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Information, Research and Price Estimates for Painting Your Home or Business
Painting your house is one of the best ways to add value to your home when using quality paints and proven techniques. This is true even if you are putting on the same color as before. Keep in mind, using high quality paint can make a surface more abrasion-resistant, easier to clean and capable of washing without the risk of removing/scrubbing off the paint.
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If you are working indoors, you must attend to the holes in walls and ceilings before applying on a new coat of paint to ensure a great finish. These areas should be repaired with a vinyl spackling compound and they will usually require more than one coat due to shrinkage. Larger areas of drywall or plaster damage will most likely need more time and possibly wallboard or plaster patch. Visit this link to read our article on simple drywall patches. You can make wallboard repairs with Fiberglas joint tape and drywall joint compound. Plaster repairs can be successfully made with plaster patching product. If you need to blend in a textured finish after you make a repair, try using a spray texture in an aerosol can.
Exterior Painting
For exterior finishes, you will probably be working with old flaking paint on stucco, siding, trim, gutters and downspouts. This needs to be removed by hand or pressure washed before you put a fresh coat of paint or primed . The most effective approach would be to begin with a power washing with water to remove the majority of the damage and then use a paint scraper to remove the remaining flaking, chipped or blistered paint. Once that is done, mix together a solution of 50/50 bleach and water to remove mold and mildew. Paint Selection Your next step is to select the right paint and applicators for the job. This step is essential to an attractive and long-lasting result. As a rule of thumb, note that the more costly the paint is the better quality and longer wearing. Basically this means is that a costly paint will most likely get the job done in one-coat, be abrasion-resistant and remain good looking for a longer period of time, such as Behr ULTRA Premium paint. It is definitely worth paying the extra money. Below are a few tips on what type of paint should be used for applications.
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- Oil-base semi-gloss enamel should be used for surfaces that will be subject to abundant moisture, such as basements, bathrooms, laundry rooms, and kitchens. Although new advances in latex paint are making latex just as durable in wet spaces. Look for Gladdens’ Gripper
- A High-quality 100-percent-acrylic latex flat wall paint should be used on other surfaces or NANOGUARD® technology adds an extra-protective shell for protection against damage from sunlight, moisture, stains and dirt. This paint and primer in one creates a tough STAYS LOOKING NEW LONGER™ radiant, sleek finish.
- Exterior and interior paint should be selected according to the material that you are painting. There are special paints designed to work with different materials.
Using Quality Paint
When it comes to painting, about 90 percent of a good paint job is in the preparation. This, however, doesn’t mean that the other 10% should be ignored. Preparation gets the surface ready for paint, but if the paint isn’t of good quality then it will soon fall apart from cracking, peeling and chipping. The quality of the paint, therefore, is vital to a good, long lasting paint job.
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Like many common home improvement questions, the answer is you can, but you need to decide if layering shingles is the best course of action for your home. It isn’t uncommon to layer a second roof right over the first and then tear everything off before you put a third layer down. Building codes and most municipalities will usually allow you to overlay a second (though never a third) layer of asphalt shingles over an existing shingled roof. You will need to check with your building inspections department to be sure.
Common Problems with Layering Shingles 
Layering shingles has a few drawbacks that you should take into consideration before you decide to lay new shingles over the old.
With (2) layers your not eligible for the greatest dollar reduction in your insurance premiums. Contact your insurance agent for details!
If there’s any curling of the old shingles, the new shingles will not lay flat.
Moisture can get trapped under the heavy layers and cause premature rotting of the wood.
You do add excess weight to the roof framing, which can cause the decking and/or roof joists to bow and cause a ripple effect in the roof.
Overlay will not work well at all with dimensional shingles, only three tab. 
If you do overlay, you have to cut off the tab of the first course which will give you a "bump" about 6" up the roof all the way around the shingle roof.
You must pull off both layers before you roof the next time. Many times the cost for a double tear-off is more than doing it two separate times.
Tear-off will give you the opportunity to examine the decking for any rot and make repairs now before it gets worse (and more costly).
If you do remove the old shingles, you will end up with a nice fresh layer of felt on the roof deck.
Re-Shingle Roof as Part of a Larger Plan 
Despite these drawbacks, layering shingles can still be the best plan for your roof. One of the situations, where this option can make the most sense is for a temporary fix as part of a long term plan. Many of the common problems listed above can be avoided if you end up replacing your new roof in the next five or ten years. This sounds like an unwarranted expense, but simply layering shingles can make for a reasonably priced project. You can then invest your money and invest in a high-performance, energy-efficient roof in ten years that will last for the rest of your life.
New Roofs
Metal roofs are water-tight, fireproof, energy-efficient roofs that will last 30-50 years. 
Tile roofs resist hurricanes, are a natural insulator, and can last 50 years or more. Rubber roofs are weatherproof, energy-efficient, environmentally-friendly, and easily fixed. Marcus Pickett Marcus Pickett is a professional freelance writer for the home remodeling industry. He has published more than 600 articles on both regional and national topics within the home improvement industry.
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Before the Storm
- Make sure you’re covered – Insurance companies do not accept new applications or requests for increased coverage once a hurricane nears Florida.
- Know what your policy covers – Flood and wind damage are often covered in separate policies. Decide if you need this protection and contact your agent for more information.
- Make sure your coverage is adequate – You may have made recent home improvements or purchases. Consider increasing your coverage if your policy doesn’t cover the current value of your home and contents.
- Keep policy documents safe – In addition to information on your agent, you should write down the name of your insurance company, policy number, and a telephone number to report a claim.
- Fortify your home – Inspect your roof, making sure you have roof anchors installed on your home. Replace your windows and doors that don’t pass the impact test, or cover them with shutters. A fortified home with the right doors, windows and shutters will save you money on your insurance premiums (link to discounts).
- Secure your property and clear your yard of any debris, lawn furniture, tools or other objects that could turn into dangerous projectiles in high winds.
Disaster Tips
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Visit the Disaster portion of the Insurance Library or call 1-877-MY-FL-CFO (1-877-693-5236)
During the rainy season clogged or damaged gutters may cause water damage to the interior of your home or business. The damage is not always easily detected. Over time the molding and walls will discolor.
 - Water Damaged Molding
Other damage may occur the the flooring and even cause issues behind the drywall. We provide Handyman Services for a low rate of $35.00 PER HR. Call Timothy Parks @ 941-270-2677
 - Clogged Gutter
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Where can we put all that stuff in the garage? I remember a comedy routine by the late George Carlin where he ranted for 20 minutes about ” all that stuff we all accumulate” very funny.. Anyway, thought I would share some ideas on garage storage. Not that mine is pristine by any stretch but I have found a lot of extra storage by suspending shelving, bikes, tools etc. from the ceiling. Most ceiling heights in the garage are well over 8 feet tall and provide a ton of storage that usually isn’t getting utilized. The walls are filled up with lawn tools and the floor is usually occupied with a little bit of everything, but all that space above our heads is just collecting spiders and webs.
The home centers have a lot of mounting hardware that can be used to suspend bikes, tools, coolers, spare pieces of wood or pipe, you name it. You can screw them right into the rafters for the ceiling with some 2-1/2″ wood screws. Make sure anything suspended above the garage door does not prevent the door from opening and closing properly.
If you need help finding a place for your “stuff” or would like some additional ideas on home maintenance, please visit us at www.tprci.com
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Wall painting is a wonderful way to add rich tone to any room, simply. Depending on the shade you select, we can brighten, clean up or cozy up your room in an afternoon. You can make small rooms appear larger or ample rooms appear more inviting. Paint is inexpensive, easy to apply and can serve as a beautiful backdrop to your space – provided that it is done right. Fortunately, there are some easy steps to follow that will ensure that your interior painted space will look great and last for many years. Call us today for a free in home consultation.
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To prepare for a hurricane, you should take the following measures:
- Make plans to secure your property. Permanent storm shutters offer the best protection for windows. A second option is to board up windows with 5/8” marine plywood, cut to fit and ready to install. Tape does not prevent windows from breaking.
- Install straps or additional clips to securely fasten your roof to the frame structure. This will reduce roof damage.
- Be sure trees and shrubs around your home are well trimmed.
- Clear loose and clogged rain gutters and downspouts.
- Determine how and where to secure your boat.
- Consider building a safe room.
"How To" guides for protecting your property from flooding & high winds.
Buy supplies early to prepare for the storm. When the storm threatens, lines will be long and supplies short
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