuck components, damage, or remaining debris.
Use this checklist before accepting an exterior house painting or staining project. Review substrate types, preparation, repairs, product system, colors, sheen, number of coats, exclusions, landscaping protection, and weather limitations.
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